

River Cruise from Moscow to St. Petersburg 13 days | GOLD Program
Luxury River Cruise
International Group
Languages: English
From 4.495$ per person in double occupancy
Volga Dream GOLD combines the best of Moscow and St. Petersburg with a deluxe cruise on the iconic Volga River. The journey is ideal for individual travelers and small groups who want to explore both the Russian countryside and the treasures of Russia’s grandest cities.
- Accommodation in exquisite 5-star hotels in Moscow and St. Petersburg
- Daily sightseeing in small groups, never more than 20-25 guests
- Moscow visits include: the Kremlin, Red Square, the Armory and the Tretyakov Gallery
- St. Petersburg highlights: the magnificent Hermitage, Peterhof and Catherine‘s palace
- All meals aboard the MS Volga Dream include house wines, beer and soft drinks
- Russian professors present 4 fascinating talks on the intricacies of Russian‘s history
- Diverse range of cultural activities aboard the MS Volga Dream
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Itinerary: Moscow -St. Petersburg River Cruise 13 days | Gold Program
Itinerary: Moscow -St. Petersburg River Cruise 13 days | Gold Program
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Day 1
Moscow
On arriving in Moscow, transfer to the deluxe Marriott Aurora****** or Ararat Park Hyatt ***** in the historic city centre near the Bolshoi Theatre and Moscow Kremlin. Enjoy a warm-up meeting with your guide and fellow guests (in the hotel lobby from 6 to 9 pm).
Meals: –
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Day 2
Moscow: City Tour / Novodevichy Cemetery
9:30 am – 2:30 pm
Begin the day with an orientation tour of the city before proceeding to the famous Novodevichi Cemetery, where numerous well-known Russian authors, musicians, playwrights, and poets, are buried along with famous actors, political leaders and scientists. Take the rest of the afternoon at your leisure, explore Moscow on your own or seek out a cultural performance at one of the city’s word-class venues.
City tour includes: Tverskaya Street, Lubyanka Square, Kremlin embankment, Cathedral of Christ the Savior (entrance if time and availability allows), Novodevichy Cemetery (entrance).Meals: B
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Day 3
Moscow: Kremlin / Armoury Museum / Red Square / GUM Department Store
9:30 am – 2:30 pm
The morning takes you into the Kremlin to visit the Armoury Museum and its renowned collection of opulent coronation finery, hand-forged armour and weapons, royal carriages and sleighs. Continue to the beautifully frescoed 15th-century Assumption and Archangel Cathedrals. Next is the magnificent Red Square and its famous landmarks – Lenin’s Tomb and St. Basil’s cathedral (outside), a colourful multi-domed complex whose architects were supposedly blinded by Ivan the Terrible so that they would never again be able to recreate such splendour. The rest of the day is left open for independent exploration: for example you may walk to the new park Zaryadye located near the Kremlin and Red Square or choose any one of several optional tours.
Today’s tour includes: the Kremlin, visit to Assumption and Archangel Cathedrals, the Armoury (visit), Red Square walking tour, St. Basil’s Cathedral (photo stop w/o entrance), GUM Department Store (entrance).Meals: B
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Day 4
Moscow: Tretyakov Gallery / Metro Ride / Embarkation on the Volga Dream
1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
The morning is free for you to walk at leisure before enjoying lunch in the hotel or near-by. Hotel check-out is at noon followed by a trip to the Tretyakov Gallery, the first museum dedicated exclusively to Russian fine art. Explore Moscow’s Metro, famed for its architectural splendour. Later, transfer to the luxury that waits aboard MS Volga Dream before sailing Russia’s extensive waterways. The Captain’s welcome reception and dinner mark the start of our unforgettable cruise.
Volga Dream Experience: Bread, Salt & Vodka Welcome Aboard CeremonyMeals: B, D
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Day 5
Uglich
After a full day of cruising through idyllic forested countryside, we tie up in the ancient trading town of Uglich, a key point in Russia’s renowned ‘Golden Ring’. Explore the impressive Church of St. Dmitri-on-the-Blood, erected on the site where Dmitri, son of Ivan the Terrible, was murdered in 1591. Then an enchanting concert of choral music performed in St. John’s Church.
Volga Dream Experience: Documentary Film “Construction of the Moscow Canal”Meals: B, L, D
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Day 6
Yaroslavl
Founded in 1010, Yaroslavl is one of central Russia’s oldest cities and boasts the Volga’s first port. There is so much to see: the Spassky Monastery houses the Transfiguration of the Savior and the Church of Elijah the Prophet with its impressive collection of mosaics. Take part in a costumed reception at the governor’s house before re-boarding the MS Volga Dream in time for lunch.
Volga Dream Experience: Costumed Russian Tea Ceremony & Russian Cooking ClassMeals: B, L, D
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Day 7
Goritsy
In this tiny settlement, we visit the Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery, founded in 1397, now home to one of the world’s finest collections of Russian icons. After a guided tour, we continue cruising toward the majestic Lake Onega.
