Join us in May, 2011 on an exciting Viking river cruise. When you think of Russia, two great cities immediately come to mind: Moscow and St. Petersburg. This monumental 13 day/12 night itinerary includes multiple days in both cities. You'll be touring such landmarks as Moscow's Kremlin and Red Square as well as Catherine's Palace in Pushkin and the Hermitage in St. Petersburg. But there is another side of Russia--quaint riverside towns like Yaroslavl, Uglich, and Goritzy that only a river cruise can provide. See opulent palaces, discover fortified monasteries and visit beautiful cathedrals. It is an unforgettable way to experience the history and culture of this unique and mysterious country.

Included in your journey are: 13-day cruise with river-view stateroom 11 guided tours with audio headset All meals: 12 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 12 dinners. These feature regional specialties and include Welcome Cocktail Reception & Dinner, and the Captain's Farewell Dinner Old World Highlights include traditional Russian tea, Russian cuisine workshops, Russian ballet or opera, and Russian folkloric performance A Culture Curriculum: Russian language lesson, The Romanov Czars, The Fall of Communism, Russia's Great Waterways, and Putin & Democracy Do you want to read more?  Click on the link to read the day-by-day itinerary.

Our special pricing is available for May 8-20 in 2011. That gives you a year to anticipate this exciting adventure. AND, if you sign up now and pay in full by May 28, 2010 you'll get the following: complimentary wine with dinner 2 for 1 cruise prices 2 for 1 air prices free internet in your stateroom  You'll be on the Viking Pakhomov for the 12 nights. Depending on the cabin you select your cruise rate is $4046-$4696 per person. Cabin sizes range from 136-215 square feet. Here is more detail on each category. The special airfare includes the airport transfers in Russia, taxes, and fuel surcharges. Costs range from $847 per person from the East Coast to $1147 per person from the West Coast. Cabins are limited. Already the suites and single cabins are already sold out for the May 8 sailing. Contact us right away and ask for the Early Booking Discount, code EBD. Join us and have a fun, relaxing, and informative two weeks. Call us at:   866-311-5045 Email us at: info@distinctive-destinations.com