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St Croix, US Virgin Islands

Port schedule.

St Croix, US Virgin Islands cruise ship port calendar shows all scheduled arrival and departure dates in a timetable format. The cruise calendar displays the ship’s estimated time of arrival including related information such as how crowded is the port, as well as the ship’s next port-of-call.

The following timetable provides valuable information and keeps track of the future cruise ship arrivals from all major cruise lines. In order to find out more about the cruise ship itineraries such as ports, dates, and arrival/departure times just follow the ship’s link.

• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 13 May 2024 - 08:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 20 May 2024 - 08:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 27 May 2024 - 08:00
• Adventure Of The Seas 4.058 passengers 27 May 2024 - 08:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 03 Jun 2024 - 08:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 10 Jun 2024 - 08:00
• Norwegian Jade 2.882 passengers 11 Jun 2024 - 11:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 17 Jun 2024 - 08:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 24 Jun 2024 - 08:00
• Adventure Of The Seas 4.058 passengers 25 Jun 2024 - 08:00
• Norwegian Jade 2.882 passengers 25 Jun 2024 - 11:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 01 Jul 2024 - 08:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 08 Jul 2024 - 08:00
• Norwegian Jade 2.882 passengers 09 Jul 2024 - 11:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 15 Jul 2024 - 08:00
• Adventure Of The Seas 4.058 passengers 22 Jul 2024 - 08:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 22 Jul 2024 - 08:00
• Norwegian Jade 2.882 passengers 23 Jul 2024 - 11:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 29 Jul 2024 - 08:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 05 Aug 2024 - 08:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 13 May 2024 - 17:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 20 May 2024 - 17:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 27 May 2024 - 17:00
• Adventure Of The Seas 4.058 passengers 27 May 2024 - 18:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 03 Jun 2024 - 17:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 10 Jun 2024 - 17:00
• Norwegian Jade 2.882 passengers 11 Jun 2024 - 19:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 17 Jun 2024 - 17:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 24 Jun 2024 - 17:00
• Adventure Of The Seas 4.058 passengers 25 Jun 2024 - 18:00
• Norwegian Jade 2.882 passengers 25 Jun 2024 - 19:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 01 Jul 2024 - 17:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 08 Jul 2024 - 17:00
• Norwegian Jade 2.882 passengers 09 Jul 2024 - 19:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 15 Jul 2024 - 17:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 22 Jul 2024 - 17:00
• Adventure Of The Seas 4.058 passengers 22 Jul 2024 - 18:00
• Norwegian Jade 2.882 passengers 23 Jul 2024 - 19:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 29 Jul 2024 - 17:00
• Rhapsody Of The Seas 2.431 passengers 05 Aug 2024 - 17:00

VIRGIN ISLANDS PORT AUTHORITY

Gateways to the United States Virgin Islands and its Economy

CRUISE SHIP SCHEDULES United States Virgin Islands

Austin "Babe" Monsanto Marine Terminal,

West Indian Company Limited Dock (WICO), Havensight, St. Thomas

FREDERIKSTED

Ann E. Abramson Marine Facility, Frederiksted, St. Croix

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GET YOUR RUM ON

Cruzam Rum Distillery, St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands

Taste your way through the history of rum on St. Croix as you tour the Captain Morgan and Cruzan Rum distilleries, where you’ll learn about the process of making the Caribbean’s favorite spirit.

FORTIFIED FINDS

Canon Fort Frederik, St. Croix, U.S. Virgin Islands

Check out the hard-to-miss yellow brick Fort Christiansvaern in Christiansted for a vivid history lesson— it’s the best preserved Danish-built fort in the Virgin Islands. You can also visit an art gallery and several historical exhibits in Frederiksted’s Fort Frederik.

A BETTER POINT OF VIEW

Point Udall is the easternmost point in the United States. It’s about a half-hour drive from Christiansted, but well worth the journey— once you arrive at the rocky bluff, you can wander up a paved road to the overlook for the best views on the island.

LOCAL CUISINE

St. Croix’s culinary scene is as diverse as its landscape. Stop in at any small local eatery and you’ll find fresh seafood dishes, like Cruzan Style Gundy (balls of ground herring and spices), that nod to French, Thai and Dutch cuisine— with plenty of West Indian spice and favorites like conch fritters. You’ll also find boardwalk bars serving traditional American fare, like hamburgers with rum punch.

