Cruise between Moscow and St. Petersburg in style

Upon request, you will be met and escorted to the 5* cruise ship, your home for the next 7 nights in Russia. Enjoy the evening entertainment and dinner on board. As an option join a Moscow by night tour to watch the magical illumination of the city.

Meals: D

After breakfast get acquainted with the most interesting sights of this vibrant city. Join the panoramic city tour, walk in Red Square, view St. Basil’s Cathedral and visit GUM department store. Reach Christ the Savior cathedral and learn about its controversial history. After lunch explore Moscow Kremlin. View the Tsar Cannon and Tsar Bell and visit one of the magnificent Cathedrals – the Assumption, the Annunciation or the Archangel Michael’s. Return to the ship for the Captain’s Welcome Cocktail Dinner and the concert.

Meals: B + L + D

After breakfast, you may participate in the lecture on Russian history and learn some Russian. Then enjoy a walking tour in Uglich – an ancient town on the Volga River with more than 1000 years of history. Visit Uglich Kremlin and Church of St. Dmitry on the Blood which was built on the spot where prince Dmitry, son of Ivan the Terrible, was murdered. Enjoy the concert of choir Kovcheg exclusively arranged for the guests of Mustai Karim. Visit the local family, where special treats and engaging conversations are waiting for you. In the evening enjoy entertainment onboard and a traditional dinner.

Meals: B + L + D

After breakfast optionally take a Pelmeni cooking class before arrival in Goritsy. Goritsy is a tiny village settlement on the edge of the White Lake. Tour the ancient Ferapontov Monastery, which is included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The walls of the Cathedral of Nativity of the Virgin are covered with invaluable frescoes by the great medieval painter Dionisius. Before dinner, play some traditional Russian games.

Meals: B + L + D

In the morning embark on a Captain’s bridge tour. Then reach the unique island in the Onega Lake. Kizhi Island became famous due to the collection of wooden churches built completely without the use of nails. Have a tour of the open-air museum of wooden architecture. Visit traditional wooden house and Russian banya (sauna). After the tour enjoy exclusive concert “Music of Northern Village”. Return to the ship for a themed dinner.

Meals: B + L + D

After breakfast don’t miss the Q&A session with locals about everyday life in Russia. Later, explore Mandrogui – a reconstructed village, built to illustrate the traditions and lifestyle of Russia’s past. Visit the vodka museum and talk further with locals. Have a BBQ lunch, taste shashlik (kebab) and enjoy the scenery. Relax and enjoy the Gala Concert.

Meals: B + L + D

The city tour of St. Petersburg will feature the impressive St. Isaac’s Cathedral, Bronze Horseman statue of Peter the Great and a splendid view of the city from the Spit of Vasilievsky Island. Follow your guide to the oldest part of the city – Peter and Paul Fortress where the town of Peter started in 1703. After lunch visit the Hermitage Museum, which features one of the largest art collections in the world.

In the evening “Feel Yourself Russian” while enjoying the Folklore Show at the Nikolaevsky Palace.

At night view the famous drawbridges of St. Petersburg.

Meals: B + L + D

Enjoy leisurely breakfast before departure. Departure transfers can be arranged for you upon request.

Meals: B

Upon request, you will be met and escorted to the 5* cruise ship, your home for the next 10 nights in Russia. Enjoy the evening entertainment and dinner on board. 

Meals: D

In the morning visit the summer residence of Russian Emperors – the Peterhof. It was created to beat the fame of the Versailles. View the exquisite fountains of the lower park and visit one of  the gorgeous palaces. Then the city tour of St. Petersburg will feature the impressive St. Isaac’s Cathedral, Bronze Horseman statue of Peter the Great and a splendid view of the city from the Spit of Vasilievsky Island. View the oldest part of the city – Peter and Paul Fortress where the town of Peter started in 1703.  In the evening “Feel Yourself Russian” while enjoying the Folklore Show at the Nikolaevsky Palace.

