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Witness a sweeping landscape of cultural riches and historic wonders on this fascinating cruise that combines Italian Sojourn , Venice, the Adriatic & Greece and Ancient Mediterranean Treasures . Sail around Italy’s boot, discover breathtaking Croatia and medieval Montenegro, and walk among ancient ruins in Ephesus and Troy. Overnights in Venice, Athens and Istanbul afford you ample time to delve into the eastern Mediterranean’s famed and hidden treasures.

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Part I – A Viking Cruise – Venice, The Adriatic and Greece

• Post author: James
• Post published: August 3, 2022
• Post category: Viking / Europe

Please note that the opinions expressed in this article are entirely  our own, and we have not been compensated in any way for these opinions.

We have been on several river cruises with Viking, including sailings on the Rhine, Main and Danube Rivers.  All of the river cruises have been excellent, and if you have not sailed on a Viking River cruise, we encourage you to give it a try.  You can find articles about some of our river cruise experiences here, under the Viking Tab.

In October of 2021 we decided to again join Viking on an Ocean cruise, this time in the Mediterranean. 

Viking Cruises

Before we discuss the cruise itinerary, you may appreciate some general information about Viking.  Founded in 1997, Viking Cruises has grown to be the world’s leading river cruise line and has expanded to include an ocean fleet that now sails around the world.  In 2022, Viking launched new expedition voyages, sailing to Antarctica, the Arctic and North America’s Great Lakes.  Also in 2022, Viking will expand its destination-focused travel experiences with the launch of Mississippi River cruises.  You can see all of their cruise options on their site here.

We have written a few previous articles that you may wish to peruse that will help you understand what to expect when sailing with Viking.

If you would like to understand the differences between sailing with Viking on an ocean cruise as opposed to a river cruise, then this article, Viking Cruises – River versus Ocean   can help you understand those differences.

If you would like information regarding life on board one of a Viking’s Ocean ships, we cover those details within our previous article, Iceland’s Natural Beauty – A Viking Ocean Cruise .   

We also know that first time cruisers may have many more questions about what to expect during the cruise itself.  You can find some additional information in another article, Viking Cruises Frequently Asked Questions

Venice, The Adriatic and Greece – Itinerary

Now that we have discussed some general information, let’s get started with the cruise itinerary.  The cruise we sailed on was called the Iconic Adriatic Antiquities .  The Iconic Adriatic Antiquities cruise actually consists of two back-to-back ocean cruises. The first cruise and the focus of this article, is Venice, The Adriatic and Greece , which sails from Venice to Athens. You can click this link that covers the  second cruise, Journey to Antiquities , which sails from Athens to Rome.

Embarkation

While our ocean cruise started in Venice, we spent Four Days in Florence and Tuscany   before traveling to Venice.  If you would like more information on that pre-cruise extension, please click on the link to that article.

Upon arriving in Venice, we were taken by bus to the Venice Cruise Terminal for the check-in process.  Italy no longer allows cruise ships to dock at the terminal itself. They have determined that the large ships have caused too much damage to the fragile channels and adjacent buildings.  As a result, ships must now dock miles away from the city, at less picturesque spots.  Our ship was docked in Fusina, about 30 minutes away by bus.

TIP: Cruise ships may be docked at a number of docks up and down the coast, so be sure to check the specific docking information for your cruise before arrival.  Some docks can be up to an hour away from Venice.  However, you may still need to go to the old cruise port for processing before being bused to your ship for embarkation.

The infrastructure for processing cruise passengers did not exist at Fusina, where our ship was docked, so the embarkation process was still being performed in the Venice Cruise Terminal.  Since we traveled while health protocols were still in place, the Italian government conducted an on-site antigen test prior to boarding.  It took several hours to be processed by both Italy and Viking before being transferred to the ship.  You may want to have a good meal (or take some snacks) before going to the terminal, since the check-in process could be lengthy.

We boarded our ship, the Viking Jupiter, around 2 PM.  Upon arrival to our stateroom, we found the Viking Daily newsletter on our coffee table.  This newsletter is delivered each evening throughout the cruise and provides information regarding the events for the next day, including meeting times for excursions, along with other general announcements. Above is a picture of the Viking Daily we received on the first day.

After unpacking we headed out to explore the ship and grab a bite to eat.  Since it was now around 2:30 PM, the only restaurant open was the pool bar, and there were quite a few people ahead of us.  So, we just decided to return to our room and order room service, which is available 24 hours a day.

