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Moscow - St. Petersburg Cruise


Explore Russia's Waterways and Heartland...

Cruise along the canals, lakes and rivers connecting the two great cities of Moscow and St. Petersburg.
The sumptuous Russian countryside and its rich cultural heritage gently unfolds as your ship journeys through the Kareliyan Republic in northwest Russia.
Not only is both Moscow and St Petersburg included, using the comfortable ship as a floating hotel, but you will also spend a relaxing and educational enriching week cruising the waterways between the two cities - the famed Moscow Canal, the mighty Volga River, Rybinsk Reservoir, the Volga-Baltic Canal, Lake Onega, Svir River, Lake Ladoga and the Neva River.

The Cruise Ship - Model 302 (the best one of the Volga fleet, includes M/S "Mayakovsky", M/S "Kirov" and others)

These exclusive cruises are on board a 302 Model, a 300 passenger Russian ship and commissioned less than 10 years ago. They all number amongst the best floating hotels in the world.
Built to the highest international standards, the 301 Model has all the modern amenities. All cabins are outside, affording splendid views of the passing countryside, have private shower and facilities, and are air-conditioned.
The dining room offers Russian and Continental food and specialties of the surrounding regions. On board there are a boutique, music salon, theatre, hairdresser, and solarium. In the cocktail lounge, you can choose from a wide-selection of wines and liquors at reasonable prices as well as Russian vodka and caviar. Russian-language courses are offered.
A Guest Lecturer will enliven your trip by sharing his knowledge of the history, culture, and art of the cities and villages you will seeing en route. Sufficient time is always given for visiting the cities and villages along the shore as well as relaxing on unspoilt islands with good beaches and clear waters. Seasoned travelers will especially relish not having to pack and unpack for 2 weeks.
A carefully trained crew, excellent accommodation, wonderful food, parties, games, dancing to live music and Russia itself will make for a most memorable holiday aboard the cruise boat. There is also a physician on board. Dress is casual though many passengers wear business attire for dinner. Voltage is 220 volts AC. Laundry service is available.

Each cabin is on the outside with large, oval picture windows.

Available for both single and double occupancy, cabins are equipped with private facilities, individual climate controls and air-conditioning.

Dobro Pozhalovat! ("Welcome" in Russian)

 

 

SAMPLE ITINERARIES

1998 Moscow to St. Petersburg
(and reverse)

Moscow Departures:
May 17, June 14, July 12, August 9
St. Petersburg Departures: May 31, June 28, July 26, Aug 23

1 Sat Moscow: Arrive Moscow. Transfer to ship. Welcome aboard dinner.
2 Sun Moscow: City tour of Moscow including shopping area. Metro (9am-4pm). Folkloric performance. Optional excursion to Moscow Circus.
3 Mon Moscow: Tours of Kremlin and Armory Chamber. Red Square (9am-4:30pm). Optional evening theatre performance.
4 Tue Moscow: Full day excursion to Zagorsk (9am-4:30pm). Sail from Moscow 5:30pm.
5 Wed Uglich: Arrival 3pm. Walking tour of Kremlin, visit church of Tsarevich Dmitri-on-the-Blood. Tour of Grand Princes' Chambers, Savior Transfiguration Cathedral. Museum of Applied Art. Sail 6pm.
6 Thu Kostroma: Arrival noon. City tour. Ipatiev Monastery and trading arcades. Sail 5pm.
7 Fri Yaroslavl: Arrive 8am. City tour. Monastery of Our Savior Church of Elija the Prophet, former Monk's Cells of the Monastery. Museum of Applied Art. Russian folkloric show. Sail 2 pm.
8 Sat Irma: Arrival 11am. Recreation stop at Irma State Park on the banks of Volga. There will be a Shish Kebab Party with recreational activities (volleyball, singing, dances, etc.) Sail 8pm.
9 Sun Cruising. Neptune festival.
10 Mon Kizhi. Arrival 7am. Walking tour of the State Preserve and Museum of Architect and Art. Visit the 22-domed Transfiguration Church.
Windmills and Peasant House. Sail 11am. PERTROZAVODSK: Arrival 3pm. City tour. Karelian Fine Arts Museum. Evening folkloric performance Kantalle. Sail midnight.
11 Tue Cruising. Talent show. Costume party. Games.
12 Wed St. Petersburg: Arrival 7am. City tour. Hermitage State Museums. (9am-5:30pm). Classical show on board.
13 Thu St. Petersburg: Peter and Paul Fortress. Pushkin. Catherine Palace. Shopping (9am-5pm). Optional theatre or folkloric show (7pm).
14 Fri St. Petersburg: Peter Palace (Peterhoff) (8:30am-4:30pm). Evening ballet performance at Hermitage Theatre (optional) (8pm).
15 Sat St. Petersburg. Disembarkation after breakfast.

 


Sample 1998 Cruise Prices - MS PUSHKIN

Moscow - St. Petersburg Cruise

Prices are per person in US Dollars. Airfare not included.
CAT DECK CABIN DESCRIPTION PRICE PER PERSON
1 Boat Outside cabin two lower beds $1599
2 Upper Outside cabin two lower beds $1499
3 Main Outside cabin two lower beds $1399
4 Lower Outside four berth cabin upper and lower beds $999*
5 Boat Outside single cabin $1699
Suites Boat Outside deluxe two room suite $1799
*In category 4, third person price is $799; fourth person is $699.

 

Included in the Cruise Price:

Not Included in the Cruise Price:
Airfares, travel insurance, excess baggage, gratuities, airport transfers, items of a personal nature, passport and visa fees.

Packages from North America - just an idea

We offer special packages from North America in conjunction with the Russian Waterways Cruises. The fares shown below are for guidance only, the actual fare depending on departure and return dates and airline. When booking please ask for the applicable airfare. Fares are in US Dollars and subject to change.

Moscow - St. Petersburg Cruise

FINNAIR/MS PUSHKIN Air & Cruise

Depart San Francisco Depart New York
May 15, 1997 $2398 May 16, 1997 $2198
May 29, 1997 $2498 May 30, 1997 $2298
Jun 12, 1997 $2698 Jun 13, 1997 $2498
Jun 26, 1997 $2698 Jun 27, 1997 $2498
Ju1 10, 1997 $2698 Jul 11, 1997 $2498
Jul 24, 1997 $2698 Jul 25, 1997 $2498
Aug 07, 1997 $2698 Aug 08, 1997 $2498
Aug 21, 1997 $2698 Aug 22, 1997 $2498
Transfers and overnight hotel accommodations (if required) included. San Francisco departures include an overnight Helsinki stay at Intercontinental (or similar) with buffet breakfast and airport transfers. Air tax & PFC fees $20-$35 per person. Russian Visa $77 per person. Information for Russian visas must be received at least 60 days prior to scheduled departure day or subject to rush fees.
Prices are per person in US Dollars.
CABIN UPGRADE
CAT DECK CABIN DESCRIPTION PRICE PER PERSON
1 Boat Outside cabin two lower beds add $200
2 Upper Outside cabin two lower bed add $100
3 Main Outside cabin two lower beds Shown Above
4 Lower Outside four berth cabin upper and lower beds $1798-$2298
3rd Lower 3rd Person $1598-$2098
4th Lower 3rd Person $1498-$1998
5 Boat Outside single cabin add $300
Suites Boat Outside deluxe two room suite add $600

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