Russian River Cruise - St Petersburg to Moscow
See beautiful Russian landscapes unfold before you as you cruise the waterways of northern Russia from St Petersburg to Moscow.
Church of the Resurrection, St Petersburg
Peterhof Palace, St Petersburg
Hermitage, St Petersburg
Traditional wooden structure, Mandrogui
Enjoy a Matryoshka Russian Nesting Dolls painting lesson on board MS Nikolay Chernishevsky
Transfiguration Church, Kizhi Island
Museum of Wooden Architecture, Kizhi
Krill-Belosersk Monastery, near Goritsy
A vodka tasting party on board MS Nikolay Chernishevsky
Yaroslavl
Church of Elijah the Prophet, Yaroslavl
Kremlin, Uglich
Uglich and the Volga River
Red Square, Moscow
Kremlin, Moscow
Onion domes in the Kremlin, Moscow
St Basil's Cathedral, Moscow
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Your Itinerary
DAY 1: UK - St Petersburg.
Fly to St Petersburg where you will be met and transferred to your ship, MS Nikolay Chernishevsky, for embarkation. This evening, enjoy dinner and live piano music on board. (D)
DAY 2: St Petersburg.
Admire St Petersburg's historic centre on an included tour this morning and take in highlights such as the Old Stock Exchange and Rostral Columns, the impressive Winter Palace façade, Peter & Paul Fortress, and Nevsky Prospect with its ornate onion-domed Church of the Resurrection and beautiful St Isaac Cathedral. After lunch, visit the world-famous Hermitage Museum. This evening, enjoy either an optional excursion to a Russian folklore show or an optional 'Rivers and Canals' tour. (B, L, D)
DAY 3: St Petersburg.
Today's optional excursion takes you to Pushkin, home to the luxurious summer palaces of former Russian royalty. Visit Catherine Palace to marvel at the many lavish chambers, such as the famed Amber Room, before heading to nearby Peterhof where you will visit the beautiful lower park and see the exterior of the palace. This evening, set sail on the Neva River and enjoy a 'Getting to Know You' show on board. (B, L, D)
DAY 4: Mandrogui.
Built to resemble a traditional Russian hamlet, Mandrogui is set amidst pretty parkland on the banks of the Svir River and is peppered with pretty wooden buildings topped with colourful tiles and woodcarvings. Enjoy the shops and artisan workshops before tucking into a tasty Russian treat - a succulent shashlik kebab. Back on board your ship, enjoy a Russian language lesson. (B, L, D)
DAY 5: Kizhi.
Cruise to Lake Onega's picturebook island of Kizhi for a visit to the impressive Museum of Wooden Architecture. Famed for its distinctive Transfiguration Church with 22 cupolas, the UNESCO World Heritage site is also home to many other ancient wooden buildings, painstakingly relocated from all over Russia. Back on board, this afternoon's activities include a Captain's bridge tour and a Russian tea party, followed by a classical concert in the evening. (B, L, D)
DAY 6: Goritsy.
After breakfast, enjoy a traditional Russian song class before cruising across the White Lake to Goritsy, a quaint village settlement near the famous Kirill-Belosersk (St Cyril) Monastery. This afternoon, visit the monastery's intriguing Museum of Icons. Tonight, enjoy a pirate themed dinner before this evening's concert. (B, L, D)
DAY 7: Yaroslavl.
This morning, arrive in Yaroslavl, one of Russia's 'Golden Ring of Cities'. View the city's highlights on an included bus tour to see the exterior of the Church of Elijah the Prophet before visiting the colourful local market, the Church of St Nicholas the Miracle-worker, and the Governor's House art exhibition. This evening, enjoy a Ukrainian dinner on board followed by a gala concert. (B, L, D)
DAY 8: Uglich.
Another 'Golden Ring' city, Uglich is one of Russia's best-loved towns. Explore this fascinating 12th-century village on a walking tour including the former Kremlin, the haunting Church of St Dmitry on the Blood, and the Transfiguration Cathedral. This afternoon, enjoy a Russian language lesson and a farewell dinner before getting the chance to star in tonight's talent show. (B, L, D)
DAY 9: Moscow.
This morning, sail the Moscow Canal to Russia's enigmatic capital, one of the world's most impressive and interesting cities. Explore Moscow on this afternoon's included city tour, admiring highlights such as the colourful onion domes of St Basil's Cathedral, the legendary Red Square, Novodevichy Convent, and spectacular views from the Sparrow Hills. This evening, enjoy an optional 'Moscow by night' excursion. (B, L, D)
DAY 10: Moscow.
