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Go with the classic! Moscow-St. Petersburg River

Our Moscow-St. Petersburg river cruise is a trip to Russia that you have dreamt of all your life. It is our most popular destination with a first time and experienced travelers alike. In addition to the several days of exploration and sightseeing the magnificent imperial Russian cities of Moscow and St. Petersburg, your will itinerary includes picturesque and ancient Volga River cities of the “Golden Ring” and mysterious Kizi Island. Click on a Cruise Dates below


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Cruise Fares Per Person
2011 Prices are in USD

CATEGORY
10 DAY
CRUISE
11 DAY
CRUISE
12 DAY
CRUISE
Boat Deck - Category A
$2500 $2700 $3000
Upper Deck - Category B
$2300 $2500 $2800
Main Deck - Category C
$2100 $2300 $2600
Lower Deck - Category D (3 pax)
$1900 $2100 $2400
Junior Suite
$4300 $4500 $3700
Suite Cabins
$4300 $4500 $4950
Single Cabins
$2700 $3000 $3300

NOTE: Double Cabin use / Single use + 50%

ADDITIONAL FARES
10 Days Cruises - Port Tax
- $95per person , Fuel surcharge - $60per person
11 Days Cruises - Port Tax
- $105per person , Fuel surcharge - $70per person
12 Days Cruises - Port Tax
- $115per person , Fuel surcharge - $75per person
13 Days Cruises - Port Tax
- $125per person , Fuel surcharge - $90per person

Rates, additional charges and conditions are subject to change, and to
currency fluctuation, without notice - Errors and Omissions Excepted

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2011 SAILING DATES FOR RUSSIAN WATERWAYS

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02 May
Ms Chernyshevskiy
Moscow
St Petersburg
12
10 May
MS Russ
Moscow
St Petersburg
12
12 May
Ms Litvinov
Moscow
St Petersburg
10
14 May
MS Furmanov
Moscow
St Petersburg
10
24 May
Moscow
St Petersburg
12
31 May
MS Russ
Moscow
St Petersburg
12
31 May
Ms Litvinov
Moscow
St Petersburg
10
02 June
MS Furmanov
Moscow
St Petersburg
12
14 June
Moscow 
St Petersburg
12
19 June
Moscow
St Petersburg
10
21 June
Moscow
St Petersburg
21
23 June
MS Furmanov
Moscow
St Petersburg
12
05 July
Ms Chernyshevskiy
Moscow
St Petersburg
12
08 July
Ms Litvinov
Moscow
St Petersburg
10
12 July
MS Russ
Moscow
St Petersburg
12
14 July
MS Furmanov
Moscow
St Petersburg
12
26 July
Ms Chernyshevskiy
Moscow
St Petersburg
12
27 July
Ms Litvinov
Moscow
St Petersburg
10
02 August
MS Russ
Moscow
St Petersburg
12
14 August
MS Furmanov
Moscow
St Petersburg
12
15 August
Ms Litvinov
Moscow
St Petersburg
10
16 August
Ms Chernyshevskiy
Moscow
St Petersburg
12
23 August
MS Russ
Moscow
St Petersburg
12
25 August
MS Furmanov
Moscow
St Petersburg
10
03 September
Ms Litvinov
Moscow
St Petersburg
10
12 September
Ms Chernyshevskiy
Moscow
St Petersburg
12
22 September
Ms Litvinov
Moscow
St Petersburg
10
14 May
Ms Chernyshevskiy
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
21 May
Ms Litvinov
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
21 May
MS Russ
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
23 May
MS Furmanov
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
04 June
Ms Chernyshevskiy
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
09 June
Ms Litvinov
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
11 June
MS Russ
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
13 June
MS Furmanov
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
25 June
Ms Chernyshevskiy
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
28 June
Ms Litvinov
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
02 July
MS Russ
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
04 July
MS Furmanov
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
16 July
Ms Chernyshevskiy
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
17 July
Ms Litvinov
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
23 July
MS Russ
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
25 July
MS Furmanov
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
05 August
Ms Litvinov
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
06 August
Ms Chernyshevskiy
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
13 August
MS Russ
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
15 August
MS Furmanov
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
24 August
Ms Litvinov
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
27 August
Ms Chernyshevskiy
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
03 September
MS Russ
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
12 September
Ms Litvinov
St Petersburg
Moscow
11
17 September
Ms Chernyshevskiy
St Petersburg
Moscow
11

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Moscow - St Petersburg 10 Days / 9 Nights 2011 Cruise Itinerary

Day 1 - Moscow. Arrival in Moscow, embarkation, dinner and overnight.

