Waterways of the Tsars

12 nights from £3,295pp departing Tuesday 26th Sep 2023

Itinerary

Map

					Arrive	Depart
	26th26	SepSep	202323	Saint Petersburg (ex Leningrad), Russia, embark on the Viking Akun
Commissioned by Tsar Peter the Great (1672–1725) as "a window looking into Europe," St. Petersburg is a planned city whose elegance is reminiscent of Europe's most alluring capitals. Little wonder it's the darling of fashion photographers and travel essayists today: built on more than a hundred islands in the Neva Delta linked by canals and arched bridges, it was called the "Venice of the North" by Goethe, and its stately embankments are reminiscent of those in Paris. A city of golden spires and gilded domes, of pastel palaces and candlelit cathedrals, this city conceived by a visionary emperor is filled with pleasures and tantalizing treasures. With its strict geometric lines and perfectly planned architecture, so unlike the Russian cities that came before it, St. Petersburg is almost too European to be Russian. And yet it's too Russian to be European. The city is a powerful combination of both East and West, springing from the will and passion of its founder to guide a resistant Russia into the greater fold of Europe, and consequently into the mainstream of history. That he accomplished, and more. With a population of nearly 5 million, St. Petersburg is the fourth largest city in Europe after Paris, Moscow, and London. Without as many of the fashionably modern buildings that a business center like Moscow acquires, the city has managed to preserve much more of its history. Here, you can imagine yourself back in the time of the tsars and Dostoyevsky. Although it's a close race, it's safe to say that most visitors prefer St. Petersburg's culture, history, and beauty to Moscow's glamour and power. That said, St. Petersburg has begun to play a more active role in politics in recent years, as if it were the country's northern capital. It may be because of the affection the city holds in the heart of the country's political elite, many of whom are natives of the city. New high-speed trains now travel between Moscow and St. Petersburg, a new international airport and metro stations have just opened, and some crumbling parts of the city are undergoing reconstruction. St. Petersburg revels in its historic beauty but also embraces the new.
	27th27	SepSep	202323	Saint Petersburg (ex Leningrad), Russia
Commissioned by Tsar Peter the Great (1672–1725) as "a window looking into Europe," St. Petersburg is a planned city whose elegance is reminiscent of Europe's most alluring capitals. Little wonder it's the darling of fashion photographers and travel essayists today: built on more than a hundred islands in the Neva Delta linked by canals and arched bridges, it was called the "Venice of the North" by Goethe, and its stately embankments are reminiscent of those in Paris. A city of golden spires and gilded domes, of pastel palaces and candlelit cathedrals, this city conceived by a visionary emperor is filled with pleasures and tantalizing treasures. With its strict geometric lines and perfectly planned architecture, so unlike the Russian cities that came before it, St. Petersburg is almost too European to be Russian. And yet it's too Russian to be European. The city is a powerful combination of both East and West, springing from the will and passion of its founder to guide a resistant Russia into the greater fold of Europe, and consequently into the mainstream of history. That he accomplished, and more. With a population of nearly 5 million, St. Petersburg is the fourth largest city in Europe after Paris, Moscow, and London. Without as many of the fashionably modern buildings that a business center like Moscow acquires, the city has managed to preserve much more of its history. Here, you can imagine yourself back in the time of the tsars and Dostoyevsky. Although it's a close race, it's safe to say that most visitors prefer St. Petersburg's culture, history, and beauty to Moscow's glamour and power. That said, St. Petersburg has begun to play a more active role in politics in recent years, as if it were the country's northern capital. It may be because of the affection the city holds in the heart of the country's political elite, many of whom are natives of the city. New high-speed trains now travel between Moscow and St. Petersburg, a new international airport and metro stations have just opened, and some crumbling parts of the city are undergoing reconstruction. St. Petersburg revels in its historic beauty but also embraces the new.
	28th28	SepSep	202323	Saint Petersburg (ex Leningrad), Russia