After a long day, we relaxed in the Explorer’s Lounge for drinks and then had dinner in the World Café.

Ports of Call

We are both outdoors-type people and like to walk/hike, so we tried to select excursions that tended to lean toward more demanding physical activity.  However, Viking offers plenty of excursions that are not as physically demanding, but still allow folks to see all the iconic sights.  With so many excellent excursions, it was difficult to choose!   But in this article, we are recapping only the activities and excursions that we selected for our itinerary. 

Unfortunately, we really did not have much time in Venice.  We selected an excursion that started early in the morning, but the ‘back on board’ time was 1:30 PM, so we really only had the morning for exploring the city.  Keep in mind that since the ships are docked so far from the city, the commute to and from the ship can be long, and definitely cuts into your time for seeing Venice.  So, if you want more time to explore Venice, we suggest arriving a few days early and exploring Venice on your own.

– At a Glance: St Mark’s Square – We started early (7 AM) and were shuttled back to the Venice Cruise Terminal.  From there, we boarded a small boat and cruised to the Palazzo Cornoldi.  Viewing the sites from the water provides a great perspective of Venice.  Once off the boat, our excellent guide took us across several of the bridges in Venice to St. Mark’s Square. We also visited St. Mark’s Basilica and the grand Campanile Bell Tower, along with the Doge’s Palace.  Due to health protocols at the time, we had to be fully escorted, which meant no free time.  But the upside was that since we traveled in late October, there were very few tourists and Venice was incredibly empty.  

– Sailing Out of Venice – After our tour, we returned to our ship and left port around 2 PM. We chose to have lunch on the Aquavit Terrace so that we could enjoy the spectacular views as we began our cruise.  Later that evening, we enjoyed a fantastic dinner at the Italian specialty restaurant, Manfredi’s.

• Šibenik, Croatia – Most of the time the itinerary for this cruise includes a stop in Split, but our itinerary was a bit different, and stopped in Šibenik instead.  Since the two towns are less than 60 miles apart, many of the main excursions are available from either port.

– Sailing In to Šibenik – We always love to be on deck when the ship sails in to a new port. Usually it is early morning and the views can be stunning.  We loved the sign welcoming us to the town.

– The Krka Waterfalls & the Town of Skradin – The good news if your stop is Šibenik is that the drive to Krka National Park is only about 30 minutes.  We had heard a lot of great things about this park and seen some wonderful photos.  So, it was high on our list of excursions, and the park did not disappoint!

This excursion is rated as ‘Demanding’, since there are a number of steps both leading down the trail to the waterfalls and then back up the top.  These steps can appear daunting, but the guide walked very slowly and stopped frequently.  There were a few people who decided not to take the stairs, opting instead to take in the views from the top.

The trail is really a boardwalk that traverses many small streams with what seems like an endless number of pools and waterfalls.  Once we reached the bottom, we were rewarded with a beautiful view of the terraced Skradinski Buk waterfalls cascading in front of us.  They are truly amazing waterfalls. These 17 cataracts are considered to be among the most beautiful calcium-carbonate waterfalls in Europe, tumbling a total of 150 feet along a 1,312-foot stretch of the river.

After leaving Krka, we took a short drive to the small town of Skradin.  Skradin is a lovely town where we visited the Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary and then had free time to explore the shops and restaurants.  We stopped at a small cafe where we sat outside enjoying coffee and a local pastry before our bus ride back to the ship.

– Šibenik Promenade – After lunch we joined the included 1.5-hour walking tour of Šibenik. One of the highlights of the tour was the Cathedral of St. James, a Roman Catholic Church  built in the 1400’s.  We also walked along the water among the shops and restaurants before returning to the ship.

– Sailing Out of Šibenik – We headed to the Explorer’s Lounge to enjoy the views and a libation as we sailed out of port. It was ‘seafood night’ in the World Café, so later we dined there on crab legs, shrimp and all sorts of delicious seafood dishes.

• Dubrovnik, Croatia –  We had heard so much about Dubrovnik over the years, and we were very excited to finally arrive.  The approach to the city from the water was gorgeous, especially in the early morning light, as another beautiful sunny day awaited us.

