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Fascinating history and
amazing scenery
Rostov-on-Don, at one time a Greek colony, later
a Turkish settlement, and finally the capital of
the Don Cossacks, is your gateway for this
one-of-a-kind cruise to a world of exotic
history, beautiful traditions and breathtaking
scenery. From the ancient capital of the
Tartars, you’ll travel along the Don River, a
vital artery in Russian history since the days
of Peter the Great. Stop in Volgograd, formerly
Stalingrad, and view the site of one of the
greatest battles of WWII. Discover exotic Kazan,
present capital of the Tartar Republic, and stop
in ancient Nizhni Novgorod, the former home of
political exiles.
Russia – off the beaten track
See another side of Russia with its pastoral
landscapes, vast lakes, remote forested islands,
and tiny houses. The Golden Ring Cities—Kostroma,
Uglich and Yaroslavl—provide perfect examples of
life in the country, as well as illustrate grand
Russian architecture, old churches made of white
stone, and gorgeous monasteries. Your final stop
is Moscow, the emotional and cultural heart of
Russia. Explore many of its world-famous
landmarks: the familiar onion-domed St. Basil’s
Cathedral, Red Square, the Kremlin and the
Armory Museum. Land of the Cossacks is the
perfect cruise for those who wish to venture
farther into Russia and its southern borders.
Who will enjoy this cruise: Those
thirsting to understand this incredible world
power from its very beginnings – cities and
towns that were once Turkish, Mongol, and Tartar
encampments and strongholds. Visit Stalin’s
bunker and Lenin’s house, as well as sites of
military battles and testaments to the vast
political changes over the centuries.
Note: Cruising in Russia is a wonderful
experience and while the MS Litvinov is a
friendly, Russian-style ship that offers
comfortable amenities, it doesn’t have all the
same amenities as a Uniworld company-owned ship. |

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14-night cruise in an
outside stateroom on the MS Litvinov
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1 night at a hotel in Moscow
with dinner and breakfast
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Domestic flight from Moscow
to Rostov-on-Don or vice versa
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Hearty Russian cuisine and
international favorites
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12 shore excursions fully
hosted by English-speaking guides
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Captain’s Welcome and
Farewell Dinners
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Enriching onboard
entertainment and insightful lectures
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An experienced native
Russian Cruise Manager
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All transfers
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Pricing Details per person
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DEPT DATE |
CRUISE ONLY |
NYC |
CHI |
LAX |
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Apr 26, 2008 |
$2,699 |
$3,849 |
$4,029 |
$4,099 |
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Sep 18, 2008* |
$2,699 |
$3,849 |
$4,029 |
$4,099 |
*On these dates cruise operates
from Moscow to Rostov-on-Don.
Port Charges: $168 (Rostov-on-Don to Moscow),
$168 (Moscow to Rostov-on-Don)
†Cruise & Air prices include airline fuel
surcharges. Government taxes and fees are
additional and restrictions apply. Availability
of airfares is limited.
To upgrade to higher category, add per person
the following price below:
| Category 4 |
$225 |
Suite |
$2,700 |
| Category 3 |
$450 |
Single |
$1,300* |
| Category 2 |
$650 |
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| Category 1 |
$1,600 |
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* Applies to Sun
Deck single occupancy cabin only |
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DAY 1: Depart Home Gateway City to Moscow
DAY 2: Moscow – transfer to hotel
Arrive at Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport where
you’ll be greeted by a representative
and transferred to your hotel. (D)
DAY 3: Moscow, fly to Rostov-on-Don (embark)
Fly from Moscow to Rostov-on-Don and be
transferred to your ship. (B, D)
DAY 4: Rostov-on-Don, Starocherkassk
Featured Excursion: Rostov city tour and Cossack
Museum in Starocherkassk. An important river
port, Rostov-on-Don was founded by the Russians
in the mid-18th century and was granted official
city rights in 1796. We’ll start our tour with a
panoramic drive through Old Town, where we’ll
see the Cathedral of the Virgin’s Nativity and
the Market Square. During the afternoon, our
ship will cruise to Starocherkassk, capital of
the Don Cossacks, where we will visit the
Cossack Museum and learn about the rich history
of the city and the fabled Cossacks during our
walking tour. (B, L, D)
DAY 5: Cruising the Don River
We spend the day cruising the Don River, one of
the major rivers of Russia. It rises near Tula,
southeast of Moscow, and flows for a distance of
about 1,220 miles to the Sea of Azov. (B, L,
Captain’s Welcome Dinner)
DAY 6: Volgograd
Featured Excursion: Volgograd city tour and
Panorama Museum. Our tour passes by St. John’s
Church before making its way to the central
square of the city. We will visit the Memorial
Tree, Lenin’s Monument, Pavlov’s House, and the
Mamayev Kurgan war memorial. We’ll visit the
Panorama Museum, with its eight exhibition
halls, more than 3,500 exhibits and a unique
portrait gallery of Soviet military leaders and
commanders taking part in the Stalingrad battle.
