Russia Volga River Cruise 13 Days/11 Nights Moscow - Uglich - Yaroslavl - Goritsy - Kizhi - Mandrogui - St
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Tour Code NHFRR13 30%OFF $Unbelievable! All-inclusive deal! FROM $ 4998 3499 Russia Volga River Cruise 13 Days/11 Nights Moscow - Uglich - Yaroslavl - Goritsy - Kizhi - Mandrogui - St. Petersburg Day1 Canada-Moscow take advantage of one of the optional Fly overnight to Moscow. excursions available, including a trip to Sergiyev Posad, a tour of the New Day2 Arrive Moscow Maiden’s Convent or Tretyakov Gallery. Arrive in Moscow, where you will be met and This evening, enjoy a welcome cocktail transferred to your ship for embarkation. This and dinner on board and a live concert. evening, enjoy dinner and live piano music on board. Day5 Uglich (B, L, D) Enjoy a Russian Language Lesson and Day3 Moscow (B, L, D) a traditional Russian Song Class this Explore Russia’s enigmatic capital on an in- morn- ing as you cruise to Uglich, one cluded city tour this morning, admiring high- of Russia’s Golden Ring cities. Explore lights such as the colorful onion domes of this fascinating 12th-century village on St. Basil’s Cathedral, legendary Red Square, a walking tour that includes the former Tverskaya Street and GUM. This afternoon, Kremlin, the haunting Church of St. marvel at imposing red-brick towers, ex- trav- Dmitry on the Blood, and the Trans- agant palaces, and historic Cathedral Square guration Cathedral before returning to on an included trip to the Kremlin, where your ship for this evening’s folk concert. gleaming gold domes and cupolas sit atop three of the Kremlin’s best-known architectur- Day6 Yaroslavl (B, L, D) al trea- sures: the Dormition, Annunciation, Another Golden Ring city, Yaroslavl is and Archangel Michael Cathedrals. You may one of Russia’s best-loved towns. View enjoy optional tours to Armory museum or the city’s highlights on an included bus attend an exciting Circus performance (pre- tour to see the exterior of the Church book only). You may also join an optional- of Elijah the Prophet before visiting the Moscow by Night Metro Tour. colorful local market, the Church of St. Nic holas the Miracle Worker, and the Day4 Moscow (B, L, D) Governor’s House Art Exhibition. This morning, explore Moscow further or Back on board, and experience a Russian Tea second most important city - the Northern cap- Ceremony. ital of the country, Russia’s cultural center, and considered the world’s “Northern Venice” due Day7 Goritsy (B, L, D) to its extensive system of canals and islands. Slowly wake up in the morning as you cruise This morning, admire St. Petersburg’s historic across White Lake. In the afternoon, reach centre on an included tour and take in high- Goritsy, a quaint village settlement near the lights such as the Old Stock Exchange and famous Kirill-Belosersk (St. Cyril) Monastery Smolny Convent, the impressive Winter Pal- and enjoy a visit to the intriguing Museum ace façade, Peter & Paul Fortress, and Nevsky of Icons. Tonight, feast on a traditional Rus- Prospect with its or- nate onion-domed Church sian dinner before tonight’s Vodka and Blind of the Resurrection and beautiful St. Isaac Ca- Tasting Party (Optional on Ms Nikolay. Cher- thedral. After lunch, visit the world-famous nyshevsky). Hermitage Museum on an included excursion. Day8 Kizhi (B,L,D) Day11 St Petersburg (B, L, D) Cruise to Lake Onega’s picture-book island This morning, enjoy an excursion to Peterhof, of Kizhi for a visit to the impressive Museum where you will visit the beautiful lower park of Wooden Architecture. Famed for its dis- and see the exterior of the palace. In the after- tinctive Transguration Church with 22 cupo- noon, why not take an optional transfer into St. las, the UNESCO World Heritage Site is also Petersburg to explore the city at leisure. home to many other ancient wooden build- ings, painstakingly relocated from all over Day12 St Petersburg (B, L, D) Russia. This evening, enjoy a pirate-themed This morning, explore St. Petersburg further or dinner on board. take advantage of today’s optional excursion. It takes you to Pushkin, home to the luxurious Day9 Mandrogui (B, L, D) summer palaces of former Russian royalty. Built to resemble a traditional Russian ham- You may visit Catherine Palace to marvel at let, Mandrogui is set amidst pretty parkland the many lavish chambers, such as the famed on the banks of the Svir River and is pep- Amber Room. This evening, join the optional pered with pretty wooden buildings topped excursion to a Russian Ballet. with colorful tiles and woodcarvings. Enjoy the shops and artisan workshops before Day13 St Petersburg Departure (Disembar- tucking into a tasty Russian treat: a succulent kation) (B) shashlik kebab. On board this evening, enjoy Your holiday ends with breakfast this morning. Captain’s Dinner before getting the chance You will be transferred to the airport and fly to star in tonight’s talent show. back to your sweet home. DUE TO HEAVY TRAFFIC, BAD WEATHER AND UN- FORE- SEEN CIRCUMSTANCES, THE TIMING OF EX- CURSIONS Day10 St Petersburg (B, L, D) AND ON BOARD ACTIVITIES IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE. St. Petersburg is Russia’s second largest and Ship Overview On Board Entertainment Nikolay Chernishevsky Onboard entertainment includes live performances of Russian folk mu- sic and classical music, as well as activities designed to introduce pas- sengers to Russian culture and history, like lessons in Russian singing and dancing. For a characteristic taste of Russia, passengers can also experience a Russian tea ceremony and vodka and blini tasting. Oth- er activities include live concerts, Russian language glass, Captain’s bridge tour and a pirate themed dinner, etc. MS “Nikolay Chernishevsky” MS “Kronshtadt” Cabin Motorship “Nikolay Chernishevsky” is a comfortable four-deck vessel that has been specifically designed to sail along Europe- an waterways. Named after a famous Russian democrat and phi- losopher, Nikolay Chernishevsky underwent a full refurbishment in 2017 to upgrade and modernize its onboard facilities. Nikolay Chernishevsky features all outside cabins with large (except lower STANDARD TWIN deck) scenic windows, air-conditioning, and wardrobes. Recently Two-bed outside single-staged cabin with a large opening scenic win- refurbished Cabin is equipped with new furniture and lighting; dow, heating and ventilation system, wardrobe, 220 volt socket, radio. decorated in modern style. Refurbished bathroom of increased Cabin is equipped with new furniture and lighting; decorated in mod- size. This ship can hold up to 218 passengers. ern style. Refurbished bathroom of increased size (shower is situated separately in a corner) Motorship «Zosima Shashkov» DELUXE CABIN MAIN DECK Spacious twin cabin with a large opening scenic window, heating and ventilation system, wardrobe, 220 volt socket, radio. Cabin is equipped with new furniture and lighting; decorated in modern style. Refurbished bathroom of increased size (shower is situated separately in a corner) Motorship «Z. Shashkov» is a comfortable four-deck vessel (type 302). Built in Germany, refurbished in 2013, the motorship is equipped with modern navigational facilities and exceeds the speed of 25,5 km per hour (around 17 MpH). Length – 129 m. Width – 16,7 m. Immersion – 2,9 m. Passenger capacity – 280 (quad cabins for double accommodation). All cabins are outside with large (except lower deck) scenic windows, equipped with pri- DELUXE CABIN MIDDLE/BOAT DECK vate facilities, air-conditioning, refrigerators and 220 volt sockets. Spacious twin/double cabin with a large opening scenic window, heat- ing and ventilation system, wardrobe, 220 volt socket, radio. Cabin is Vessel features:*Restaurant-bar *Piano bar *Conference hall *Iron- equipped with new furniture and lighting; decorated in modern style. ing room *Sauna *Souvenir store *Solarium *Restaurant *Medical Refurbished bathroom of increased size (shower is situated separately room *Coffee bar in a corner) Optional Programs · Moscow: Armory Chamber €65 EUR Per Person · Moscow: The Circus €75 EUR Per Person · Moscow: Moscow By Night & Metro €40 EUR Per Person · The Catherine Palace & Park + Paul the First Palace & Park €95 EUR Per Person Upgrade to Premium Economy Class on LOT from $800/pp Seat comfortably and relax during your flight in Premium Economy. We increased bag- gage limits to your convenience and made boarding as fast as possible. Menu in LOT Premium Economy is prepared by our best chefs also cooking for LOT Business Class. Package Price Depart Return Standard Deluxe on Deluxe on 4.5* Main Deck Middle/Boat Chernishevsky Jun 11 Jun 23 $4,199 $4,399 $4,599 Chernishevsky Jul 2 Jul 14 $4,199 $4,399 $4,499 Tolstoy Jul 6 Jul 18 $4,099 N/A N/A Chernishevsky Aug 13 Aug 25 $4,099 $4,299 $4,499 Tolstoy Aug 17 Aug 29 $3,999 N/A N/A Chernishevsky Sep 3 Sep 15 $3,799 $3,999 $4,199 Kronstadt Sep 7 Sep 19 $3,799 $3,999 $4,999 *Chernishevsky and Kronstadt are 2017 newly refurbished ship. Package Price 3.5* Depart Return Main Deck Middle Deck Shashkov May 28 Jun 9 $3,599 $3,699 Shashkov Jun 18 Jun 30 $3,899 $3,999 Shashkov Jul 9 Jul 21 $3,799 $3,899 Shashkov Aug 20 Sep 1 $3,899 $3,999 Shashkov Sep10 Sep 22 $3,599 $3,699 Chicherin Sep 24 Oct 6 $3,499 $3,599 Price Guide perature control and large scenic window Price Does Not Include • Prices are per person based on twin share • Full board catering (three meal) including • Baggage: excess baggage, forwarding of accommodation dinner upon arrival and breakfast on the de- baggage/ souvenirs • Single and triple cabins ar e based on request. • Any personal expenditures parture day. Breakfast is buffet style, dinner • Add on airfare from other cities: Vancou- • Insurance and lunch are with fixed menu and preliminary ver, Calgary, Edmonton, Victoria $300, Sas- • Gratuities: gratuities for Cruise director, katoon, Regina, Winnipeg, Halifax, St.John order, BBQ outdoors in Mandrogui (instead on ship’s crew members $400, Ottawa, Montreal, Quebec city $300 lunch on board, subject to weather conditions) (EUR 8-10/person, per day.) • Tour prices are subject to change without pri- • Captain’s welcome dinner and farewell dinner • Gratuities: Guides and drivers are not in- or notice.