Day 1 Moscow : Arrival in Moscow, embarkation, welcome dinner and overnight.

Day 2 Moscow : Sightseeing motor coach tour of this ancient Russian capital, including Tverskaya Street, Red Square, St. Basil's Cathedral, Bolshoi Theater and Moscow State University for a panoramic view. Lunch and dinner.

Day 3 Moscow : Morning tour of the Kremlin: Originally a fortress, it comprises beautiful cathedrals, ornate palaces and government buildings. This afternoon free time to explore Moscow on your own. Whatever your interest, our local hosts ease your way by making all arrangements for tours, theater, ballet or opera tickets. Lunch. Welcome cocktail, followed by dinner. This evening you leave Moscow for the start of your cruise.

Day 4 Uglich : Take a walking tour of this lovely 10th-century town - one of Russia's most ancient. Visit the Kremlin, with its 16th-century Church of the Transfiguration. Dmitry Blood's Church. Explore the Flea Market. Lunch and dinner on board.

Day 5 Myshkin : Myshkin retains architectural features characteristic for the 19th century Russia. It also features a number of museums. Visit today one of the most unique Mouse Museum (the name of the town is derived from "mysh" meaning mouse in Russian), Visit also Museum of Valenki (valenki are Russian felt boots), ethnographical museum, and more...Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Day 6 Goritsy : Visit Cyrilo-Belozersky Monastery, which has six centuries of glorious history, home to the most exquisite icon collection in the world. Lunch and dinner on board.

Day 7 Kizhi : Arrive at the island of Kizhi - an architectural gem within Lake Onega. The island is famous for its wonderful collection of 18th-century wooden buildings, restored to their original state. The highlight of Kizhi is the amazing Church of the Transfiguration, with its 22 onion domes; this magnificent structure was built entirely without a single nail. Lunch and dinner on board.

Day 8 St. Petersburg : Arrival in St. Petersburg. This is a recreational stop, specially designed for you to enjoy the relaxing rustic atmosphere and famous Russian cuisine and hospitality. Lunch. Enjoy your farewell dinner on the last day of cruising.

Day 9 St. Petersburg : Morning arrival in St. Petersburg. You will have the opportunity to see St. Petersburg by night. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Day 10 St. Petersburg : This morning, visit the many wonders of the elegant Winter Palace, which today houses the Hermitage Museum, one of the largest art and cultural museums in the world. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Day 11 St. Petersburg : This day in St. Petersburg you may explore on your own. Whatever your interest, our local hosts ease your way by making all arrangements for tours, theater, ballet or opera tickets. Breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Day 12 St. Petersburg : Time to bid farewell to your new friends and the elegant city of St. Petersburg. Disembarkation.