Volga Dream Experience: Russian Dinner with Vodka TastingMeals: B, L, D
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Day 8
Kizhi
Kareliya is a region that must be seen to be believed, it spans all the way from St. Petersburg to the Arctic Circle, a vast wilderness of forest and water. Lake Onega is fed by 58 rivers and is home to 1,369 islands, including our stop, Kizhi with its quaint collection of ancient wooden houses and windmills including the famous and remarkable Transfiguration church, built in 1714 without a single nail being used.
Volga Dream Experience: Piano Concert – pieces by Tchaikovsky and RakhmaninovMeals: B, L, D
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Day 9
Svirstroy
The highlight of your day in Svirstroy is being invited into a local resident’s home. Warm and welcoming Svirstroy villagers will offer tea with jam and “pirozhkie” (local pies). They will enthusiastically tell you all about Russian tradition, lifestyle and the attractions of Svirstroy village while proudly showing off their homes and kitchen gardens. After tea, hop on a bus to tour the nearby town, see a local WWII monument and visit a local primary school.
Volga Dream Experience: Deck BarbequeMeals: B, L, D
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Day 10
St. Petersburg: City Tour / Peter and Paul Fortress
9:30am – 2:30pm
Arrive in St. Petersburg via the Neva River and disembark the MS Volga Dream. Enjoy a city tour including the Peter and Paul Fortress, the burial place of the Romanov monarchs, and Nevsky Prospect, with its rich selection of fine shops, cafes, and museums. Afternoon check-in at the five-star Belmond Grand Hotel Europe***** or Kempinski Moika 22*****.
City Tour includes: Peter & Paul Cathedral (entrance), Split of Basil Island (walking tour), St. Isaac Cathedral (photo stop), Spilled Blood Church (photo stop), Nevskiy Prospekt drive.Meals: B
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Day 11
St. Petersburg: The Hermitage Museum / Peterhof: Park and Small Cottage
10:00am – 6:00pm
The day begins at the world class Hermitage Museum, home to one of world’s most important collections of European art. Lunch is followed by a tour of the meticulously restored Peterhof, St. Petersburg’s most famous and spectacular Imperial estate, often cited as the Versailles of Russia. Visit one of the authentic Small Cottages and stroll in the vast Lower Park with its 176 fountains and four cascades. There are majestic palaces and numerous gilded statues of ancient gods and heroes. The rest of the day left open for independent exploration.Meals: B, L
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Day 12
St. Petersburg: Catherine’s Palace / Amber Room
02:00pm – 7:00pm
This morning, join one of the optional tours or explore St. Petersburg at your own pace. In the afternoon, drive to Catherine the Great’s Palace, which houses the extraordinary Amber Room. Its six tons of solid amber are deftly carved and framed in gold leaf. Once dubbed the “eighth wonder of the world,” the room was stripped by the Nazis in 1941, but meticulously rebuilt to mark the 300th anniversary of St. Petersburg’s founding.Meals: B
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Day 13
St. Petersburg
Check out of your hotel and group transfer to the airport for your flight home.
Meals: B
River Cruise Inclusions
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What's Included in the River Cruise Package
- Accommodation:
- 3 nights in exquisite 5-star hotels in Moscow;
- 3 nights in exquisite 5-star hotels in St. Petersburg;
- 6 nights aboard the MS Volga Dream;
- Excursions & guides:
- Welcome meeting with guide;
- Daily sightseeing in small groups, never more than 20-25 guests;
- Guide headphones for entire trip;
- Meals:
- Breakfast in hotels;
- All meals aboard the MS Volga Dream include house wines, beer and soft drinks;
- 24-hour Coffee Station;
- Welcome & Farewell Cocktails;
- Russian Dinner & Vodka Tasting;
- Russian Tea Ceremony;
- One lunch in a local restaurant in St. Petersburg;
- Other services:
- Group airport transfer on arrival and departure ;
- Onboard Entertainment Program;
- Lectures by a Guest Speaker;
Price does not include- Any airfare;
- Visa fees (Company is not liable for passengers with incorrect or expired visas);
- Tips;
- Personal medical insurance;
- Medical treatment;
- Laundry;
- Minibar;
- Personal expenses like gift shop purchases;
- Beverages on board MS Volga Dream other than wine and soft drinks during lunch and dinner;
- Drinks in the bar;
- Telephone and Internet connection;
- Other items not specifically mentioned as inclusions above;
- Accommodation:
Prices & Dates
Prices & Dates
2019 Russian River Cruises DATES
Direction of travel | GOLD / PLATINUM | IMPERIAL | GRAND VOLGA |
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Moscow - St. Petersburg | June 20-July 2 July 4-16 July 16-28 July July 28-August 9 August 9-21 August 22-Sept. 3 Sept. 5-17 | June 20-July 2 August 9-21 Sept. 5-17 | |
St. Petersburg - Moscow | May 31-June 12 June 26-July 8 July 10-22 August 29-Sept. 10 | May 31-June 12 July 10-22 | |
Moscow - Volgograd | May 3-13 Sept. 26-Oct. 7 |
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Volgograd - Moscow | May 13-24 |
2019 Russian River Cruises PRICES
Prices per person in double occupancyPrograms | Standard | Superior | Deluxe Dbl | Deluxe Twin | Junior Suite | Dlx Junior Suite | Owner Suite |
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GOLD | $4.495 | $5.195 | $5.695 | $5.895 | $6.695 | $7.495 | $8.995 |
PLATINUM | $5.595 | $6.295 | $6.795 | $6.995 | $7.795 | $8.595 | $10.095 |
IMPERIAL | $6.845 | $7.545 | $8.045 | $8.245 | $9.045 | $9.845 | $11.345 |
GRAND VOLGA | $3.745 | $4.445 | $4.945 | $5.145 | $5.945 | $6.745 | $8.245 |
Payment terms:
- 10% within 7 days of booking.
