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Rhein Adventszauber: 5-Nächte Kreuzfahrt an Bord der VIVA MOMENTS

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Waren Sie schon mal in der Basler Altstadt? Probierten einen traditionellen Straßburger Flammkuchen? Unsere gemütliche VIVA MOMENTS bringt Sie an die Ufer dieser und vielen weiteren faszinierenden Städten entlang des majestätischen Rheins. 

Diese Reise wird Ihr Herz im Sturm erobern, denn hier haben Sie die perfekte Kombination aus Kultur, Kulinarik und Natur. 

Bereit für ein aufregendes Abenteuer entlang des wunderschönen Rheins?

Diese unvergessliche Flusskreuzfahrt führt Sie von Basel über Straßburg, Mainz, Rüdesheim, Koblenz, Köln und schliesslich nach Düsseldorf.

Starten Sie Ihre Reise in Basel, einer Stadt voller faszinierender Kontraste aus historischem Charme und zeitgenössischer Kunst. Schlendern Sie durch die engen Gassen der Altstadt und lassen Sie sich von den bezaubernden Fachwerkhäusern in den Bann ziehen. Anschliessend geht es weiter nach Straßburg, wo Sie die pittoreske Atmosphäre dieser zauberhaften Stadt und das berühmte Straßburger Münster in Staunen versetzen werden.

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Der nächste Stopp ist Mainz , eine Stadt mit einer reichen Geschichte und einem pulsierenden kulturellen Leben. Entdecken Sie den imposanten Mainzer Dom und die charmanten Gassen der Altstadt, bevor die Reise Sie nach Rüdesheim entführt. Dort erwarten Sie romantische Weinberge und eine malerische Landschaft, die Sie bei einer Weinprobe geniessen können. Koblenz , die Stadt am Deutschen Eck, beeindruckt mit ihrer majestätischen Festung Ehrenbreitstein und dem Zusammenfluss von Rhein und Mosel. Erkunden Sie die charmante Altstadt und geniessen Sie den atemberaubenden Ausblick auf die umliegenden Hügel.

Weiter geht es nach Köln , wo Sie der imposante Kölner Dom und das quirlige Stadtleben begeistern werden. Tauchen Sie ein in die lebhafte Atmosphäre dieser Metropole und entdecken Sie ihre vielfältigen Facetten. Die Reise endet schliesslich in Düsseldorf , einer Stadt, die für ihren modernen Charme und ihre erstklassige Einkaufsmeile, die Königsallee, bekannt ist.

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Von VIVA’s Bistro zu VIVA’s Stübli

Auf dieser Reise verwandeln wir unser VIVA’s Bistro in das VIVA’s Stübli und zelebrieren die schweizerische Kulinarik in ihrer ganzen Pracht. Dabei nutzen wir die gemütliche Atmosphäre des Bistros und bieten Ihnen die Möglichkeit, in die Welt der köstlichen Schweizer Spezialitäten einzutauchen. 

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  • Vollpension mit Frühstücksbuffet, Mittagessen, Abendessen (mehrgängige Gourmetmenüs, am Platz serviert) und Snacks bei freier Tischwahl und flexiblen Essenszeiten
  • ganztags hochwertige, alkoholische und nicht alkoholische Getränke aus der gesamten Barkarte
  • High Tea: einmalig pro Reise eine Auswahl an süssen und herzhaften Leckereien wie beispielsweise Scones, Sandwiches, Cupcakes, Pralinen, Macarons und diversen Teesorten
  • täglich frisch gefüllte Mini-Bar auf der Kabine
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Der Flussreiseveranstalter VIVA Cruises bereist Europas schönste Flusswelten und bietet mit seiner modernen Flotte ganzjährig Kreuzfahrten auf Rhein, Donau, Main, Mosel, Seine, Rhône und der Ostseeküste an. Das Unternehmen mit Heimathafen und Sitz in Düsseldorf wurde 2018 als hauseigener Veranstalter der renommierten Schweizer Reederei Scylla AG gegründet. An Bord erleben Gäste auf dem Fluss getreu dem Unternehmensmottos „Enjoy the Moment“ einen legeren Lifestyle und unvergessliche Urlaubsmomente auf dem Wasser. Dabei genießen sie das VIVA All-Inclusive Angebot mit einem reichhaltigen Frühstückbuffet und Gourmetmenüs am Mittag und Abend, Trinkgeldern sowie ganztags hochwertigen Getränken der gesamten Barkarte und eine stets gefüllte Minibar in den Kabinen

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Seit viele seiner gefährlichen Untiefen beseitigt wurden, fließt der Rhein fast auf ganzer Länge friedlich vor sich hin. Das beste Mittel gegen Vorweihnachtsstress also: ein paar Tage mitfließen. Er trägt Sie ganz entspannt vorbei an Burgen, Schlössern und Klöstern zu den alten Städten, die sich festlich herausgeputzt haben. Dort können Sie in Ruhe nach Geschenken stöbern und sich mit Bratäpfeln, Punsch und zünftiger Blasmusik in Vorfreude versetzen lassen. Nebenbei gibt es noch passend zur Weihnachtszeit Wunder wie das Straßburger Münster zu bestaunen. Abends an Bord erwarten Sie weihnachtlich interpretierte Köstlichkeiten und damit ganz nebenbei Inspirationen für eigene Festtagsmenüs.

