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GT VDY4 Yenisei River Cruise Krasnoyarsk – Verkhneimbatsk We provide assistance with discount airfares, hotels and other forms of accommodation in Russia, Legendary Train Journeys, River Cruises, Travel Insurance as required. Special Interest. Groups of any size (including free land arrangements for group leader in Russia (conditions apply), Individual travel, Seniors, Couples, Singles, Families, Budget, Luxury, Adventure etc Gateway Travel, Russian Travel and Tours and Norfolk Island Specialists Established since 1972 In Australia Tel: 0414955109 (by appointment only) International Tel: +61 414 955 109 Email: [email protected] www.russiantravelandtours.com.au We Speak Russian- Мы говорим по-русски! 2020 VDY4 Yenisei River Cruise Krasnoyarsk – Verkhneimbatsk – Krasnoyarsk Yenisei is one of the longest full-flowing rivers in the world and it has always attracted researchers, travellers and those who love to challenge the wildlife. There are no roads along this route, one cannot get here by train, cannot reach it by car. A man walks here deer paths, swims with the fish, and looks for a way navigated by the stars and the signs. We invite you to explore the pristine wild nature of Siberian taiga, to learn culture of Northern folks on board of a comfortable five star vessel. You will have a unique possibility to see one of a kind museum and the most protected places. m/s Maxim Gorki Beginning 2020, the ship “Maxim Gorky” will go through a major modernization to the level of 5* according to the international standards. As a result of the refurbishment of the ship, a large restaurant and entertainment complex will be located on the boat deck, and a SPA area with a gym will be located on the sun deck. The ship has 50 cabins of increased size up to 22 m2 with recreation areas. The interior design and decoration of the ship are based on ethnic motifs of small peoples, the Nenets and Evenki. Cabins: 2 Suites 3 Standards (1 main deck, 2 middle deck) 18 Deluxe main deck 23 Deluxe middle deck (8 cabins are suitable for Triple accommodation) 4 Deluxe boat deck (suitable for Triple accommodation) Gateway Travel, Russian Travel and Tours and Norfolk Island Specialists Established since 1972 In Australia Tel: 0414955109 (by appointment only) International Tel: +61 414 955 109 Email: [email protected] www.russiantravelandtours.com.au We Speak Russian- Мы говорим по-русски! Suites: large ethnic-style cabins with a recreation area. Unique natural elements of the interior. The spacious bright bathroom has a window. There is inside: double bed, sofa, wardrobe, fridge, TV set, hair dryer, radio, two windows, 220 V socket. Deluxe Class: Enjoy an unforgettable journey surrounded by designer interiors by Guido de Groot. Smoothly changing views of nature in the windows of the cabin harmoniously complement and emphasize the colorful atmosphere. There is inside: double bed, wardrobe, fridge, TV set, hair dryer, radio, two windows, 220 V socket. Standard Class: cabins are designed to provide comfort to its residents and consider all the details. Comfortable beds and national decor elements create a pleasant atmosphere of coziness. There are inside two single or one double bed, wardrobe, fridge, TV set, hair dryer, radio, two windows, 220 V power outlet. Gateway Travel, Russian Travel and Tours and Norfolk Island Specialists Established since 1972 In Australia Tel: 0414955109 (by appointment only) International Tel: +61 414 955 109 Email: [email protected] www.russiantravelandtours.com.au We Speak Russian- Мы говорим по-русски! Itinerary: Day 1 - Krasnoyarsk. Arrival at Krasnoyarsk Airport. Transfer airport – ship. Check-in on board. Welcome cocktail (sparkling wine, caviar). Lunch on board. 17:00 Departure for the sightseeing tour: a city of incredible blends: the central part with ancient merchant houses, the largest factories and plants, wildlife and world-class ski resorts - all this harmoniously adjoins each other and emphasizes the special, unique character of Krasnoyarsk. Enjoy stunning north bridges, a huge number of fountains and stroll along one of the longest streets in the world. • Visit to Karaul Mountain, overlooking the city, • Surikov’s Estate (as an example of the architecture and lifestyle in Russia in the XIX century) 19:00-21:00 Dinner on board 22:00: Krasnoyarsk by Night Tour (optional) Day 2 - Krasnoyarsk. Breakfast on board the ship. Departure for the excursion program • Picturesque viewpoint with the monument "Tsar-Fish" • Krasnoyarsk Hydrostation • Bobrovy Log Fan Park with an ascent by cable car to the top, viewpoint, eco-trail about 2 km (alternative for active tourism is a walking route in the Stolby reserve) One of the seven wonders of Russia is the Stolby Nature Reserve (on UNESCO list). In fact, these are rocks of volcanic origin, and they were nicknamed “pillars” because of their shape. They are narrow, tall (60 to 600 meters), extremely ancient (450 to 600 million