– Dubrovnik’s Fortification: A City Wall Walk – One of the amazing features of Dubrovnik is the 1.5 miles of medieval stone wall encircling the town that is still intact.   We ascended the stairway to the top of the wall at the Pile Gate, where the Stradun, Dubrovnik’s famous main street, begins.  Our guide led us on a tour of the entire wall, pointing out all of the sites across Dubrovnik.  We saw the Minčeta Tower, St. John Fortress, Fort Bokar, and Fort Lovrijenac. This excursion was one of the most beautiful of the entire trip.

TIP: The Fortification Wall Walk excursion is rated as ‘demanding’.  While there are steps and the wall walk is 1.5 miles, most of the steps are encountered when ascending to the top of the wall.  Once there, there are some steps both up and down as the elevation of the wall changes, but not too many.  So, if you go slowly, you will likely be able to handle the steps and will probably find that it is not overly demanding.  The views are well worth the effort.

– Dubrovnik Walking Tour – After lunch we joined the included walking tour of Old Town. Starting at Pile Gate, just as we did that morning, we walked down the Stradun, which is a .25-mile marbled main pedestrian way that goes from Pile Gate to the Old Town Port.  Incredible architecture, shops, restaurants and historic buildings line the way.  We also had plenty of free time to explore a little on our own.  Although the excursion is rated as ‘moderate’, it mostly consists of walking on flat surfaces with little elevation changes.

– Game of Thrones – If you are a Game of Thrones fan, there are several sites around Dubrovnik where scenes from the TV series were shot. In fact, you can even book third-party excursions that will take you to many of these locations.  On our two excursions, the guides pointed out several of the famous spots.  The city of Dubrovnik itself was King’s Landing in the series, and a couple of the other sites we saw included Fort Lovrijenac (the Red Keep) and the Jesuit Steps (the Walk of Shame).

Back on board, we decided once again on the World Café for dinner, since the theme was American BBQ.  Again, another delicious meal!

• Kotor, Montenegro – As with most ports of call, we sailed into Kotor early in the morning. The first thing that caught out eye was that the town is surrounded by very tall and steep mountains. After an early World Café breakfast, we headed out for our first excursion.

– Highlights of Montenegro – We decided to start with an optional excursion that would take us out of town on a 5.5-hour tour. We were headed to our first stop, the town of Njeguši.  We were wondering what roads we would take as we left the docking area, since the mountains that surround the town are so steep.  We thought we might head out along the coast before turning inland.

Much to our surprise however, we headed straight up the switchbacks above town on a road that was not much wider than a single lane.  Our guide assured us that our driver was ‘the best’, but it was nonetheless, a bit of a nail-biting ride at first, especially as we passed other buses and large trucks.  We barely squeezed by, and on a few occasions, we even had to back up a short distance and move out of the roadway into some bushes.  Most of the time we were on the inside of the road (against the mountain).  But a few times we were on the outside and looking straight down the mountain. 

As you can see, once we reached the top of the mountain, the views were incredible.  Luckily, we came back down a different, more relaxed route later in the day.

Reaching the town of Njeguši, which was about one hour from the ship, we were able to walk around the small town and sample some local food.  We had a ham and cheese sandwich  with a glass of wine.  As you can see in the picture, it was a delightfully full glass!

We then continued on for about another hour to Cetinje, Montenegro’s former capital.  We had a tour of the town and then visited King Nikola’s Museum.  With some free time, we rested at an outside restaurant and had a cappuccino as we enjoyed yet another beautiful sunny day. 

Upon leaving Cetinje, we drove south to the coast through the summer resort of Budva before arriving back at our ship.

– Walking Tour of Kotor – After lunch we joined a walking tour of Kotor. Since the ship docked right next to Old Town, it was an easy walk to see some of the historic sites, including Kampana Tower and St Nicholas Church.  In the photos, you can also see the steep mountains that surround Kotor.

As we sailed out of Kotor, we had dinner at the Chef’s Table – another incredible meal.

• Corfu, Greece – Another beautiful morning greeted us as we sailed in to the picturesque city of Corfu, Greece. As you can see from the pictures, we had brilliant blue skies all day.  After breakfast at the World Café, we headed out for our morning excursion.

– Panoramic Corfu & Old Town Walking Tour – We started early for this 3-hour bus and walking tour of Corfu. One of the first stops was Kanoni, located on a small peninsula just south of town.  Kanoni is the perfect spot for viewing Pontikonisi Island, Mouse Island, and the Vlacherna Monastery, as well as the island’s airport down below.

After leaving Kanoni, we traveled to the Old Town and walked along the Esplanade. Here you will see the Old Fortress, Durrell Gardens, and the Palace of St. Michael and St. George.  While we did not enter any of these places, the views along the Esplanade were beautiful.