Commissioned by Tsar Peter the Great (1672–1725) as "a window looking into Europe," St. Petersburg is a planned city whose elegance is reminiscent of Europe's most alluring capitals. Little wonder it's the darling of fashion photographers and travel essayists today: built on more than a hundred islands in the Neva Delta linked by canals and arched bridges, it was called the "Venice of the North" by Goethe, and its stately embankments are reminiscent of those in Paris. A city of golden spires and gilded domes, of pastel palaces and candlelit cathedrals, this city conceived by a visionary emperor is filled with pleasures and tantalizing treasures. With its strict geometric lines and perfectly planned architecture, so unlike the Russian cities that came before it, St. Petersburg is almost too European to be Russian. And yet it's too Russian to be European. The city is a powerful combination of both East and West, springing from the will and passion of its founder to guide a resistant Russia into the greater fold of Europe, and consequently into the mainstream of history. That he accomplished, and more. With a population of nearly 5 million, St. Petersburg is the fourth largest city in Europe after Paris, Moscow, and London. Without as many of the fashionably modern buildings that a business center like Moscow acquires, the city has managed to preserve much more of its history. Here, you can imagine yourself back in the time of the tsars and Dostoyevsky. Although it's a close race, it's safe to say that most visitors prefer St. Petersburg's culture, history, and beauty to Moscow's glamour and power. That said, St. Petersburg has begun to play a more active role in politics in recent years, as if it were the country's northern capital. It may be because of the affection the city holds in the heart of the country's political elite, many of whom are natives of the city. New high-speed trains now travel between Moscow and St. Petersburg, a new international airport and metro stations have just opened, and some crumbling parts of the city are undergoing reconstruction. St. Petersburg revels in its historic beauty but also embraces the new.
	29th29	SepSep	202323	Saint Petersburg (ex Leningrad), Russia
Commissioned by Tsar Peter the Great (1672–1725) as "a window looking into Europe," St. Petersburg is a planned city whose elegance is reminiscent of Europe's most alluring capitals. Little wonder it's the darling of fashion photographers and travel essayists today: built on more than a hundred islands in the Neva Delta linked by canals and arched bridges, it was called the "Venice of the North" by Goethe, and its stately embankments are reminiscent of those in Paris. A city of golden spires and gilded domes, of pastel palaces and candlelit cathedrals, this city conceived by a visionary emperor is filled with pleasures and tantalizing treasures. With its strict geometric lines and perfectly planned architecture, so unlike the Russian cities that came before it, St. Petersburg is almost too European to be Russian. And yet it's too Russian to be European. The city is a powerful combination of both East and West, springing from the will and passion of its founder to guide a resistant Russia into the greater fold of Europe, and consequently into the mainstream of history. That he accomplished, and more. With a population of nearly 5 million, St. Petersburg is the fourth largest city in Europe after Paris, Moscow, and London. Without as many of the fashionably modern buildings that a business center like Moscow acquires, the city has managed to preserve much more of its history. Here, you can imagine yourself back in the time of the tsars and Dostoyevsky. Although it's a close race, it's safe to say that most visitors prefer St. Petersburg's culture, history, and beauty to Moscow's glamour and power. That said, St. Petersburg has begun to play a more active role in politics in recent years, as if it were the country's northern capital. It may be because of the affection the city holds in the heart of the country's political elite, many of whom are natives of the city. New high-speed trains now travel between Moscow and St. Petersburg, a new international airport and metro stations have just opened, and some crumbling parts of the city are undergoing reconstruction. St. Petersburg revels in its historic beauty but also embraces the new.
	30th30	SepSep	202323	Cruising
	30th30	SepSep	202323	Cruising
	30th30	SepSep	202323	Cruising
	30th30	SepSep	202323	Mandrogi, Russia
	1st01	OctOct	202323	Kizhi Island, Russia
	1st01	OctOct	202323	Cruising
	2nd02	OctOct	202323	Cruising
	2nd02	OctOct	202323	Kuzino, Russia
	3rd03	OctOct	202323	Yaroslavl, Russia
	4th04	OctOct	202323	Uglich, Russia
	5th05	OctOct	202323	Cruising
	5th05	OctOct	202323	Moscow, Russia
	6th06	OctOct	202323	Moscow, Russia
	7th07	OctOct	202323	Moscow, Russia
	8th08	OctOct	202323	Moscow, Russia, disembark the Viking Akun

