Named after the famous author Leo Tolstoy, this unique ship is the most luxurious and comfortable cruise ship ever built for Russian rivers. Constructed in Austria using high quality materials and at a much higher cost than other ships, the Tolstoy was designed for high ranking Kremlin officials and to host foreign dignitaries. Today, she is still one of the top ships in Russia, with luxurious decor, large, well-appointed cabins, elegant public areas and wide circular stairs. The Tolstoy accommodates 160 guests, versus 200 - 300 on other ships of similar size.

Standard cabins are 110 square feet - 20% larger than other ships - with large picture windows that open, ample closet space and a makeup table. Bathrooms feature a separate shower area, which is unique for Russian ships. Deluxe cabins are 220 square feet with 2 picture windows, a sitting area and two twin beds which can be put together. Spacious suites measure 330 square feet and have 3 picture windows, a dayroom with a TV, a refrigerator, and a separate bedroom. For added space. we store your suitcase for you after you unpack.

Enjoy your evenings in the beautiful Kostroma Lounge or have a drink in the Kostroma Bar. Relax in the Pushkin library or listen to a concert or a lecture in Tchaikovsky Hall. The spacious Sun Deck and the smaller Patio Deck are ideal for cocktail receptions. An indoor swimming pool with a sliding sun roof is a unique feature for Russian ships. The charming Katrina Restaurant is lined with panoramic windows. Other amenities include the Neva Bar next to the swimming pool, a sauna, beauty salon and souvenir shop.

Amenities

• Standard cabins are 110 square feet - 20% larger than other ships - with large picture windows that open, ample closet space and a makeup table.

• Deluxe cabins are 220 square feet with 2 picture windows, a sitting area and two twin beds which can be put together.

• Spacious suites measure 330 square feet and have 3 picture windows, a dayroom with a TV, a refrigerator, and a separate bedroom.

• Bathrooms feature a separate shower area, which is unique for Russian ships.

• Enjoy your evenings in the beautiful Kostroma Lounge or have a drink in the Kostroma Bar.

• Relax in the Pushkin library or listen to a concert or a lecture in Tchaikovsky Hall.

• The spacious Sun Deck and the smaller Patio Deck are ideal for cocktail receptions.

• An indoor swimming pool with a sliding sun roof is a unique feature for Russian ships.

• The charming Katrina Restaurant is lined with panoramic windows.

• Other amenities include the Neva Bar next to the swimming pool, a sauna, beauty salon and souvenir shop.