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  • A-ROSA Flusskreuzfahrt in der gebuchten Kabinenkategorie
  • VollpensionPlus an Bord: Umfangreiche Frühstücks-, Mittags- und Dinner-Buffets, zusätzlich Einschiffungssnacks sowie Tee- und Kaffeestunde. Auf vielen Reisen saisonale Ergänzungen wie z.B. ein Mitternachtssnack
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  • Getränke ganztags inklusive: Tee, Kaffee und Kaffeespezialitäten, Softdrinks, Biere sowie Sekt und eine Auswahl an Weinen. Auch außerhalb der Tischzeiten während der Bar-Öffnungszeiten.
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  • 08. Dez. - 13. Dez. 2024 ab € 768,- p.P.
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  • 13. Dez. - 18. Dez. 2024 ab € 848,- p.P.
  • 13. Dez. - 18. Dez. 2024 ab € 768,- p.P.
  • 18. Dez. - 23. Dez. 2024 ab € 848,- p.P.
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Auf den Rhein-Schiffen (A-ROSA AQUA, A-ROSA BRAVA) und auf dem Seine-Schiff (A-ROSA VIVA) gibt es die Kabine Nr. 224, die für Gäste mit eingeschränkter Mobilität geeignet ist. Bei Buchung des Basic-Tarifs kann leider die Zuteilung dieser Kabine nicht garantiert werden.

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MS VIVA One

MS VIVA One cruise ship

Cruise line VIVA Cruises (Scylla Cruises)

MS VIVA One last position

MS VIVA One last location was at Europe Inland (coordinates 49.97691 N / 7.93200 E) cruising en route to STRASBOURG. The AIS position was reported 10 hours ago.

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The 2022-built MS VIVA One cruise ship is owned by the Swiss company Scylla AG (shipowner) and chartered to its German subsidiary company and travel brand VIVA Cruises (fleet) . VIVA One cruises on Rhine River.

The April 2022-inaugurated riverboat VIVA One is the first newbuild ordered specifically for Scylla's new travel brand VIVA Cruises. Also in 2022 (December) was completed the sistership VIVA Two (deployed on Danube River) and inaugurated in March 2023. 

VIVA One's sisterships started operations in March 2023 (VIVA Two/ on Danube) and in September 2024 ( VIVA Enjoy / on Danube).

MS VIVA One cruise ship (VIVA Cruises Scylla)

The vessel (ENI number 7002160) is Switzerland- flagged (MMSI 269057799) and registered in Basel .

Like the sisterships, VIVA One has a total of 76 solar panels (mounted on the sundeck) supporting the electrical system.

Decks and Cabins

MS VIVA One ship has 4 passenger decks and a total of 88 staterooms for 176 passengers.

All passenger cabins are outside and most are sized 16 m2 (170 ft2).

All staterooms are equipped with double beds (convertible to twins/lower single beds), deluxe bedding (linens, pillows, duvets), bedside tables, wall-mounted reading lamps, wardrobe, mirrored vanity table/writing desk with chair, sofa chair (near the window), Nespresso coffee machine, full bathroom (glass-wall shower, WC-toilet, LED mirrored washbasin/on-top sink vanity, RITUALS bath products), hairdryer, smart HDTV (satellite reception, infotainment system), minibar (complimentary), phone (intercom / onboard connections only), electronic safe box (in the closet), individually controlled air-conditioning.

Deck 1 (Emerald) cabins are with 2x non-opening windows (quarter-height) located near the ceiling. All Deck 2 (Ruby) and Deck 3 (Diamond) cabins are French Balcony staterooms (with floor-ceiling sliding glass doors opening to a railing/false balcony). The boat also has 10x Suites (with midship and aft location, also with French balconies) that are larger (sized 23-24 m2 / 245-260 ft2).

One Lift (midship passenger elevator) interconnects all cabin decks, Staircases connect all decks. A Stairlift connects decks 3 and 4 (Sundeck).

WiFi is complimentary and with shipwide coverage. Laundry services cost extra (available for a fee).

Shipboard facilities and amenities

The riverboat VIVA One has all 3 dining options (all complimentary): Riverside Restaurant (fore-located Dining Room), Viva's Bistro (aft-located restaurant and bar lounge)) and Alfresco Bar & Buffet (Sundeck).

Riverside Restaurant is with single-seating capacity, an open-seating arrangement and flexible dining times, while Viva's Bistro requires dinner reservations. The Dining Room's menu includes both local dishes (itinerary-based on visited countries) and international cuisine specialties. Viva's Bistro is an alternative (to Riverside) restaurant serving lunch and dinner (including themed buffets) and operated as a bar lounge during the day. The Bistro has a small terrace (wraparound balcony) with stern views. From Viva's Bistro (via two outdoor staircases) is accessed the Sundeck's pool area (Jacuzzi).

On Diamond Deck is the boat's Lobby area with two entrances (portside and starboard), Reception Desk (24-hour guest services and assistance), Travel Desk (Tour Office for VIVA's Cruise Director, excursions information and booking), Boutique (Gift Shop).

The riverboat's wellness complex is on Emerald Deck (deck 1) and consists of Fitness (Gym Room), Hair Salon (nail salon, hairdresser/barber services), Spa (Massage Room), Sauna Room (infrared), Steam Bath.

