Escorted Tours 2020 & 2021 - 2nd Edition - Mercury Holidays

For full tour itineraries, please visit us online at www.mercuryholidays.co.uk/tours EUROPE AND THE MED 117 MEAL PLAN: Full Board cruise ACCOMMODATION 4 ★ MS Nikolay Chernyschevsky 3 ★ MS Zosima Shashkov 3 ★ MS Chicherin DEPARTURES & FROM PRICES 3 ★ Lower Main Deck Middle Deck 17 May 21 £1,699 £1,859 £1,899 07 Jun 21 £1,799 £1,899 £1,979 28 Jun 21 £1,939 £2,089 £2,079 19 Jul 21 £1,979 £2,059 £2,099 09 Aug 21 £1,979 £2,029 £2,099 30 Aug 21 £1,849 £1,899 £1,999 20 Sep 21 £1,779 £1,839 £1,899 4 ★ Lower Middle Deck Boat Deck 22 May 21 £1,729 £1,989 £2,029 12 Jun 21 £1,799 £2,099 £2,119 03 Jul 21 £1,849 £2,149 £2,199 24 Jul 21 £1,839 £2,089 £2,179 14 Aug 21 £1,869 £2,059 £2,159 04 Sep 21 £1,899 £2,149 £2,229 2022 DEPARTURES AT 2021 PRICES CONTACT US FOR DATES • Prices based on flights from London Heathrow to St Petersburg with Lufthansa (via Frankfurt) • A single supplement starts from just £399 DAY 1: UK TO ST PETERSBURG D Depart London on your scheduled flight to St Petersburg, via Frankfurt. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your ship. Board your ship and enjoy a bread and salt welcome ceremony - a traditional Russian symbol of hospitality. DAY 2: ST PETERSBURG B/L/D Enjoy a full-day tour of the historic city of St Petersburg, incorporating a visit to some of its most iconic landmarks, including the Peter and Paul Fortress. Signifying the birthplace of St Petersburg, discover the poignant tombs of Romanov Monarchs and the fortress’ emblematic Cathedral, concealed within the walls of the city’s first structure. Later, housing the largest collection of paintings in the world, weave through the Hermitage Museum’s fascinating exhibits, containing everything from Picassos to ancient Scythian gold. DAY 3: ST PETERSBURG B/L/D Spend a day at leisure exploring the imperial opulence of St Petersburg at your own pace. DAY 4: MANDROGI B/L/D Cruise along the Volga, arriving into the fairy-tale wonderland of Mandrogi, where charming homes, built in gingerbread-style woodwork, are dotted across a landscape of rural beauty. DAY 5: KIZHI . B/L/D Visiting the second largest lake in Europe, journey to Lake Onega’s picturesque island of Kizhi which encompasses a fascinating historical complex of more than 80 wooden constructions, dating from the 15th century. Wander through the island’s remarkable Museum of Wooden Architecture, marvelling at its most renowned structure, the Kizhi Pogost. DAY 6: GORITSY . B/L/D Upon the gleaming waters of the White Lake, cruise towards the Monastery of St Cyril, formerly the largest and most influential Monastery in Russia, and disembark for the chance to explore this 14th century walled fortress. DAY 7: YAROSLAVL B/L/D Today, travel by bus to a local market before witnessing the Church of St Elijah’s elaborate facade, one of Yaroslavl’s most cherished attractions. An impressive architectural treasure, discover the distinctive green dome peaks atop the Church of St Nicholas, before admiring a mesmerising collection of 18th century Russian paintings, sprawled across the palatial rooms of the Governor’s House Art Gallery. DAY 8: UGLICH B/L/D This morning, arrive at the historic riverside city of Uglich. Enjoy a walking tour where you’ll visit the territory of Kremlin, Dmitry on the Blood Church and Transfiguration Cathedral. Enjoy your farewell dinner. DAY 9: MOSCOW B/L/D Sail along the Moscow Canal into Russia’s capital. Embarking on a guided city tour, discover a spellbinding collection of historic monuments and the President’s official residence at the imposing Kremlin, marvel at the colourful domes of St Basil’s Cathedral, and experience traditional Tsarist architecture at the historic Red Square. DAY 10: MOSCOW B/L/D Spend a day at leisure exploring historical gems in the colourful metropolis of Moscow. DAY 11: MOSCOW TO THE UK B Disembark for your airport transfer and flight to the UK, via Frankfurt. B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner FOR YOU TO KNOW: A visa and travel insurance are required when travelling to Russia and must be obtained before travel. Tips: It is customary to tip your guides. This is at your discretion, but we recommend approximately £20pp for the duration of your cruise. 11 days from £1,699pp Moscow Kremlin TSARS, TOLSTOY & RUSSIA’S MIGHTY VOLGA RIVER CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS ✔ Full sightseeing programme with seven excursions ✔ On-board entertainment including Russian language lessons, dancing and live music ✔ Cruise along the Volga, Europe’s largest and longest river ✔ Tour the historic riverside city of Uglich On your voyage you will discover Russia’s magnificent cities and historic towns. Cruise to the lake island of Kizhi, the Monastery of St Cyril and the cities of Yaroslavl and Uglich, with time at leisure to explore Moscow and St Petersburg. Madrogui Kizhi Goritsy Yaroslavi Uglich St Petersburg Moscow White Lake Lake Onega Moscow Canal 3 1 1 1 1 1 2 THE CRUISE IS FULL BOARD MS Nikolay Chernyschevsky St. Petersburg RIVER CRUISE