Viking Cruises

12 V I K I N G C R U I S E S A privileged access tour of the State Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg — the second-largest art museum in the world. Drinks and canapés on the rooftop of the luxurious St. Regis hotel in Moscow with spectacular views over Red Square. An up-close look at some of Russia's most renowned cultural treasures, the Fabergé eggs. A meet-and-greet with a retired Soviet cosmonaut. Tickets to an exclusive Russian ballet performance. Sound like your kind of travel adventure? Well, you're in luck. You can experience all of this and so much more on board our 13-day Traveller Tours Waterways of the Tsars river cruise. Led by Deborah Snow, a Walkley Award-winning investigative reporter and author, and former Russia correspondent for the ABC, this once-in-a-lifetime journey will provide unprecedented insight into Russia's rich history and fascinating culture. Departing on September 3, over the course of this voyage, Deborah and three other Russia-based experts will guide you through the highlights of Kizhi Island, Mandrogy, Kuzino, Yaroslavl, Uglich and, of course, Saint Petersburg and Moscow. You will have the opportunity to enjoy tea in the home of a local family, visit a traditional Russian bath house or 'banya' and marvel at some of the nation's most famous monuments, including St. Basil's Cathedral and the Kremlin. Viking began sailing the storied waterways of Russia more than 20 years ago, so there is no cruise line more qualified to introduce you to this magnificent part of the world. Our state-of-the-art river ships take you right into the heart of each destination and feature chic, spacious staterooms and suites, hotel-style amenities and inviting dining spaces. Places on board this unique Traveller Tours river cruise are selling out fast — book now to avoid disappointment. A Once-In-A-Lifetime Journey Through Russia Cathedral of Christ the Saviour

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