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I am taking the transsiberian 'express' in October 2000 from Moscow to Kurgan and possibly further on to the east. Has anyone done this? Could you suggest points of interest along the way?

I am doing the Trans-siberian in January 2001 and by myself. Don't know what it is like to travel as a female alone in Russia, but its going to be an adventure. Are you travelling alone?

I have found that www.trans-siberian.co.uk is useful and there is much more information out there for the taking. If you are in London or nearby - bridge over the world and imaginative traveller can provide you with information packs on what to take and what not too. Try www.bridge-the-world.co.uk. They specialise in this trip and are really helpful with visas and more.

Also the best book available and recommended by heaps inc. Lonely Planet is the Trans Siberian Handbook - available on Amazon. Really fantastic for tips and historical points.

Enjoy your trip!