Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: St. Petersburg:
St. Petersburg arrival, embarkation, dinner and overnight.
Day 2: St. Petersburg:
Enjoy the extravagant baroque architecture of the city center, Nevsky Prospect, Palace Square and Smolny Convent. Visit the Peter and Paul Fortress and Cathedral of Sts. Peter and Paul with the tombs of the imperial Romanovs beneath its 122-meter spire. Lunch and dinner on board.
Day 3: St. Petersburg:
This day in St. Petersburg you may explore on your own. Whatever your interest, our local hosts ease your way by making all arrangements for tours, theater, ballet or opera tickets. Lunch and dinner aboard.
Day 4: St. Petersburg:
This morning, visit the many wonders of the elegant Winter Palace, which today houses the Hermitage Museum, one of the largest art and cultural museums in the world. This evening you leave St. Petersburg for the start of your cruise. Lunch aboard. Welcome cocktail followed by dinner.
Day 5: Valaam:
This morning open the mystery of Valaam. Valaam Archipelago is one of the most interesting cultural, historical and natural attractions in the North of Russia. Lunch and dinner on board.
Day 6: River Village:
Arrival at the river village. This is a recreational stop, specially designed for you to enjoy the relaxing rustic atmosphere and famous Russian cuisine and hospitality. Lunch, dinner.
Day 7: Kizhi:
Arrive at the island of Kizhi - an architectural gem within Lake Onega. The island is famous for its wonderful collection of 18th-century wooden buildings, restored to their original state. The highlight of Kizhi is the amazing Church of the Transfiguration, with its 22 onion domes; this magnificent structure was built entirely without a single nail. Lunch and dinner on board.
Day 8: Goritsy:
Visit Cyrilo-Belozersky Monastery, which has six centuries of glorious history, home to the most exquisite icon collection in the world. Lunch and dinner on board.
Day 9: Yaroslavl:
After breakfast today, tour Yaroslavl, founded in the 11th century by Prince Yaroslav the Wise. The city tour includes the 16th-century Monastery of the Transfiguration and Church of Elijah the Prophet. Lunch and dinner on board. Lunch and dinner.
Day 10: Uglich:
Take a walking tour of this lovely 10th-century town - one of Russia's most ancient. Visit the Kremlin, with its 16th-century Church of the Transfiguration, and Dmitry Blood’s Church. Explore the Flea Market. Lunch on board. This evening, enjoy the Farewell dinner on your last day of cruising.
Day 11: Moscow:
Arrival in Moscow. Sightseeing motor coach tour of this ancient Russian capital, including Tverskaya Street, Red Square, St. Basil's Cathedral, Bolshoi Theater and Moscow State University for a panoramic view of the city. Visit Novodevichi Convent. Lunch and dinner.
Day 12: Moscow:
Morning tour of the Kremlin: Originally a fortress, it comprises beautiful cathedrals, ornate palaces and government buildings. This afternoon free time to explore Moscow on your own. Whatever your interest, our local hosts ease your way by making all arrangements for tours, theater, ballet or opera tickets. Lunch and dinner aboard.
Day 13: Moscow:
Time to bid farewell to your new friends. We transfer you to the airport after your unforgettable journey through this fascinating land. Disembarkation.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price Includes:
* Accommodations in all outside stateroom, each with private bathroom facilities, individual temperature control and large picture window.
* Three meals per day in the ship's restaurant with the same menu for all passengers irrespective of cabin category; meal service begins with dinner on day of embarkation and ends with breakfast on day of disembarkation.
* Captain’s welcome Cocktail Reception.
* Gala farewell Dinner aboard.
* Full sightseeing programs in each of the ports of cal.
* English-speaking guide assistance.
* Lectures on Russian History and Culture.
* Russian language and songs lessons.
* Nightly entertainment and dancing.
* Daily aerobics.
* Tour of the ship’s bridge.
* Our cruise director and professional staff.
* Visa support letter.
* Cruise documents.
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