Day 2 - Moscow. Sightseeing motor coach tour of this ancient Russian capital, including Tverskaya Street, Red Square, St. Basil's Cathedral, Bolshoi Theater and Moscow State University for a panoramic view. Visit of Novodevichi Convent. Lunch and dinner.

Day 3 - Moscow. Morning tour of the Kremlin: Originally a fortress, it comprises beautiful cathedrals, ornate palaces and government buildings. This afternoon free time to explore Moscow on your own. Whatever your interest, our local hosts ease your way by making all arrangements for tours, theater, ballet or opera tickets. Lunch. Welcome cocktail, followed by dinner. This evening you leave Moscow for the start of your cruise.

Day 4 - Uglich. Take a walking tour of this lovely 10th-century town - one of Russia's most ancient. Visit the Kremlin, with its 16th-century Church of the Transfiguration. Dmitry Blood’s Church. Explore the Flea Market. Lunch and dinner on board.

Day 5 - Goritsy. Visit Cyrilo-Belozersky Monastery, which has six centuries of glorious history, home to the most exquisite icon collection in the world. Lunch and dinner on board.

Day 6 - Kizhi. Arrive at the island of Kizhi - an architectural gem within Lake Onega. The island is famous for its wonderful collection of 18th-century wooden buildings, restored to their original state. The highlight of Kizhi is the amazing Church of the Transfiguration, with its 22 onion domes; this magnificent structure was built entirely without a single nail. Lunch and dinner on board.

Day 7 - River Village. Arrival to the river village. This is a recreational stop, specially designed for you to enjoy the relaxing rustic atmosphere and famous Russian cuisine and hospitality. Lunch. Enjoy your farewell dinner on the last day of cruising.

Day 8 - St. Petersburg. This morning after arrival in St. Petersburg, enjoy the extravagant baroque architecture of the city center, Nevsky Prospect, Palace Square and Smolny Convent.
Visit the Peter and Paul Fortress and Cathedral of Sts. Peter and Paul with the tombs of the imperial Romanovs beneath its 122-meter spire. Lunch, dinner aboard.

Day 9 - St. Petersburg. This morning, visit the many wonders of the elegant Winter Palace, which today houses the Hermitage Museum, one of the largest art and cultural museums in the world. Lunch and dinner on board.

Day 10 - St. Petersburg. Time to bid farewell to your new friends and the elegant city of St. Petersburg. Disembarkation.

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St Petersburg - Moscow 11 Days / 10 Nights 2011 Cruise Itinerary

Day 1 - St. Petersburg. arrival, embarkation, dinner and overnight.

Day 2 - St. Petersburg. Enjoy the extravagant baroque architecture of the city center, Nevsky Prospect, Palace Square and Smolny Convent. Visit the Peter and Paul Fortress and Cathedral of Sts. Peter and Paul with the tombs of the imperial Romanovs beneath its 122-meter spire. Lunch and dinner on board.

Day 3 - St. Petersburg. This morning, visit the many wonders of the elegant Winter Palace, which today houses the Hermitage Museum, one of the largest art and cultural museums in the world. This evening you leave St. Petersburg for the start of your cruise. Lunch and dinner aboard.

Day 4 - River Village. Arrival at the river village. This is a recreational stop, specially designed for you to enjoy the relaxing rustic atmosphere and famous Russian cuisine and hospitality. Lunch. Captain’s cocktail followed by welcome dinner.

