MOSCOW - ST. PETERSBURG 2008
Day	Port	Arr	Dep	Tour
1	USA			Overnight flight to Europe/Russia
2	Moscow			Arrival Transfers
3	Moscow			(am) City Tour + Metro (pm) Tretyakov Museum
4	Moscow		1730	(am) Kremlin + Armory
5	Uglich	1630	1900	City Tour; Transfiguration Cathedral + Dimitry Blood
6	Kostroma	1200	2200	City Tour; Ipatiev Monastery + Wooden architecture
7	Yaroslavl	0800	1300	City Tour; Transfiguration Monastery + Prophet Elijah
8	Goritzy	1300	1600	Icons + St. Cyril
9	Kizhi	1730	2000	Museum wooden architeture
10	Mandrogui	1100	1230	Free time
11	St Petersburg	0800		Full day: City Tour + Hermitage
12	St Petersburg			(am) Peterhof
13	St Petersburg			(am) opt Pushkin (eve.) Ballet
14	St.Petersburg			Disembark

Nautical schedules are subject to water levels, cruising conditions & subject to change without notice

Please note: The exact order and days of sightseeing and the optional tours offered in St.Petersburg and Moscow will vary for each departure.

Day 1, DEPART USA.
Board your overnight flight to Moscow.

Day 2, ARRIVE IN MOSCOW, RUSSIA.
Arrive in Moscow and embarkthe ship. Relax in your stateroom or explore the city before meeting your fellow travelers at the Welcome Cocktail Reception. (D)

Day 3, MOSCOW
After breakfast, visit Russia's beautiful capital city, founded in 1147, which includes the Red Square, the St. Basil cathedral, the Lenin Hills, the Tverskaya, the Lubyanka Square (KGB building) and Arbat Street. After lunch take a ride on the Moscow metro, and then take a motorcoach to visit the Tretyakov Art Museum. (B,L,D)


Day 4, MOSCOW.
Your tour within the walls of the Kremlin will introduce you to the former royal residence of the Czar and main-centre of the Russian Orthodox faith. You will visit the Armory Museum, Russia's oldest museum, which houses the former royal collection, a wide collection of treasures, including jewels, crowns, armor and the world famous Fabergé Eggs and royal carriages. The afternoon is free to explore further. (B,L,D)

Day 5, UGLICH.
On the banks of the Volga, Uglich was founded by merchants, in 1148. Rich in history you can admire some of Russia's most beautiful churches and cathedrals during your city tour. This will include the Transfiguration Cathedral and the magnificent Church of Dimitry on the blood, with its tragic story of dedication to Ivan the Terrible's son. (B,L,D)

Day 6, KOSTROMA.
Located on the left banks of the Volga River, this Golden Ring city is as old as Moscow. Its picturesque suburbs have long been a source of inspiration for many Russian artists. It was here that the last Imperial dynasty, the Romanovs, came to power. Your tour includes the Ipatiev Monastery, the Museum of Wooden Architecture and much of the 18th -century buildings beloved of Catherine the Great. (B,L,D)

Day 7, YAROSLAVL.
Founded in 1010 by Prince Yaroslav the Wise, it is one of Russia's oldest cities, tracing its roots back to the Vikings. The city stretches for miles along the confluence of Volga and Kotorosl Rivers. Explore the cities history through its architecture, including the fortified 12th-century Transfiguration Monastery and the Church of Elijah the Prophet, home to many beautiful icons. (B,L,D)

Day 8, GORITSY.
Goritsy is a peaceful farming town and a typical Russian village. The tour will include the Monastery of St. Cyril on the White lake and the Museum of Icons. (B,L,D)

Day 9, KIZHI ISLAND.
Kizhi is situated at the north end of Lake Onega and home to some of the most amazing wooden architecture in Russia. Forever linked to Novgorod the Great, the style of architecture reflects its early introduction to Christianity. In 1764 locals built the Church of Intercession, its towering walls and 22 domes without the use of a single nail. The walking tour will include the Museum of Wooden Architecture. (B,L,D)

Day 10, MANDROGUI.
Mandrogui is a recreated Russian village, built to relive the traditions and crafts of Russia's bygone age. Enjoy some free time strolling around this quaint village and maybe tour the museum of it's locally produced Vodka and even sample some yourself. (B,L,D)

Day 11, ST. PETERSBURG.
One of Russia's former capitals, this city rivals Paris or Venice for its romantic image. Dating from the beginning of the 18th century it was built on the express orders and construction direction of Peter the Great. The city is home to many museums, galleries, palaces, impressive squares and streets. Your sightseeing tour of this beautiful city will show you Nevsky Prospect, Palace Square, St. Isaacs Cathedral and the battle-cruiser Aurora. Later, tour the Hermitage museum, the former Palace of the Czars, which houses the royal art collection of over 3 million works of art; it is one of the biggest and most impressive art museums in the world. (B,L,D)

Day 12, ST. PETERSBURG.
Today, tour St. Petersburg's most famous and spectacular Imperial Estate - Peterhof. Nestled on the shore of the Gulf of Finland, the palace was built by Peter the Great initially as a resting place en route to the Imperial naval base. But the Czar was quick to recognize the attractiveness of the area and masterminded a vast estate intended to rival the famous gardens of Versailles. In your free time absorb the atmosphere of its vibrant cultural life. Tonight explore some more on your own, or come along for an optional folklore show. (B,L,D)

Day 13, ST. PETERSBURG.
This morning, stroll along one of the many picturesque canals or join the optional excursion tour to Pushkin and the Palace of Catherine the Great. This evening your our guest at an exclusive Ballet performance at the Hermitage Theatre, the former private theatre of the Czars. (B,L,D)

Day 14, ST. PETERSBURG.
Transfer to the airport for your homebound flight. (B)