Russia's Waterways

Russia's Waterways

14 days • Air & cruise
13 days • Moscow / St. Petersburg
From $2299 cruise only
(see Departure Dates and Rates)

Your Travel Value Includes

• Scheduled transatlantic flights and airport transfers in Moscow on day 2 and St. Petersburg on day 14 when tour operator issues the airline tickets
• Twelve nights cruise accommodation in an outside cabin on the Main Deck. Spend three nights in both St. Petersburg and Moscow
• All meals while cruising
• Captain’s Dinner
• Sightseeing as detailed in the itinerary
• Superb on board cultural and entertainment activities
• English-speaking Cruise Director
• All local taxes
• Brendan flight bag and portfolio of travel documents

A visa is required for Russia.

About Cruising in Russia
The Tolstoy is considered one of the most up-to-date river ships cruising between Moscow and St. Petersburg. However, it is considered basic when compared to the ships plying the rivers of Europe. This cruise is best enjoyed by the experienced traveler with a sense of adventure.

Itinerary

Day 1 BOARD YOUR OVERNIGHT TRANSATLANTIC FLIGHT.

Day 2 ARRIVE IN MOSCOW, RUSSIA.
Meet your cruise representative and transfer to your ship. (D)

Day 3 MOSCOW.
On a city tour, see Red Square, the Metro and more. This afternoon, visit the Tretyakov Gallery, the National Museum of Russian Fine Art. There are several options for this evening. You may want to take a Moscow by night tour, or attend a circus or festive folklore performance. (B,L,D)

Day 4 MOSCOW.
Visit the fortified enclosure of the Kremlin, with its distinctive crenellated red brick walls and tall towers. A tour of the Armory features its priceless collection of royal treasures including the jewels, crowns, thrones and royal armor of the czars. The afternoon is free to relax, shop, explore on your own or join an optional excursion. (B,L,D)

Day 5 UGLICH.
Enjoy a guided walking tour of Uglich. See the Church of Czarevich Dmitri on the Blood and the five domed Transfiguration Cathedral. Return to the ship and continue sailing. (B,L,D)

Day 6 KOSTROMA.
Founded in 1152, Kostroma lies along the middle Volga, surrounded by rolling hills and forests. Visit the impressive 14th century Ipatyevsky Monastery and the fascinating Museum of Wooden Architecture. (B,L,D)

Day 7 YAROSLAVL.
Today, tour the important Volga port town of Yaroslavl. Visit the beautiful Transfiguration Monastery, dating back to the 16th century. Next, stop at the Church of St. Elijah the Prophet with its 13th century fresco paintings. (B,L,D)

Day 8 GORITSY.
Arrive in the little village of Goritsy and enjoy the relaxing rural atmosphere in this quaint town. Visit the Monastery of St. Cyril of the White Lake, one of the most famous monasteries in Russia, dating back to the 14th century. Later, return to your ship and continue gliding peacefully along the river. (B,L,D)

Day 9 ISLAND OF KIZHI.
Arrive at the tiny fairy-tale island of Kizhi, located on the northern end of Lake Onega. The highlight here is a visit to the Museum of Wooden Architecture. (B,L,D)

Day 10 MANDROGA.
A day at leisure in Mandroga. You may want to explore the village on your own enjoying its ancient Russian architecture, or visit the unique Vodka Museum featuring over 250 varieties of Russia’s national drink! (B,L,D)

Day 11 ST. PETERSBURG.
Today you arrive in historic and beautiful St. Petersburg. Your tour will include the Nevsky Prospekt, the Admiralty Building, the Royal Square, Peter and Paul Fortress and more. There is free time this afternoon. Tonight’s highlight is a ballet performance at the Hermitage Theatre. (B,L,D)

Day 12 ST. PETERSBURG.
A free morning to explore on your own. Or, purchase the optional Pushkin tour and see Catherine’s Palace. This afternoon, visit the world-famous Hermitage Museum. In the evening, relax on board or join the optional Gala Folklore show excursion. (B,L,D)

Day 13 ST. PETERSBURG.
A sightseeing tour in Peter the Great’s “Window on the West” begins with a visit the gardens and fountains of opulent Peterhof, Peter the Great’s Summer Palace located on the coast of the Gulf of Finland. (Entrance to the palace itself additional.) Enjoy one last evening in magnificent St. Petersburg. (B,L,D)

Day 14 DEPART ST. PETERSBURG.
Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (B)

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Receive a 5% discount!
5% Discount applies to cruise only
Based on double occupancy

Cruise RA/RAR Departures & Prices Per Person

All departures cruise on the ms Tolstoy

R = Cruise RAR, operates in reverse direction, St. Petersburg to Moscow, with slight modifications

The above prices are per person based on double occupancy. Single cabin price: additional $699.

Port charges of $96 per person are not included

* Airfares are based on departure from New York. Departure/arrival taxes and fares from other cities will be advised at time of booking. Airfares and taxes are subject to change. Airfares for 2008 departures will be advised in May 2007.

Itinerary is subject to change dependent on river conditions

‡ 2008 itinerary, dates and prices are subject to change. Details will be available in May 2007.

Prices shown include cruise accommodations in Category E in an outside cabin on the Main Deck. To upgrade to a higher category, add per person:

For Group Bookings
Inquire with specialist

*Prices are per person based on double occupancy. Additional restrictions may apply.