Russian Rhapsody

Volgograd to Moscow

(Or in Reverse Direction)

River/Canal Cruising | 15 Nights

St. Petersburg to Moscow

Top▲Highlights

With three days each in St. Petersburg and Moscow, there is ample opportunity to explore landmarks including the Hermitage, Pushkin, Red Square and the Kremlin. In between, enjoy a fascinating trip along the Lower Volga to culture-rich cities including Volgograd, Saratov, Samara and Kazan. Guests are also introduced to the quaint riverside villages of Russia’s Golden Ring, places only accessible by river cruise. This 16-day voyage is perfect for travelers who have time for a more in-depth Russia experience.

Top▲Itinerary

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Top▲Dates & Prices

Seasonality

August to August

Note: To partially compensate for the increase in fuel cost, there will be an additional $120 applied to the above prices, based on length of cruise. Prices are in U.S. dollars, per person, double occupancy and include port charges. Limited singles are available, call for pricing. Early Booking Discount is not combinable with any other offer except Past Guest Discount and Refer-A-Friend Credit. Subject to availability and other restrictions may apply. See Terms and Conditions. Viking River Cruises reserves the right to correct or revise pricing or dates throughout the season.

Itineraries are subject to change and may need to be altered or cancelled specifically because of water levels or wind factors. Prices, shown in this brochure are subject to change with or without notice. Adjustments for currency and/or fuel fluctuations may apply. Airfares are subject to change if bookings are not paid in full.

Price Guarantee : - Once you have paid in full for your trip, you are safe from any additional charges. Airfare increases, currency fluctuations, increased fuel surcharges, new government taxes—none of these will apply to you.

This example may be available on other dates or with different itineraries. We will gladly research other options for you! Special savings may be available for groups of 6 or more. Prices shown are per person, based on double occupancy, for standard and/or inside stateroom unless stated otherwise, are capacity controlled and are subject to availability. Fare is shown in US dollars unless otherwise stated. Government Fees and Taxes are additional. Refer to appropriate supplier brochure for terms and conditions. Pricing for Singles, 3rd, 4th or 5th guests if available, will be provided upon request and is subject to stateroom category availability. Unless specified, airfare is not included. Full details of airfare offers will be provided upon request and may vary by departure location. Prices vary by date of travel, were available when written, but are subject to restrictions and availability when booked, and may be withdrawn at any time. Offer not combinable with other promotions or discount offers. FST #ST37451 / CST #2092247-50 / WST #602-708-936

Top▲What's Included

Your fare covers meals, shore excursions, lectures and cultural performances; it also covers hotel accommodations during city portions of “cruisetour” itineraries. And when you purchase air travel through Viking, we transfer you to and from the airport, ship and hotels at no additional charge.

• Daily Shore Excursions: 13 included guided tours
• All Meals: 15 breakfasts, 14 lunches & 15 dinners
• Port Charges: Included on all Itineraries

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  Day 2 - Winter Palace, Hermitage Museum and City Tour (St. Petersburg)

  Travel to the Winter Palace and visit the Hermitage Museum. A city tour features Nevsky Prospekt, St. Isaac’s Cathedral and the Peter & Paul Fortress and Cathedral. Tonight, enjoy a performance of traditional Russian ballet or opera.

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  Day 3 - Pushkin and Catherine's Palace (St. Petersburg)

  This morning, visit Pushkin and tour the many halls of Catherine’s Palace.

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  Day 5 - Volgograd City Tour and Mamayev Kurgan (Volgograd)

  A half-day city tour features Fallen Heroes’ Square, Lenin Square and the historic Panorama Museum. Then, travel to Mamayev Kurgan to see the statue of Mother Russia and Eternal Flame.

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  Day 6 - Trinity Cathedral and Pedestrian Mall (Saratov)

  See Trinity Cathedral and take a stroll down the city’s main pedestrian mall, lined with shops and cafés, to the covered market.

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  Day 7 - Joseph Stalin’s World War II Bunker and Samara Art Museum (Samara)

  Tour Joseph Stalin’s World War II bunker, one of the best-kept secrets of Soviet Russia. Visit the small but interesting Samara Art Museum, which houses many 19th- and 20th-century works in a delightful Art Nouveau building, and see where Vladimir Lenin practiced law.

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  Day 8 - Ulyanovsk City Tour (Ulyanovsk)

  Disembark for a city tour of Vladimir Lenin’s birthplace and home. See the Lenin House and Lenin Memorial Complex, housing more than 5,000 items.

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  Day 9 - Guided Visit Inside the “White Kremlin of Kazan" (Kazan)

  Today features a guided visit inside the “White Kremlin of Kazan.” This UNESCO World Heritage Site features the Annunciation Cathedral, Söyembikä Tower, New Mosque and twin-towered Peter & Paul Cathedral.

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  Day 10 - Explore Nizhni Novgorod (Nizhny Novgorod)

  This morning, visit Nizhni Novgorod, the fourth largest city in Russia, formerly known as Gorky. See its beautiful churches, lively boulevards and majestic, high-walled kremlin set on a hillside above the city.