– Old Fortress of Corfu – Viking ran shuttles from the ship into town all day, every 30 minutes. So, after returning to the ship for lunch (on the Aquavit Terrace), we took the Viking shuttle to the Old Fortress. We had seen the fortress on the morning tour and decided to go back to explore.

The fortress dates back to the 16 th century and has a very storied history.  The fortress is quite easy to explore on your own, though there is a bit of climbing if you want to make it to the top for breathtaking views.  From the highest point you have unobstructed views and can even see Albania.  If you have some time, we highly recommend it.

As an aside, if you happen to be a fan of the Masterpiece series, The Durrells in Corfu , you may have fell in love with the natural beauty of this lovely island.  The views from the top of the Old Fortress provides views very similar to those from the Durrell’s family home in the TV series.

Back on board the ship, we decided on afternoon tea.  Tea is usually served every afternoon at 4 PM, and no reservations are necessary.  So, be sure to go at least once during your cruise.  The food is good and the scones are amazing, but be warned – this late afternoon treat might just spoil your dinner appetite!

• Katakolon (Olympia), Greece – Although the port of call was Katakolon, the reason for stopping there was a trip to Olympia, the site of the original Olympics first held in 776 BC.

– Ancient Olympia – After a 30-minute bus ride we reached the small town of Olympia. Only a short walk from the parking lot are the ruins of where the Olympic Games originally took place. Our guide actually grew up on a hill overlooking the ancient ruins and used to play there as a child.  After receiving his degree in archeology, he returned to his hometown and is now a guide.  His knowledge of the area was one of the reasons this excursion was so interesting.  We viewed the ruins of the Temple of Zeus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and once home to a gold-and-ivory statue of the Greek god.  We also viewed the remains of the Temple of Hera and the circular Philippeion temple. 

We also walked to the original stadium, which had a capacity of 45,000 spectators.  Unlike a traditonal stadium, the spectators looked down on the field from sloped lawns on all sides of the field.  To realize that we were viewing ruins from almost 2800 years ago was simply amazing.

The town of Katakolon looked very inviting with all of its shops and restaurants, but with a 1:30 pm departure time, we did not have an opportunity to visit the town. Instead, we had lunch and a bottle of wine on the Aquavit Terrace as we sailed away from the port.

• Athens, Greece – Athens was the last stop for the Venice to Athens itinerary and passengers began leaving very early in the morning for their flights home. It also meant that those passengers had no chance to experience Athens.   Fortunately for us, since we were staying on the ship to continue on the next cruise, we had two days to enjoy in Athens.  So, with another early start after breakfast, we began our first day in the city.

– Panoramic Athens & Archaeological Museum – Most tours that have ‘Panoramic’ in the name are simply a bus tour, which was true for the first part of this excursion. With so much to see in Athens, a bus tour is a great way to at least get a glimpse of some of the iconic sites.  Several times throughout the tour we were able to disembark, view the sites and take photos.  We saw Hellenic Parliament and Syntagma (Constitution) Square, the distinctively uniformed Presidential Guard, or “Evzones,” at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, as well as views of Panathenaic Stadium and the Temple of Olympian Zeus.

After the bus tour, we had a guided tour of the Acropolis Museum.  The museum has an extensive collection from the Athenian Acropolis and we had a very knowledgable guide who was very eager to share information and was able to answer just about any question.  There were many very interesting exhibits and we enjoyed the visit.  However, I do have to say that amount of detail provided by our tour guide was extensive and almost a little overwhelming.    

Before we rejoined the bus for the ride back to the ship, we were also able to view the Arch of Hadrian, also known as Hadrian’s Arch.  The arch was built to welcome the Roman Emperor Hadrian to the city and to thank him for his support of Greek culture. 

Upon boarding the ship, we were greeted with many new, excited passengers as we started the next cruise, on our way to Rome. 

We ended the evening with a delicious Asian meal at the Chef’s table and prepared ourselves to explore more of Athens the next day.

While this day marked the end of the first leg of our cruise, you can review the second half of the cruise, Journey to Antiquities , which sails from Athens to Rome.

We hope you found our review of the first half of the Venice, The Adriatic and Greece cruise helpful and informative.  And, we hope you join us in the future as we explore some other Viking cruises.   

Safe travels!