On Sun Deck are located the Wheelhouse (Navigation Bridge), 5x retractable Awnings (shaded seating areas with loungers and deckchairs), fore-located Alfresco Lounge (full bar service from the Panorama Lounge below) and aft-located games area (with Putting Green Mini-Golf) and Jacuzzi (spa pool and showers). Near the Wheelhouse are stored electric bikes available for rent (complimentary/limited number).

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The fore-located on Ruby Deck Bar Lounge (Panorama) has floor-ceiling windows, comfortable seating (tables, sofas, armchairs), dance floor, grand piano (for live performances in the afternoons and evenings) and is served by its own Bar. Onboard entertainment includes daily live music performances (by a resident pianist), cooking demonstrations, quiz games, bingo, crew show, themed dance nights, enrichment lectures and media presentations (related to the cruisetour itinerary's destinations, ports, excursions).

From Panorama Lounge is accessed the bow-located Lido Terrace - an outdoor lounge (with limited seating) which is wind-protected (by a wraparound glass wall). Two stairways from the Terrace connect directly to Riverside Restaurant (below on deck 2) and to the Alfresco Lounge (above on deck 4).

All public spaces (wellness, dining, lounge, lobby) are with floor-ceiling windows and unobstructed views.

Itineraries

MS VIVA One cruises on the rivers Rhine and Moselle, as well as on Belgium and Dutch waterways, with itineraries 5-6-8-days in length. The ship's principal homeports are Koblenz and Dusseldorf .

Signature itineraries include:

  • 5-day "Mosel Adventszauber"/Moselle Advent Magic (Koblenz roundtrip) visits Bernkastel-Kues , Trier , Cochem .
  • 5-day "Rhein Lichterzauber"/Magic on the Rhine (Koblenz roundtrip) visits Boppard , Rudesheim , Mainz , Frankfurt .
  • 6-day "Rhine Spirit" (Dusseldorf roundtrip) visits Mannheim , Cologne/Koln , Koblenz, Rudesheim , Mainz , Frankfurt .
  • 6-day "Rhein Hohepunkte"/Rhine Highlights (Karlsruhe roundtrip) visits Cologne/Koln, Koblenz, Rudesheim, Mainz, Frankfurt.
  • 7-day "Enchanting Rhine" (Dusseldorf roundtrip) visits Koblenz, Boppard, Mainz, Speyer, Strasbourg.
  • 7-day "Beautiful Flanders" (Dusseldorf roundtrip) visits Amsterdam , Rotterdam , Ghent , Antwerp , Nijmegen .
  • 8-day "Prachtiges Flandern"/Splendid Flanders (Dusseldorf roundtrip) visits ports in Holland ( Amsterdam , Hoorn , Rotterdam ) and Belgium ( Ghent , Antwerpen ).
  • 8-day "Malerischer Rhein"/Picturesque Rhine (Dusseldorf roundtrip) visits Koblenz, Speyer , Strasbourg , Rudesheim.
  • 8-day "Rhine City Trip" (from Amsterdam to Basel ) visits Utrecht , Dusseldorf, Koblenz, Speyer, Strasbourg.

The 2019-established company VIVA Cruises offers optional shore excursions (not included in the fares) in each of the visited ports. Land tours include sightseeing tours, city walks, cycling tours (complimentary electric bikes), bus travel to nearby tourist destinations. On all guided shore excursions are provided complimentary portable audio headsets.

MS VIVA Two river cruise deals are inclusive of all onboard meals (breakfast buffet, waiter-served lunch and dinner, afternoon coffee with pastries, midnight snacks, 24-hour coffee-tea station), cabin minibar drinks and snacks, ship bar beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic, including premium brands), Welcome Cocktail party, Welcome Dinner, Gala Dinner, onboard entertainment, gratuities, RITUALS brand cosmetics, river locks and port taxes, tour guide and headsets (on all land excursions), wellness (Gym, Sauna, Steam Bath, Sundeck Whirlpool). Cruisetour deals don't include flights, transfers, excursions, insurance, gratuities, beverages, personal expenses.

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The vessel's construction (hull and superstructure, ENI number 07002160) was done at Vahali Shipyard in Zasavica (Sremska Mitrovica, Serbia). The 1923-founded Dutch shipbuilding company (Scheepswerf En Machinefabriek Vahali BV) owns and operates yards in Serbia ( Belgrade , and Zasavica) and in Holland (Gendt). Vahali Shipyard Zasavica was officially opened in 2013.

Following the construction in Serbia, the ships are towed to Holland for final outfitting at Scheepswerf Vahali (Gendt).

VIVA One was officially christened on April 7, 2022, in Dusseldorf (Germany) . The naming ceremony was led by godmother Judith Rakers (1976-born German journalist and TV presenter) and attended by 160+ guests, among whom were Arno Reitsma (Scylla AG's CEO), Andrea Kruse (VIVA Cruises' CEO), and Josef Hinkel (Dusseldorf's Mayor).

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A Volga river cruise is more than a geographical voyage; it’s also a journey through Russia’s rich and captivating history. No other experience takes you so completely to another place and time. The Volga is Europe’s longest and largest river; it meanders through the stories of Ivan the Terrible and his rise to power, the two historic ‘Greats’ Peter and Catherine, and then on into today. It’s a unique opportunity to see modern Russia in the context of its intriguing history, ably assisted by friendly and professional academics and tour guides. A Volga Dream Russian river tour promises to leave you with an unforgettable afterglow of fond memories.

