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Cruise Upgrades Tour Notes 2017 Dates & Prices 11 Days – St Petersburg to Moscow (EUTCSM11) 61 Sparrow Hill and Lubyanka Square and see the city's intriguing past play out in its striking imperial and Soviet architecture. Enjoy free time to explore this afternoon. On board this evening, enjoy a Farewell Dinner and toast to new friends with authentic Russian vodka, the nation's famous spirit. BLD Day 11. Disembark Ship, Depart Moscow After breakfast this morning, disembark your ship and be transferred to the airport for your onward flight. B Lake Ladoga White Lake Russia Yaroslavl Uglich St Petersburg Moscow Mandrogi Kizhi Island Goritsy Svir River Moscow Canal Volga River Volga-Baltic Waterway Neva River Volga River Lake Onega 10 ms Surikov Cruise Stay (no. of nights) medieval abbeys in Russia, the Monastery of St Cyril. With eleven churches built within its walls, this impressive monastery was once home to a huge settlement of monks, who were shot or sent to concentration camps after a Bolshevik invasion. Today the monastery remains an important part of Russia's spiritual history, and features an intriguing collection of ancient artefacts. BLD Day 7. Yaroslavl Today, discover what is considered the pearl of the glorious Golden Ring cities, Yaroslavl, on a fascinating guided tour. Founded by Prince Yaroslav the Wise, this is one of Russia's oldest cities and dates back to the age of the Vikings. Explore the World Heritage-listed historic centre, adorned with classical architecture and golden-domed churches, and visit a 12th-century monastery. BLD Day 8. Uglich, Volga River Watch idyllic rural life unfold along the river banks as your ship cruises to the provincial town of Uglich, one of the historic Golden Ring cities that form a ring to the northeast of Moscow. Here, disembark for a fascinating guided tour that allows you to step back in time and embrace olden day Russia. See the former Kremlin of Uglich and visit the colourful Church of St Demetrios on the Blood. Built on the site where Ivan the Terrible's son Demetrios was mysteriously killed in 1591, this monument commemorates the famous Rurikovich family. This afternoon, set sail along the Volga River towards Moscow. At 3,690km, the Volga is the longest river in Europe. BLD Day 9. Moscow Today, you'll cruise into Moscow, Russia's glorious capital. On arrival, explore some of Moscow's famous landmarks and uncover 860 years of rich history on a tour with an expert local guide. Venture within the walls of the Kremlin, a historic fortified complex that was once the royal residence of the Tsars. Here, you'll visit the Armoury Museum, which boasts a staggering collection of beautiful Tsarist artefacts, priceless jewellery and impressive armour. BLD Day 10. Moscow Enjoy a tour discovering some of the world's most iconic monuments and legendary places that have been the backdrop to a turbulent history. Head to Red Square, where you'll admire the ornate beauty of the onion-domed St Basil's Cathedral. Take in the famous GUM Department Store, Treasures of Russia Cruise 1 1. Discover Russia's opulent Peterhof Palace FLY FREE * See page 24 for details travelmarvel.com.au/EUTCSM11 Prices are based on a Cat. E Window Stateroom on the Main Deck. See page 113 for deck plans. To upgrade your stateroom, add per person: Cat. Stateroom Type Twin Share Solo Traveller D Window Stateroom $295 $445 C Window Stateroom $795 $1,195 B Window Stateroom $895 $1,345 A Window Stateroom $995 $1,495 MS Main Deck Suite $1,495 $2,990 US Upper Deck Suite $1,695 $3,390 Prices include transfers, port charges & tipping. Low or high water levels may cause disruption to cruising. Visas are required for entry to Russia. Please see pages 114-115 for full terms & conditions. A range of optional excursions may be offered throughout this cruise where free time is permitted (own expense). (A$) Per Person Twin Share Solo Traveller July 20. $4,995 $7,195 Aug. 29. $4,995 $7,195