Russia’s Royal Riverways

Russia’s Royal Riverways

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Russia’s Royal Riverways

11 Days Starting and ending in UK

Visiting: Moscow, Uglich, Yaroslavl, Goritsy, Kizhi, Mandrogi, Saint Petersburg

Tour operator:

Titan Travel

Tour code:

TTJRT

Recommended For:

50 plus, Couples

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 1

Physical rating:

Low, Leisurely

Age range:

16-99

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Please contact Titan with any specific dietary requirements

Tour operated in:
English

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Tour Overview

For centuries, the rivers, canals and lakes of north-west Russia provided the tsars with a serene and luxurious means of travel between the imperial powerhouses of Moscow and St Petersburg. It is still the most relaxing way to experience two of the world’s greatest cities - Moscow, with imposing icons and colourful cathedrals, and St Petersburg, with palaces and museums brimming with priceless treasures. This superb value Russian river cruise includes extended stays in both, and offers a glimpse into rural life.

Highlights

  • Seeing a dazzling array of treasures in the Kremlin Armoury Museum.

  • Cruising the array of rivers, vast lakes and broad canals that link the iconic cities of Moscow and St Petersburg.

  • VIP door-to-door travel service

Places You'll See

Russia’S Royal Riverways

Russia’S Royal Riverways

Russia’S Royal Riverways

Russia’S Royal Riverways

Russia’S Royal Riverways

Russia’S Royal Riverways

Russia’S Royal Riverways

Russia’S Royal Riverways

Russia’S Royal Riverways

Russia’S Royal Riverways

Russia’S Royal Riverways

Russia’S Royal Riverways

Russia’S Royal Riverways

Russia’S Royal Riverways

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Uk - Moscow
Location: Moscow
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: MS Rublev (2-star)
Meals Included: Dinner

Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service collects you from home for your flight to Moscow. On arrival, we head to the port and board our vessel.

Day 2 : Moscow
Location: Moscow
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: MS Rublev (2-star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Moscow, the capital of Russia, was founded in 1147 by Prince Yuri Dolgoruky as a fortress on the banks of the Moskva River. During its 850-year history, it has witnessed times of glory and darkness, growing into the centre of Russian political, cultural and economic life.An orientation tour on the morning of day 2 will include the historical centre of Moscow, Red Square; see the fairytale St Basil’s Cathedral in its colourful Byzantine splendour; and shop in GUM, the largest department store in Moscow. We’ll also take a tour to the Kremlin, the oldest, most characteristic part of the Russian capital, and the symbol of Russian and Soviet power. Free time allows for further exploration.A visit to the Armoury Museum is included, located inside the Kremlin. It was built in 1851 as a factory for making weapons and armour and today it houses a museum in which an enormous collection of Soviet national treasures are displayed, including the famous Fabergé Eggs, as well as spectacular jewels.Perhaps visit the stations of Moscow’s Metro, that have often been called the ‘people’s palaces’, for their incredible, elegant designs and lavish use of natural stone materials, mosaics and chandeliers. We set sail in the evening of day 3.

Day 3 : Uglich
Location: Uglich
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: MS Rublev (2-star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The approach to Uglich is one of the most memorable sights of your cruise along the Volga. From the river, the view of the town with the Cathedral of the Resurrection and St John’s Church looms on the horizon.Despite Uglich’s incredible beauty, it has had a disturbing history including the murder of Ivan the Terrible’s son, Tsarevich Dmitry, in 1591. On our walking tour, we’ll explore the Church of St Dmitry on the Blood, built on the spot where his body was found.

Day 4 : Yaroslavl
Location: Yaroslavl
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: MS Rublev (2-star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After sailing Lake Rybinsk, we arrive in Yaroslavl known as the ‘Russian Florence’, founded nearly half a century before Moscow in 1010. On our city tour, we visit the Church of Elijah the Prophet, an incredible structure filled with 17th-century frescoes, and the 12th-century Transfiguration Monastery, with murals depicting St John’s apocalyptic visions.