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Moscow and St. Petersburg are Russia’s best-known cities, but the towns of Russia’s historic Golden Ring are delightful too. The luxurious Volga Dream offers a unique opportunity to visit these Russian gems by sailing gently along the Volga River on an unforgettable cruising experience. In small, exclusive groups you’ll enjoy preferential access to some of Russia’s most significant cultural sites.

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Your River Cruise on the luxurious MS Volga Dream takes you from Moscow along Russia’s grand Volga River to the legend that is Volgograd (formerly Stalingrad) and Astrakhan on the Caspian Sea. Along the way, you’ll discover the treasures of Yaroslavl, the oldest city on the Volga, medieval Nizhniy Novgorod and beautiful Kazan, the ancient Tatar capital. We plan our tour carefully to combine the very best of Moscow with a world-class Volga River cruise.

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We love hearing from guests about their time in Russia and one comment often hear is how surprised people are by the Russian capital. We can’t say for certain what people expected but we do know that it’s always far removed from what they imagined! It’s been called a modern metropolis, a cosmopolitan city, an historic gem, an architectural treasure and a cultural powerhouse, among other descriptions. Majestic Moscow has always surprised our guests and left them with lasting and fond memories.

Russia’s famous Golden Ring is an archipelago of historic towns surrounding Moscow. Uglich is one of the oldest and was founded under Igor, the last Varangian prince. It once resisted the Mongol invasion and its ancient walls saw the grisly murder of young Dmitri, son of Ivan the Terrible. The impressive Church of St. Dmitri on the Blood, with its classic onion domes and blood red walls, is a fine example of classic Russian architecture. The tour ends with an enchanting choral concert.

This, the oldest city on the Volga River, and now a UNESCO World Heritage site, boasts a wealth of ancient orthodox treasures. The impressive Transfiguration of the Savior, adorned with murals depicting St. John’s apocalyptic visions can be seen in the Spassky Monastery. The Church of St. Elijah the Prophet is decorated with an awe-inspiring selection of rich frescoes. For a real taste of pre-revolutionary Russia, visitors are entertained by a costumed reception at the Governor’s House.

Close to the shores of White Lake once were the ‘tsar’s fishing grounds’. It lies in a place so serene that ancient monks chose to build no fewer than three holy sites here, including the Ferapontov Monastery. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site, its chapels boast magnificent frescoes by Dionysius, one of Russia’s most renowned icon painters. The Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery was a refuge for many nobles during tumultuous times and later a fortress that successfully repelled invading armies.

The Karelia region is a vast and naturally beautiful wilderness that spreads all the way from St. Petersburg to the Arctic Circle. The glorious island village of Kizhi consists almost entirely of the traditionally styled wooden buildings of ‘Old Russia’. Among them is the famous Transfiguration Church built in 1714. Remarkably, and in testament to the craftsmen of the time, not a single nail was used in its construction! Kizhi is one of the favorite stops on the river cruise to St. Petersburg.

A typical rural hamlet brought to life by warm and welcoming villagers. Volga Dream guests are invited into local homes to enjoy classic Russian fare, tea with jam and ‘pirozhki’ (pies). Enthusiastic hosts share Russian traditions and the appeal of village life while proudly showing off their scrupulously kept homes and kitchen gardens. The tour continues with a brief bus ride to see a unique World War II memorial and then, for a real glimpse of Russian life, a visit to a local primary school.

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This was once a wealthy city thanks to its proximity to rich eastern trading routes. During the Soviet era, the city was closed to outsiders because of its military importance. It’s also where many political prisoners were sent to live out their days in exile. The 16th-century Kremlin ramparts offer spectacular views and the city is known for its elaborately decorated churches. For Volga Dream cruise guests, the highlight of the day is an evening folk concert performed by local children.

Sailing along the Volga river, the riverbank gradually ceases to be dominated by Orthodox churches. Instead, beautiful mosques appear as the river crosses into Tatarstan where the first stop is scenic Kazan, the region’s capital. Inside the white walls of the citadel, the famous Kul Sharif mosque and the old Cathedral of Peter and Paul stand side-by-side symbolizing the two faiths’ long and peaceful coexistence in the region. A concert of traditional Tatar music ends the Volga Dream tour in Kazan.

Passing the Zhigulevskie Mountains offers wonderful views from the sundeck before touring the city. One of the key attractions is the fascinating Space Museum, which offers a revealing glimpse of how the Soviet Union pursued its ambitious journey to the cosmos. The town is also noted for its beautiful esplanade, perfect for a relaxed stroll beside the Volga river. This in turn leads to the Samara State Art Museum. Founded in 1897, it is home to a collection of more than 16,000 works of art.

This city is best known for its close associations with cosmonaut, Yuri Gagarin. The Russian hero who achieved worldwide fame as the first man in space lived and studied here. Saratov used to be home to a large German community, a heritage that can still be seen in the local architecture. The Volga Dream tour visits the Radishchev State Art Museum, the first picture gallery in Russia outside Moscow and St. Petersburg.

Originally called Tsaritsyn, the city was renamed Stalingrad from 1925 to 1961 in honor of the USSR’s leader. During World War II, the city’s residents put up a heroic defense, repelling an advancing Nazi invasion. The battle for Stalingrad has gone down in history as a pivotal moment in the bloody conflict on the eastern front. The most ferocious and deadly fighting took place on Mamayev Hill, where an imposing memorial now stands close to the excellent Battle of Stalingrad Panorama Museum.

