River cruising specialists Beyond Travel have extended the offer of discounts between $700 and $1200 per couple on its boutique first-class cruise tour in Russia along the Volga River, now available to book and deposit by May 30.
The 11-day “Volga Dream” itinerary offers first-class service and facilities at great value prices all year round, now starting from just $3415 per person twin share for departures in July, August and September 2015.
It includes a six night cruise aboard the Volga Dream, an elegant and intimate ship with only 56 staterooms and over eight different categories. It has all the facilities of the larger ships such as panoramic lounge bar with live music, sundeck with unobstructed views, wireless internet throughout, fitness centre, sauna and massage room, hair salon, gift shop and much more.
Begin with two nights in St Petersburg, staying at a five star centrally located hotel in town and visit all the highlights of the city with your small group of 15-25 fellow travellers and your English–speaking guide. Board your vessel and enjoy port visits to Mandrogi, Kizhi, Yaroslaval,Uglich before reaching your final destination of Moscow.
Spend two nights in central Moscow and visit the Tretyakov Gallery to view it’s collection of Russian art, ranging from 12th-century icons to 20th-century paintings, the Kremlin for a visit to the Armoury Museum, with its collection of Czarist thrones, ceremonial crowns, coaches and gifts of state and the frescoed 15th century Assumption and Archangel Cathedrals.
Some extra special experiences include a reception at the Governor’s House in Yaroslavl, lunch in a traditional Russian log house, Russian tea ceremony and cooking class, vodka appreciation demonstrations, on-deck barbecue, Russian language lessons and Russian fine arts and history lectures
The package is available in Silver, Gold or Platinum also includes four nights’ accommodation and daily breakfast in five star centrally located hotels, all meals on board the Volga Dream– including complimentary wine with lunch and dinner, all sight-seeing, cultural programs, an English-speaking guide and port taxes.
For more details contact Beyond Travel on 1300-363-554 or visit www.beyondtravel.com.au
SOURCE Beyond Travel