Tour Features • 12-night Cruise Accommodation in an Outside Stateroom • All Meals onboard; Early-riser Coffee, Buffet Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner • Unlimited Red or White Wine or Juice with every Dinner • Bottled Water in every Cabin • Cocktail Reception & Welcome Dinner • Home Visit and Meal with Russian Family in Uglich • All-inclusive Daily Sightseeing Programs as outlined in the Itinerary • Ballet Performance at the Hermitag Theater, the Private Theater of the Czars • Guest Lectures on Russian History, Culture, Art, Politics and Economy • Onboard Music Performances and Russian Language Classes • Physician onboard • All English Language onboard in a nonsmoking Environment (except Sun Deck) • All Transfers with the Purchase of Cruise & Air package • All local Taxes

Day   Destination   Activities 1     Flight to Russia 2   St. Petersburg   Transfer to pier     Embarkation   On Ship   Welcome cocktail reception & welcome dinner 3   St. Petersburg   City tour     Hermitage Museum visit     Evening Ballet performance 4   St. Petersburg   Excursion to Peterhof imperial estate     Optional canal cruise 5   St. Petersburg   Optional Puchkin Palace & Park     Optional Peter & Paul Fortress 6   Svirstroy   Free time 7   Kizhi   Walking tour     Visit Wooden Architecture Museum 8   Goritzy   Visit Monastery of St. Cyril     Visit Museum of Icons 9   Yaroslavl   City tour     Visit Transfuguration Monastery     Visit Church Prophet Elijah 10   Uglich   City tour     Visit Transfiguration Cathedral     Visit Church Dimitry on the Blood 11   Moscow   City tour     Visit Moscow Metro 12   Moscow   Kremlin tour     Visit Armonry Museum - Visit Tretyakov Art Museum 13   Moscow   Free day 14   Moscow   Disembarkation     Airport transfer - Depart for USA

Day   Destination   Activities 8   Goritzy   Visit Museum of Icons 9   Yaroslavl   City tour     Visit Transfuguration Monastery     Visit Church Prophet Elijah 10   Uglich   City tour     Visit Transfiguration Cathedral     Visit Church Dimitry on the Blood 11   Moscow   City tour     Visit Moscow Metro 12   Moscow   Kremlin tour     Visit Armonry Museum - Visit Tretyakov Art Museum 13   Moscow   Free day 14   Moscow   Disembarkation     Airport transfer - Depart for USA

Day 1, Depart USA Board your overnight flight to Russia. Day 2, Arrive In St. Petersburg, Russia Arrive in St. Petersburg and embark the ship. Relax in your stateroom or explore the city before meeting your fellow travelers at the Welcome Cocktail Reception. (D) Day 3, St. Petersburg One of Russia's former capitals, this city rivals Paris or Venice for its romantic image. Dating from the beginning of the 18th-century it was built to the exact specifications ordered by Peter the Great. The city is home to many museums, galleries, palaces, impressive squares and streets. Your sightseeing tour of this beautiful city shows you Nevsky Prospect, Palace Square, St. Isaacs Cathedral and the cruiser Aurora. After lunch, tour the Hermitage museum, the former Palace of the Czars, which houses the royal art collection with over three million works of art. It is one of the largest and most impressive art museums in the world. Tonight, join your fellow passengers for an optional folkloric show. (B,L,D) Day 4, St. Petersburg This morning, stroll along one of the many picturesque canals or join the optional excursion to Pushkin and visit the Palace of Catherine the Great. In your free time absorb the atmosphere of St. Petersburg's vibrant cultural life before joining your fellow passengers for lunch at a local restaurant. This evening, you are our guest at a Ballet performance at the Hermitage Theatre, the former private theatre of the Czars. (B,L,D) Day 5, St. Petersburg Today, tour St. Petersburg's famous and spectacular Imperial Estate – Peterhof Palace. Nestled on the shore of the Gulf of Finland, the palace was built by Peter the Great initially as a resting place en route to the Imperial naval base. But the Czar was quick to recognize the attractiveness of the area and masterminded a vast estate intended to rival the famous gardens of Versailles. After lunch, enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure or you may choose to take an optional excursion to the Peter and Paul's Fortress and St. Isaac's Cathedral. (B,L,D) Day 6, Svirstroy Svirstroy is 100 miles from St. Petersburg with only a population of 1,000. After lunch enjoy some free time to stroll through this unspoiled Russian village and browse through the irresistible handmade trinkets. The ship begins cruising to Kizhi Island in the early evening. (B,L,D) Day 7, Kizhi Kizhi is an island that is situated at the north end of Lake Onega and home to some of the most amazing wooden architecture in Russia. Forever linked to Novgorod the Great, the style of architecture reflects its early introduction to Christianity. In 1764 locals built the Church of Intercession, its towering walls and 22 domes, without the use of a single nail. Your walking tour includes the Museum of Wooden Architecture. (B,L,D) Day 8, Goritsy Goritsy is a peaceful farming town and a typical Russian village. The tour includes the Monastery of St. Cyril on the White lake and the Museum of Icons. Return to the ship to sail for Yaroslavl. (B,L,D) Day 9, Yaroslavl Founded in 1010 by Prince Yaroslav the Wise, it is one of Russia's oldest cities, tracing its roots back to the Vikings. The city stretches for miles along the confluence of the Volga and Kotorosl Rivers. Explore the city's history through its architecture, including the fortified 12th-century Transfiguration Monastery and the Church of Elijah the Prophet, home to many beautiful icons. (B,L,D) Day 10, Uglich Located on the banks of the Volga, Uglich was founded by merchants in 1148. Rich in history, Uglich is home to some of Russia's most beautiful churches and cathedrals, and you'll see a sampling during your city tour. The most noteworthy include the Transfiguration Cathedral and the magnificent Church of Dimitry on the blood, dedicated to the tragic story of Ivan the Terrible's son. Uglich is also the site of an AMAWATERWAYS exclusive shore excursion. You'll visit the home of a local Russian family, learning about everyday life in Uglich, as you enjoy a home-cooked meal and sample Russian hospitality first-hand. (B,L,D) Day 11, Moscow After breakfast, visit Russia's beautiful capital city, founded in 1147, which includes the Red Square, the GUM Department, New Maiden's Convent, St. Basil Cathedral, Tverskaya, Sparrow Hill and Lubyanka Square (KGB building). Your tour within the walls of the Kremlin introduces you to the former royal residence of the Czars and main-center of the Russian Orthodox faith. Tonight, you may choose to enjoy a night at the Moscow Circus as an optional. (B,L,D) Day 12, Moscow Today, take a ride on the Moscow metro, and then take a motorcoach to visit the Tretyakov Art Museum. This afternoon, enjoy lunch on a day boat as you cruise the Moscow River. The remainder of the day is at your leisure to explore the city or take an optional to the Pushkin Museum. Tonight, enjoy the optional Moscow By Night with fellow passengers. (B,L,D) Day 13, Moscow This morning, visit Russia's oldest museum, the Armory Museum, which houses the former royal collection of treasures, including jewels, crowns, armor, royal carriages, and the world famous Faberge Eggs. Enjoy the remainder of the day to explore the city at your leisure. Perhaps, join an optional excursion to the New Maiden's Convent or a try a traditional bathhouse, which is a deeply entrenched Russian tradition for relaxation. (B,L,D) Day 14, Moscow Transfer to the airport for your onward flight. (B) *** Reverse itinerary available ***