Saint Petersburg

If Moscow surprises, then St Petersburg delights. Peter the Great founded the city to showcase Russia’s newfound enlightenment. He wanted to show the modern world a cultured and advanced society. In short, he built the city to impress and in that he succeeded splendidly! The striking buildings were designed by some of the finest architects Europe had to offer and even now, the ‘Venice of the North’ never fails to enchant with its spectacular buildings and impressive canal network. It is a city of true grandeur.

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Commanding any ship is a complex role that calls for a long list of skills. Captains know their vessels inside out as well as well as the routes they sail and when things don’t go to plan, they have to make instant decisions. Above all though, the most important part of the job, underpinning everything they do, is to keep the ship and everyone aboard safe. The Captain’s cocktail party is a great and a wonderful opportunity for passengers and crew to get acquainted as the gets underway.

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There is nothing more typically Russian than a Matryoshka. It embodies the fact that there’s always something deeper to be found in every aspect of Russian life. Learning the traditional designs and techniques used to decorate these iconic dolls offers a pleasant diversion and some cathartic creativity!

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From the Mongol hordes to Soviet times, Russia’s history is, like all of Europe’s, a complex web of political intrigue, war and peace, trade and treaties, as well as heroes and villains. Academics devote whole lifetimes to studying Russia’s long past and one of them presents a series of lectures shedding light on everything from Gorbachev to Chekhov, Khrushchev to Ivan the Terrible and of course, contemporary Russia. Our Professor is on board throughout the river cruise for informal conversation.

Beginner’s Russian

The Russian language can be rather beautiful and poetic and we know that many seasoned travelers enjoy trying their hand at different languages. Our onboard teachers provide an introduction to the riches of Russian, so guests can try out a few useful words and phrases on real Russians during the exciting river tours from Moscow to St. Petersburg or from Moscow to Volgograd!

Russian tea tasting

The drink we tend to associate with Russia is vodka, but tea, in fact, is the much more universal beverage of choice throughout the country. Guests will get acquainted with the Russian tea etiquette, a fundamental component of the country's social culture, and enjoy the traditional tea ceremony while cruising from St. Petersburg to Moscow or taking a Grand Volga river tour.

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All our dining is international but for Russian Dining night, the Chef includes a selection of traditional Russian dishes: Chicken Kiev, Kulebyaka and no Russian table is complete without Borsch. To add to the ‘Taste of Russia’ optional Russian dress, or at least a touch of Russian style, is provided along with enthusiastic help from our staff!

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A plate of pelmeni might not look like much to the untrained eye, but it forms the heart of Russian cuisine and culture. Basically, it's a type of dumpling: small portions of meat and onion wrapped in a thin sheet of unleavened dough and boiled, a little like ravioli. Guests can join a Russian cooking class onboard the MS Volga Dream to learn how to cook this delicious Russian dish.

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Some of the greatest classical music ever written comes from Russia. It’s hard to imagine a more fitting stage for a virtuoso solo recital by our resident concert pianist than the mighty Volga or a better backdrop than the heart of Tchaikovsky and Rachmaninov’s own serene homeland.

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Russian River Cruise – Waterways of the Tsars

Updated December 14, 2017

// By Margherita

Back to Russia! Did you follow our Russian river cruise in August and September? We travelled between Moscow and St Petersburg on the Waterways of the Tsars Viking River Cruise – here’s what we got up to!

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We both share a deep connection with Russia. I was named after the heroine of Master and Margarita , one of the best Russian books of the 20th century. Nick is actually of Russian ancestry – his maternal great-grandparents were from St Petersburg, and spent the best part of 50 years wandering around Europe escaping wars and revolutions, before settling in Australia .

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Russia has been at the top of our travel dreams for several years , but somehow something always came up whenever we made plans to visit. Once we couldn’t get a visa on time. Another time we couldn’t get time off. Winter is too cold, summer is too hot.

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This year, Russia was one of our travel resolutions . Our desire was for the trip to be special – something different from what we’d done so far. We wanted a higher level of comfort, help with visa arrangements, and a trip that would help us understand the country we longed to visit for so many years . The Waterways of the Tsars river cruise with Viking ticked all boxes, so we made arrangements for a departure from Moscow in late August.

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Things to Know Before a Russian River Cruise with Viking

When we announced our friends we would be travelling on a Russian river cruise , some of them were really surprised. A CRUISE? You guys are such hardcore independent travellers! What are you doing ON A CRUISE with all those OLD PEOPLE? True, the average age on a Viking river cruise might be a fair bit higher than 35 – but really, who is to say we wouldn’t enjoy the experience?

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This awesome post by One Modern Couple  really nails the point – a Viking river cruise is an experience that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. In their words ‘River cruises are cultural, experiential, educational and scenic. Enjoy the ride, take in the surroundings, learn about the countries you are visiting – from history to local life, food to language – and experience the destinations in a thoughtful way.’ 

Whether you’re 30, 60 or 90, it doesn’t really matter.

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Secondly,  who’s to say that travelling in a group is not ‘real’ travel? We have always been (and continue to be) lovers of independent travel, but sometimes you just can’t beat the insights given to you by a local guide . Viking River Cruises offer plenty of guided tours included in the cruise price, all led by experienced local guides.