There’s no shortage of interesting dive shops in either Christiansted or Frederiksted. But the best places to shop in St. Croix are the duty-free shops offering jewelry, liquor, clothing and souvenirs.

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Only on St. Croix for a day while your cruise ship is in port? There's so much to see, do and explore on St. Croix and we're happy to help you pack it all in! Whether it's relaxing on a sun-drenched beach just steps from the cruise ship pier, shopping for the perfect piece of jewelry or souvenir in our historic towns of Christiansted or Frederiksted, or enjoying an afternoon of water sports or land adventures, we know you'll have fun no matter what you do. We know that you'll fall in love with our island when you see all it has to offer for your next Caribbean vacation, so come enjoy all the sights, sounds, tastes, smells and sensations of St. Croix!

CRUISE SHIP CALENDAR

03 | virgin voyages: valiant lady |  8:00am - 10:00pm, 10 | royal caribbean: adventure of the seas | 8:00am - 6:00pm, 11 | royal caribbean: vision of the seas |  11:30am - 6:00pm, 17 | virgin voyages: valiant lady | 8:00am - 10:00pm, 21 | carnival: sunshine | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 24 | royal caribbean: adventure of the seas | 8:00am - 6:00pm, 29 | marella: discovery |  7:00am - 4:00pm, 31 | royal caribbean: vision of the seas |  8:00am - 6:00pm, 31 | virgin voyages: valiant lady |  8:00am - 10:00pm, 12 | norwegian: jade |  11:00am - 7:00pm, 14 | virgin voyages: valiant lady |  8:00am - 10:00pm, 15 | norwegian: epic |  6:00am - 1:00pm, 19 | marella: discovery |  7:00am - 4:00pm, 20 | celebrity: apex |  8:00am - 6:00pm, 21 | royal caribbean: adventure of the seas |  8:00am - 6:00pm, 28 | royal caribbean: vision of the seas |  8:00am - 6:00pm, 28 | virgin voyages: valiant lady |  8:00am - 10:00pm, 11 | marella: discovery |  7:00am - 4:00pm, 13 | virgin voyages: valiant lady |  8:00am - 10:00pm, 14 | ritz-carlton: evrima |  8:00am - 10:00pm, 20 | royal caribbean: adventure of the seas |  8:00am - 6:00pm, 25 | celebrity: summit |  8:00am - 5:00pm, 27 | royal caribbean: vision of the seas |  8:00am - 6:00pm, 27 | virgin voyages: valiant lady |  8:00am - 10:00pm, 3 | royal caribbean: adventure of the seas | 8:00am - 6:00pm, 8 | marella: discovery | 7:00am - 4:00pm, 10 | virgin voyages: valiant lady | 8:00am - 6:00pm, 17 | royal caribbean: adventure of the seas | 8:00am - 6:00pm, 6 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 13 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 20 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 27 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 27 | royal caribbean: adventure of the seas | 8:00am - 6:00pm, 3 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 10 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 11 | norwegian: jade | 11:00am - 7:00pm, 17 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 24 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 25 | royal caribbean: adventure of the seas | 8:00am - 6:00pm, 25 | norwegian: jade | 11:00am - 7:00pm, 1 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 8 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 9 | norwegian: jade | 11:00am - 7:00pm, 15 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 22 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 22 | royal caribbean: adventure of the seas | 8:00am - 6:00pm, 23 | norwegian: jade | 11:00am - 7:00pm, 29 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 5 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 6 | norwegian: jade | 11:00am - 7:00pm, 12 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 19 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 26 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 2 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 9 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 16 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 23 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, 30 | royal caribbean: rhapsody of the seas | 8:00am - 5:00pm, welcome to st. croix.

As a cruise ship passenger, you'll be arriving at the Ann E. Abramson Marine Facility, or the Frederiksted Pier as the locals call it. Located in the heart of Frederiksted, is the only cruise ship port on St. Croix, US Virgin Islands.  ​ The pier is a popular destination for scuba diving, snorkeling, fishing, and much more.  However, access to the pier is restricted when there is a cruise ship in port, and only ship passengers and crew are allowed onto the pier. Snorkeling, scuba diving, and swimming around the pier are not allowed when there is a ship docked both for the public's safety and for the security of the ship.

