Russian Waterways

Aboard the deluxe MS Amakatarina 

14-DAYS

MOSCOW - UGLICH - YAROSLAVL - GORITSY - KIZHI - SVIRSTROY - ST.PETERSBURG
 

Enjoy a spectacular voyage through the heart of Russia along its colorful and historic waterways. Explore bustling and excitement-packed Moscow, then cruise north and visit the enchanting Golden Ring cities of Uglich and Yaroslavl. Continue along the Volga-Baltic Waterways and through Europe's two largest lakes, Onega and Ladoga to St. Petersburg, one of the world's most beautiful cities, spread over 101 islands and 66 canals. 
ITINERARY
 
Day 1 : FLIGHT USA - RUSSIA
Board your overnight flight to Russia  .   (in-flight meals)
Day 2 : MOSCOW
Arrive in Moscow and transfer to the ship. The balance of the day is free to relax or to begin discovering this exciting city.        (B,L,D)
Day 3 : MOSCOW
After breakfast, visit Russia's beautiful capital city, founded in 1147, which includes the Red Square, the GUM Department Store, St. Basil Cathedral, Tverskaya, Sparrow Hill and Lubyanka Square (KGB building. You will also visit the Tretyakov Art Museum. This afternoon, enjoy lunch on a day boat as you cruise the Moscow River. Tonight, you can enjoy an optional visit to the Moscow Circus.    (B,L,D)
Day 4 : MOSCOW
This morning tour the Kremlin and the Armory Museum. Afternoon is free or enjoy an optional tour of the Pushkin Museum or the Novodevichy Monastery (B,L,D)
Day 5 : UGLICH
The town of Uglich dates from the 10th century. In the 16th century, Ivan the Terrible used Uglich as a base for attacks against the Tatars. Our tour this morning includes Transfiguration Cathedral and the Church of Dimitry on the Blood. Uglich is also the site of an AMAWATERWAYS exclusive shore excursion. You'll visit the home of a local Russian family, learning about everyday life in Uglich, as you enjoy a home cooked meal and sample Russian hospitality first hand.    (B,L,D)
Day 6 : YEROSLAVL
About a thousand years ago in 1010 Rostov Prince Yaroslav (later Yaroslav the Wise) founded a fortress here in order to strengthen his territory  and to secure safety of the water ways. He named his fortress after himself. In the 17th century the city saw its heydays and rivaled Moscow in importance and beauty. Our city tour includes Transfiguration Monastery and the Yaroslavl Museum of Russian Art, the former residence of the governor of Yaroslavl.     (B,L,D)
Day 7 : GORITSY
Today we stop at the small, but history ladden town of Goritsy. We will viist the spectacular Monastery of St. Cyril on the White Lake, situated on a hill from where a grandios view presents the surrounding area. We will also visit the Museum of icons.Return to ship to sail for Kizhi.   (B,L,D)
Day 8 : KIZHI
The village and churches of Kizhi were first mentioned in chronicles four hundred years ago. In the 16th century, Kizhi was the administrative centre of the large Zaonezhye region, with numerous settlements on islands and on the mainland.Kizhi Pogost is enlisted in the UNESCO's World Heritage. During our tour we visit the twenty two - domed Church of the Transfiguration and built nearby in 1764 the nine-domed Church of the Intercession. We will also visit Russia's oldest, still extant wooden Church of St. Lazarus of Murom, which stands on the tiny islet of Mooch and dates back to the 14th century.     (B,L,D)
Day 9 : SVIRSTROY
Svistroy is 100 miles from St.Petersburg, with only a population of 1000. Enjoy some free time to stroll through this unspoiled Russian village and browse through the irresistable handmade trinkets. This is the best place to do souvenir shopping before reaching St.Petersburg.       (B,L,D)
Day 10 : ST. PETERSBURG
One of Russia's former capitals, this city rivals Paris or Venice for its romantic image. Dating from the beginning of the 18th-century it was built to the exact specifications ordered by Peter the Great. The city is home to many museums, galleries, palaces, impressive squares and streets. Your sightseeing tour of this beautiful city shows you Nevsky Prospect, Palace Square, St. Isaacs Cathedral and the cruiser Aurora. After lunch in a local restaurant in St. Petersburg, tour the Hermitage museum, the former Palace of the Czars, which houses the royal art collection with over three million works of art. It is one of the largest and most impressive art museums in the world. Tonight, join your fellow passengers for an optional folkloric show.       (B,L,D)
Day 11: ST. PETERSBURG
This morning, stroll along one of the many picturesque canals or join the optional excursion to Pushkin and visit the Palace of Catherine the Great. In your free time absorb the atmosphere of St. Petersburg’s vibrant cultural life. This evening, you are our guest at a Ballet performance at the Hermitage Theatre, the former private theatre of the Czars.    (B,L,D)
Day 12: ST. PETERSBURG
Today, tour St. Petersburg's famous and spectacular Imperial Estate - Peterhof Palace. Nestled on the shore of the Gulf of Finland, the palace was built by Peter the Great initially as a resting place en route to the Imperial naval base. But the Czar was quick to recognize the attractiveness of the area and masterminded a vast estate intended to rival the famous gardens of Versailles. You will enjoy a hydrofoil journey either to or from the Palace. After lunch, enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure.      (B,L,D)
Day 13: RUSSIA - USA
Transfer to the airport  for your flight back home      (B, in-flight meals) 
(B - breakfast, L - lunch, D - dinner)
INCLUDED IN THE TOUR
  • Scheduled transatlantic flights and airport transfers in Moscow & St. Petersburg when airline tickets are obtained through UET/Amadeus Waterways.
  • Deluxe cruise accommodation in outside cabin with hotel-style beds that can be set up as 2 twin beds or one large double bed
  • Superb dining with all meals included in the elegant Panorama Restaurant, which accommodates all guests in one seating without fixed seating arrangements 
  • Quality wines , red or white or juices  with every dinner
  • Bottled water in every cabin
  • Cocktail Reception and Welcome Dinner
  • Captain’s Gala Dinner
  • Daily sightseeing programs incuding: MOSCOW - city tour, Metro, Kremlin and Armory, Tretiakov Gallery; guided city tours in UGLICH, YAROSLAVL, GORITSY and KIZHI; ST.PETERSBURG city tour, excursion to Peterhof, tour of Hermitage Museum.
  • Ballet Performance at the Hermitage Theatre, the private theatre of the Czars.
  • Guest  lectures on Russian history, culture, art, politics and economy
  • Services of an cruise manager throughout your cruise
  • Physician on board
  • On board music performances and Russian language classes.
  • On board amenities including - Indoor swimming pool with a sun roof that can be opened,  Quaint coffee/tea/cookies station ?available all day,  Panorama Lounge ,  Bar & Nightclub,    Conference & Movie Hall,  Large Souvenir and Gift Shop with very generous selection, Beauty Salon, Massage, 
  • All English language on board in a non-smoking environment (smoking only on the Sun Deck)
  • All local taxes
NOT INCLUDED

