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- Tour the Hermitage in St Petersburg
- Admire St Basil's Cathedral
- Stop on the fairytale island of Kizhi
- Visit the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow
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Chat to a travel specialist4-star Russian River Cruise | St Petersburg to Moscow
11 Day Tour, from £1770 per person
Itinerary Dates
| 2019 | 2020 |
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| 29 Jun - 09 Jul 20 Jul - 30 Jul 10 Aug - 20 Aug 31 Aug - 10 Sep 21 Sep - 01 Oct 12 Oct - 22 Oct | 11 May - 31 May 01 Jun - 11 Jun 22 Jun - 02 Jul 13 Jul - 23 Jul 03 Aug - 13 Aug 24 Aug - 03 Sep |
<p>Take the "river less travelled" and sail from St Petersburg to Moscow on this 11-day Russian River Cruise. Journey through the beautiful, pastoral countryside of Russia along canals, waterways and lakes, gazing at a land of ancient monasteries and shimmering forests of silver birch. Various boat options are available for this journey. Listed here are the dates for the <em>M/S Fedin</em>, but alternative dates are possible on board the <em>M/S Nizhny Novgorod, M/S Chernishevsky</em> or <em>Kronshtadt</em>. </p><p>Price based on Main Deck cabins. For upgrades to the Middle Deck and the Boat Deck, please speak to one of our Travel Specialists. <a href="https://www.regent-holidays.co.uk/tour/4-russian-river-cruise-moscow-to-st-petersburg-2019/" style="line-height: 18.6px;">This journey also operates from Moscow to St Petersburg. Please click here for an itinerary for this route or contact one of our Russia Travel Specialists for more information.</a></p>
Morning visit to the Hermitage, St Petersburg’s rival to the Louvre in Paris. The collection contains over three million exhibits. (B,L,D)
Today stop at Mandrogi to relax on the verdant river bank and enjoy the pleasant scenery with a picnic lunch. (B,L,D)
This morning the ship stops at the tiny fairytale island of Kizhi on the northern shore of Lake Onega. Your visit to the island includes the open-air Museum of Wooden Architecture, housing a collection of restored 18th-century Russian wooden buildings and the highlight of this visit - the breathtaking Church of the Transfiguration. (B,L,D)
Arrive in the historic city of Yaroslavl, located at the confluence of the Volga and Kotorosi Rivers. On a sightseeing tour by bus see the 17th century Church of Elijah the Prophet which stands in the city’s centre and is Yaroslavl’s most beautiful church. Visit the church of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker and embark on an interactive tour of the former Governor’s house (B,L,D)
Far from ugly, the view of the town on approach from the Volga River is especially beautiful with the Cathedral of the Resurrection and St. John's Church looming on the horizon. Visit the church of St. Dimitry of the Blood and the Kremlin where the seventh wife of Ivan The Terrible lived in exile. (B,L,D)
Explore the city on a morning’s excursion that will include the colourful, multi-domed St Basil’s Cathedral (outside only), Red Square, the Lenin Mausoleum, the Bolshoi Theatre and many other points of interest. (B,L,D)
Morning excursion to the Kremlin and one of the cathedrals in the grounds. Time at leisure or book an optional excursion before the river cruise departs Moscow this evening. (B,L,D)
Tour Itinerary
DAY 1
ARRIVE ST PETERSBURG
Arrive in St Petersburg. Transfer to the boat and enjoy a welcome dinner. (D)
DAY 2
ST PETERSBURG
Enjoy a morning sightseeing tour of St Petersburg to include photo stops of Admiralty Building, Winter Palace and St Isaac’s Cathedral. Also visit Peter and Paul's Fortress. (B,L,D)
DAY 3
ST PETERSBURG
DAY 4
MANDROGI
DAY 5
KIZHI
DAY 6
GORITSY
In the afternoon, arrive at Goritsy, a typical Russian village. There is an excursion to Kirillo-Belozerksy Monastery and various optional events. (B,L,D)
DAY 7
YAROSLAVL
DAY 8
UGLICH
DAY 9
MOSCOW
DAY 10
MOSCOW
DAY 11
MOSCOW
Free morning before transfer to the airport for flight back to the UK. (B)
Pricing Information
11 day tour, from £1770 per person
Price Includes
- Twin air-conditioned cabins with private facilities
- Three meals per day [breakfast, lunch, dinner] commencing with dinner on day of embarkation and ending with breakfast on day of disembarkation
- Captain’s welcome Cocktail Reception
- Transfers on arrival/departure
- Gala farewell dinner
- Full sightseeing programme in each port of call with transfers, entrance fees and English speaking guides
- Russian language and song lessons
- Nightly entertainment and dancing
- Aerobic Classes
- Tour of ship’s bridge
- Port taxes
Price Excludes
- International Flights
- Russian visa
- Drinks with meals
- Travel Insurance
- Gratuities
- Porterage
- Optional excursions
Price Includes
Price Excludes
Price Notes
There are a large number of ships plying the Russian waterways, especially between Moscow and St Petersburg. However, most ships follow similar itineraries and offer a comparable standard of accommodation and tours. We can book a number of boats, so even if you don't find a date to suit you, then please do not hesitate to contact us.
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31 May 2020
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23 Jul 2020
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03 Aug 2020
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13 Aug 2020
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24 Aug 2020
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M/S Fedin
Konstantin Fedin was a Russian novelist and literary functionary born in Saratov in 1892. The M/S Fedin is considered to be one of the best and newest ships in its class. Built in 1991 in Germany - the vessel was refurbished in 2012. All cabins are outward facing with big picture windows. The cabins have private WC/shower facilities, air cooling system.
On board the ship are 2 dining rooms, 2 bars, lounge, a small souvenir shop, reading salon and a beauty salon. The total capacity is 250 passengers and 135 cabins.
Please note that the ship does not have extensive soundproofing so you may hear noise from the air-conditioning system and other machinery on board.
Tour Route Map
- Russia, Moscow
- Russia, Vologda
- Russia, Mandrogi
- Russia, Arkhangelsk
- Russia, Solovetsky
- Russia, Goritsy
- Russia, Murmansk
- Russia, Yaroslavl
- Russia, Petrozavodsk
- Russia, Uglich
- Russia, Kizhi
- Russia, St Petersburg