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Meals were always excellent – breakfast and lunch included a combination of buffet and à la carte specialties, while dinner was always à la carte. Every day we were given the choice to sample some Russian specialties, like beef stroganoff, borsch, pelmeni, solyanka and lots of delicious desserts.

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Another great plus of a Russian river cruise with Viking is that during sailing time lots of cultural activities are on offer – things like cooking demonstrations, Russian language lessons and lectures about Russian history and culture, led by the local tour escorts who were with us for the whole duration of the trip. On top of that, every day we received a briefing detailing the following day’s activities, optional excursions and that night’s menu.

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Whenever we passed points of interest on the boat, such as Mother Volga statue or the sunken Kalyazin Cathedral, we were always called out on the loudspeaker to make sure we wouldn’t miss them. There was no pressure to join in any of the activities – we could spend the whole day chilling on the deck or on our veranda, looking at the beautiful colourful churches built on the riverbank, surrounded by nothing but nature.

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Waterways of the Tsars – the Itinerary

The Waterways of the Tsars cruise is 13 days long, starting either in Moscow or in St. Petersburg . Most Russian river cruises had always been described to me as ‘Volga Cruises’ – in fact, our boat cruised along a variety of waterways, including the Moscow Canal, the Volga-Baltic Waterway, the Rybinsk Reservoir, Lake Onega and Ladoga (the two largest lakes in Europe) and the Neva River (the shortest in Europe!)

Here’s a map to give you an idea of the route.

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Days 1-4 Moscow

Three days were barely enough to get an idea of how amazing Moscow is. Our days were packed from morning to night with tours and activities – from visiting Moscow must visits like Red Square, the Kremlin, the Moscow Metro and the Arbat, to quirky locations like the Museum of Cosmonautics , located in one of Moscow’s best districts for Communist architecture (one of our passions!)

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Even though our itinerary was packed full, we managed to spend half a day touring Moscow independently , visiting some of the sights mentioned in The Master and Margarita – Patriarch’s Ponds, both Bulgakov Museums and Sparrow Hill. Let’s just say that we need to get back to Moscow soon to explore more! Meanwhile, here’s our things to do in Moscow for first timers article, detailing our Moscow visit with Viking.

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Day 5 Uglich

After setting sail from Moscow, our first stop was Uglich , a cute town on the Volga River, famous for its pretty churches and for being the location of one of the darkest chapters in Russian history .

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After the death of Ivan the Terrible, his youngest son and heir to the throne Dmitry was exiled to Uglich, where he was murdered at the age of 10. Suspicion fell on the tsar’s chief advisor, but Dmitry’s cause of death (i.e. throat slitting) was ruled to be an accident. This episode started a period of political unsettlement, that ended with the start of the Romanov dynasty.

We spent an afternoon around Uglich , starting with a home visit of a local family where we had the chance to try homemade grain vodka (the best we’ve had in Russia) and a variety of pickled vegetables, tea and cakes. Then, we toured the Kremlin – the word ‘kremlin’ actually means fortified city, and several Russian cities have one. Moscow’s Kremlin just happens to be the best known!

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Day 6 Yaroslavl

The following morning we reached Yaroslavl , a much larger city compared to Uglich. It looked like the perfect Russian city – large enough not to get bored (there was even a cat cafe!) but small enough not to get frustrated with the traffic and crowds found in Moscow or St. Petersburg.

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Our Yaroslavl visit was centred around four points of interest . The centre of Yaroslavl is located on the Strelka, a promontory formed at the confluence of the Volga and Kotorosl rivers. Our first stop was the covered market , where we tasted some local products, and then we headed to the Church of Elijah the Prophet , where we had a guided tour (and played with some cute cats). Afterwards, we visited the Governor’s Mansion , now an art gallery. We were welcomed by some beautiful ladies in period costumes, and treated to a music concert. Our final stop was the Yaroslavl Kremlin , where we admired the façade of the Dormition Cathedral, destroyed by the Bolsheviks and rebuilt and reopened in 2010 in time for Yaroslavl’s millennium celebrations.

yaroslavl governor mansion

Before heading back to the ship, we stopped at the lookout over the Millennium of Yaroslavl Park at the end of the Strelka – the flowerbed right in the centre displays a bear (Yaroslavl’s coat of arms) and the city’s age – 1006 at the time of our visit. Looking good!

yaroslavl millennuim park

Day 7 Kuzino

Kuzino is a small village in in the middle of nowhere – we visited on a chilly and rainy morning, to visit the stunning Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery , the largest in Europe. The Monastery is surrounded by walls and located on the shores of Severskoye Lake, with waters so pure that boat traffic is prohibited.

russia kirillo belozersky monastery

Kirillo-Belozersky was founded at the end of the 14th century, and had its heyday between the 15th and 17th century, when Russia’s tsars and noblemen (including Ivan the Terrible!) paid frequent visits and showered the monks with icons and precious gifts. Luckily the Bolsheviks spared the monastery from destruction, turning it into a museum instead. The day we visited was the feast of the Assumption and the churches were crowded with locals, but we had a lovely guided tour of the museum and time to appreciate its beautiful icons.

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Day 8 Kizhi (Sailing)

Whenever travelling, you always need a plan B. Autumn was well on its way by the time we reached the northernmost section of our cruise, and we were held at a lock for the best part of one night due to thick fog . This meant we had to sail the whole day and miss out on Kizhi , a tiny island on the northern side of Onega Lake, famous for its spectacular wooden churches.