Day 5 - Kizhi. Arrive at the island of Kizhi - an architectural gem within Lake Onega. The island is famous for its wonderful collection of 18th-century wooden buildings, restored to their original state. The highlight of Kizhi is the amazing Church of the Transfiguration, with its 22 onion domes; this magnificent structure was built entirely without a single nail. Lunch and dinner on board.

Day 6 - Goritsy. Visit Cyrilo-Belozersky Monastery, which has six centuries of glorious history, home to the most exquisite icon collection in the world. Lunch and dinner on board.

Day 7 - Yaroslavl. After breakfast today, tour Yaroslavl, founded in the 11th century by Prince Yaroslav the Wise. The city tour includes the 16th-century Monastery of the Transfiguration and Church of Elijah the Prophet. Lunch and dinner on board. Lunch and dinner.

Day 8 - Uglich. Take a walking tour of this lovely 10th-century town - one of Russia's most ancient. Visit the Kremlin, with its 16th-century Church of the Transfiguration, and Dmitry Blood’s Church. Explore the Flea Market. Lunch. Enjoy your farewell dinner on the last day of cruising.

Day 9 - Moscow. Arrival in Moscow. Sightseeing motor coach tour of this ancient Russian capital, including Tverskaya Street, Red Square, St. Basil's Cathedral, Bolshoi Theater and Moscow State University for a panoramic view of the city. Visit Novodevichi Convent. Lunch and dinner.

Day 10 - Moscow. Morning tour of the Kremlin: Originally a fortress, it comprises beautiful cathedrals, ornate palaces and government buildings. This afternoon free time to explore Moscow on your own. Whatever your interest, our local hosts ease your way by making all arrangements for tours, theater, ballet or opera tickets. Lunch aboard. This evening, enjoy farewell dinner.

Day 11 - Moscow. Time to bid farewell to your new friends. We transfer you to the airport after your unforgettable journey through this fascinating land. Disembarkation.

Please, note the itinerary is subject to change because of the weather conditions and the program is subject to change as it depends on museum workings hours

Cruise: Moscow - St. Petersburg 13 days (MS Lenin)

1 Moscow - Arrival in Moscow, embarkation, welcome dinner and overnight.

2 Moscow - Sightseeing motor coach tour of this ancient Russian capital, including Tverskaya Street, Red Square, St. Basil's Cathedral, Bolshoi Theater and Moscow State University for a panoramic view. Lunch and dinner.

3 Moscow - Morning tour of the Kremlin: Originally a fortress, it comprises beautiful cathedrals, ornate palaces and government buildings. This afternoon free time to explore Moscow on your own. Whatever your interest, our local hosts ease your way by making all arrangements for tours, theater, ballet or opera tickets. Lunch. Welcome cocktail, followed by dinner. This evening you leave Moscow for the start of your cruise.

4 Uglich - Take a walking tour of this lovely 10th-century town - one of Russia's most ancient. Visit the Kremlin, with its 16th-century Church of the Transfiguration. Dmitry Blood’s Church. Explore the Flea Market. Lunch and dinner on board.

5 Myshkin - Myshkin. Myshkin retains architectural features characteristic for the 19th century Russia. It also features a number of museums. Visit today one of the most unique Mouse Museum (the name of the town is derived from ‘mysh” meaning mouse in Russian), Visit also Museum of Valenki (valenki are Russian felt boots), ethnographic museum, and more… Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

6 Yaroslavl - After breakfast today, tour Yaroslavl, founded in the 11th century by Prince Yaroslav the Wise. The city tour includes the 16th-century Monastery of the Transfiguration and Church of Elijah the Prophet. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

7 Goritsy - Visit Cyrilo-Belozersky Monastery, which has six centuries of glorious history, home to the most exquisite icon collection in the world. Lunch and dinner on board.

8 Kizhi - Arrive at the island of Kizhi - an architectural gem within Lake Onega. The island is famous for its wonderful collection of 18th-century wooden buildings, restored to their original state. The highlight of Kizhi is the amazing Church of the Transfiguration, with its 22 onion domes; this magnificent structure was built entirely without a single nail. Lunch and dinner on board.