Meals: B + L + D

Start your day with exclusive crowd-free visit to the Hermitage museum. Spend the morning exploring one of the richest collections in the world with the paintings of Da Vinci, Rafael, Rembrandt, Rubens and many others. After lunch learn the mysteries of Yusoupov palace, where one of the most controversial figures in Russian history – Grigory Rasputin – was murdered.

Meals: B + L + D

After breakfast don’t miss the Q&A session with locals about everyday life in Russia. Later, explore Mandrogui – a reconstructed village, built to illustrate the traditions and lifestyle of Russia’s past. Visit the vodka museum and talk further with locals. Have a BBQ lunch, taste shashlik (kebab) and enjoy the scenery. Relax and enjoy the Gala Concert.

Meals: B + L + D

In the morning embark on a Captain’s bridge tour. Then reach the unique island in the Onega Lake. Kizhi Island became famous due to the collection of wooden churches built completely without the use of nails. Have a tour of the open-air museum of wooden architecture. Visit traditional wooden house and Russian banya (sauna). After the tour enjoy exclusive concert “Music of Northern Village”. Return to the ship for a themed dinner.

Meals: B + L + D

After breakfast optionally take part in the cooking class before arrival in Goritsy. Goritsy is a tiny village settlement on the edge of the White Lake. Tour the ancient Ferapontov Monastery, which is included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The walls of the Cathedral of Nativity of the Virgin are covered with invaluable frescoes by the great medieval painter Dionisius. Before dinner, play some traditional Russian games.

Meals: B + L + D

Today, arrive in picturesque town Plyos. Visit the House-Museum of a legendary Russian artist Isaac Levitan and learn more about Russian art and everyday life of provincial aristocracy. Enjoy countryside evening in Plyos and the concert “Unexpected encounters with Russian music stars“. 

Meals: B + L + D

Explore the 1000 year old capital of Russia’s Golden Ring. Tour the Governor’s Mansion (Yaroslavl Art Museum) and enjoy a cocktail in the ballroom accompanied by live music. Visit the Enamel Art Museum with the rich collection of works created by the leading Russian artists. Try your hand in creating enamel art yourself during the master class. After lunch on board optional visit to the museum of Valentyna Tereshkova – the first woman in space.

Meals: B + L + D

After breakfast, you may participate in the lecture on Russian history and learn some Russian. Then enjoy a walking tour in Uglich – an ancient town on the Volga River with more than 1000 years of history. Visit Uglich Kremlin and Church of St. Dmitry on the Blood which was built on the spot where prince Dmitry, son of Ivan the Terrible, was murdered. Enjoy the concert of choir Kovcheg exclusively arranged for the guests of Mustai Karim. Visit the local family, where special treats and engaging conversations are waiting for you. In the evening enjoy entertainment on board and traditional dinner.

Meals: B + L + D

After breakfast get acquainted with the most interesting sights of this vibrant city. Join the panoramic city tour, walk in Red Square, view St. Basil’s Cathedral and visit GUM department store.  Visit the new urban Zaryadye Park and admire Moscow from the floating bridge. After lunch explore Moscow Kremlin. View the Tsar Cannon and Tsar Bell and visit one of the magnificent Cathedrals – the Assumption, the Annunciation or the Archangel Michael’s. After dinner, as an option, join a Moscow by night tour to watch the magical illumination of the city. Experience Metro (Subway) ride and visit some of the stunning metro stations.

Meals: B + L + D

Enjoy leisurely breakfast before departure. Departure transfers can be arranged for you upon request.

Meals: B

Upon request, you will be met and escorted to the 5* cruise ship, your home for the next 11 nights in Russia. Enjoy the evening entertainment and dinner on board. 