Viking Akun

Launch Year

1990

Refit Year

2014

Tonnage

3,200

Capacity

210

Cabins

106

Accessible

Upper Deck

Middle Deck

Main Deck

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Deluxe Staterooms- Car CX & DX

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
DX	Deluxe	£3,295	£3,295
CX	Deluxe	£3,695	£3,695

The Deluxe Staterooms have hotel-style beds measuring 79 inches x 63 inches with optional twin-bed configuration*, a large opening picture window (4.10ft x 2.79ft) and a private bathroom with shower and premium bath products as well as bathrobe and slippers available upon request. Guests have a telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer, bottled water replenished daily, individual climate control, sofa in seating area, space under bed for storing suitcases and a walk-in closet with wooden hangers. Voltage within the room is 220V and 115V, and guests have the use of a 26-inch Sony flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including CNN and other English-language programming.

*Cabin 217 does not have a twin-bed configuration option

Junior Suite- Cat JR

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
JR	Junior Suite	£6,795	£6,795

The Junior Suites onboard have hotel-style beds measuring 79 inches x 63 inches with optional twin-bed configuration, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors opening out onto a large veranda and a private bathroom with shower and premium bath products as well as bathrobe and slippers available upon request. Guests have a telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer, bottled water replenished daily, individual climate control, sofa in seating area, space under bed for storing suitcases and a walk-in closet with wooden hangers. Voltage within the room is 220V and 115V, and guests have the use of a 26-inch Sony flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including CNN and other English-language programming.

Suite- Cat AA

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
AA	Veranda Suite	£6,995	£6,995

All Suites onboard have hotel-style beds measuring 79 inches x 63 inches with optional twin-bed configuration, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors opening out onto a large veranda extending along both sleeping and living quarters, and a large private bathroom with bathtub, shower and premium bath products as well as bathrobe and slippers available upon request. Guests have a telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer, bottled water replenished daily, individual climate control, sofa in seating area, space under bed for storing suitcases and a walk-in closet with wooden hangers. Voltage within the Suite is 220V and 115V, and guests have the use of a 26-inch Sony flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including CNN and other English-language programming.

Veranda Staterooms- Cat AX & BX

Price guides

Grade Code		From	To
BX	Veranda	£4,095	£4,095
AX	Veranda	£4,445	£4,445

The Verandah Staterooms have hotel-style beds measuring 79 inches x 63 inches with optional twin-bed configuration, floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors opening out onto a private veranda and a private bathroom with shower and premium bath products as well as bathrobe and slippers available upon request. Guests have a telephone, refrigerator, safe, hair dryer, bottled water replenished daily, individual climate control, sofa in seating area, space under bed for storing suitcases and a walk-in closet with wooden hangers. Voltage within the room is 220V and 115V, and guests have the use of a 26-inch Sony flat-panel TV with premium entertainment package including CNN and other English-language programming.

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The Restaurant

Gaze at breathtaking scenery through the Restaurant’s panoramic windows as you dine on regional specialties and contemporary cuisine. The atmosphere is casual yet elegant, with high-quality table linens, china, cutlery and glassware at every meal.

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Library

Select from a range of informational and inspirational travel books for your browsing pleasure.

Panorama Bar

An excellent spot to enjoy a glass of wine and take in the scenery, especially during arrival at one of your historic destinations.

Onboard Boutique

Forget to bring something? Looking for a magazine or some gift items? The onboard boutique on the Middle Deck -right across from Reception- has everything you need to make your voyage comfortable and convenient.

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Holiday Summary

	Return flights including luggage allowance
	Overseas Transfers
	12 nights cruising on the Russian Waterways
	Deluxe ensuite accommodation with river view
	Beer, wine and soft drinks at lunch & dinner
	Alternative restaurant with lighter meals
	One complimentary shore excursion in every port
	Free Wi-Fi included
	Complimentary tea and coffee
	Port Taxes and Fees
	ABTA and ATOL Protection*