As you disembark, you'll find shopping, restaurants, tour operators and attractions within walking distance. You'll also find ground transportation and tours are available from the pier to historical sites, beaches, and other excursions. We recommend you book your transportation and tours in advance as many fill up when a cruise ship is in port.

St. Croix is known for our world class scuba diving, but here you can also enjoy sailing, snorkeling, sport fishing, kayaking, and lots of different water sports. Plus, no visit to St. Croix is complete without a trip to Buck Island! On land, everything from golf to horseback riding can be found here on St. Croix. Try hiking one of our many trails, visit the national parks, take an ATV or zip line tour, and visit the local distilleries. Or, learn about the unique Crucian culture and history by taking a guided tour or visiting some of our historic attractions. 

All of these activities and more can be found on our PLAY page!

We recommend that you book in advance to be sure to reserve a space and to ensure  that your activity will fit within your cruise ships sailing schedule. 

The Virgin Islands Port Authority issues a copy of the Cruise Ship Schedule prior to each sailing season.

St. Croix is the largest of the three US Virgin Islands and as a US Territory, the official language is English, and the currency used is the US dollar. The locals on St. Croix are called Crucians, sometimes spelled ‘Cruzan’. Crucians are very friendly, but are reserved people. Behavior that is loud and boisterous is often times frowned upon. A smile and a greeting such as ‘good evening’ will surely help you fit in. 

The US Virgin Islands are part of the Antilles chain which separates the Caribbean and Atlantic. St. Croix is 28 miles long and 7 miles wide. This intriguing jewel lies 17°45′ North latitude and 64°45′ West longitude and is considered to be one of the most beautiful resort areas in the Caribbean. We are on Atlantic Standard time, which makes us one hour ahead of Eastern Standard time in winter months when you set your clocks back one hour. 

Additional Travel Information

• Get details on  passport, immigration and customs requirements and duty-free allowances.
• Find out about options for car rentals and taxi services for getting around the island.
• See  travel basics and tips , for more information about visiting St. Croix.

For all this and more, including our FAQs, please visit our PLAN page!

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Tap Deck Bar & Billiards

Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts

Molly’s

Gecko’s Island Adventures

Equus Riding Tours

Cruzan Cowgirls

West End Water Sports

Sea Thru Kayaks and Paddlesport Adventures

Down South Charters

St. Croix Ultimate Bluewater Adventures (SCUBA)

Historic Frederiksted Walking Tours

St. George Village Botanical Gardens

Sweeny’s Tours

Polly’s at the Pier

Cane Bay Dive Shop

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Cruising the Moskva River: A short guide to boat trips in Russia’s capital

There’s hardly a better way to absorb Moscow’s atmosphere than on a ship sailing up and down the Moskva River. While complicated ticketing, loud music and chilling winds might dampen the anticipated fun, this checklist will help you to enjoy the scenic views and not fall into common tourist traps.

How to find the right boat?

There are plenty of boats and selecting the right one might be challenging. The size of the boat should be your main criteria.

Plenty of small boats cruise the Moskva River, and the most vivid one is this yellow Lay’s-branded boat. Everyone who has ever visited Moscow probably has seen it.

This option might leave a passenger disembarking partially deaf as the merciless Russian pop music blasts onboard. A free spirit, however, will find partying on such a vessel to be an unforgettable and authentic experience that’s almost a metaphor for life in modern Russia: too loud, and sometimes too welcoming. Tickets start at $13 (800 rubles) per person.

Bigger boats offer smoother sailing and tend to attract foreign visitors because of their distinct Soviet aura. Indeed, many of the older vessels must have seen better days. They are still afloat, however, and getting aboard is a unique ‘cultural’ experience. Sometimes the crew might offer lunch or dinner to passengers, but this option must be purchased with the ticket. Here is one such  option  offering dinner for $24 (1,490 rubles).

If you want to travel in style, consider Flotilla Radisson. These large, modern vessels are quite posh, with a cozy restaurant and an attentive crew at your service. Even though the selection of wines and food is modest, these vessels are still much better than other boats.

