Imperial Waterways of Russia

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1 Imperial Waterways of Russia accompanied by Rev. Tony MacNaughton, pastor Hildale Park Presbyterian Church, Cedar Knolls September 14-27, 2012 Follow the path of Peter the Great from Moscow to St. Petersburg and discover the heart of Russia The Volga River, Europe s largest and longest waterway, holds a special place in Russian history and in the hearts and minds of the Russian people. An important aquatic highway since Medieval times, the Volga has long served as a major route of trade, settlement and conquest. Peter the Great sailed along the Volga from Moscow to St. Petersburg approximately 300 years ago on a quest to bring Russia out of the Dark Ages. And centuries worth of Russian music and literature reflect the people s deep feeling for the river. Now it s your turn to discover the rich history and traditions along the imperial waterways of Russia. Your journey starts in Moscow, where you ll stand in awe of world-famous sights such as Red Square; the Kremlin; and the iconic, onion-domed St. Basil s Cathedral. Cruise along the Golden Ring to some of Russia s most beautiful cities - including Uglich and Yaroslavl, which are known for their white stone churches and gorgeous monasteries. Your journey ends in enchanting St. Petersburg, Peter the Great s Window on the West. Elegant architectural styles of all epochs such as Catherine s Palace and the Hermitage Museum will bring you up close to the rich traditions and royal history of Russia. Of course, no trip to Russia is complete without an enchanting evening at the Russian Ballet. Cost Per Person, Double Occupancy Category Deck Cabin Price. 6 Onega Riverview $ Moskva Riverview $ Moskva Riverview $ Neva Balcony $ Neva Balcony $ Volga Balcony $ Single rate is $ additional, limited availability. Air tax and security fees are subject to change until ticketed. Price per person: Cruise fare Port charges U.S. Transfers Ship Transfers Airfare Air tax & fees TBA TBA Airfare is round trip from Newark or JFK Airport - approx. $ each. Transfers are round trip from Hildale Park church. Travel arrangements by: 96 Ridgedale Ave Cedar Knolls, NJ info@longstravel.com

2 Included Features 12-night cruise in a riverview stateroom on the NEW River Victoria All meals onboard, prepared using the finest and freshest ingredients 12 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 12 dinners 10 shore excursions, fully hosted by English-speaking local guides Quietvox portable audio headset system on all shore excursions Captivating onboard local entertainment Signature Lecture A special evening at the ballet in St. Petersburg Captain s Welcome Gala and Farewell Dinner An experienced Cruise Manager and attentive, English-speaking staff Who will enjoy this cruise: Travelers looking to experience a grand tour of Russia that includes some of the world s finest art and distinctive architecture, as well as visits to tucked-away villages with Old World charm and warm, friendly people. Itinerary Sept. 14 Depart A transfer to the airport from Cedar Knolls is included. Your overnight flight departs. Details will be forthcoming. Sept. 15 Moscow Arrive at the Moscow airport and transfer to the ship. Relax in your comfortable cabin before dinner. (D) Sept. 16 Moscow Featured Excursion: Moscow city tour Your panoramic city tour includes the most remarkable city sights, such as Red Square, St. Basil s Cathedral, Novodevichy (New Maiden) Convent, and impressive Tverskaya Street. (BB, L, Captain s Welcome Gala) Sept. 17 Moscow Featured Excursions: Kremlin with Armory Museum Visit the Kremlin a self-contained 15th-century city with palaces, armories, 15th- and 17th-century cathedrals, and a Medieval fortress. You ll also explore the Kremlin s Armory Museum home of treasures from the Czar s coronation robes to the famous Fabergé Eggs. Enjoy an afternoon at leisure with shuttle bus service provided between the ship and city center. (BB, L, D) Sept. 18 Moscow Enjoy an entire day at leisure. Return to the sights that caught your eye on your panoramic tour. Shuttle bus service will be provided between the ship and the city center. (BB, L, D) Sept. 19 Cruising the Moscow Canal and Volga River Featured Excursion: Uglich with Church of St. Dimitry on the Blood Cruise the Moscow Canal before arriving in Uglich, a delightful Golden Ring city. Visit the Church of St. Dimitry, built to honor the slain son of Ivan the Terrible, and spend some free time browsing the local market area, replete with small shops and the stalls of local artisans. (BB, L, D) Sept. 20 Cruising Lake Rybinsk Featured Excursions: Yaroslavl, heart of the Golden Ring Yaroslavl is considered one of Russia s most beautiful cities. You ll visit the town s exquisite Church of Elijah the Prophet and delight in a tasting of local produce at the farmers' market. (BB, L, D) Sept. 21 Goritsy Featured Excursion: Experience Russian daily life Experience how locals live as you learn how traditions and handicraft techniques are preserved during a visit to the Children s House of Arts and Crafts. Take in a wood construction workshop, and then stroll the grounds of 14th-century St. Cyrill of the White Lake Monastery. (BB, L, D) Sept. 22 Cruising Lake Onega Featured Excursion: Kizhi Open Air Museum with 18th-century Transfiguration Church Sail on Lake Onega to Kizhi Island, whose famous Open Air Museum is a UNESCO World Heritage Site containing the awe-inspiring Transfiguration Church, which is built entirely from wood. (BB, L, D) Continued on next page..