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We I’ll be leaving for this cruise in a bit more than 70 days. My husband & I both enjoyed reading your blog Thanks so much for your informative piece. We look forward to Part II.

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I enjoyed your blog. We are considering this cruise, so the information is very helpful.

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I’ll be sailing Sept. 2023 from Istanbul to Venice…another combined itinerary, and the second half is actually the reverse of this itinerary so very helpful to have read this and get insight on the excursions. Athens too will be our changeover port so we’ll have 2 days there. I usually avoid the avoid panoramic tours as too general so it’s interesting that you found it worthwhile for your first day in Athens. I’ve been to Athens before but husband has not so maybe that’s a good way to get him oriented. I’ll be interested to know what you did on Day 2 in Athens. We for sure want to see the Acropolis and Plaka. Also, you didn’t mention eating in the Restaurant. Any particular reason or just personal preference. Thanks for another great article.

Thank you for the comment. We are actually in France right now on the France’s Finest cruise, so dont have access to all our information, but we did do the Acropolis and Museum excursion, it was very good. We also did eat in the restaurant several times. I believe the restaurant has the best quality food overall. Safe travels.

Been enjoying your FF posts on FB. What a fine trip! We were supposed to be on a June FF sailing, after 2 pandemic cancellations, and then, wouldn’t you know it, 2 weeks before sailing a weird virus – not Covid- sidelined me so we had to cancel. Beyond disappointed but now rehabbing for next year’s adventure. Happy travels and keep blogging!!

I’d like receive future Viking cruise posts in the future.

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14 Unique Cruises You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

Posted: January 27, 2024 | Last updated: January 27, 2024

Whether you’re a diehard cruise lover or a casual tourist looking to step up your travel game , cruise ships offer a wonderful way to see the sights in multiple locations.

There are plenty of recognizable cruise ships that specialize in specific experiences or themes. However, these lesser-known cruise ship lines may offer a unique experience for those seeking something a little different.

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Sea Cloud Cruises

Mainstream cruise ships are often huge and fully modernized. At Sea Cloud Cruises, they focus on a smaller, more intimate sailing experience.

The private yachts primarily use hand-set wind sails to guide the ship. In fact, the routes periodically change to adapt to the weather. The yachts also dock at smaller ports, creating a more unique and personalized travel experience.

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Emerald Cruises

With Emerald Cruises, you can enjoy a river cruise through Europe and Southeast Asia.

Some river routes include the Danube, Rhine, Douro, and Mekong. The company also offers yacht cruises on the Mediterranean, Adriatic, and Red Sea. You can also cruise through the Caribbean and Central America.

Emerald Cruises is also committed to sustainability, sourcing local ingredients at port and avoiding single-use plastic entirely.

Alaskan Dream Cruises – Kruzof Explorer

For a much smaller, more intimate cruising experience, book a stay on the Kruzof Explorer from Alaskan Dream Cruises. This former Bering Sea crab fishing boat only hosts 12 passengers in luxurious, cozy rooms.

Another perk of the Kruzof is the boat’s ability to get to remote, hard-to-access waters. There are also speed boats, kayaks, and adventuring gear on board for further exploration.

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For a more culture-forward cruise experience, take a trip on a Viking river or ocean cruise.

The cruise line docks in smaller towns like Marksburg Castle in Germany or Porto in Portugal. You can also travel along the Seine River in France or the Nile River in Egypt.

The vessels are designed in a modern yet comfy Scandinavian style.

Ocean Endeavour

If you’re seeking a true adventure, book a trip on the Ocean Endeavour, which takes guests on a tour of Antarctica.

With limited off-board options, the on-board amenities are vast, including saunas, spas, a pair of restaurants, and more. The experience is also intimate, with the passenger headcount capped at 199.

UnCruise Adventures

Another cruise line tailored to adventure seekers is UnCruise Adventures. This Alaska-based company has several vessels of varying sizes, and destinations that include Hawaii, California, the Galapagos, and Machu Picchu.

The smallest cruise ship hosts 22 guests in 11 cabins, and the largest can hold up to 86 in 43 cabins.

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Maple Leaf Adventures – Swell

History lovers will enjoy a cruise on the Swell, a 1912 tugboat built in Canada that has been converted into a commercial cruise ship.

The vessel is small, with six cabins and a maximum of 12 guests per voyage. Other amenities include a hot tub, three salons and lounging areas, and kayaks for further exploration.