Surprisingly, the luxurious boats are priced rather modestly, and a single ticket goes for $17-$32 (1,100-2,000 rubles); also expect a reasonable restaurant bill on top.

How to buy tickets?

Women holding photos of ships promise huge discounts to “the young and beautiful,” and give personal invitations for river tours. They sound and look nice, but there’s a small catch: their ticket prices are usually more than those purchased online.

“We bought tickets from street hawkers for 900 rubles each, only to later discover that the other passengers bought their tickets twice as cheap!”  wrote  (in Russian) a disappointed Rostislav on a travel company website.

Nevertheless, buying from street hawkers has one considerable advantage: they personally escort you to the vessel so that you don’t waste time looking for the boat on your own.

Prices start at $13 (800 rubles) for one ride, and for an additional $6.5 (400 rubles) you can purchase an unlimited number of tours on the same boat on any given day.

Flotilla Radisson has official ticket offices at Gorky Park and Hotel Ukraine, but they’re often sold out.

Buying online is an option that might save some cash. Websites such as  this   offer considerable discounts for tickets sold online. On a busy Friday night an online purchase might be the only chance to get a ticket on a Flotilla Radisson boat.

This  website  (in Russian) offers multiple options for short river cruises in and around the city center, including offbeat options such as ‘disco cruises’ and ‘children cruises.’ This other  website  sells tickets online, but doesn’t have an English version. The interface is intuitive, however.

Buying tickets online has its bad points, however. The most common is confusing which pier you should go to and missing your river tour.

“I once bought tickets online to save with the discount that the website offered,” said Igor Shvarkin from Moscow. “The pier was initially marked as ‘Park Kultury,’ but when I arrived it wasn’t easy to find my boat because there were too many there. My guests had to walk a considerable distance before I finally found the vessel that accepted my tickets purchased online,” said the man.

There are two main boarding piers in the city center:  Hotel Ukraine  and  Park Kultury . Always take note of your particular berth when buying tickets online.

Where to sit onboard?

Even on a warm day, the headwind might be chilly for passengers on deck. Make sure you have warm clothes, or that the crew has blankets ready upon request.

The glass-encased hold makes the tour much more comfortable, but not at the expense of having an enjoyable experience.

Getting off the boat requires preparation as well. Ideally, you should be able to disembark on any pier along the way. In reality, passengers never know where the boat’s captain will make the next stop. Street hawkers often tell passengers in advance where they’ll be able to disembark. If you buy tickets online then you’ll have to research it yourself.

There’s a chance that the captain won’t make any stops at all and will take you back to where the tour began, which is the case with Flotilla Radisson. The safest option is to automatically expect that you’ll return to the pier where you started.

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• St. Petersburg - Moscow Cruise

This 8-day Russian river cruise by luxury ship will take you to the jewels of Russia - St. Petersburg and Moscow as well as the most significant towns between these 2 magnificent cities: Mandrogui village, Kizhi island with its amazing wooden architecture and Uglich and Goritsy with their tranquil, country atmosphere.

• Route St. Petersburg - Mandrogui - Kizhi - Goritsy - Uglich - Moscow
• Languages English-speaking guide is guaranteed. Other languages are on request.
• Cruise Ship 5-star cruise ship MS Rostropovich
• Group Tour This is a group tour. There will be other people in your group.

This is a great Russian river cruise on a comfortable 4-star ship that will take you to St. Petersburg and Moscow and the most significant places between these 2 cities: Mandrogui village, Kizhi island with its amazing wooden architecture and Uglich and Goritsy with their tranquil atmosphere.

• Route St. Petersburg - Mandrogui- Kizhi - Goritsy - Uglich - Moscow
• Cruise Ship 4-star cruise ship: MS Crucelake

This is our shortest St. Petersburg to Moscow cruise and it is a perfect choice for those who have already been to Moscow and St. Petersburg and would like to explore the small, charming towns lying between the Two Capitals.