Meals: D

After breakfast get acquainted with the most interesting sights of this vibrant city. Join the panoramic city tour, walk in Red Square, view St. Basil’s Cathedral and visit GUM department store.  Visit the new urban Zaryadye Park and admire Moscow from the floating bridge. After lunch explore Moscow Kremlin. View the Tsar Cannon and Tsar Bell and visit one of the magnificent Cathedrals – the Assumption, the Annunciation or the Archangel Michael’s. Return to the ship for the Captain’s Welcome Cocktail Dinner and the concert.

Meals: B + L + D

Today enjoy Moskva river cruise and admire the city from a different point of view. Reach Christ the Savior cathedral and learn about its controversial history. After lunch walk the famous pedestrian Arbat street. After dinner, as an option, join a Moscow by night tour to watch the magical illumination of the city. Experience Metro (Subway) ride and visit some of the stunning metro stations.

Meals: B + L + D

After breakfast, you may participate in the lecture on Russian history and learn some Russian. Then enjoy a walking tour in Uglich – an ancient town on the Volga River with more than 1000 years of history. Visit Uglich Kremlin and Church of St. Dmitry on the Blood which was built on the spot where prince Dmitry, son of Ivan the Terrible, was murdered. Enjoy the concert of choir Kovcheg exclusively arranged for the guests of Mustai Karim. Visit the local family, where special treats and engaging conversations are waiting for you. In the evening enjoy entertainment onboard and a traditional dinner.

Meals: B + L + D

Today, arrive in picturesque town Plyos. Visit the House-Museum of a legendary Russian artist Isaac Levitan and learn more about Russian art and everyday life of provincial aristocracy. Enjoy countryside evening in Plyos with the concert. Have dinner in the national restaurant “Chugunok”. Taste caviar and talk about Russian cuisine. 

Meals: B + L + D

Explore the 1000 year old capital of Russia’s Golden Ring. Tour the Governor’s Mansion (Yaroslavl Art Museum) and enjoy a cocktail in the ballroom accompanied by live music. Visit the Enamel Art Museum with the rich collection of works created by the leading Russian artists. Try your hand in creating enamel art yourself during the master class.

Meals: B + L + D

After breakfast optionally take part in the cooking class before arrival in Goritsy. Goritsy is a tiny village settlement on the edge of the White Lake. Tour the ancient Ferapontov Monastery, which is included in the UNESCO World Heritage Site. The walls of the Cathedral of Nativity of the Virgin are covered with invaluable frescoes by the great medieval painter Dionisius. Before dinner, play some traditional Russian games.

Meals: B + L + D

In the morning embark on a Captain’s bridge tour. Then reach the unique island in the Onega Lake. Kizhi Island became famous due to the collection of wooden churches built completely without the use of nails. Have a tour of the open-air museum of wooden architecture. Visit traditional wooden house and Russian banya (sauna). After the tour enjoy exclusive concert “Music of Northern Village”. Return to the ship for a themed dinner.

Meals: B + L + D

Spend a day in leisure while passing through the Europe’s largest lakes – Onega and Ladoga. Join Russian Food Fest and try dishes of different nationalities. 

Meals: B + L + D

In the morning view the famous drawbridges of St. Petersburg.

The city tour of St. Petersburg will feature the impressive St. Isaac’s Cathedral, Bronze Horseman statue of Peter the Great and a splendid view of the city from the Spit of Vasilievsky Island. View the oldest part of the city – Peter and Paul Fortress where the town of Peter started in 1703. After lunch visit the Yusoupov Palace, where one of the most controversial figures in Russian history – Grigory Rasputin – was murdered. In the evening “Feel Yourself Russian” while enjoying the Folklore Show at the Nikolaevsky Palace.

Meals: B + L + D

This morning visit the Hermitage Museum, which features one of the largest art collections in the world. Then after lunch, visit the summer residence of Russian Emperors – the Peterhof. It was created to beat the fame of the Versailles. View the exquisite fountains of the lower park and visit one of  the gorgeous palaces.

Meals: B + L + D

Enjoy leisurely breakfast before departure. Departure transfers can be arranged for you upon request.

Meals: B