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We were all disappointed when boat staff made the announcement – personally, Kizhi was one of the stops I was looking forward to the most, after reading about it on the Guardian and knowing that the site is very difficult to visit without a river cruise. However, we didn’t mind too much because we were both suffering the consequences of the previous night’s vodka tasting , organised by Frank, the hotel manager who also happened to be a real vodka connoisseur!

viking river vodka night

Viking staff were really amazing at keeping us busy during the sailing day with activities like guided tours to the wheelhouse, the room where the captain and sailors pilot the ship.

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Day 9 Mandrogy

The last stop before reaching St. Petersburg was Mandrogy , a village on the banks of the Svir River, built in 1996 as a replica of a village destroyed during WW2. A Russian businessman had the idea of ‘rebuilding’ Mandrogy to provide a stop to river cruise passengers before reaching St. Petersburg. So, the village is not actually ‘real’ – it’s more of an open air museum. Cute little painted houses were built around a little forest, with people in traditional dress showcasing traditional crafts and selling souvenirs.

russia mandrogy

Those in search of souvenirs loved Mandrogy – the quality of matrioshka dolls, icons and other handicrafts was far higher than anywhere else we had been. We are not into souvenirs, but if there was a place to get something, Mandrogy would be it. The village was pretty, but it felt a bit fake for us – kind of like a tourist amusement park. Which in a way, it is.

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However, we did enjoy Mandrogy for two reasons – the first was the chance to attend matrioshka painting workshop  where we decorated our own matrioshka dolls. That’s the best kind of souvenir in my opinion! The second was the delicious piroshki place where we had some delicious buttery pastries filled with green onion and egg. Just ask Viking staff and they’ll point you the way to the piroshki place!

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Days 10-13 St. Petersburg

After 6 days spent cruising, covering a distance of 1800 kilometers, we made it to Saint Petersburg . We had three gorgeous sunny days, and the city dazzled us with its beauty and artistic wealth – after all, it’s UNESCO-listed ! There’s no way I can convey everything we saw and did in three days in just a couple of paragraphs, so watch this space – a St. Petersburg article is coming soon!

st petersburg hermitage square

There are several St. Petersburg experiences already included by Viking in the tour price – a visit to the Hermitage Museum, a ballet performance, a visit to Catherine Palace in the village of Pushkin and a St. Petersburg city tour, either on foot or by bus. On top of that, we also joined some optional tours – a river cruise, a morning tour to amazing Peterhof Palace and my very own favourite, a Cossack performance!

st petersburg spilled blood church

Things to Know Before Travelling to Russia

  • Make sure you sort out your Russian Visa on time . Viking Cruises helps with an invitation letter that you can use to apply for your own Russian visa at your closest consulate – the process is pretty straightforward, provided you are applying in your own country, and takes approximately 2-3 weeks.
  • You can also ask Viking to sort out your Russian visa for an additional charge . This is especially convenient if you live in the US or if your hometown doesn’t have a Russian consulate.
  • River cruises of Russia only run between April and October, when the waterways are not frozen. The weather can be change dramatically between Moscow and Saint Petersburg , the latter usually being much colder than the former. Make sure you check the weather reports before packing!
  • English isn’t widely spoken around Russia , not even in the main cities. If you’re planning to spend some time travelling independently, learning a bit of Russian is a VERY good idea. The Russian language classes we had on board came in very handy!
  • Russia’s currency is the rouble , which fluctuates quite a bit. Larger cities are full of moneychangers, and some souvenir shops (like those in Mandrogy) also accept euro and USD.

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We would like to thank Viking Cruises for having welcomed us aboard the Waterways of the Tsars cruise.

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2 thoughts on “Russian River Cruise – Waterways of the Tsars”

Truly amazing place & photography! I loved the view of church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, looks awesome. I enjoyed reading. Thanks for sharing your experience.

Thank you for reading! It was a fab trip!

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    All-Inclusive. Auf der „Rhein Adventszauber" Flusskreuzfahrt erwartet Sie ein Erlebnis der ganz besonderen Art. An Bord der MS INSPIRE genießen Sie fünf Tage lang das wunderschöne Flair der historischen Städte am Oberrhein. Start- und Zielhafen der ... mehr lesen. Direkt zur Buchungsanfrage. Veranstalter: VIVA Cruises.

  10. A-ROSA ALEA

    Rhein Adventszauber 2024. Donnerstag, 12. Dezember 2024 - Dienstag, 17. Dezember 2024 mit der A-ROSA ALEA • 5 Tage ab/bis Köln. Seit viele seiner gefährlichen Untiefen beseitigt wurden, fließt der Rhein fast auf ganzer Länge friedlich vor sich hin. Das beste Mittel gegen Vorweihnachtsstress also: ein paar Tage mitfließen.

  11. Rhein Weihnachtsmärkte & Adventskreuzfahrt 2024 & 2025

    lll Rhein Adventskreuzfahrt buchen ️ Flusskreuzfahrt 2024 & 2025 ️ die schönsten Kreuzfahrt Routen ️ alle Schiffe im Überblick . ... · VIVA Cruises · nicko cruises · Lüftner Cruises · 1AVista Reisen · DCS-Touristik ... · Rhein Kreuzfahrt ab / bis Düsseldorf mit VIVA MOMENTS 20. November 2025 - 20. Dezember 2025 (Kreuzfahrtdauer ...

