Masha Boyarskaya

Masha Boyarskaya, a St. Petersburg native, graduated with a degree in state and city management and has worked as a professional trip leader in Russia for several years. She has traveled extensively throughout western Russia and the "Golden Ring" and brings good humor, experience, and a love of guiding to any journey she leads. Masha spent three months in Seattle in 2005 while on a work exchange program sponsored by the US Department of Commerce. In addition to her native Russian, she is fluent in English and conversant in German.

Upcoming Trips: TBA

Past Trips:

Land of the Czars, May 21-June 1, 2010
Land of the Czars, June 18-29, 2010
Land of the Czars, September 3-14, 2010
Land of the Czars, September 2-13, 2011

Client Testimonials:


Masha made this trip. She is well educated, organized, thoughtful, and a fun person to be around. She could not have done a better job. V. H., Salinas CA Masha’s proficiency in the English language and her great knowledge of Russia made traveling with her an incredible experience. M. S. Masha is superb, a sheer delight, the best trip leader possible for this trip. She made this trip! Ian G., Vancouver Canada
Imperial Russia & the Golden Ring
Masha was absolutely charming, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic, with a great sense of humor. We were fortunate to have her leading a trip in her own country. Nair R., Miami FL
Imperial Russia & the Golden Ring
Masha is everything you could want in a WT leader. Anne G., Vancouver BC
Imperial Russia & the Golden Ring
Masha's knowledge was incredible and we especially enjoyed her sharing about her family history. Liz K., San Mateo CA
Imperial Russia & the Golden Ring
Masha is a delightful leader and very well informed. Ann L., Los Altos CA
Imperial Russia & the Golden Ring