TOUR PRICES & DEPARTURE DATES:

2011 SAILINGS
Cruise Ship: MS AMAKATARINA
USA Departure Date Return Date Price
May 09 to MOSCOW    May 21 from ST.PETERSBURG $  3,299
May 20 to ST.PETERSBURG Jun 01 from MOSCOW $  3,399
May 31 to MOSCOW Jun 12 from ST.PETERSBURG $  3,399
Jun 11 to ST.PETERSBURG Jun 23 from MOSCOW $  3,399
Jun 22 to MOSCOW Jul 04 from ST.PETERSBURG $  3,399
Jul 03 to ST.PETERSBURG Jul 15 from MOSCOW $  3,399
Jul 14 to MOSCOW Jul 26 from ST.PETERSBURG $  3,399
Jul 25 to ST.PETERSBURG Aug 06 from MOSCOW $  3,399
Aug 05 to MOSCOW Aug 17 from ST.PETERSBURG $  3,399
Aug 16 to ST.PETERSBURG Aug 28 from MOSCOW $  3,399
Aug 27 to MOSCOW Sep 08 from ST.PETERSBURG $  3,399
Sep 07 to ST.PETERSBURG Sep 19 from MOSCOW $  3,399
Sep 18 to MOSCOW Sep 30 from ST.PETERSBURG $  3,399
Sep 29 to ST.PETERSBURG Oct 11 from MOSCOW $  3,299
Single Supplement is plus 50% of cruise price  

CABIN UPGRADES PER PERSON
F included in Base Price
E - Standard twin + $ 279
D - Superior + $ 699
C - Deluxe with balcony + $ 1,399
B - Deluxe with balcony + $ 1,599
A - Deluxe with balcony + $ 1,799
BS - Bolshoi Suites + $ 2,099
MS - Mariinsky Suites + $ 2,599
HS - Hermitage Suite + $ 2,799
IS - Imperial Suite + $ 4,999
Round-trip airfare is available from New York from $ 1,100.00. For other cities please contact UET.

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The  MS AMAKATARINA operates for the English speaking market only and offers a long list of amenities, which no other river cruise ship in Russia can match.