Marvel at imposing red-brick towers and extravagant palaces on today's included visit to the famous Kremlin, and view historic Cathedral Square, where gleaming gold domes and cupolas sit atop three of the Kremlin's best known architectural treasures: the Dormition, Annunciation and Archangel Michael cathedrals. This afternoon, join the optional excursion to Sergiyev Posad. (B, L, D)
DAY 11: Moscow - UK.
After breakfast, disembark your ship and transfer to Moscow airport for your flight to the UK. (B)
Note: Sailing times and itineraries are subject to change but the content will not be sacrificed in any way.
Visa Requirements
A visa is required for entry into Russia. This must be obtained prior to arrival. Details on how to obtain the visa will be sent with your booking confirmation.
Early Booking Offer
Book before 1 February to receive a complimentary 'Moscow by Night and Metro' excursion.
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Russian River Cruise - St Petersburg to Moscow
MS Nikolay Chernishevsky
Junior Suite B, MS Nikolay Chernishevsky
Junior Suite B, MS Nikolay Chernishevsky
Junior Suite A, MS Nikolay Chernishevsky
Junior Suite A, MS Nikolay Chernishevsky
Coffee bar, MS Nikolay Chernishevsky
Panorama bar, MS Nikolay Chernishevsky
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MS Nikolay Chernishevsky
Named after the revolutionary Russian author, MS Nikolay Chernishevsky is a simple, comfortable ship that combines a good choice of facilities with state of the art technology to help navigate Russia's intricate inland waterways. Accommodating 265 guests in light and functional outside cabins, MS Nikolay Chernishevsky provides both a spacious sun deck and a lounge bar with picture windows to give you uninterrupted, panoramic views of the beautiful passing scenery.
Public Rooms & Facilities
Sun deck; restaurant; restaurant with lounge bar; panorama piano bar; coffee bar; fitness room; sauna; gift shop; reception.
Dining
Your cruise includes full board. Breakfasts are buffet style while lunch and dinner can consist of either regional specialities or international dishes. Vegetarian meals and special dietary requirements should be advised at the time of booking. One bottle of water per person is distributed to cabins daily.
Cabins
All cabins are outside cabins and have air-conditioning; fridge; shower and wc. Your holiday price is based on a twin lower deck cabin, or you may choose to upgrade.
Options/Upgrades
Cabin Categories & Descriptions:
Single Boat or Middle deck cabin (one single bed)
Twin Lower deck cabin with porthole (at water level)
Twin Main deck cabin with opening scenic window
Twin Middle deck cabin with opening scenic window
Twin Boat deck cabin with opening scenic window
Junior Suite B Middle deck with twin beds and an opening scenic window
Junior Suite A Middle deck with a double bed and an opening scenic window
Tipping
Tipping is left entirely at your own discretion. If you decide to leave a tip at the end of your cruise and would like some guidance, we recommend £25-30 per passenger for the cruise, which will be distributed amongst the crew on board and £10 for the Cruise Director. This recommendation does not include local drivers or guides.
A single cabin is not a twin for sole use.
MS Nikolay Chernishevsky
MS Nikolay Chernishevsky Sun Deck
MS Nikolay Chernishevsky Boat Deck
MS Nikolay Chernishevsky Middle Deck
MS Nikolay Chernishevsky Main Deck
MS Nikolay Chernishevsky Lower Deck
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Single Boat or Middle Deck cabin with picture window (one single bed)
Twin Lower Deck cabin with porthole (at water level)
Twin Main, Middle or Boat Deck cabin with picture window
Junior Suite B Middle Deck with twin beds and a picture window
Junior Suite A Middle Deck with a double bed and a picture window
Russian River Cruise - St Petersburg to Moscow 10 nights
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Russian River Cruise - St Petersburg to Moscow
Price from £1289.00
What's Included
- Flights UK - St Petersburg; Moscow - UK
- Accommodation as per cruise ship details
- Meals Full board on cruise ship
- Services of a cruise director and English speaking guide on tours
- Porterage on cruise ship (for one suitcase per person)
- Transfers between overseas airports and cruise ship
- All local, port and airport taxes
Cruise Highlights
- St Petersburg City sightseeing, Peter and Paul Fortress, Hermitage Museum
- Mandrogui
- Kizhi Museum of Wooden Architecture
- Goritsy Museum of Icons at Kirill-Belosersk Monastery
- Yaroslavl Exterior visit of Church of Elijah the Prophet, interior visit of Church of St Nicholas the Miracle-worker, Governor's House
- Uglich Kremlin, Church of Dmitry on the Blood, Transfiguration Cathedral
- Moscow City sightseeing, Kremlin
- On the Cruise Captain's welcome party, Russian language lesson, Captain's bridge tour, entertainment programme, Captain's farewell dinner
Departures from
- Aberdeen
- Birmingham
- Edinburgh
- London Heathrow
- Manchester
Departures between
12 May 2012 to 15 Sep 2012
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