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Russian River Cruise
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Experience the splendor of the czars, vibrant Slavic culture and the expansive beauty of rural Russia on this 11-day cruise from Russia's capital, Moscow to Peter the Great's glittering city, St. Petersburg. Visit Red Square and St. Basil's Cathedral's kaleidoscopic towers. Step inside the Kremlin and discover its imperial treasures. See the architectural treasures of the "Golden Ring." Cruise through picturesque Lake Onega and the mighty Volga River. Follow an expert guide to discover the incredible treasures of the immense Hermitage Museum as you explore St. Petersburg, one of the loveliest cities in Europe. Highlights Moscow, Red Square, St. Basil's Cathedral, Kremlin, Volga River, Kizhi Island, St. Petersburg, Hermitage Museum, Catherine Palace Collette Experience Enjoy a guided tour through the world-famous Hermitage Museum, the crown jewel of St. Petersburg, located in the Winter Palace.Visit the magnificent baroque style Catherine Palace, former home of Catherine the Great.Explore the incredible Kremlin and view the priceless collection of imperial treasures in the Armory Museum.Moscow sightseeing includes the world-famous Red Square with the spectacular view of the rainbow-colored St. Basil's cathedral.Cruising between Moscow and St. Petersburg, discover the unknown Russia, where daily life has remained unchanged for centuries. |
| Call (410) 573-6888 for more information or to book today! Mention code 10576670 | | Collette Vacations | | Offer valid through 3/31/2012 | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Air 1 | Overnight Flight | Overnight Flight : Today board your overnight flight en route to Moscow, Russia. | | Day 2 | Moscow | Arrive Moscow, Russia - Ship Embarkation : This morning you arrive in Moscow, the grand capital of Russia and its most dynamic city. Transfer to the ship, your home for the next nine nights, where you will enjoy nightly entertainment and delicious local cuisine. This evening, spend time getting acquainted with your fellow passengers and the ship. Today dinner will be included. | | Day 3 | Moscow | Moscow : Moscow is one of the largest cities in the world and home to more than nine million people. Enjoy a tour highlighting historic and famous landmarks including Red Square (UNESCO), St. Basil's Cathedral and Tverskaya Street, Moscow's grand boulevard, lined with shops and restaurants. The balance of your day is at leisure. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. | | Day 4 | Moscow | Moscow - Cruising : Take the Moscow Metro to visit the 15th century Kremlin. Known as the "Underground Palace," each Metro station was designed by a Russian architect, sculptor or artist. At the incredible Kremlin (UNESCO), view the priceless collection of Imperial treasures in the Armory Museum, including the crown jewels. Set sail from Moscow through the countryside of Russia and enjoy nightly on-board entertainment such as a romance concert, a classical music concert, and even Russian dancing lessons! Tonight, enjoy a welcome cocktail reception, followed by the Captain's welcome dinner. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. | | Day 5 | Uglich | Uglich : Approach the picturesque Golden Ring city of Uglich and soak in a lovely view of the magnificent architectural monuments from the deck. A walking tour features historic Transfiguration Cathedral, where a local choir brings the church's acoustics to life during a brief demonstration. Also see the blue-domed Church of Prince Dimitry on the Blood. Visit a local handicraft market to view regional crafts and learn about the Chaika watches. Continue along the mighty Volga River through unspoiled forests and rural villages. While sailing, enjoy a unique sampling of local cuisine such as blini and caviar. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. | | Day 6 | Goritsy | Goritsy : Enjoy breathtaking scenery as you sail south to Goritsy, a peaceful farming community. Later, sail in the vast White Lake, once known as the Tsar's fishing grounds. As you continue cruising, enjoy one of the many daily on-board discussions. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. | | Day 7 | Kizhi Island | Lake Onega - Kizhi Island : Cruise through picturesque Lake Onega, the second largest lake in Europe and one of the world's purest. This morning arrive at Kizhi Island, at the northern end of Lake Onega. Kizhi is renowned for its open-air museum. Visit these fascinating buildings of northern wood architecture including the remarkable Church of the Intercession. This spectacular church has 9 domes in three tiers and is one of the ultimate examples of Russian fairytale architecture. Continue on your cruise, enjoying an authentic Piroshki tea party and learning about local tea traditions. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. | | Day 8 | Svir River - Green Stop on Mandroghi or Svirstroy | Svir River - Green Stop on Mandroghi or Svirstroy : Cruise through the 119-mile Svir River which connects Lake Onega with Lake Ladoga. Pause for a few hours in a quaint riverside settlement where you may explore various buildings which represent country life in Russia. This evening, enjoy a festive Captain's dinner. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. | | Day 9 | St. Petersburg | St. Petersburg : Sail along the Neva River to St. Petersburg, Peter the Great's magnificent creation and one of the loveliest of European cities. Your morning tour of this fabled city of canals will take you to Palace Square, the historic heart of St. Petersburg (UNESCO), and along Nevsky Prospect, the city's main boulevard. See the monumental St. Isaac's Cathedral, Admiralty Tower and other great buildings that stand as monuments to the extravagant splendors of Imperial Russia. This afternoon, enjoy a guided tour through the world-famous Hermitage Museum, the crown jewel of St. Petersburg. No museum rivals the Hermitage in size, grandeur and holdings, including masterpieces by Da Vinci, Rembrandt, Rubens and Picasso. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. | | Day 10 | St. Petersburg | St. Petersburg : Today, take an excursion to Tsarskoye Selo (formerly known as Pushkin) and tour the magnificent Catherine Palace. Marvel at the blazing robin's egg blue of the exterior and tour its distinctive rooms. After your visit, enjoy lunch at a nearby folk restaurant featuring delicious local cuisine. The remainder of your afternoon is free to soak in the best of St. Petersburg. Today breakfast , lunch and dinner will be included. | | Day 11 | Tour Concludes | St. Petersburg - Disembark Ship - Tour Concludes : Your tour ends, leaving you with many pleasant memories of a wonderful vacation. Today breakfast will be included. |
| | | | NOTE: Specials are marked with a * NOTE: NOTE: Tour prices are Land Only rates based on per person double occupancy. Please call for triple or child occupancy rates. Taxes and fees are additional for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices shown. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking. |
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