Waterways of the Czars -

Day	Destination
1	St. Petersburg
2	St. Petersburg
3	St. Petersburg
4	St. Petersburg
5	Scenic Waterways & Mandrogy
6	Kizhi
7	Volga-Baltic Waterway & Goritzy
8	Yaroslavl
9	Uglich
10	Moscow Canal & Moscow
11	Moscow
12	Moscow
13	Moscow
Number of Nights: 12

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Waterways of the Czars
St. Petersburg to Moscow

Thinking of Russia, two great cities immediately come to mind: Moscow and St. Petersburg. This monumental 13-day itinerary includes multiple days in both cities, touring such landmarks as Moscow's Kremlin and Red Square as well as Catherine's Palace in Pushkin and the Hermitage in St. Petersburg. But, there is another side of Russia—quaint riverside towns like Yaroslavl, Uglich and Goritzy that only a river cruise can provide. See opulent palaces, discover fortified monasteries and visit beautiful cathedrals. It is an unforgettable way to experience the history and culture of this unique and mysterious country.

More days means more to discover—with packages you can add before or after your Viking journey. Wherever your journey takes you, we offer exciting ways to see even more of the region.

Viking Kirov

Overview
We take you on an unforgettable journey to discover the treasures of Russia. We own and operate our ships according to the highest standards of Swiss hotel management; this ship has recently undergone an extensive renovation and is one of the two best ships on the waterways of Russia.

103 total cabins, 74 standard cabins, 20 deluxe cabins, 2 suites, 7 single cabins. All spacious outside cabins, featuring bathroom, shower and air conditioning.

Reception/Lobby
The middle deck lobby area is a great place to get information during your journey. Your Program Director's desk is located here, so that you can easily ask questions or discuss the day's activities. There is a 24-hour tea and coffee station with a fruit basket and convenient restrooms.

Sun Deck
Enjoy sunshine and fresh air while you take in 360-degree views of the scenery as you sail past the cities, towns and forests of Russia. Stand at the railings or relax in a comfortable deck chair. Some of the seating has a canopy for those who prefer shade. The sun deck is adjacent to the Sky Bar and there is an access way to the bridge.

Restaurant
The restaurant is where all meals are served during your cruise. Because it features panoramic windows, you will not miss any of the scenery while you are dining. It seats all guests at 29 tables which vary in size, accommodating 6, 8 or 10 guests per table. The dining room is open seating, so you are free to sit where you like—a great way to make new friends. The atmosphere is casual but elegant, with high-quality table linens, china, cutlery and glassware.

Sky Bar
This enclosed bar on the sun deck level provides seating at small tables designed to accommodate 2, 4 or 6 guests. A fantastic location for relaxing with friends while enjoying the scenery through panoramic windows.

Panorama Bar
This enclosed bar at the forward end of the upper deck level seats 50 passengers and is an excellent spot for watching the scenery, especially during arrival at one of your exciting destinations.

Library
Located in the heart of the main deck, the library has comfortable seating and excellent reading light. Our ships' libraries carry approximately 80 books, in various languages but mostly English, and several games such as chess, backgammon and playing cards.

Promenade Decks
The ship features three walk-around, open air promenade decks. You can watch the scenery from every possible vantage point or enjoy a romantic stroll around the ship any time of the day or evening.

Onboard Boutique
Forget to bring something? Looking for a magazine or some gift items? The onboard boutique on the main deck has everything you need to make your voyage comfortable and convenient.

Deck Plans

Upper Deck

Middle Deck

Main Deck

Viking River Cruises

Viking River Cruises offers passengers the ultimate in river cruising. All itineraries are designed to provide travelers with comprehensive sightseeing opportunities and feature:

Attentive personal service including an experienced Cruise Manager

Fine gourmet dining and regional specialties

Old World Highlights enrichment program: folkloric entertainment, lectures and demonstrations

Daily sightseeing tours led by knowledgeable, English-speaking guides

Accommodations in an outside, river view cabin with private bathroom and shower

Hotel-style beds and large picture windows that open in many cabins

Intimate, deluxe ships averaging 150 passengers

Beautifully appointed public areas with single-seating restaurants, bar, and lounge

Modern nautical equipment meeting the highest safety standards

With 22 ships, Viking River Cruises continues to expand by building innovative vessels that provide the comfort of a fine hotel under attentive Swiss management. We showcase Europe, Russia and China's numerous rivers: Rhine, Main, Moselle, Danube, Elbe, Seine, Rhône, Saône, Svir, Volga and Yangtze. River cruises are an ideal way to explore all that Europe, Russia and China offer, with visits to quaint villages, historic museums and monuments, and the enchantment of the Old World and Far East.

All-Inclusive Vacations and Highest Quality Accommodations