	Oceanview	Balcony	Suite
	(All prices are £GBP per person)
Fri 6th May 202206 May 22	3,095	3,845
Fri 6th May 202206 May 22	3,095	3,845
Fri 6th May 202206 May 22	3,095	3,845
Fri 6th May 202206 May 22	3,095	3,845
Fri 6th May 202206 May 22	3,095	3,845
Fri 6th May 202206 May 22	3,095	3,845
Fri 6th May 202206 May 22	3,095	3,845
Fri 6th May 202206 May 22	3,095	3,845
Fri 6th May 202206 May 22	3,095	3,845
Fri 6th May 202206 May 22	3,095	3,845
Fri 6th May 202206 May 22	3,095	3,845
Fri 6th May 202206 May 22	3,095	3,845
Mon 30th May 202230 May 22	3,645	4,445
Mon 30th May 202230 May 22	3,645	4,445
Mon 30th May 202230 May 22	3,645	4,445
Mon 30th May 202230 May 22	3,645	4,445
Mon 30th May 202230 May 22	3,645	4,445
Mon 30th May 202230 May 22	3,645	4,445
Mon 30th May 202230 May 22	3,645	4,445
Mon 30th May 202230 May 22	3,645	4,445
Mon 30th May 202230 May 22	3,645	4,445
Mon 30th May 202230 May 22	3,645	4,445
Mon 30th May 202230 May 22	3,645	4,445
Mon 30th May 202230 May 22	3,645	4,445
Thu 23rd Jun 202223 Jun 22	3,645	4,445
Thu 23rd Jun 202223 Jun 22	3,645	4,445
Thu 23rd Jun 202223 Jun 22	3,645	4,445
Thu 23rd Jun 202223 Jun 22	3,645	4,445
Thu 23rd Jun 202223 Jun 22	3,645	4,445
Thu 23rd Jun 202223 Jun 22	3,645	4,445
Thu 23rd Jun 202223 Jun 22	3,645	4,445
Thu 23rd Jun 202223 Jun 22	3,645	4,445
Thu 23rd Jun 202223 Jun 22	3,645	4,445
Thu 23rd Jun 202223 Jun 22	3,645	4,445
Thu 23rd Jun 202223 Jun 22	3,645	4,445
Thu 23rd Jun 202223 Jun 22	3,645	4,445
Sun 17th Jul 202217 Jul 22	3,645	4,445
Sun 17th Jul 202217 Jul 22	3,645	4,445
Sun 17th Jul 202217 Jul 22	3,645	4,445
Sun 17th Jul 202217 Jul 22	3,645	4,445
Sun 17th Jul 202217 Jul 22	3,645	4,445
Sun 17th Jul 202217 Jul 22	3,645	4,445
Sun 17th Jul 202217 Jul 22	3,645	4,445
Sun 17th Jul 202217 Jul 22	3,645	4,445
Sun 17th Jul 202217 Jul 22	3,645	4,445
Sun 17th Jul 202217 Jul 22	3,645	4,445
Sun 17th Jul 202217 Jul 22	3,645	4,445
Sun 17th Jul 202217 Jul 22	3,645	4,445
Wed 10th Aug 202210 Aug 22	3,645	4,445
Wed 10th Aug 202210 Aug 22	3,645	4,445
Wed 10th Aug 202210 Aug 22	3,645	4,445
Wed 10th Aug 202210 Aug 22	3,645	4,445
Wed 10th Aug 202210 Aug 22	3,645	4,445
Wed 10th Aug 202210 Aug 22	3,645	4,445
Wed 10th Aug 202210 Aug 22	3,645	4,445
Wed 10th Aug 202210 Aug 22	3,645	4,445
Wed 10th Aug 202210 Aug 22	3,645	4,445
Wed 10th Aug 202210 Aug 22	3,645	4,445
Wed 10th Aug 202210 Aug 22	3,645	4,445
Wed 10th Aug 202210 Aug 22	3,645	4,445
Sat 3rd Sep 202203 Sep 22	3,645	4,445
Sat 3rd Sep 202203 Sep 22	3,645	4,445
Sat 3rd Sep 202203 Sep 22	3,645	4,445
Sat 3rd Sep 202203 Sep 22	3,645	4,445
Sat 3rd Sep 202203 Sep 22	3,645	4,445
Sat 3rd Sep 202203 Sep 22	3,645	4,445
Sat 3rd Sep 202203 Sep 22	3,645	4,445
Sat 3rd Sep 202203 Sep 22	3,645	4,445
Sat 3rd Sep 202203 Sep 22	3,645	4,445
Sat 3rd Sep 202203 Sep 22	3,645	4,445
Sat 3rd Sep 202203 Sep 22	3,645	4,445
Sat 3rd Sep 202203 Sep 22	3,645	4,445
Tue 27th Sep 202227 Sep 22	3,295	4,095
Tue 27th Sep 202227 Sep 22	3,295	4,095
Tue 27th Sep 202227 Sep 22	3,295	4,095
Tue 27th Sep 202227 Sep 22	3,295	4,095
Tue 27th Sep 202227 Sep 22	3,295	4,095
Tue 27th Sep 202227 Sep 22	3,295	4,095
Tue 27th Sep 202227 Sep 22	3,295	4,095
Tue 27th Sep 202227 Sep 22	3,295	4,095
Tue 27th Sep 202227 Sep 22	3,295	4,095
Tue 27th Sep 202227 Sep 22	3,295	4,095
Tue 27th Sep 202227 Sep 22	3,295	4,095
Tue 27th Sep 202227 Sep 22	3,295	4,095
Fri 5th May 202305 May 23	3,095	3,845	6,445
Fri 5th May 202305 May 23	3,095	3,845	6,445
Fri 5th May 202305 May 23	3,095	3,845	6,445
Fri 5th May 202305 May 23	3,095	3,845	6,445
Fri 5th May 202305 May 23	3,095	3,845	6,445
Fri 5th May 202305 May 23	3,095	3,845	6,445
Fri 5th May 202305 May 23	3,095	3,845	6,445
Fri 5th May 202305 May 23	3,095	3,845	6,445
Fri 5th May 202305 May 23	3,095	3,845	6,445
Fri 5th May 202305 May 23	3,095	3,845	6,445
Fri 5th May 202305 May 23	3,095	3,845	6,445
Fri 5th May 202305 May 23	3,095	3,845	6,445
