Experience the grandeur of Russia's most famous cities Moscow and St. Petersburg. Visit Moscow's Red Square and the Kremlin. In St. Petersburg, journey back to the time of Catherine the Great, as you explore her palace, and the Hermitage. You'll also see another side of Russia as you journey to traditional villages and quaint towns along the Waterways of the Czars, including Uglich and Yaroslavl, as well as the open-air museum of Kizhi Island.

Our guides show you historic sites and hidden treasures. Waterway of the Czars is a 13-day/12-night cruise. Sail aboard a ship designed for taking in the picturesque riverside landscapes, whether through the restaurant's panoramic windows, from the sun deck or open-air promenade decks, or from the comfort of your private, river-view cabin. Our onboard meals offer a choice of entrees, regional specialties and traditional favorites. Or, you may choose to sail aboard our $6 million fully-refurbished, all-deluxe ship, Viking Surkov.

Our English-speaking guides will take you to famous landmarks as well as hidden gems. Enjoy a traditional Russian tea and lectures on history, current affairs and Russian culture. Visit elegant palaces, architectural masterpieces and a fairy-tale church, and explore one of the world's most renowned collections of fine art.