• Route St. Petersburg - Shlisselburg - Valaam - Svirstroy/Lodeynoe Pole - Mandrogui - Kizhi - Kuzino - Myshkin - Uglich - Moscow
• Cruise Ship 3-star cruise ships: MS Swan Lake, MS Moonlight Sonata

This is our most popular St. Petersburg to Moscow cruise. Besides in depth visits to St. Petersburg and Moscow, the cruise covers all the most important areas between the two capitals: Mandrogui - a colorful village famous for local handicrafts, amazing Kizhi Island with its beautiful nature and wooden architecture, as well as the ancient towns of Goritsy, Yaroslavl, and Uglich.

• Route St. Petersburg - Mandrogui - Kizhi - Goritsy - Yaroslavl - Uglich - Moscow
• Cruise Ship 3-star cruise ships: MS Zosima Shashkov

This is a classic St. Petersburg - Moscow cruises that takes you to the Two Capitals as well a number of charming ancient towns on the way: Mandrogui village, Kizhi island, Goritsy, Yaroslavl, and Uglich.

• Cruise Ship 4-star cruise ships:, MS Nikolay Chernyshevsky, MS Nizhny Novgorod, MS Konstantin Fedin, MS Sankt-Peterburg, MS Kronshtadt

This St. Petersburg to Moscow cruise is a great way to discover Russia. The cruise includes in-depth visits to Russia’s two capitals and also makes stops at all of the important sites along the route including Mandrogui - a colorful village famous for local handicrafts, amazing Kizhi Island with its beautiful nature and wooden architecture, as well as the ancient towns of Goritsy, Yaroslavl, and Uglich.

This 11-day St. Petersburg to Moscow cruise covers all the important places: Mandrogui - a colorful village famous for local handicrafts, amazing Kizhi Island, as well as the ancient towns of Goritsy, Yaroslavl, and Uglich.

• Cruise Ship 3-star cruise ship: MS Moonlight Sonata

This 8-day Russian river cruise on a luxury ship takes you to Russia’s two capitals – Moscow and St. Petersburg, as well as to the ancient towns of Uglich and Goritsy, Kizhi island with its outstanding wooden architecture, and Mandrogui village, famous for traditional handicrafts, and Valaam archipielago with its amazing monastary.

• Route St. Petersburg - Valaam - Mandrogui - Kizhi - Goritsy - Uglich - Moscow
• Cruise Ship 5-star cruise ship MS Mustai Karim

We would like to thank you very much for making the arrangements for our river cruise from St. Petersburg to Moscow in Sept-Oct. We were very pleased with every aspect of the cruise. The accommodation and the meals were excellent, the staff very knowledgeable & courteous, the quality of the tours was excellent. We found the lectures on the boat very interesting & everything possible was done to make sure the tourists had a wonderful experience. Thank you, too, for arranging the hotel for us the night before the cruise. It was in a great location & very comfortable. All aspects of the trip were wonderful & it was great value for money spent. Our sincere thanks.

We just wanted to thank you again for your help in setting up our Russian cruise. We've appreciated your support all the way through - from taking us through the complex paperwork of the visa application to talking to our taxi driver in St Petersburg to make sure that we were in the right place. Great service! We absolutely loved the cruise! We learned a lot, relaxed a lot and were dazzled by beautiful cities and landscapes. We couldn't have asked for a better introduction to Russia. Thanks again!

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This St. Petersburg cruise to Moscow Cruise is a great combination of ancient Russian cities, famous for their history, architecture and art. Travel along the magnificent Volga River that links these 2 beautiful and historic cities. Port calls include the Russian capital Moscow , Saint Petersburg , Kizhi , Goritsy and Uglich . The river cruise ship will take you along the Neva River , Lake Ladoga ,the Svir River , Lake Onega , the Baltic canal , White Lake and the Volga River . The beauty of the countryside will make your trip unforgettable. Come to Russia in the summer of 2021 with Express to Russia.

Frequently Asked Questions From Our Travelers

A russian land tour or a river cruise - which is better.

This decision completely depends on your preferred way of travelling. During the Russian river cruise you will not only visit the two largest cities of Russia, but also small towns and villages along the route and you will have a chance to participate in master classes, learn a little Russian language and dive into local Russian culture and hospitality. For those who prefer custom-made programs and more free time in the cities of their choice we recommend a land tour, both are excellent options. To find out more about the differences click here .

Do I need a visa for a Russian River Cruise?