Mon 29th May 202329 May 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Mon 29th May 202329 May 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Mon 29th May 202329 May 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Mon 29th May 202329 May 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Mon 29th May 202329 May 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Mon 29th May 202329 May 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Mon 29th May 202329 May 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Mon 29th May 202329 May 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Mon 29th May 202329 May 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Mon 29th May 202329 May 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Mon 29th May 202329 May 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Mon 29th May 202329 May 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Thu 22nd Jun 202322 Jun 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Thu 22nd Jun 202322 Jun 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Thu 22nd Jun 202322 Jun 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Thu 22nd Jun 202322 Jun 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Thu 22nd Jun 202322 Jun 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Thu 22nd Jun 202322 Jun 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Thu 22nd Jun 202322 Jun 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Thu 22nd Jun 202322 Jun 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Thu 22nd Jun 202322 Jun 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Thu 22nd Jun 202322 Jun 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Thu 22nd Jun 202322 Jun 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Thu 22nd Jun 202322 Jun 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Sun 16th Jul 202316 Jul 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Sun 16th Jul 202316 Jul 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Sun 16th Jul 202316 Jul 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Sun 16th Jul 202316 Jul 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Sun 16th Jul 202316 Jul 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Sun 16th Jul 202316 Jul 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Sun 16th Jul 202316 Jul 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Sun 16th Jul 202316 Jul 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Sun 16th Jul 202316 Jul 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Sun 16th Jul 202316 Jul 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Sun 16th Jul 202316 Jul 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Sun 16th Jul 202316 Jul 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Wed 9th Aug 202309 Aug 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Wed 9th Aug 202309 Aug 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Wed 9th Aug 202309 Aug 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Wed 9th Aug 202309 Aug 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Wed 9th Aug 202309 Aug 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Wed 9th Aug 202309 Aug 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Wed 9th Aug 202309 Aug 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Wed 9th Aug 202309 Aug 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Wed 9th Aug 202309 Aug 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Wed 9th Aug 202309 Aug 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Wed 9th Aug 202309 Aug 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Wed 9th Aug 202309 Aug 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Sat 2nd Sep 202302 Sep 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Sat 2nd Sep 202302 Sep 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Sat 2nd Sep 202302 Sep 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Sat 2nd Sep 202302 Sep 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Sat 2nd Sep 202302 Sep 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Sat 2nd Sep 202302 Sep 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Sat 2nd Sep 202302 Sep 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
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Sat 2nd Sep 202302 Sep 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
Sat 2nd Sep 202302 Sep 23	3,645	4,445	7,095
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