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63 Day 13. Moscow On a guided tour today, 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, Sparrow Hill and Lubyanka Square. On board this evening, enjoy a Farewell Dinner and toast to new friends with Russian vodka, the nation's famous spirit. BLD Day 14. Disembark Ship, Depart Moscow After breakfast, disembark your ship and be transferred to the airport for your onward flight. B Lake Ladoga Gulf of Finland White Lake Russia Finland Yaroslavl Uglich St Petersburg Moscow Mandrogi Kizhi Island Goritsy Svir River Moscow Canal Volga River Volga-Baltic Waterway Neva River Volga River Lake Onega Helsinki 10 ms Surikov Rail Cruise Stay (no. of nights) 3 approach the spellbinding sight of Kizhi Island. Here, you'll set out on a guided walking tour through the Open Air Museum of Architecture, a renowned World Heritage-listed site. Marvel at the collection of well-preserved wooden houses, windmills and churches that date back to the 14th-century. The island is dominated by the magnificent three-tiered Transfiguration Church, a 22-domed structure built in 1714 without a single nail. BLD Day 9. White Lake, Volga-Baltic Waterway, Goritsy Today, cruise across the ethereal White Lake and along the Volga- Baltic Waterway that connects the Baltic and Caspian seas. Arrive in Goritsy, a peaceful farming town. Here you'll enjoy a guided tour in which you'll visit one of the largest medieval abbeys in Russia, the Monastery of St Cyril. BLD Day 10. Yaroslavl Today, discover Yaroslavl on a fascinating guided tour. Founded by Prince Yaroslav the Wise in 1010, this is one of Russia's oldest cities, dating back to the Vikings. Explore the World Heritage-listed historic centre, adorned with classical architecture and golden domed churches. You'll also visit a fortified 12th-century monastery flaunting astounding architecture. BLD Day 11. 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. BLD Day 12. 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 Treasures of Russia & Helsinki 1 1. Soak in the atmosphere of Helsinki FLY FREE * See page 24 for details Cruise Upgrades Tour Notes 2017 Dates & Prices 14 Days – Helsinki to Moscow (EUTCSMH14) travelmarvel.com.au/EUTCSMH14 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 17. $6,495 $8,995 Aug. 26. $6,495 $8,995