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On this 16-day journey through the heart of Russia, you'll enjoy 14 nights aboard the M/S Rossia or M/S Tikhi Don, Grand Circle's newly refurbished, privately owned river ships. You’ll unpack just once and settle in for an unforgettable exploration of the great Volga River, enjoying all breakfasts and dinners onboard as you go. Cruise from Moscow, Russia’s bustling capital, to St. Petersburg, glittering historical gem, discovering the rich culture and warm hospitality of this fascinating part of the world as you go. You can choose to extend your tour by taking advantage of our optional Pre-Trip Extension in Kiev, Ukraine, one of the oldest and most historic cities in the world. Or join us on our optional Post-Trip Extension to Estonia's walled port of Tallinn, a UNESCO World Heritage Site enjoying a Baltic renaissance, then experience the pristine streets and innovative architecture of Helsinki, Finland.
Summary Itinerary
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Day
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1
Fly U.S./Moscow, Russia
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2-6
Moscow
: M/S Rossia or M/S Tikhi Don
Meals: 4B, 3L, 5D
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7
Uglich
: M/S Rossia or M/S Tikhi Don
Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
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8
Goritsy
: M/S Rossia or M/S Tikhi Don
Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
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9
Kizhi Island
: M/S Rossia or M/S Tikhi Don
Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
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10
Petrozavodsk
: M/S Rossia or M/S Tikhi Don
Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
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11
Svir Stroi
: M/S Rossia or M/S Tikhi Don
Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D
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12-15
St. Petersburg
: M/S Rossia or M/S Tikhi Don
Meals: 4B, 4L, 4D
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16
Disembark AM/Fly St. Petersburg/U.S.
Meals: 1B
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What's Included?
- Roundtrip transatlantic air transportation
- Airport welcome by a GCT representative at your destination
- Accommodations
- 40 meals
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