- 90% 60 days prior to departure.
Cancellations Terms (days prior departure):
- If you cancel 90 days or more before tour start date, you will lose your 20% deposit.
- If you cancel from 60 to 89 days before tour start date, your refund will be 35% of program price.
- If you cancel from 31 to 59 days before tour start date, your refund will be 20% of program price.
- If you cancel 30 days or less before tour start date, your payment is not refundable.
Summary of Programs
Summary of Programs
GOLD | PLATINUM | IMPERIAL | GRAND VOLGA | |
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Direction of travel | MOW - STP | MOW - STP | MOW - STP | MOW - VOL |
Program Duration, incl.: | 12 nights | 12 nights | 12 nights | 10 nights |
Moscow + Cruise + St. Petersburg | 3+6+3 | 3+6+3 | 3+6+3 | 2+8+0 |
Approximate group size | max 25 | max 16 | max 10 | max 25 |
Airport transfer on arrival | Group transfer | Group transfer | Private | Group transfer |
Welcome meeting with guide | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Airport transfer on arrival | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Daily Supply of Bottled Water | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Guide headphones for entire trip | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
HOTEL IN MOSCOW | 3 nights | 3 nights | 3 nights | 2 nights |
Ararat Park Hyatt OR Marriott Aurora 5 star | ✓ | ✓ | - | ✓ |
Four Seasons, 5 star deluxe | - | - | ✓ | - |
PROGRAM IN MOSCOW | 3 days | 3 days | 3 days | 2 days |
City Tour | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Red Square Walk | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
GUM Department Store | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Kremlin and Armory Chamber | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
State Tretyakov Gallery | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Novodevichy Cemetery Visit | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Metro Introduction Tour | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Leo Tolstoy's House-Museum | - | ✓ | ✓ | - |
Park Zaryadie | - | ✓ | ✓ | - |
St. Basil's Cathedral (inside tour) | - | ✓ | ✓ | - |
Local Restaurant Meals, inluding: | - | 3 meals | 3 meals | 2 meals |
Lunch in the Moscow City Skyscaper | - | ✓ | ✓ | - |
Free Time to Explore | very good | good | good | average |
HOTEL IN ST. PETERSBURG | 3 nights | 3 nights | 3 nights | - |
Grand Hotel Europe OR Kempinski Moika 22, 5 star | ✓ | ✓ | - | - |
Four Seasons Lion Palace, 5 star deluxe | - | - | ✓ | - |
PROGRAM IN ST. PETERSBURG | 3 days | 3 days | 3 days | - |
City Tour | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | - |
Peter & Paul's Fortress Tour | ✓ | - | - | - |
St. Isaac's Cathedral | photo stop | ✓ | ✓ | - |
Church on the Spilled Blood | photo stop | photo stop | photo stop | - |
Peterhoff: Lower Park & Small Cottage | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | - |
Catherine's Palace in Pushkin | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | - |
State Hermitage Museum | ✓ | early entrance | early entrance | - |
Excusive visit to Gold Room (Hermitage) | - | ✓ | ✓ | - |
Canal Boat Ride | - | ✓ | ✓ | - |
Faberge Museum | - | ✓ | ✓ | - |
Yusupov Palace / Rasputin Rooms | - | ✓ | ✓ | - |
Local Restaurant Meals | 1 meal | 3 meals | 3 meals | - |
Free Time to Explore | very good | good | good | - |
CRUISE PART | 6 nights | 6 nights | 6 nights | 8 nights |
All Meals (B-L-D) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
House Wine with Lunch and Dinner | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
BBQ on the Open Deck | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
24-hour Coffee Station | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Welcome & Farewell Cocktails | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Russian Dinner & Vodka Tasting | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Russian Classical Music Concert | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Russian Cooking Classes | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Russian Tea Ceremony | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Matryoshka Painting Classes | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Onboard Entertainment Program | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Lectures by a Guest Speaker | 4 lectures | 4 lectures | 4 lectures | 6 lectures |
Port Charges & Local Taxes included | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Accommodations on-board
Accommodations on-board
The MS Volga Dream entered service during the spring of 2007 after a comprehensive two-year renovation. This elegant vessel is designed in classic decor with a slight Russian touch and accommodates just 100 passengers. She is the best choice for travelers seeking intimate cruise experience and personalized service.
