2021 St Petersburg > Moscow

Russia’s many mysteries revealed

In the words of Winston Churchill, Russia has always been ‘a riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an enigma’.

From the beauty of St. Petersburg to the might and splendour of Moscow, Russia remains one of the most intriguing countries in the world. There’s simply no better way to traverse this land than along Russia’s majestic waterways. The best option by far is a luxury cruise on board the boutique Scenic Tsar with only 112 guests.

Tour Code:: IRRC
Duration:: 15 days
Departure City:: St Petersburg
Return City:: Moscow

Selected Itinerary

15 Day Itinerary

Day 1 - St. Petersburg

Welcome to Russia. If you had a hundred years, you couldn’t exhaust all of the wonder on offer here.

Meals Included: Dinner
Day 2 - St. Petersburg

Freechoice

Explore Catherine’s Block and the fountains in the Lower Garden at Peterhof on a guided tour, or be seduced by the sheer extravagance of Peterhof’s Grand Palace. Alternatively, wander the incomparable Upper and Lower Gardens at Peterhof.

Enjoy lunch in a local St. Petersburg restaurant, followed by a guided tour of this beautiful metropolis.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3 - St. Petersburg

Freechoice

Visit magnificent St. Isaac’s Cathedral, or Kupetz Eliseevs Food Hall where you will be treated to a gourmet tasting of local delicacies such as Caviar and Blini. Alternatively, tour Yusopov Palace and discover its link to Grigori Rasputin.

After lunch in a local restaurant, enjoy a cruise along the city’s canals.

This evening, you’re invited to join Scenic Tsar’s Captain for your official welcome dinner.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4 - St. Petersburg

Visit Catherine’s Palace, famous for its grandiose white and gold façade and elaborate gardens. Afterwards, enjoy a highlight lunch at the old-world wooden Podvorie restaurant. This afternoon, enjoy some free time to explore St. Petersburg or simply relax in style on board Scenic Tsar.

Enrich

Tonight you’ll be treated to a glass of sparkling wine, followed by a private Russian ballet concert at the majestic Palace of Prince Vladimir.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5 - St. Petersburg

A special highlight awaits as you visit the Hermitage, formerly the Winter Palace and home to Russia’s Imperial family. Today, it houses one of the world’s most magnificent art collections.

This evening, join your fellow guests on the Sun Deck as you set sail down the Neva River. Tonight, cross Lake Ladoga, Europe’s largest lake.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6 - Mandrogi

Explore this charming museum village and its distinctive buildings before trying shashlik, a traditional meal similar to shish kebab.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7 - Kizhi Island

Dock at Kizhi Island, an open air museum with a precious collection of wooden churches and chapels. View the Church of the Transfiguration with its 22 timbered onion domes, easily amongst the most magnificent examples of wooden architecture in Russia, if not the world.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8 - Goritsy

Explore the Kirillo-Belozersky monastery, built in 1397 and home to a wonderful collection of Russian Orthodox icons.

Back on board, toast the occasion with a little vodka, the beverage integral to Russian culture for over 600 years.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9 - Yaroslavl

Explore the fascinating and ancient city of Yaroslavl and visit the former Governor’s house that is now a fine arts museum.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10 - Uglich

Explore Uglich, part of the ‘Golden Ring’ of cities surrounding Moscow, on a guided tour.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11 - Moscow

Sail towards Russia’s mightiest city, Moscow. Arriving after lunch, you’ll discover world-renowned sights such as Red Square and the stunningly beautiful St. Basil’s Cathedral.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12 - Moscow

Start your day by seeing the city’s finest sights, before a ride on Moscow’s Metro, which is guaranteed to surprise you. Then, enjoy a delicious lunch in a local restaurant.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13 - Moscow

Enrich

Visit the Memorial Museum of Cosmonautics, where you’ll have the opportunity to meet a real cosmonaut and learn about the history of space exploration, with original exhibits and models relating to space technology, history and art.

After lunch, enjoy free time to explore this bustling city.

Freechoice

Visit the State Tretyakov Gallery, or explore the fascinating Museum of the Great Patriotic War, commonly known as the World War II museum.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14 - Moscow

Your day begins with a visit to the Kremlin, the intriguing seat of the former Soviet Union. Tonight, witness a thrilling Russian folk show complete with traditional costumes and dances.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 15 - Moscow

After breakfast, your cruise comes to an end, as all good things must, but it’s also the start of a lifetime of wonderful memories.
This itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons such as high and low water. As such, the cruise may operate altered from that stated above.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Tour inclusions

Included highlights

Luxury boutique small ship, Scenic Tsar
2 exclusive Scenic Enrich experiences
Your choice of 8 Scenic Freechoice activities
41 meals – 14 breakfasts (B), 13 lunches (L) and 14 dinners (D)
Complimentary beer, wine and soft drink with lunches and dinners on board Scenic Tsar
Cruise Director to guide and assist
Expert Program Directors
Complimentary Wi-Fi
All tipping and gratuities