River cruises in Russia: routes, attractions, cost

Firstly, it is very exciting, as you can visit many beautiful places, different cities, as well as see firsthand cultural monuments and sights of our country. Secondly, the cruise programs are interesting and diversely built, everyone will find a route and a destination to their liking. Thirdly, traveling by boat is convenient: you do not need to prepare many documents and take care of various aspects of the organization of rest (transfer, excursions, etc.).

 

Cruise ships are organized at the highest level. They are very comfortable and cozy. The ship has everything you need: from bars and restaurants, ending with cabins for living in different classes. The most popular ships: "Alexander Benois", "Andrey Rublev", "Borodino", "Vasily Chapaev", "Grigory Pirogov", "Two capitals".

 

 

 

 

 

 

The most popular route, it is loved by Russian tourists and foreigners. It connects the two capitals of Russia. It introduces the history of culture and architecture of the two main cities of the country. Muscovites love this cruise for the opportunity to relax from the bustle of the city and enjoy clean ecology and beautiful landscapes.

The duration of this route is 14 days, and the cost is quite high – an average of 50 thousand per person.

 

 

The Volga is responsible for the spirit of the country, for its culture and art. Perhaps that is why this direction is very popular among tourists. You can go from almost any major city in Russia: Moscow, St. Petersburg, volgograd and others. The trip promises to be interesting and can last up to 3 weeks, during which you can have time to visit more than ten ancient cities of our country and get acquainted with their history.

 

Main mosque Kazan and Tatarstan Kul Sharif, the majestic Kremlin in Nizhny Novgorodchurches and monasteries glicha There will be no shortage of historical sights.

It costs a trip from 12 to 17 thousand rubles in 3-4 days for one person.

 

 

This trip is recognized as one of the most famous in our country, the tour includes a trip to the ancient northeastern cities of Russia: kostromeSergiev Posad, Rostov the Great, Pereslavl Zalessky,yaroslavlIvanovo, Suzdal, Vladimir. In each of them managed to preserve ancient monuments and famous historical places. The route will resonate in the hearts of patriots.

 

Admiring the Russian nature, enjoying the beauty of the landscapes, time on the cruise will fly by unnoticed. Usually the duration is about 5 days.

The cost can vary depending on the desired class of ship and the number of excursions. The budget option will cost 15-20 thousand. The luxury option is much more expensive, it will cost 40-50 thousand.

 

 

 

Those who want to get acquainted with the nature of the north-west of our country should choose a trip to Solovki (Solovetsky Islands). Tourists will see the White Sea, Lake Onega, the White Sea-Baltic Canal. Here nature has a harsh and beautiful character, and the refreshing wind from the sea and the water in the lakes have truly healing properties. Travel provides an exceptional chance to visit protected areas. The tour is ideal for those who want to relax and be in complete peace and tranquility for several days.

 

To pay for such a fourteen-day tour will have about 50 thousand rubles, but they are worth it.

 

 

Siberia attracts travelers with its cold, harshness and inaccessibility. Travelers will see the taiga, tundra, admire the white nights, visit the “capital of Siberian frosts” Oymyakone, get acquainted with the culture of the indigenous peoples of the North.

Cruises take place in July-August. The duration is about two weeks.

The voyage costs about 60 thousand rubles.

 

Thermal cruises attract with their romance, equanimity and peace. Beautiful landscapes allow you to become part of nature. Rest from everyday life, breathe clean and humid air - this is what every modern resident of the metropolis wants. It remains only to choose which direction will be more interesting.

 

Prices are indicated at the time of publication - February 2019.

 

Text: Valeria Aglusevich

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