50 staterooms are located over four decks and range from Standard Cabins to Deluxe Staterooms. On the upper 2 decks – Promenade and Sun, you will find spacious Junior Suites and luxurious forward looking Owner’s Suite, which has a private terrace and separate exit to the open deck.
All cabins are equipped with private bathroom with shower, individually controlled air-conditioning and heating, direct dial telephone, satellite flat screen television and minibar. Additional comforts provided include bathrobes, slippers, hairdryer, bathroom accessories kit, bottled water (replenished daily) and welcome fruit basket.
- STANDARD
- SUPERIOR
- DELUXE DOUBLE
- DELUXE TWIN
- JUNIOR SUITE
- DELUXE JR SUITE
- OWNER SUITE
Standard Cabin | Cabin deck
- Dimensions: 101 sq ft / 9.4 sq m
- Type: twin
- Bed size: 91×200 cm / 36×79
- Porthole windows
- Private bathroom with shower
- Spacious closet
- Air conditioning
- Direct dial telephone
- Satellite television (flat-screen TV)
- Private electronic safe
- Minibar
- Radio
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobes and slippers
- 220V outlets
- Welcome fruit basket
Superior Stateroom | Main deck
- Dimensions: 114 sq ft / 10.6 sq m
- Type: twin
- Bed size: 91×200 cm / 36×79
- Large picture windows
- Private bathroom with shower
- Spacious closet
- Air conditioning
- Direct dial telephone
- Satellite television (flat-screen TV)
- Private electronic safe
- Minibar
- Radio
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobes and slippers
- 220V outlets
- Welcome fruit basket
Deluxe Double Stateroom | Promenade deck
- Dimensions: 122 sq ft / 11.3 sq m
- Type: double
- Bed size: 180×200 cm / 71×79
- Large picture windows
- Private bathroom with shower
- Spacious closet
- Air conditioning
- Direct dial telephone
- Satellite television (flat-screen TV)
- Private electronic safe
- Minibar
- Radio
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobes and slippers
- 220V outlets
- Welcome fruit basket
Deluxe Twin Stateroom | Sun deck
- Dimensions: 126 sq ft / 11.7 sq m
- Type: twin
- Bed size: 91×200 cm / 36×79
- Large picture windows
- Private bathroom with shower
- Spacious closet
- Air conditioning
- Direct dial telephone
- Satellite television (flat-screen TV)
- Private electronic safe
- Minibar
- Radio
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobes and slippers
- 220V outlets
- Welcome fruit basket
Junior Suite 316 | Promenade deck
Junior Suite 405 | Sun deck
- Dimensions: Junior Suite #306 – 158 sq ft / 14.7 sq m
- Dimensions: Junior Suite #405 – 141 sq ft / 13.1 sq m
- Type: dooble
- Bed size: 180×200 cm / 71×79
- Additional furniture: desk, chair
- Large picture windows
- Private bathroom with shower
- Spacious closet
- Air conditioning
- Direct dial telephone
- Satellite television (flat-screen TV)
- Private electronic safe
- Minibar
- Radio
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobes and slippers
- 220V outlets
- Welcome fruit basket
Deluxe Junior Suite | Sun deck
- Dimensions: 170 sq ft / 15.8 sq m
- Type: double
- Bed size: 180×200 cm / 71×79
- Additional furniture: sofa, chair, desk
- Large picture windows
- Private bathroom with shower
- Spacious closet
- Air conditioning
- Direct dial telephone
- Satellite television (flat-screen TV)
- Private electronic safe
- Minibar
- Radio
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobes and slippers
- 220V outlets
- Welcome fruit basket
Owner’s Suite | Promenade deck
- Dimensions: 260 sq ft / 24.2 sq m
- Type: double
- Bed size: 180×200 cm / 71×79
- Additional furniture: 2 armchairs, sofa, desk
- Large picture windows
- Private bathroom with shower
- Spacious closet
- Air conditioning
- Direct dial telephone
- Satellite television (flat-screen TV)
- Private electronic safe
- Minibar
- Radio
- Hair dryer
- Bathrobes and slippers
- 220V outlets
- Welcome fruit basket