3 Sept. 23 Cruising the Svir River, Mandrogi Featured Excursion: Mandrogi village walking tour with shashlik picnic lunch ashore Visit the reconstructed 18th-century village of Mandrogi, which brings Russia s past vibrantly to life. Peek inside its wooden houses to observe craftsmen making matryoshkas, lace, and ceramics. Cap the afternoon off with a traditional shashlik picnic. (BB, L, D) Sept. 24 St. Petersburg Featured Excursions: St. Petersburg panoramic city tour and evening ballet at the Alexandrinsky Theatre Enjoy a panoramic city tour of enchanting St. Petersburg, taking in all of the majestic sights, such as Nevsky Prospect, Palace Square and Winter Palace, the Church of the Resurrection, St. Issac s, and so much more. During the evening, be treated to a spectacular Russian ballet at the Alexandrinsky Theater. (BB, L, D) Sept. 25 St. Petersburg Featured Excursion: Hermitage Museum in the Winter Palace Be amazed as you tour the world-famous Hermitage Museum, which is housed in one of the world s largest palaces. The museum contains over a thousand rooms and features nearly three million works of art by masters including Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. (BB, L, Captain s Farewell Dinner) Sept. 26 St. Petersburg Featured Excursion: Catherine Palace and Park in Pushkin Travel to nearby Pushkin to visit lavish Catherine Palace and Park, a masterpiece of Russian Rococo architecture unrivaled in luxury and scale. (BB, L, D) Sept. 27 Depart St. Petersburg Disembark the ship and transfer to St. Petersburg s Pulkovo Airport for your flight home. A transfer from Newark Airport to Cedar Knolls is included. (CB/BB) Conditions A deposit of $ ($ with insurance) per person is due along with the completed application. Please make your check payable to Long s Travel. Final payment is due June 10, Cancellation Penalties Per Person Cancellations up to June 10, 2012; $ per person. Cancellations from June 11 to July 10, 2012; 35% of total price. Cancellations from July 11 to August 10, 2012; 50% of total price. Cancellations after August 10, 2012; 100% of total price. Cancellation Insurance Cancellation/trip protection must be purchased at time of booking. The cost is $ per person. Cancellation penalties listed above do not apply if you have to cancel for a covered reason. Once purchased, the insurance premium is non-refundable. Responsibilities Long s Travel, Hildale Park Presbyterian Church & Reverend Tony MacNaughton act as agents only and cannot be held responsible for any loss, delay, property damage, personal injury you may suffer or incur on any component of this tour. Space Availability Cabin space has been reserved in the categories shown but are subject to availability due to previous bookings. Early reservations are recommended to guarantee space in the cabin of your choice. Requirements A passport valid until March 30, 2013 is required for this trip. A visa for Russia is required. Visa fee is not included. 96 Ridgedale Avenue Cedar Knolls, NJ info@longstravel.com

4 RIVER VICTORIA An elegant NEW boutique cruise ship Beautifully appointed riverview staterooms and suites have hotel beds draped in fine linens. Staterooms and suites on the Neva and Volga decks have full private balconies. Stateroom and suite amenities include: individual climate-control thermostat, telephone, and flat-screen TV with satellite. The bathroom has high quality bath and body products. Public areas include: Chagall Lounge with full-service bar, Katarina Bar with outdoor patio, Pushkin Restaurant with panoramic views, sun deck patio with lounge chairs, fitness room, massage room, boutique, Internet corner, library/reading room, and elevator. Additional ship amenities: 24-hour reception service, complimentary 24-hour specialty coffee and tea bar, doctor onboard, and wireless Internet access in public areas. The ship was inaugurated in It is 423 feet long and has 4 decks, 93 staterooms ranging in size from square feet. The currency on board is the ruble. Electric current is 220 volts.

5 Waterways of Russia 96 Ridgedale Avenue Cedar Knolls, NJ September 14-27, 2012 Enclosed please find a deposit of $ ($ with insurance) per person for person(s) for the Hildale Park Riverboat cruise. Make checks payable to Long s Travel and mail to address above. PLEASE PRINT Name:_(First) (Middle) (Last) (as it appears on your passport) Send a copy if you can Birthday / / Passport #: Issue Date / / Expires / / (m) (d) (y) (m) (d) ( y) (m) (d) (y) Issuing Agency: City, US Department of State or National Passport Agency Citizenship: Name:_(First) (Middle) (Last) (as it appears on your passport) Send a copy if you can Birthday / / Passport #: Issue Date / / Expires / / (m) (d) (y) (m) (d) (y) (m) (d) (y) Issuing Agency: City, US Department of State or National Passport Agency Citizenship: Address: Apt: Zip Home phone: Cell phone: Rooming with if not shown above: Emergency Contact: Phone: I wish to purchase the insurance. YES NO Cabin Category: Have you traveled with Uniworld before? Yes No Do you have special dietary needs? Yes No Do you have medical / physical limitations that would prevent you from walking tours on shore? Yes No Are you bringing a wheelchair, walker or cane? Please circle. Airline Seat Request: (can not be guaranteed) Complete credit card information below if you wish to pay final amount by credit card. Your card will not be processed for final payment until June 10, Card holder name - print Credit Card # Exp date: / Authorization #: Billing address of credit card if different than address above: I authorize the deposit and final payment to be charged to my credit card on the due date. Signature: Date: / /