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 2008: Footsteps of the Cossacks - Kiev to Odessa
On your Dnieper River cruise, you explore ancient cities and grand monuments and encounter a vibrant culture rich in tradition. With tours in Kiev, Yalta and Odessa, you experience Ukraine's history firsthand by visiting Yalta's famed White Palace and walking Odessa's Potemkin Steps. Learn about the maritime history of Sevastopol, explore Kiev's Monastery of the Caves and immerse yourself in Cossack traditions of Zaporozhye.
Colorful and festive costumes of Ukraine Footsteps of the Cossacks is an 11-day/10-night (or 12-day/11-night) deluxe cruise. Sail aboard a ship designed for taking in the picturesque riverside landscapes, whether through the restaurant's panoramic windows, from the sun deck or promenade decks, or from the comfort of your private, river-view outside cabin. Our onboard meals, prepared by our chefs, offer a choice of entrees, regional specialties and traditional favorites.
Our English-speaking guides will take you to famous landmarks as well as hidden gems. Enjoy a guided tour of the private apartments of the czar's family. Marvel at Kiev's Monastery of the Caves an extraordinary complex of domed churches and museums founded in 1051. Experience elegant Odessa's terraced hills and enjoy your tour along Primorski Boulevard. Relax as you cruise the narrow canals to Fishermen's Island surrounded by the beautiful Dnieper Delta. And you'll thrill to a display of expert Cossack horsemanship.
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| Call (860) 233-9843 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6018797 | | Viking River Cruises | | | | | | Schedules and activities are subject to change depending upon river water levels, port accessibility and weather conditions. Tours often include walks over cobblestones, steps and uneven ground; for passenger safety and enjoyment, we recommend you be in good physical condition to participate fully in all tours. For safety reasons, sun deck access may be limited during times of high water levels/low bridge clearance.
Additional Notes:
U.S. flights depart one day prior to cruise embarkation date. Transfers are included with roundtrip airfare purchase. If air is not purchased from Viking River Cruises, transfers between airport and ship may be purchased separately at the cost of $75 per person, per direction, and are available to passengers whose flights arrive or depart on embarkation/disembarkation day only.
Ukraine travelers please note:
Our Ukraine cruises are typically only available to European passengers and offered exclusively by our European office. We are pleased to offer this trip to our American passengers to expand their destination options, with the caveat that there are differences from our standard onboard product: English and European languages are spoken onboard, passengers have assigned dining tables, and smoking is permitted in some ship public areas. Viking Lavrinenkov, her crew and onboard services meet the same high standards that we demand of all our American products. |
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