Paul Gauguin Cruises – The Gauguin

Experience the South Pacific on an intimate vessel with Paul Gauguin Cruises. The Gauguin holds 330 guests and has three restaurants and a spa on board.

Destinations include Tahiti, the Society Islands, Fiji, Tonga, the Cook Islands, and more, many of which are explored together on one voyage. The ship can sail to a total of five islands within a week.

Quark Expeditions – 50 Years of Victory

Quark Expeditions offers another adventurous cruise ship option: 50 Years of Victory.

This nuclear-powered vessel features a spoon-shaped bow and stainless steel skirt that makes it able to break through ice as thick as 9.2 feet.

When not exploring polar waters, guests can take helicopter excursions, hit the gym, swim laps in the pool, warm up in the sauna, and more.

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American Cruise Lines

While most cruise ships explore oceans and rivers abroad, American Cruise Lines sets forth on river expeditions in America.

Specific rivers include the Mississippi River and the Columbia and Snake Rivers. Cruises also visit New England, Alaska, Puget Sound, and more.

The riverboats range in capacity from 90 to 180 guests, with each vessel featuring onboard entertainment and education, fine dining, and more.

Aranui Cruises – Aranui 5

Aranui is a Polynesian-focused cruise line that includes the Aranui 5. The vessel carries passengers around for a 12-day, immersive getaway. At the same time, it is also a supply ship that delivers to small, remote civilizations in French Polynesia.

The ship hosts up to 230 passengers and provides a culturally enriching, comfortable, all-inclusive experience.

Aqua Expeditions

Aqua Expeditions vessels offer river and ocean cruises in destinations such as the Mekong River in Cambodia and Vietnam, the Amazon River in Peru, Komodo Island, the Raja Ampat and Spice Islands in Indonesia, and the Galapagos Islands.

The small cruises focus on culturally engaging experiences, emphasizing exploring nature and local wildlife.

Relais & Châteaux – Ecoventura

Adventurous travelers get to explore the Galapagos Islands aboard the Relais & Châteaux Ecoventura.

This experience also focuses on wildlife and nature, with activities that include snorkeling with sea lions. You might also spot dolphins, green sea turtles, and giant tortoises.

Seeing rare Galapagos birds is another enriching opportunity for passengers of the Ecoventura.

Sailing4Adventure – Skull & Crossbones

For a truly special sailing experience, take a trip aboard the Skull & Crossbones. Expeditions are four days long and recreate the experience of being a pirate sailing on the Baltic Sea in one of two ships.

Passengers are also referred to as players, as they will spend the expedition in character as a true pirate, complete with mock combat between the ships.

Bottom line

These cruise ships offer unique experiences — from exploring remote islands to experiencing the Antarctic.

So, if you have a credit card that helps you earn travel rewards , see if you have accumulated enough points or other perks to enjoy one of these cruises today.

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Moscow Day Trip

By cruisewmn , August 2, 2011 in Seabourn Cruise Line

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We're extremely interested in a cruise next summer on the Soujourn which stops in St. Petersburg for almost three days. Seabourn lists two different "day trips" to Moscow via high speed train. Having previously cruised to St. Petersburg, we really don't want to stay there for three days and a side trip to Moscow would be the highlight of the cruise. Has anyone taken this excursion?

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I have been to Moscow many times, but never as part of a cruise. Was recently on a Baltics cruise and spoke to people who had - it takes it out of them as it was a super long day. In fact they got home so late that third day they slept in and had "sea day" at port.

There is so much to see in Moscow, I it should be a land trip and there are many nice hotels on which you can stay. It is really a 3 day experience. Having said that, if there is not much else you want to see in St Petersburg, and you don't think you will get back to Russia by land, it is a very interesting city with much to do. You will skim the surface, but will enjoy. I would only do if you had limited or no plans in St Petersburg - especially the day after as you return very late at night.

If you do not go, there are many not so well known things to do in SP. The Russian Museum is fascinating for example as is Yuspov Palace. The military museums and sights are interesting as well.

Whatever you decide to do you will have a great time!

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Doing a "day-trip" from St. Petersburg to Moscow and back can work well. We did that trip in 2008 with Crystal. Having sailed in the Greek Islands in 2006 with Seabourn on our first cruise, I am sure that the quality would be similar with your cruise line. One change now would be the use of the high-speed train in place of flying back and forth as we did in 2008. Here are more details to consider:

Having three days in St. Petersburg allows enough time to do BOTH in seeing Moscow and going to other places near where your ship is docked. Only a few of the better lines, such as Seabourn and Crystal, have that type of schedule. We used in 2008 the main schedule airline, Rossiya Russian Airlines, for this trip. That line is now part of Aeroflot. The train trip takes long, but lessens some of the added time needed going out to the airport and the train gets you closer to the central part of Moscow.