9 River Village - Arrival to the river village. This is a recreational stop, specially designed for you to enjoy the relaxing rustic atmosphere and famous Russian cuisine and hospitality. Lunch. Enjoy your farewell dinner on the last day of cruising.

10 St. Petersburg - Morning arrival in St. Petersburg. City tour and visit to Peter and Paul Fortress and Cathedral of Sts. Peter and Paul with the tombs of the imperial Romanovs, beneath its 122-meter spire. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

11 St. Petersburg - This morning, visit the many wonders of the elegant Winter Palace, which today houses the Hermitage Museum, one of the largest art and cultural museums in the world. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

12 St. Petersburg - This day in St. Petersburg you may explore on your own. Whatever your interest, our local hosts ease your way by making all arrangements for tours, theater, ballet or opera tickets. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

13 St. Petersburg - Time to bid farewell to your new friends and the elegant city of St. Petersburg. Disembarkation.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Prices are in USD

THE RATES INCLUDES:

  • Accommodations in all outside stateroom, each with private bathroom facilities, individual temperature control and large picture window
  • Three meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner) per day in the ship's restaurant with the same menu for all passengers irrespective of cabin category; meal service begins with dinner on day of embarkation and ends with breakfast on day of disembarkation
  • Captain’s welcome Cocktail Reception
  • Gala farewell Dinner aboard
  • Full sightseeing programs in each of the ports of cal
  • English-speaking guide assistance
  • Lectures on Russian History and Culture
  • Russian language and songs lessons
  • Nightly entertainment and dancing
  • Daily aerobics
  • Tour of the ship’s bridge
  • Our cruise director and professional staff
  • Visa support letter (if you process your visa with us)
  • Cruise documents

THE RATES DO NOT INCLUDE:

  • Airfare
  • Baggage: excess baggage, forwarding of baggage.
  • Medical insurance
  • Trip cancellation insurance
  • Visas
  • Visa support
  • Gratuities: gratuities for Cruise director, ship’s crew members, guides and drivers are not included and are at passenger’s discretion.
  • Private transfers
  • Miscellaneous: Items of a personnel nature such as laundry, bar charges, beauty salon, telephone cable charges and medical services are not included.

NOTE:

  • All the prices and schedules are subject to change. All taxes and surcharges are additional.
  • Air is available upon request. For more information, please call us.
  • Please be informed that all pre/post cruise services (additional arrival/departure transfers, hotel accommodation, additional excursions, etc.) can be also arranged by us

RESPONSIBILITY:
Imperial River Cruises, hereafter referred to as the tour operator, and/or the travel agent, acts only as intermediary and agent for various steamship companies, airlines, hotels, transport and sightseeing companies who provide the cruise, tour, accommodations and other services described. This agency, therefore, shall not be responsible for breach of contract or any intentional or careless actions, errors or omissions on part of such suppliers which result in any loss, damage, delay or injury to you or your travel companions or group members.

Travel agency shall not be responsible for any injuries, damage or losses caused to any travel in connection with terrorist activities, social or labor unrest, mechanical or construction conditions or developments, or any other actions, errors, omissions, or conditions outside the travel agency's control. By embarking upon his/her travel the traveler voluntary assumes all risk involved in such travel, whether expected or unexpected. Traveler is hereby warned of such risk, and is advised to obtain appropriate insurance coverage against them. Your retention of tickets, reservations or bookings after issuance shall constitute consent to the above, and an agreement on your part to convey the contents hereto to your travel companions or group members.

Imperial River Cruises reserves the right to withdraw and/or to cancel a tour or to make changes in the itinerary and accommodations whenever, in its sole judgment, conditions warrant it. The tour operator reserves the right to not accept, nor retain any individual for any reason, including but not limited to those of passenger's health, general deportment or attitude infringing upon safety of fellow passengers or service personnel.Any additional costs incurred as the result of such behavior shall be the sole responsibility of the passenger.

Baggage is carried at the owner's risk and baggage insurance is recommended. The issuance and acceptance of tickets and vouchers shall be deemed to be consent to the above conditions.
ALL PRICES, TARIFFS, ITINERARIES AND SCHEDULES in this brochure are in effect at time of printing, and are subject to change without notice. Unless the price is specifically stated in writing on your voucher, invoice or reservation itinerary, we do not guarantee any suppliers' rates, bookings or reservation. Air inclusive packages do not include US air travel and other taxes and fees.

