Features

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• St. Petersburg
• Svir River
• Kizhi
• Volga–Baltic waterway
• Goritzy
• Yaroslavl
• Uglich
• Moscow

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Tour details

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Explore the natural highways of Russia with a trip down the imperial rivers and lakes of Russia. The development of numerous man–made canals now makes it possible to travel great distances from the remote forests of Kareliya and Red Square in Moscow, to historic St. Petersburg. On your journey through historic Russia, you’ll see the grand monuments and opulent palaces of the Czars. And you’ll have time to browse the extraordinary collection of art in the Hermitage Museum, and enjoy world–class theatrical performances in St. Petersburg and Moscow. As you travel through the breathtaking countryside, you’ll see fortified monasteries, beautiful cathedrals and quaint villages—all from the comfort of your Viking River Cruises ship.

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All this included:

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• 10–night cruise with river–view, outside cabin onboard deluxe Viking Pakhomov, Viking Kirov or Viking Surkov
• 11 tours with private, English–speaking guides: Moscow/Red Square, GUM and Metro/Moscow Circus/Kremlin & Armory; Uglich;Yaroslavl; Goritzy; Kizhi; St. Petersburg/Pushkin/evening performance/Peter & Paul Fortress/Hermitage
• All meals: 10 breakfasts, 9 lunches and 10 dinners
• Welcome Cocktail Reception & Dinner
• Captain’s Farewell Dinner
• Private motorcoach for all coach excursions
• Old World Highlights: Port lectures by your knowledgeable Cruise Manager, traditional samovar demonstration and tea tasting, lecture on cultural history of the Czars and Russian architecture
• Individual port guides for on–your–own exploring
• Past Passenger Discount for all returning passengers

  Port order and tour sequence may vary. All tours listed are included, however there is one less day in St. Petersburg.

  Note: All passengers traveling to Russia require a visa. It is the passenger’s responsibility to obtain any required visa and/or documents prior to departure. Please allow approximately 4–6 weeks for processing. Due to airline schedules beyond the control of Viking River Cruises, flights to/from Russia may require a hotel overnight. Viking River Cruises can assist with hotel reservations, but any associated costs for the overnight will be at the passenger’s expense. Fountains at Peterhof Palace may not be operating early in the season due to cold weather conditions. The Moscow Circus travel during September and may schedule other out–of–town performances with little notice. A different performance will be substituted. Schedules and activities are subject to change depending upon river water levels, port accessibility, and weather conditions. Tours often include walks over cobblestones, steps and uneven ground; for passenger safety and enjoyment, we recommend you be in good physical condition to participate fully in all tours. For safety reasons, sun deck access may be limited during times of high water levels/low bridge clearance.

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Tour Itinerary:

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• Day 1 – St. Petersburg
  Board your ship & free time.
• Day 2 – St. Petersburg
  Pushkin excursion; city tour with Peter & Paul Fortress & evening performance.
• Day 3 – St. Petersburg
  Heritage tour & free time when you are on your own
• Day 4 – Svir River
  Scenic cruising.
• Day 5 – Kizhi
  Walking tour.
• Day 6 – Goritzy
  Excursion.
• Volga–Baltic Waterway
  Scenic cruising.
• Day 7 – Yaroslavl
  Coach & walking tour.
• Day 8 – Uglich
  Walking tour.
• Day 9 – St. Petersburg
  City tour; Red Square; GUM department store; Metro; free time; Moscow Circus.
• Day 10 – Moscow
  Kremlin & Armory tour.
• Day 11 – Moscow
  Leave your ship & return home to your destination.
• Day 12 – Moscow
  Free time. Day at leisure.