2008: RUSSIAN RIVER CRUISE (6943)
14 days incl. air, or 13 days Moscow/St. Petersburg
Enjoy an unforgettable discovery of Russia as you travel between Moscow and St. Petersburg on the waters of the Volga and Neva Rivers, Lakes Onega and Ladoga, White Lake, and Rybinsk Reservoir. Sightseeing with a Local Guide is included in both cities to help you better understand and experience the spirit of these impressive places. On board your river cruise ship, drink in the splendid Russian countryside and enjoy stops in quaint villages along the way. Visit the local kremlin in Uglich, then the beautiful Golden Ring city of 1000-year-old Yaroslavl. Marvel at the beauty of the Krill-Belosersk Monastery and stop at Kizhy Island to discover rural life and to visit the Transfiguration Church. In Mandrogui, eat and drink like a local with the chance to sample delectable Russian pancakes (blini) and some of the locally produced vodka.
HOTELS
Listed below or equivalent. Rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, porterage, tips, and service chargesMOSCOW Cosmos (ST), ST. PETERSBURG Ibis (ST)
HOTELS
Listed below or equivalent. Rooms with private bath or shower, hotel taxes, porterage, tips, and service chargesMOSCOW Cosmos (ST), ST. PETERSBURG Ibis (ST)
Call (661) 399-9515 for more information or to book today! Mention code 7274865
- Tour Operator
- Cosmos
- Duration
- 14 Days
- Escorted
- Escorted - Yes
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Day 1 | Board your overnight transatlantic flight | |
| Day 2 | Moscow | Check into your hotel. The rest of the day is free for you to explore the Russian capital. |
| Day 3 | MOSCOW AFTERNOON EMBARKATION | Spend some more time in this great city. In the afternoon transfer to your cruise ship for embarkation. Time to get acquainted with the various amenities available on board. Tonight, meet your fellow travelers. (B,D) |
| Day 4 | Moscow | Sightseeing with a Local Guide visiting the Kremlin's interior. Walk past the enormous Czar Bell and Cannon, the Palace of Congress, and Offices of State to arrive in historic Cathedral Square. Encircling the square are the Annunciation, Assumption, and Archangel Michael cathedrals, three of the Kremlin's best-known architectural treasures. (B,L,D) |
| Day 5 | MOSCOW-UGLICH | Almost a whole day in Moscow. Time enough to shop in the great Gum department store or to go back to see more of Arabat Street before sailing for Uglich. (B,L,D) |
| Day 6 | Uglich | Approach the ancient town of Uglich on the banks of the Volga and watch out for the blue cupolas of the Cathedral of the Resurrection, dotted with golden stars. Then an included visit to the local kremlin. (B,L,D) |
| Day 7 | UGLICH-YAROSLAVL | Enjoy the city tour of 1,000-year-old Yaroslavl, one of the Golden Ring cities, including a visit to the Monastery of the Transfiguration of the Saviour. (B,L,D) |
| Day 8 | YAROSLAVL-GORITSY | Cross the impressive Rybinsk reservoir on the way to Goritsy. Visit the beautiful Krill-Belosersk Monastery. (B,L,D) |
| Day 9 | GORITSY-KIZHY | Today visit tiny Kizhy Island situated at the edge of Lake Onega. Your tour will include several examples of 19th-century peasant architecture, including a watermill, windmill, threshing mill, and barns. You'll visit the Transfiguration Church with its 22 cupolas, treasury of icons, and its unique iconostasis, and then stop at the Museum of Wooden Art. (B,L,D) |
| Day 10 | KIZHY-MANDROGUI | Stop today in Mandrogui surrounded by verdant countryside. The village is famous for its museum of a locally produced vodka. Time to taste some and, if you wish, try the famous Russian pancakes (blini). (B,L,D) |
| Day 11 | MANDROGUI-ST. PETERSBURG | Arrive this morning in St. Petersburg, well in time to get acquainted with what is perhaps Russia's most beautiful city. (B,L,D) |
| Day 12 | St. Petersburg | See the highlights on the city tour with a Local Guide. Created in 1703 by Peter the Great, this city was made the capital of all the Russias. Parks, monuments, squares, wide boulevards, and 600 bridges delight visitors, with the River Neva adding to its charm. You'll drive along the main boulevards past architectural highlights on your way to visit the world-famous Hermitage Museum. During your stay you'll have the opportunity of joining one of the optional excursions to its many |
| Day 13 | St. Petersburg | See the highlights on the city tour with a Local Guide. Created in 1703 by Peter the Great, this city was made the capital of all the Russias. Parks, monuments, squares, wide boulevards, and 600 bridges delight visitors, with the River Neva adding to its charm. You'll drive along the main boulevards past architectural highlights on your way to visit the world-famous Hermitage Museum. During your stay you'll have the opportunity of joining one of the optional excursions to its many |
| Day 14 | DISEMBARK ST PETERSBURG YOUR HOMEBOUND FLIGHT ARRIVES THE SAME DAY | (B) |
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- US$ Price Details
Air inclusive prices are based on departure from New York. Prices for departures from other cities will vary and can be obtained from your travel agent or by visiting www.cosmos.com. Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th fee of up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.40 per segment, and U.S. and International arrival and departure fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. Air inclusive prices are subject to change and not guaranteed until payment is made in full. Restrictions apply. Single room supplement: $730No guaranteed shares, no triple room or cabin available.Upgrade to Jr. Suite cabin (Moscow-St. Petersburg): $535No single Jr. Suite cabins available; no guaranteed shares; no triple Jr. Suite cabins
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-2008, 2009 & 2010 vacation itineraries and prices are subject to change.
Guaranteed Air-Inclusive Price:
Air-inclusive prices do not include a September 11th fee up to $10, passenger facility charges of up to $18, Federal domestic flight segment fees of up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure and other government imposed fees of up to $300 depending on your itinerary. Please see the Applicable Airfare Taxes and Fee link above for more information.
Air booked in conjunction with a land vacation is considered an air-inclusive vacation. Air can only be booked by Globus in conjunction with a land package and is only available for passengers traveling from the United States. For vacation departures in 2008, your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your air schedule had been confirmed and your entire vacation package has been paid in full. For vacation departures in 2009, an additional $250 non-refundable deposit (total $500 non-refundable) is required for air booked in conjunction with any land vacation and your final air-inclusive vacation price is guaranteed when your flight information is confirmed and Globus has received your full land and air deposit.
Not Included in the Vacation Price:
Federal inspection fees for the Federal U.S. Customs and Immigrations; International Air Transportation tax; agricultural tax; other per person taxes imposed by government entities; airport taxes and fees including the September 11th Security fee up to $10 per person, Passenger facility charges up to $18 per person, Federal domestic flight segment fees up to $3.50 per segment and U.S. and International arrival and departure, and other government imposed fees up to $300 per person; port taxes; passports; visas and vaccinations; tips to your Tour or Cruise Director, Local Host, driver, Local Guides, and/or ships' crew; gratuities on ferries, trains, and cruise ships; laundry; telephone; minibar; alcohol, beverages, and food outside of the contracted Globus menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant (these extra items will be billed to you before leaving the hotel, ship, or restaurant); optional excursions; airport transfers on non-qualifying flights; porterage at airports and train stations; Travel Protection premiums; all airline imposed baggage fees (including internal flights); and all other items of a personal nature.