RESERVATIONS, DEPOSITS AND PAYMENTS:
Reservations should be made as early as possible to guarantee desired departure dates. Deposit of 40% of the total cruise is required at the time of booking to obtain confirmed reservations. When more than one cruise is booked, deposit and payment policies apply per cruise. The balance is due within 90 days prior to the departure date. Upon receiving full payment you will receive an cruise confirmation documents. Do not forget to take these documents with you. We reserve the right to re-invoice your reservation should an error be made in computing your package price.

PAYMENT CONDITIONS
To guarantee space, 40% of the cruise price non refundable deposit is required.

CANCELLATIONS AND REFUNDS:
Trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended. Conditions of cancellation All requests for cancellations and refunds must be made in writing to Imperial River Cruises.

  • The following fees will apply:
  • Cancellation received 90 or more days prior to departure 40%
  • Cancellation received 89-60 days prior to departure - 70 % of the cruise price
  • Cancellation received 59-30 days prior to departure - 90 % of the cruise price
  • Cancellation recieved less than 30 days prior to departure - no refund

If you accept a refund, you waive all other rights and remedies under applicable law. Trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.

Unused Features - We regret not being able to issue refunds for voluntary absences from itinerary services including but not limited to meals and/or sightseeing. Once cruise or tour program has commenced, there will be no refund for unused features or services, or any portion of cruise or tour not taken due to passenger's cancellation.

CHANGES TO ITINERARIES AND PROGRAMS:
Imperial River Cruises will make every effort to operate all cruises and tours as described. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, we reserve the right to make such changes as are deemed necessary. In addition, if the ship-owner/supplier or tour operator cancels or postpones any scheduled sailing or tour, the participants will receive refund according to the supplier company's rules.

SPECIAL REQUESTS:
Special request should be submitted at the time of booking. These requests are outside of our control and therefore cannot be guaranteed.

CHANGE FEES:
A minimum processing fee of $50 per person will be charged for each change to the original booking.

INSURANCE:
Baggage, health and trip cancellation insurance is available through Imperial River Cruises or your travel agent and strongly recommended. Once purchased, insurance is non-refundable.

CRUISE DOCUMENTS:
Cruise document packet will be sent 14 days before departure. If you request that your documents must be sent earlier, your cruise confirmation can be mailed at the time the full payment received.

YOUNG TRAVELERS:
Travelers who are under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

VISA INFORMATION: RUSSIAN VISA
Imperial River Cruises is the authorized company for tourist visa service. We offer complete tourist visa processing assistance and support documents to our clients.
To obtain a Russian Entry Visa the following paperwork must be submitted to one of our offices

  • A completed and signed visa application form (one per person).
    Visa Application Form for US citizens
    Visa Application Form for non-US citizens
  • A valid passport.
    Your passport should be valid no less than one month after the date of your departure from Russia. Be sure that there is a blank page in your passport for visa stamp (visa can't be stamped on the last page of your passport).
  • One passport size photo.
    Photo should be stapled to the marked space of the application and applicants name should be signed on the back.
  • Prepaid self addressed FedEx or any other courier mail envelope
  • Visa support letter from authorized Russian Company
  • Consular reshipping FedEx mail fee of $45 or you can use your own FedEx or other express mail service account.

Note: The applicant is fully responsible for the information in the application or visa support form. There are no refunds for incorrect visa issue (dates of entry and departure, spelling of the name, passport number, date of birth, etc.) if the applicant provides incorrect information in the application or visa support form. New fees will apply to reissue a correct visa.

VISA SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION SERVICE
Supporting documentation fee of $15 per person will apply

RUSSIAN VISA PROCESSING FEES

FEE
PROCESSING TIME
$165
12 - 16 business days
$210
7 - 9 business days
$260
5 - 7 business days
$360
3 - 5 business days

 

 

 

 


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