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4-star Russian River Cruise - MS Rostropovich | St. Petersburg - Moscow

8 Day Tour, from £1665 per person

Itinerary Dates

2019
28 Sep - 05 Oct 12 Oct - 19 Oct

Luxuriate aboard an unforgettable cruise through the heart of Russia on the splendid MS Rostropovich. Discover the iconic attractions in Moscow and explore the fairytale island of Kizhi before reaching the grand city of St Petersburg. Whilst cruising, choose to enjoy the view from the expansive Panorama Lounge onboard or sit back and relax on your private balcony.

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Tour Itinerary

DAY 1

FLY TO ST PETERSBURG

Fly to St Petersburg and transfer to the MS Rostropovich. Relax in your cabin or explore the city on your own before meeting your fellow travellers at the Welcome Dinner. (D)

DAY 2

ST PETERSBURG

One of Russia’s former capitals, dating from the early 18th-century, St. Petersburg was built to Peter the Great’s exact specifications. After breakfast, disembark the ship and travel to the Hermitage, one of the oldest, largest, and most awe-inspiring museums in the world. Founded by Catherine the Great, the museum is a complex of six buildings, including the former Winter Palace, and houses nearly three million works of art. Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant before continuing with the sightseeing tour of Peter & Paul Fortress, Church of the Saviour on Spilled Blood, and St. Isaacs Cathedral. The ship moors overnight in St. Petersburg. (B,L,D)

DAY 3

MANDROGUI

This morning embark on a tour of the Mandrogui village and in the evening enjoy a typical Ukrainian dinner on board. (B, L,D)

DAY 4

KIZHI

This morning arrive on the island of Kizhi, situated at the north end of Lake Onega. Kizhi is home to some of the most amazing wooden architecture in Russia, such as the Church of Intercession, built by locals in 1764 – the church’s towering walls and 22 domes were all constructed without a single nail. Visit this church on a walking tour today, and also stop at the Museum of Wooden Architecture. The ship departs around noon and heads for Goritsy. B,L,D)

DAY 5

GORITSY

Goritsy is a peaceful farming town that is quintessentially Russian. Arrive here in early afternoon and have a guided tour that includes the Monastery of St. Cyril on the White Lake and the Museum of Icons. Return to the ship late afternoon and continue on to Yaroslavl, cruising through the night. (B,L,D)

DAY 6

UGLICH

Located on the banks of the Volga, Uglich was founded by merchants in 1148 and is now home to some of Russia’s most beautiful churches and cathedrals. The morning tour will in some of the most notable buildings, such as the Chambers of Prince Dmitry and the magnificent Church of Dmitry on the Blood, dedicated to the tragic death of Ivan the Terrible's young son. The ship departs around lunchtime for Moscow. (B,L,D)

DAY 7

MOSCOW

Today, enjoy a city tour that includes the Red Square and many other well-known sights. There is some free time to shop for souvenirs or wander on your own, perhaps to visit St. Basil’s Cathedral or GUM, the vast Soviet-Era department store. The ship moors overnight in Moscow (B,L,D)

DAY 8

FLY TO THE UK

Free morning before transfer to airport for flight back to the UK.

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Pricing Information

8 day tour, from £1665 per person

Price Includes

Standard Double Stateroom on middle deck with balcony
Transfers on arrival/departure
All Meals on board; Early-riser Coffee, Buffet Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Bottled Water in every cabin replenished daily
House wine, beer and juice with dinner
Captain’s Welcome cocktail reception/Farewell Dinner
Full sightseeing programme in each port of call with transfers, entrance fees and English speaking guide as per itinerary
All onboard entertainment programmes including lectures, Russian language classes, theme dinners, cooking demonstration, onboard music performances and afternoon/evening piano
Home visit with Russian family
Russian visa support documents
Doctor on board

Price Excludes

International Flights
Russian visas
Travel Insurance
Gratuities
Porterage
Optional Excursions

Price Includes

Price Excludes

Itinerary Dates
28 Sep 2019 - 05 Oct 2019
12 Oct 2019 - 19 Oct 2019

M. Rostropovich

The 212-passenger M. Rostropovich, completely rebuilt in 2010-2011, brings a new level of onboard enjoyment to the Volga-Baltic Waterway. It features ten stateroom and suite categories ranging up to 432 sq. ft., most with balconies. Staterooms provide a bathroom with a separate shower, safe, hairdryer and refrigerator. Enticing public areas include an expansive Panorama Lounge; Conference Hall for onboard lectures; Fitness Room, an Infirmary staffed by a physician, plus an elevator reaching all decks.

M. Rostropovich Deck Plan (223kb)