  12. Charming Rhine Cruise from Basel

    Enjoy a perfect blend of culture, history and nature on this fascinating river cruise, which ultimately takes you back to Basel. Always with us: OUR VIVA ALL-INCLUSIVE. Full board with breakfast buffet, lunch, dinner (multi-course gourmet menus, served at your seat) and snacks with free choice of table and flexible meal times

  13. Rhein Adventszauber: 5-Nächte Kreuzfahrt an Bord der VIVA MOMENTS

    Aelplermagronen Über VIVA Cruises. Der Flussreiseveranstalter VIVA Cruises bereist Europas schönste Flusswelten und bietet mit seiner modernen Flotte ganzjährig Kreuzfahrten auf Rhein, Donau, Main, Mosel, Seine, Rhône und der Ostseeküste an. Das Unternehmen mit Heimathafen und Sitz in Düsseldorf wurde 2018 als hauseigener Veranstalter der renommierten Schweizer Reederei Scylla AG gegründet.

  14. A-ROSA SILVA

    Rhein Adventszauber 2024. Mittwoch, 18. Dezember 2024 - Montag, 23. Dezember 2024 mit der A-ROSA SILVA • 5 Tage ab/bis Köln. Seit viele seiner gefährlichen Untiefen beseitigt wurden, fließt der Rhein fast auf ganzer Länge friedlich vor sich hin. Das beste Mittel gegen Vorweihnachtsstress also: ein paar Tage mitfließen.

  15. Flusskreuzfahrt: Adventszauber Rhein

    Erleben Sie den Rhein in der magischen Adventszeit. Karriere Last Minute FAQ WhatsApp Newsletter Unsere Kataloge Reiseexperten Rückrufservice. Persönliche Beratung und Buchung 06128 74081 50 Mo. - So. 8:00 bis 22:00 Uhr; Bezahlung auf Rechnung; Hochseekreuzfahrt Alle Angebote Deutschsprachig ...

  16. MS VIVA MOMENTS

    Buchen Sie eine Flussreise mit der MS VIVA MOMENTS von VIVA Cruises und besuchen Sie Düsseldorf, Köln, Bonn, Koblenz, Mainz, Mannheim, Kehl (Straßburg). Wir erstellen Ihnen gern ein persönliches und unverbindlichen Angebot für Ihre Traumkreuzfahrt. ... Startseite Veranstalter VIVA Cruises MS VIVA MOMENTS Rhein Adventszauber Süd. Rhein ...

  17. Zauberhafte Rheinreise ab Basel

    Erleben Sie eine unvergessliche Flusskreuzfahrt ab Basel, die Sie durch einige der schönsten Städte und Landschaften entlang des Rheins führt. Starten Sie in Basel und geniessen Sie die kulturellen Höhepunkte der Region, darunter die charmante Altstadt von Straßburg und die historischen Sehenswürdigkeiten von Koblenz.

  18. A-ROSA SILVA

    Koblenz / Deutschland. 18.30 Uhr. 21.30 Uhr. 24.06.2024 - Montag. Köln / Deutschland. 05.00 Uhr. Buchen Sie eine Flussreise mit der A-ROSA SILVA von A-ROSA und besuchen Sie Köln, Rüdesheim am Rhein, Germersheim, Straßburg, Koblenz. Wir erstellen Ihnen gern ein persönliches und unverbindlichen Angebot für Ihre Traumkreuzfahrt.

  19. MS VIVA One Itinerary, Current Position, Ship Review

    The 2022-built MS VIVA One cruise ship is owned by the Swiss company Scylla AG (shipowner) and chartered to its German subsidiary company and travel brand VIVA Cruises (fleet).VIVA One cruises on Rhine River. The April 2022-inaugurated riverboat VIVA One is the first newbuild ordered specifically for Scylla's new travel brand VIVA Cruises. Also in 2022 (December) was completed the sistership ...

  20. FAQ

    Services used or booked on board that are not included in the VIVA All-Inclusive (these include: excursions, purchases from the on-board store or massages) will be booked to your on-board account at the end of the trip. ... VIVA Cruises GmbH Heerdter Sandberg 30 40549 Düsseldorf Germany +49 (0) 211 274 032 50 [email protected]. INFORMATION ...

  21. Russian River Cruises aboard the Volga Dream

    Moscow to Astrakhan River Cruise. Your River Cruise on the luxurious MS Volga Dream takes you from Moscow along Russia's grand Volga River to the legend that is Volgograd (formerly Stalingrad) and Astrakhan on the Caspian Sea. Along the way, you'll discover the treasures of Yaroslavl, the oldest city on the Volga, medieval Nizhniy Novgorod ...

  22. THE 10 BEST Moscow Boat Rides & Cruises (Updated 2024)

    Explore the scenic and historic attractions of Moscow from the water with the best boat tours and cruises. Enjoy the views of the Kremlin, the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, and the Sparrow Hills on a relaxing or informative boat ride. Or, spice up your trip with some water sports and activities in Moscow. Find out more on Tripadvisor.

  23. Russian River Cruise

    The Waterways of the Tsars cruise is 13 days long, starting either in Moscow or in St. Petersburg. Most Russian river cruises had always been described to me as 'Volga Cruises' - in fact, our boat cruised along a variety of waterways, including the Moscow Canal, the Volga-Baltic Waterway, the Rybinsk Reservoir, Lake Onega and Ladoga (the ...