years old) and are scattered over the area of more than 450 square kilometers. Each rock has its own name. Lunch on board. Free time. Dinner on board. Departure from Krasnoyarsk at 04 am Day 3 - On board. Entertainment on board. Day 4 - Nickulino. Breakfast on board 09 – 11 am. Arrival at Nickulino village. Disembarkation ashore by small boats "Zodiac". A village that you will not find on Google Maps, people who are not on Facebook, a place photos of which do not exist on the Internet (any photo and video shooting in the village is prohibited). Get ready to get back in time. The Old Believers live in the village of Nikulino - Gateway Travel, Russian Travel and Tours and Norfolk Island Specialists Established since 1972 In Australia Tel: 0414955109 (by appointment only) International Tel: +61 414 955 109 Email: [email protected] www.russiantravelandtours.com.au We Speak Russian- Мы говорим по-русски! people who have honored traditions and their religious way of life for centuries. Old believers are effectively closed from the outside world: there are no TVs, computers, the Internet and mobile phones in their homes. It took incredible efforts to persuade local residents to show you at least fragments of their archaic life and unique culture, they will even show you how to extract cedar oil from cones in the old fashioned way. Day 5 - Verkhneimbatsk. At 19:00 arrival at Verkhneimbatsk. Disembarkation ashore by small boats "Zodiac". You arrived on the legendary land, the first Russian settlement founded by Mangazeya Cossacks in 1607 on the right bank of the Yenisei River at the confluence of the Verkhny Imbak River. Here you will visit the ethnic park, which presents the whole unity and diversity of Siberia: the Putorana Plateau and Taimyr, the Turukhansky district and Evenkia. You will see a Ket camp with household attributes, a lively spring with healing water, a museum of Cossacks and Pomors, listen to the performance of an ethnic ensemble, have a chance to try national cuisine in a local café and so much more. • Visit to the ethnic complex • Tea party - Mini-exhibition of paintings by designers Day 6 - Bakhta. Arrival of the ship at Bakhta. Breakfast on board 09 – 10 am. Disembarkation ashore by small boats "Zodiac". Have a heartwarming meeting with the people playing the major roles in the film «Happy People». You can ask your favorite characters any questions. Plus you will have the opportunity to sail on real tarred wooden Siberian boats, taste delicious fish soup on the shore, and try your hand at traditional fishing, as well as picking northern berries in the forest. Departure of the ship around 12:00. Lunch on board. Optional: Siberian fishing Day 7 - Vorogovo: Arrival of the ship at Vorogovo. Breakfast on board 07 – 08 am. Visit bright Siberian fair with songs, dances, raw fish stroganina and souvenirs. Try national treats and real homemade delicacies, play a shaman tambourine, surprise your loved ones with unique souvenirs from the Russian taiga. Departure of the ship Lunch, Dinner on board. Gateway Travel, Russian Travel and Tours and Norfolk Island Specialists Established since 1972 In Australia Tel: 0414955109 (by appointment only) International Tel: +61 414 955 109 Email: [email protected] www.russiantravelandtours.com.au We Speak Russian- Мы говорим по-русски! Day 8 - Yeniseisk. 09:00-10:00 Breakfast on board the ship. 13 – 14 pm Lunch on board. Departure for the city tour (14:00-18:00): merchant houses, monasteries, narrow streets and the spirit of an ancient city with four hundred years of history, which has retained its original appearance to this day *. There are many magnificent museums in Yeniseisk, for example, the local “Planer Museum” is listed in the Guinness Book of Records! You will learn what kind of object it is and how to use it while viewing the largest collection of planers in the world. * The historical part of the city of Yeniseisk is included in the preliminary list of the UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage. • Yenisei Regional Museum. A.I. Kytmanova "(one of the oldest museums in Siberia) • Museum-Estate “Photo-izba” (a unique collection of antiquities is presented, reflecting the life of Yenisei people: furniture, utensils, keys, locks, school supplies) • Wood Plane Museum (a unique collection of carpentry tools, the exhibition is listed in the Guinness Book of Records (it has more than 1,500 copies) • Stagecoach driver habitation (exposition, the possibility of organizing tours in a horse-drawn carriage) 18:00 Departure of the ship Day 9 - Galanino. Arrival at Galanino, breakfast on board. In the real Russian huts you will get acquainted with the everyday life of the Cossacks. You will be welcomed in the best traditions of Siberian hospitality, treated with local liquors and tea from a samovar with crusty pies. They will tell you about the features of their way of life and hold a master class on birch bark.
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