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Dates Ship Name Start City Cruise Cruise+Land Air+Cruise+Land Rates for 2010 * *   *     *     *   May. 30, 2010 Tolstoy St. Petersburg   $3,199   Jun. 23, 2010 Tolstoy St. Petersburg   $3,199   Jul. 17, 2010 Tolstoy St. Petersburg   $3,199   Aug. 10, 2010 Tolstoy St. Petersburg   $3,199   Sep. 03, 2010 Tolstoy St. Petersburg   $3,199   Sep. 27, 2010 Tolstoy St. Petersburg   $2,999

 

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Conditions for 2010

PORT CHARGES: $168 per person
SINGLE SUPPL. FOR CRUISE: 50% of twin price; Jr. Suites & Suites 100% of twin price.

Prices are per person in Cat. E. in a deluxe outside cabin. To upgrade to higher Category, add per person (all cabins twin/dbl):

CATEGORY  DECK    PRICE
D   Main Deck, Middle  $169
C   Upper Deck, Forward  $449
B   Upper Deck, Middle  $549
A   Boat Deck   $649
Single   Boat Deck   $799
Jr.Suite  Boat Deck   $1999
Suite   Boat Deck   $2499

Reduction for 3rd person in triple cabin Cat. D: $500

MS TolstoyView Deck Plan

Named after the famous author Leo Tolstoy, this unique ship is the most luxurious and comfortable cruise ship ever built for Russian rivers. Constructed in Austria using high quality materials and at a much higher cost than other ships, the Tolstoy was designed for high ranking Kremlin officials and to host foreign dignitaries. Today, she is still one of the top ships in Russia, with luxurious decor, large, well-appointed cabins, elegant public areas and wide circular stairs. The Tolstoy accommodates 160 guests, versus 200 - 300 on other ships of similar size. Standard cabins are 110 square feet - 20% larger than other ships - with large picture windows that open, ample closet space and a makeup table. Bathrooms feature a separate shower area, which is unique for Russian ships. Deluxe cabins are 220 square feet with 2 picture windows, a sitting area and two twin beds which can be put together. Spacious suites measure 330 square feet and have 3 picture windows, a dayroom with a TV, a refrigerator, and a separate bedroom. Bathrooms feature a separate shower area, which is unique for Russian ships. Technical Data: Renovated: 2006 - Length: 353 feet

Amenities
State-of-the-art Public Areas. Enjoy your evenings in the beautiful Kostroma Lounge or have a drink in the Kostroma Bar. Relax in the Pushkin library or listen to a concert or a lecture in Tchaikovsky Hall. The spacious Sun Deck and the smaller Patio Deck are ideal for cocktail receptions. An indoor swimming pool with a sliding sun roof is a unique feature for Russian ships. The charming Katrina Restaurant is lined with panoramic windows. Other amenities include the Neva Bar next to the swimming pool, a sauna, beauty salon and souvenir shop.

Dining
Our culinary staff on board the MS TOLSTOY offers sophisticated menus comprised of wonderful soups, the freshest produce and high quality choice cut meats and seafood. Enter the Restaurant and your Maitre d' welcomes you with a bright smile. Start your day with a lavish gourmet breakfast. Choose from a rich assortment of breads, croissant and pastries, a variety of fresh fruit, yogurt and cereals or smoked salmon. Taste the delicious cheeses, cold cuts and local sausages, completed with our daily regional specials. Return from your shore excursion and our team of chefs will always try to surprise you with a delicious lunch. Start with mouth-watering hot or cold appetizers, taste the homemade soups and choose from a selection of great entrees. Finish off with a delectable dessert while enjoying spectacular river views. In the evening, be our honored guest for an elegant dinner or a traditional theme night with a feast of regional specialties. Enjoy delicious cuisine and complimentary free-flowing wines from the local vintners. Our kitchen crew knows how to orchestrate a truly memorable dining experience.