Day 5 : Goritsy
Location: Goritsy
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: MS Rublev (2-star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

In the afternoon we’ll arrive in Goritsy, a peaceful farming community where your cruise stops for a few hours. Whilst here, we’ll visit the vast Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery, built in 1397 on the banks of the Sheksna River and once the largest monastery in Northern Russia.

Day 6 : Kizhi Island
Location: Kizhi
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: MS Rublev (2-star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The Kizhi Open Air Museum of Architecture is located on ancient land, where heathen rites were held. Here, we explore 18th-century wooden churches, built without a single nail, and a wooden octagonal clock tower. This afternoon, we cruise Lake Onega, the second largest lake in Europe and one of the world’s purest.

Day 7 : Mandrogi
Location: Mandrogi
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: MS Rublev (2-star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, we visit Mandrogi, a reconstructed village, built on the shore of the Svir River to illustrate the traditions and lifestyle of Russia’s past. Inside the wooden houses are many craftsmen working to make matrushkas, lace, ceramics, and other souvenirs.

Day 8 : St Petersburg
Location: Saint Petersburg
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: MS Rublev (2-star)
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

St Petersburg is a city of haunting magnificence; an imperial capital that seems to have been built as a monument to its own passing. The city has witnessed so many dramatic events that one may find it hard to believe that St Petersburg is a mere 300 years old. Founded in 1703 to be the most European city of Russia, it remains Russia’s ‘Window to the West’ - just as Peter the Great envisioned it to be.Whilst here, we’ll visit the extraordinary Hermitage Museum, one of the largest and most respected art museums in the world, containing works by Da Vinci, Rembrandt and Michelangelo. There’ll also be an orientation tour of the famous sites, including Palace Square. The opportunity to visit Peterhof Gardens, built by Peter the Great to impress European royalty, will also be available. Here, over 175 fountains dominate the gardens, including the Great Cascade, in front of the palace that commemorates the Russian victory over the Swedes in 1709.

Day 9 : St Petersburg - Uk
Location: Saint Petersburg
Meals Included: Breakfast

Transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK. Upon arrival your Titan vehicle will be waiting for the journey home.

What's Included

  • 10 nights cruise on MS Rublev

  • International flights. Prices are based on return flights with Lufthansa via Munich or Frankfurt. Supplements may apply from other airports

  • 29 meals: 10 breakfasts (days 2-11) 9 lunches (days 2-10) 10 dinners (days 1-10) 9 excursions and visits

  • City tours of Moscow, Yaroslavl; St Petersburg

  • Visits to the Kremlin and Armoury Museum; Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery; Kizhi Open Air Museum of Architecture; Hermitage Museum

  • Titan onboard cocktail party

  • Walking tours of Uglich (including the Church of St Dmitry on the Blood); and Mandrogi Plus

  • Titan’s VIP door-to-door travel service

  • Titan tour manager

  • Porterage

What's Not Included

Check out our Q&As

  • What is the standard of the hotels on this tour?

    2-3 Star

  • Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

    Yes

  • Are airport transfers included in this tour?

    Yes

  • Do I have to pay a Single Supplement?

    In most cases a single supplement will apply. If the price for a Single room for sole occupancy is not shown, please ask our team for details and we will be able to check the details for you.

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    We've been taking our customers across the world on escorted tours for more than 40 years

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Our commitment to sustainable travel is part of our ethos. We love exploring the world and hope that, alongside our customers, we can be part of a bigger change in respecting the people and wildlife on our planet and minimising the impact we have on our environment.

  • What policies are in place for Covid-19?

    With some COVID-19 rules and restrictions still in place there are a few details that you need to know. This information is subject to change. It’s your responsibility to monitor changes and ensure you fulfil all relevant criteria for travel. Rest assured that we’re on hand to help and answer any questions you might have.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    You’ll receive your Final holiday documents via email approximately 14 days prior to your departure.

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Brian Jones (Google Reviewer)  

Recently returned from the great...

