JSC "Glavkosmos" is offering an incredible adventure. The company, authorized by the state corporation "Roscosmos," has announced the launch of a commercial manned spaceflight program to the International Space Station (ISS). The first tourist flight under this program is scheduled for the third and fourth quarters of 2025.

The project provides a unique opportunity for private individuals to spend 10 days aboard the ISS, after undergoing full astronaut training. The launch will take place from the Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan aboard the "Soyuz MS" spacecraft, which has two seats for tourists and one for a professional astronaut.

The training for private individuals will take about 10 months, half of which will be dedicated to intensive training at the Cosmonaut Training Center in Star City, located in the Moscow region. The program includes an initial medical examination, stress tests, and instruction in all necessary skills. It's important to note that no special knowledge is required to participate in the program—everything needed will be learned during the training. Instruction will be conducted in either English or Russian.

During the training, a custom spacesuit will be made for each space tourist. After the flight, the spacesuit will remain with the tourist as a memorable souvenir. Roscosmos will also provide the individual equipment necessary for a safe launch and landing.

The flight to the ISS will take about 3 hours. During the 10 days on the station, participants will be able to complete planned tasks, take photos and videos, and enjoy the unique views of Earth from space. After returning, a week-long post-flight rehabilitation will take place in Star City.

JSC "Glavkosmos," which has been coordinating international manned spaceflights since 1985, serves as the exclusive operator of this project. The previous tourist flight to the ISS on a Russian Soyuz MS spacecraft took place in December 2021, with Japanese tourists on board. The company promises to provide maximum comfort and safety for participants at all stages of the program.

The cost of a ticket to the ISS has not been disclosed, but as of 2021, it was approximately $50 million.