(B, L, D)
DAY 7: Saratov
Featured Excursion: Saratov city tour. A
combination of a bus tour and walking tour,
you’ll see Saratov’s major sights, including the
17th-century Trinity Cathedral, followed by a
stroll through the historic part of the city,
seeing the stunning renaissance architecture all
around. (B, L, D)
DAY 8: Samara
Featured Excursion: Samara city tour and
Stalin’s bunker. We’ll start our city tour with
a visit to Stalin’s WW II bunker. We’ll then
board buses for an enlightening tour of the
city, taking in Iversky Monument and stopping at
the replica of the Soyuz spacecraft. (B, L, D)
DAY 9: Simbirsk
Featured Excursion: Simbirsk city tour and
Lenin’s home. Vladimir Lenin, key to so much of
Russia’s history, lived here in Simbirsk, and
today you’ll see the house where he grew up.
We’ll then visit downtown Simbirsk and walk
along Novy Venets Boulevard. (B, L, D)
DAY 10: Kazan
Featured Excursion: Kazan city tour including
Kremlin and Mosque. Visit the Tartar settlement
before continuing on to the baroque Peter and
Paul Cathedral. Our next stop is the Kazan
Kremlin, the only surviving Tartar fortress in
Russia. We’ll visit the largest mosque in
Russia, the Qol Sharif Mosque, and Annunciation
Cathedral. We’ll cap off our tour driving by
Kazan University, ending up in the pedestrian
area of Bauman Street. (B, L, D)
DAY 11: Nizhni Novgorod
Featured Excursion: Nizhni city tour and Gorky’s
House. Our tour of the city takes you to the
Kremlin, viewing the Archangel Cathedral,
Annunciation Monastery and the Eternal Flame,
dedicated to Russian victory in World War II.
Next, we’ll visit the home of the writer Maxim
Gorky, the founder of socialist realism. (B, L,
D)
DAY 12: Kostroma
Featured Excursion: Romanov Museum and Chambers.
Our sightseeing tour includes a visit to the
Romanov Chambers with museum and exhibition. (B,
L, D)
DAY 13: Yaroslavl
Featured Excursion: Yaroslavl city tour with
visit to the church of Elijah the Prophet
Visit the exquisite Church of Elijah the
Prophet, a masterpiece of local architecture,
and the ancient 12th-century Transfiguration
Monastery grounds with murals depicting St.
John’s apocalyptic visions. (B, L, D)
DAY 14: Uglich
Featured Excursion: Uglich walking tour. Your
walking tour includes a visit to the historical
Transfiguration Cathedral, with its exhibition
of valuable icons, and the blue-domed Church of
Prince Dmitry-on-the-Blood as well as the 18th-
century Transfiguration Church. (B, L, D)
DAY 15: Moscow
Featured Excursion: Moscow city tour with Red
Square. Irresistible Optional Tour: Visit
Tretyakov Gallery, housing an outstanding art
collection of Russian and international art,
and/or the Moscow Circus. Enjoy an afternoon
tour of Moscow. You’ll see many historical and
famous landmarks from the world-famous Red
Square to the spectacular rainbow-colored St.
Basil’s Cathedral, impressive Tverskaya Street
and more. (B, L, Captain’s Farewell Dinner)
DAY 16: Moscow
Featured Excursion: Kremlin and Armory Museum.
Irresistible Optional Tour: Visit Pushkin Fine
Arts Museum, home to an incredible collection of
Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings.
Visit the 15th-century Kremlin, a self-contained
city with palaces, armories, cathedral and a
medieval fortress. We’ll explore the priceless
collection of imperial treasures of the
Kremlin’s Armory Museum. (B, L, D)
DAY 17: Moscow (disembark), transfer to
Moscow Sheremetyevo Airport
Disembark the ship and transfer to Moscow
Sheremetyevo Airport for your flight home.
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