08-Apr-2024

Recently returned from the great Indian rail journey.My wife and I could hardly believe the value for money.From pick ups from Durham to Heathrow and back,to the number of coach and train journeys , quality hotels, great choice of food throughout and our first night in Heathrow Hilton. What really made our trip a success was our guide, Prashant,who managed a party of twenty four very varied, sometimes a little unpredictable travellers with ease.Nothing was too much trouble for him and as a group we gelled and warmed to Prashant as he kept us safe, well informed and a little entertained by his mix of authority and humanity.Where do I begin with the tour itself ? India,a country of extremes.Poverty,wealth,order,chaos.Sometimes bleak,often breathtakingly beautiful.The people,the cities,art, architecture,flaura and fauna.Delhi,Jaipur, Amritsar,Agra, Ranthambore, Chandigarh and the icing on the cake that is Shimla. An absolute masterclass of man versus nature,the railway and buildings are an unbelievable feat,but wait until you see the dual carriageway being built on the mountainside.🤯I could go on for a very long time but I'll just post some photos.Thanks to Titan,thanks to the excellent Prashant and and a massive thanks to the other twenty two travellers who helped shape our holiday of a lifetime.🏁💜

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13-Sep-2023

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Sarah Hoad  

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04-Oct-2022

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Not merely a holiday, rather a memorable experience

29-Dec-2022

I have used other travel operators; this was the 1st time of touring with Titan----Israel, The Holy Land, from being collected from home and returned at the end of the holiday this was an unforgettable experience; the Tour Manager, a PhD Archaeology made the whole tour so interesting, he enlightened us throughout each day from an historical, archeological and Biblical viewpoint, bringing each site we visited come to life, and went over and above his remit escorting us for evening trips around the local area; thanks also to our very patient driver who coped with the very busy traffic; our hotels were good, professional and pleasant staff and really good food; I would recommend Titan to anyone looking for a fascinating tour with excellent efficient service thank you Titan nor just for a holiday for a memorable experience

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05-Dec-2023

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26-May-2023

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31-Oct-2022

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THE GREAT INDIAN RAIL JOURNEY!!!!...

03-Feb-2024

THE GREAT INDIAN RAIL JOURNEY!!!! (Dreadful) Avoid Titan and Saga at all costs. False descriptions of the tour and dreadful administration Returned to the UK last evening with a great sigh of relief after the worst holiday ever. 1. No block booking of airplane seats by Titan. (Husband and I sat apart on the long, overnight flight) 2. Unable to pre-book seats as Titan reference numbers did not coincide with anything. 3. Husband and I not sat together on any of the train journeys! In fact, on one occasion I was sat, alone on a sleeper carriage, a couple of carriages away from the rest of the group who were scattered over two or three carriages. Terrifying as a female to be sat alone in the midst of noisy locals!!!!! (Eventually the guide, Rahi, did come to rescue me and found a seat near the main group) 4. The guide, Rahi, would usually get off the coach and begin walking off without waiting for all the group to disembark the coach. (Spot the guide in the crowd!) 5. The guide, Rahi, refused to use any identifying prop such as a flag, hat, jacket or umbrella. Frightening to be in the manic crowds of Delhi and other crowded places to be unable to see the guide. 6. NO AUDIO HEADSET system on any excursion 7. The guide, Rahi, didn’t face the whole group, but stood sideways on and was unable to be heard by the majority. 8. OUTRAGEOUS behaviour by the guide when he enquired as to the whereabouts of my husband, whom I explained was in bed with an upset stomach and was feeling unwell. Rahi DID A REVERSE AIR PUNCH😳😳. This was in response to an earlier conversation when my husband had complained about our separate seating arrangements. TOTALLY UNPROFESSIONAL 9. When we arrived at Heathrow to find our aircraft seats were not allocated, we were advised to speak to our guide on arrival at Delhi. Rahi merely shrugged his shoulders and said he couldn’t do anything. 10. Tour pace incorrect - gruelling pace and only half a day relaxation due to the guide, Rahi, throwing in visits to shops and factories fie him to earn his commission as I head him tell another!!!!!!! 11. When off loaded the return flight due to illness, we were unable to get in contact with Titan/Saga. Left in Delhi without an hotel or flight!!! Found accommodation but didn’t remove shoes or clothes due to the poor standard. Final summary: Poor, disappointing, inefficient, incompetent, misleading, misrepresentations, are just a few words to describe.

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Luxury VIP door to door...

17-Jul-2023

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