Why choose a Russia river cruise as a way to explore Russia?
Imagine an elegant European river cruise with a twist of the exotic east. On a river cruise between Moscow and St Petersburg (or on our Grand Volga River Cruise from Moscow to Volgograd), you’ll glide past gorgeous vistas of green pastures, forested hills and shoreside villages - ancient trading ports with onion-domed churches and 16th-century fortresses at the water’s edge. You’ll disembark in some of the most rewarding historical towns along a spectacular stretch of Europe’s longest river and experience parts of Old Russia that feel unchanged for hundreds of years.
The Volga River is the lifeline of Russia, settled by varying cultures and shaped by dramatic historical events over the centuries, meaning that no two destinations are alike. Our luxury Russian river cruises take place aboard the MS Volga Dream. The Volga Dream is the best river cruise liner in Russia, with a ratio of 100 guests to 60 crew, ensuring five-star service and a delightful family atmosphere.
Russia River Cruises Highlights:
- Cruise between St Petersburg and Moscow (or vice versa), starting and finishing with guided tours of both cities and their star attractions
- Alternatively, take the Volga Dream cruise ship on an epic journey beginning in either Moscow or St Petersburg. Watch the people and architecture change from north to south as you voyage through the fascinating Tartasan Republic, with its interwoven eastern and western cultures, all the way to Volgograd (formerly known as Stalingrad)
- Dock at some of the most decorative ports along the Volga River and enjoy guided city tours to superb attractions like the Kul Sharif Mosque of the Kazan Kremlin, or Kizhi Island’s World Heritage-listed wooden architecture
- Both onboard and during each port excursion, you’ll immerse yourself in Russia’s extraordinary culture, customs, art, history food and folklore
No matter which of the river cruises through Russia, you decide on taking, a comfortable and memorable trip is guaranteed on board the family-owned MS Volga Dream. A boutique luxury river cruise vessel, the Volga Dream accommodates a maximum of 100 guests in 56 river-facing staterooms. Onboard amenities include a restaurant, two bars, a library, fitness centre, sauna and gift shop. Your time on the panoramic Sun and Promenade decks, or by the old-style piano in the cosy Neva Lounge will be marked by personalized service, fine cuisine, quality entertainment and the Russian people’s legendary love of celebration.
