Russia The Volga, widely viewed as the national river of Russia, flows through the western part of the country. It is Europe's longest river, with a length of 3,690 km (2,293 miles), and forms the core of the largest river system in Europe. Some of the largest reservoirs in the world can be found along the river.  St. Petersburg to Moscow

The opulence of Russia awaits your arrival with its imperial cities and grand treasures, spectacular art and architecture, and vast political changes. Celebrate Russia’s magnificent past and promising future. Discover Moscow with its ancient gold-domed monasteries, Red Square, the Kremlin, the Armory and St. Basil’s Cathedral. Explore glorious St. Petersburg, conceived by Peter the Great to take Russia from the “Dark Ages” into the “Enlightened Age.” Sail through history along the mighty Volga River and visit some of the loveliest cities of the Golden Ring – Uglich, Yaroslavl and Goritsy. Step back in time to enjoy a traditional shashlik lunch in Mandrogi. Travel with experts and get inside tips on Russian history, culture and contemporary Russia. Experience the grand sweep of Russia of today and yesterday as you cruise the Volga.

Ukraine

The Dnieper River (also: Dnepr, Dniapro, or Dnipro) is a river (2,290 km length) which flows from Russia, through Belarus and Ukraine, ending its flow in the Black Sea. When you embark on a cruise along the Dnieper River, you’re embarking on a vacation of discovery. 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 time-honored history first hand by visiting Yalta’s famed White Palace and walking Odessa’s Potemkin Steps. You also learn about the country’s maritime history in Sevastopol, see a cultural performance in Nova Kachovka and immerse yourself in Cossack traditions of Zaporozhye. You see how differing societies from the Vikings to the Cossacks have influenced the architecture, culture and people of today’s Ukraine.

Imperial Russia St. Petersburg to Moscow - 16 Days Priced from $3898 Land of the Cossacks & Tartars Rostov-on-Don to Moscow - 17 Days Priced from $3598 Waterways of the Czars Moscow to St. Petersburg - 14 Days Priced from $3598

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