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Imperial Charms of Russia Itinerary
Day 1 - UK - St Petersburg (Russia)
Fly from the UK to St Petersburg and transfer to your ship, Rossia. (D)
Day 2 - St Petersburg
Join the guided city tour with highlights including the Nevsky Prospect, the monument to Catherine the Great and Saint Isaac's Cathedral before enjoying a Captain's Welcome Reception on board this evening. (B,L,D)
Day 3 - St Petersburg
Explore the Hermitage Museum, one of the oldest and largest museums in the world and home to Russia's royal art collection of more than three million works. (B,L,D)
Day 4 - St Petersburg
Today you are free to explore the sights at leisure. Perhaps visit one of the many churches, museums or palaces including Peterhof Palace, with its landscaped gardens, beautiful fountains and French Gothic interiors. (B, L, D)
Day 5 - Mandrogi
Visit the reconstructed 18th-century village of Mandrogi which brings Russia's past to life. Inside its wooden houses, craftsman fashion matryoshkas, the famous nesting dolls. There will be free time to explore the village's attractions including the Vodka Museum. (B,L,D)
Day 6 - Kizhi
On the small island of Kizhi enjoy a walking tour of the Open Air Museum, a UNESCO World Heritage Site containing the magnificent Church of Transfiguration, constructed out of wood in 1714 without a single nail. (B,L,D)
Day 7 - Goritsy
Enjoy a visit to the Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery, founded in 1397, which houses the Assumption Cathedral and ancient icons which were revered by Ivan the Terrible. (B,L,D)
Day 8 - Yaroslavl
Explore Yaroslavl, founded in the 11th century and considered to be one of Russia's most beautiful cities. Discover the World Heritage-listed historic centre on a walking tour, visit the spectacular Church of Elijah the Prophet with its 17th-century frescoes and wander the grounds of the Savior-Transfiguration Monastery. (B,L,D)
Day 9 - Uglich
Uglich is a Golden Ring city in Old Russia. Join the walking tour and visit the impressive Church of St Dimitry on the Blood. Captain's Farewell Dinner on board tonight. (B,L,D)
Day 10 - Moscow
Enjoy a city tour of Moscow, Russia's capital. See the highlights including Red Square, St Basil's Cathedral and the Lenin Mausoleum. This afternoon your EmeraldPlus activity takes you to the Museum of Cosmonautics to learn about the country's accomplishments within space exploration. (B,L,D)
Day 11 - Moscow
Visit the Kremlin Grounds, the symbol of Moscow and the seat of the Russian government. Tour the State Armoury on your EmeraldPlus activity and see the priceless treasures, from the czars’ coronation robes to the famous Fabergé eggs. (B,L,D)
Day 12 - Moscow - UK
Disembark Rossia after breakfast and transfer to the airport for your return flight to the UK. (B)
For navigational reasons the Captain of the ship reserves the right to modify the cruise itinerary.