If your citizenship is not on the list of countries with visa-free access to Russia, you will need a valid Russian visa. Please make sure to start the process in a timely manner, so as to avoid any last-minute pressure. More details on Russian Visas can be found here .

What is the best Russian river cruise line?

There are several Russian river cruise lines. Each cruise line offers a number of ships and programs at different price ranges. You call feel confident in choosing any of them. All of these cruise lines are well trusted and have been in business for a long time. We also recommend checking guests' reviews and asking our reservation specialist for more details regarding any concerns.

How far in advance should I book a Russian river cruise?

Usually the cruise operating companies set their schedules and prices well in advance - at least one year before the actual cruise starts. So, we may recommend that you book your cruise and place a deposit as early as possible so that you have enough time to arrange all other components of your journey. Please also note that cruise cabins sell out quickly, so it is always a good idea to book your cabin of choice in advance.

What should I pack for a Russian River Cruise?

The weather here can be unpredictable. So first of all it is important to have comfortable clothes and some wind/waterproof items. We highly recommend that you check our new article that contains full information on packing for a Russian river cruise .

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Russia uses 220V voltage as does most of Europe. So before packing your devices, do not forget to take a proper adapter, so you may recharge all of your devices with no stress. For more information please see our useful tips .

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Moscow (Russia)

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Region Russia Rivers

Local Time 2024-05-07 23:32

Moscow is a Volga River cruise port, Russia's capital and largest city (population over 12,2 million, metro 17 million). Moscow City covers a total area of approx 2610 km 2 (970 mi2). By population, the city is ranked the world's 14th largest. Moscow is one of the Russian Federation's all 3 federal cities - together with St Petersburg and Sevastopol .

Being Russian Federation's capital, Moscow is a major economic, political, scientific and cultural center, as well as Europe's biggest city.

According to Forbes 2013, Moscow has been ranked as the 9th most expensive city in the world by Mercer and has one of the largest urban economies, being ranked as an alpha global city according to Globalization and World Cities Research Network. It is also one of the fastest-growing tourist destinations in the world according to MasterCard Global Destination Cities Index. Moscow is the northernmost and the coldest megacity and metropolis on the Earth. It's home to Ostankino Tower, the tallest free-standing European structure; the Federation Tower, the tallest European skyscraper; and the Moscow International Business Center. 

Moscow is situated on Moskva River in the Central Federal District of European Russia, which makes it the most populated inland city in the world. Moscow city is well known for architecture, particularly its historic buildings like Saint Basil's Cathedral. With over 40% of its territory covered by greenery, it's one of the greenest capitals and major cities in Europe and the world. Moscow is the seat of power of the Russian Government, being the site of Moscow Kremlin, a medieval city-fortress that is now the residence of the President of Russia. Moscow Kremlin and Red Square are among the several World Heritage Sites in the city. 

Moscow has 2 passenger terminals, North River Terminal (Rechnoy vokzal) and South River Terminal. The regular ship routes and cruises along Moskva and Oka rivers are used mostly for entertainment. North River Terminal (1937-built) is currently the main hub for long-range routes along the river. There are 3 freight ports that serve Moscow.

In late-July 2021 the city announced plans to incorporate a fleet (unspecified number) of fully electric passenger ferries into its public transportation network from summer 2022, the goal being to reduce the dependence on cars.

• The boats are designed with length ~22 m (72 ft), passenger capacity 42, modern amenities (Wi-Fi, USB charging points, tables for working commuters), spaces for storing scooters and bicycles.
• Moscow Transport confirmed that two routes (with max daily capacity ~16,000 passengers) have already been mapped out.
• Passengers will be able to pay via bank cards, the city’s Troika card (smart card for travel by any public transportation) or biometric payment cards. Those with monthly/yearly public transit tickets will use the boats at no extra cost.
• The new electric ferry service is up to 5 times faster (in comparison to other city public transports) and ~2 times faster than by car.

Moscow cruise terminal

Moscow's cruise terminal is called North River Terminal or River Station  ("Rechnoy Vokzal" / "речной вокзал").

The terminal was opened in 1937 and is one of 2 passenger terminals (the other being South River Terminal) of the city's river transport. North River Terminal is the main hub for long-range (including cruise) shipping routes. 

South River Terminal (above photo) was opened in 1985.

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