Russia's cities are standing on the banks of the ancient waterway that connects the Baltic Sea with the Black Sea. The Volga River is the largest part of this waterway. Smaller parts include Lake Ladoga (Europe's largest lake), the Moscow River, The Don River and the Neva River.
Moscow - St. Petersburg River Cruise is one of the best ways to see Russia
Each summer, from May to October, a fleet of Russian river cruises runs these rivers stopping each day at a new fascinating destination, including Russia's modern centers like Moscow and St Petersburg and its ancient kingdoms like Yaroslavl and Uglich. We offer you a unique chance to get on board of a comfortable cruise ship for an unforgettable journey on Russian rivers that will reveal a fascinating world to you, Russia's modern and past. Unpack only once; enjoy an all-inclusive treatment and a well-balanced cultural and entertainment program. Enjoy guided land tours at each destination with professional guides, succulent Russian cuisine, terrific crew and a great company. All this will cost you half of what you have spent on a similar land tour and not surprisingly, river cruise is one of our most popular ways to see Russia for western travelers. We have plenty of ships, cabins of various comfort level and the best combination of rates and quality on Russian river cruises that you will find.
Russia Cruises are most inclusive river cruises
Sailing this route is still far and away the most popular way to visit both great cities while enjoying the comfort of a cruising holiday. Starting from Moscow, one of the world's largest and most vibrant capital cities, you will travel to St Petersburg, Russia's beautiful capital of culture. Sailing along the River Volga into Lake Onega and on to the Gulf of Finland you will witness over a thousand years of Russian history from the earliest wooden villages to the latest contemporary architecture. All our cruise ships sail this route so you have a wide choice of dates and facilities at your disposal. Cruises range from 11 to 13 days including extensive sightseeing time.