In Moscow see St Basil’s Cathedral in Red Square, the Kremlin, GUM Department Store, and the ornate Metro system. In St Petersburg enjoy the Hermitage Museum in the Winter Palace, Peterhof Palace with its Grand Cascade, and Catherine’s Summer Palace at Pushkin.
See the architecture of old Russia and the magnificent treasure troves of art in the famous Golden Ring cities. Visit mysterious Kizhi Island, the city of Uglich, and ancient Yaroslavl. Experience the countryside that has inspired generations of poets, painters and composers.
Treasures of Russia combines a 6-night cruise on small ship Volga Dream with 3-night hotel stays in central Moscow and St Petersburg meaning the hotel is located just minutes away from the main sights. Waterways of the Tsars and Imperial Waterways of Russia spend the full length of itinerary onboard the ship, both mooring for 3 nights in Moscow and St Petersburg. All three cruises include guided shore excursions with English-speaking guides.