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  Day 11 - Tour Kostroma and the Ipatievsky Monastery (Kostroma)

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  Day 11 - Church of the Epiphany and Church of St. Elijah the Prophet (Yaroslavl)

  Ride to the Church of the Epiphany and Church of St. Elijah the Prophet, where you enjoy a choir performance. Spend time in the marketplace.

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  Day 12 - Former Kremlin of Uglich and Church of St. Dmitry on the Blood (Uglich)

  Here, see the former Kremlin of Uglich and visit the Church of St. Dmitry on the Blood, with free time to explore.

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  Day 13 - Bolshoi Theater and St. Basil's Cathedral (Moscow)

  Ride on the city’s famed Metro and see the Bolshoi Theater and St. Basil’s Cathedral with its colorful onion domes.

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  Day 14 - Visit the Kremlin and Armory (Moscow)

  Visit the Kremlin, a fortified enclosure of red brick walls, tall towers, many cathedrals and palaces, and the Armory.

Top▲What's NOT Included

• Optional shore excursions/tours/concerts
• Excess baggage charges
• Drinks, beverages and meals not included in the package are additional costs to the passenger.

Top▲Optional Add-ons

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  Shore Excursion or Activity: Canal cruise through St. Petersburg

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  Price: To be determined.

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  Shore Excursion or Activity: Tour to the Tretyakov Gallery, National Treasury of Russian art.

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  Price: To be determined.

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  Shore Excursion or Activity: Tour to the Golden Ring city of Sergiev Posad

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  Price: To be determined.

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  Local Tour: 3 night pre-extension in Helsinki

  $999 (US Dollar)

  $999 per person

  Visit another country by adding three nights in Helsinki, Finland. You will be centrally located in this “White City of the North,” and see the city’s highlights: Senate Square, the Government Palace and the landmark Cathedral. Take free time to visit Helsinki’s noted museums.

  Day 1 - Transfer to the 4-star Radisson SAS Plaza (or similar) in the heart of Helsinki, close to the city center, shopping, museums and other attractions. Take the afternoon to explore on your own; the beautiful Old Town area is easily accessible on foot.

  Day 2 - Today, every member of your party will receive a prepaid Helsinki Card, and the services of a Viking concierge to help you plan your visit. Cardholders get two days of unlimited public transport by bus, tram, local train, ferry and the world’s northernmost subway system; a guidebook with map, and admission to most of the city’s attractions.

  Also included is a comprehensive Audio City Tour, which takes participants to Senate Square; Uspensky Cathedral, the largest Eastern Orthodox cathedral in Western Europe; the Parliament Building; and Olympic Stadium. You will visit Sibelius Monument, an abstract piece dedicated to composer Johan “Jean” Sibelius (1865-1957) and designed to express the essence of his music. Depending upon timing, you may also go inside Temppeliaukio, a stunning ultramodern domed Lutheran church built into solid rock.

  Entry to Helsinki’s many interesting museums, such as the National Museum, City Museum and Finnish National Gallery—comprising the Ateneum for classical Finnish art, the Sinebrychoff for classical European art, and the graceful but controversial Kiasma for modern art—is also covered. (B)

  Day 3 - You have a full day to further explore this “White City of the North.” Consider taking the ferry to Suomenlinna (“Castle of Finland”), once a fortress called Sveaborg, then a penal colony, but now a thriving artists’ enclave and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You can also ferry over to Korkeasaari Zoo. Tonight, enjoy some local cuisine—try reindeer or elk, Arctic char (fish) or Russian dishes, and make sure to sample some delicious cloudberry liqueur or jam. (B)

  Day 4 - Travel through the rolling landscape of the western Karelia to St. Petersburg to board your ship, or if this is after your cruise we will take you to the airport for your return flight. (B)

  3 night post-extension in Helsinki available on reverse itinerary.

Top▲Onboard Activities

Guest Lectures	Our new Culture Curriculum lectures focus on the history of the regions through which we sail
Other	A series of onboard multimedia talks to shed light on the history and culture of the places visited

Top▲Vessel Information

Viking Pakhomov

Motor Ship (Riverboat) | 212 Passengers | Operated by Viking River Cruises,

Viking Pakhomov travels the waterways between Moscow and St. Petersburg, exploring part of the vast network of rivers, lakes and inland seas that was Russia’s first natural highway. While cruising the Volga, Svir and Neva rivers you will be charmed by the country’s overwhelming beauty. Ancient Russia comes to life in the famous Golden Ring cities of Yaroslavl and Uglich, with their historic kremlins and monasteries. Viking Pakhomov, built to European standards in 2001 and partly refurbished in 2003, features two restaurants and two bars, three walk-around open air promenade decks, a sun deck, a sauna, a hairdresser, a doctor, and 110 comfortable outside staterooms each equipped with air conditioning.

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