ABSTRACT Student tours to the Soviet Union are a refreshing alternative to Russian language study programs in Moscow and Leningrad. In the first place, everyone can participate in a tour, regardless of previous Russian language training. In addition, student tours are shorter and therefore less costly, more leisurely, and the itinerary and dates are flexible.A tour to the Soviet Union has its rewards for both students and director: (1) For those students who have only seen textbook Russian, a trip to Russia will be the high point of their language study. (2) For the leader, a tour enhances Russian language skills.