I'll offer up some added background, along with various pro/con factors for your consideration. My wife thought it was lots of money, but she viewed it as very much worth it after completing the trip as a "once in a lifetime" experience.

CON FACTORS : It's a long day! Leave the ship about 8 am (greeted by a small welcoming band dockside); lots of driving and traffic; get back by return flight to the St. Petersburg airport around midnight and back to the ship a little before 1 am. The cost through Crystal Cruises was not cheap, but it does include everything, including all bus transfers, your jet air flights on regularly schedule commercial airlines, lunch on the bus, dinner in a nice/historic club/restaurant, admissions, etc., etc. Moscow is a super large city of about ten million people. There has been huge growth in the suburbs of this city during the past decades or so. Traffic and time from the airport to the main downtown takes about an hour. You can get a good feel as you travel into town through the coach windows about the “new Moscow” with its suburban growth, commerce, advertising, capitalism, etc.

PRO FACTORS : Moscow has its unique history, sights and sites, from Ivan the Terrible up through Lenin, Stalin and the new Russian leaders of today. After a long ride in from the airport on the outer edge of this large metro areas of 17.3 million (with 10.5 million in the city), we stopped at a new hotel for coffee/tea/break. Then, we rode the Moscow subway and saw a couple of their very unique and artistic stations. Stalin at the time called these stations “People’s Palaces”. This Moscow Metro was first opened in 1935 and now has 182 stations, 12 different lines,187 miles of routes and carries seven million passengers each weekday. It’s the world second busiest subway system. This subway ride offered a good sampling of real life for people who live and work in Moscow. We then saw more key places enroute, including the home of the Bolshoy Ballet, KGB Headquarters, various Stalin era buildings, etc. Then we went to the Kremlin with its 19 historic towers. WOW, we were really there!

Inside the Kremlin are three key “super stars”. First, was the State Armoury with its spectacular Faberge Eggs, plus so many carriages, crowns, gowns, jewels, etc. Second are the various historic Cathedrals within the Kremlin Walls, plus the Tower Bells, Icon art, etc. This includes the Cathedral of the Annunciation built in the 1480’s and having such spectacular wall murals and icons. Third, was the Great Kremlin Palace with its spectacular reception halls, inlaid wood floors, gold and more gold, fancy ceilings, etc. The Czars were crowned here, plus the current heads of the Russian government, etc. You might check whether your cruise trip will take you insider here. The size and scale of these areas are hard to describe in words, let alone reflect and capture the history that has happened in some of these rooms dating back to the late 1400’s. We have seen lots of great palaces all over Europe, but this is something above and beyond for the eyes, heart and brain.

Then, we saw more building inside the walls of the Kremlin. We went outside of the Kremlin Walls and walked next door to adjoining Red Square, seeing St. Basil’s and the re-done Gum Department Store. Red Square is so historic, especially having grown up seeing the military May Day parades there, visuals of Lenin’s Tomb, etc. Have the words “spectacular” and historic been used too much? Maybe, but it fits for many of these unique places. St. Basil’s was built 1555–1561 on the order of Ivan IV (the Terrible). It was the tallest building in Moscow until the completion of the Ivan the Great Bell Tower (266 feet tall) in 1600 inside the Kremlin Walls. To be able to “CONTRAST” and compare Moscow and St. Petersburg during these three short days adds to the benefits of seeing both of these great Russian capital cities. Each is a very different and special city.

We finished with dinner in the Central Writers’ Club, a one hundred years old mansion made into a restaurant with crystal chandeliers, rich wood panelling, fireplaces, and antique balustrades. Finally, we drove back to the airport, passing many of the new suburban commercial development with big box stores and luxury housing, etc.

Is one day too short and limited? YES! You can, however, do and see lots in only that one short day. You get a small sampling above. How often do you get to Russia? The Cold War might not come back in full force, but there are going to be increasing and revisited tensions in future years involving Russia and getting access there. The major cruise lines have done this tour many times and has its details down well and timing perfected. Let me know any questions, thoughts or reactions.

Here are a few picture highlights of what we saw in Moscow. Have more to share, if you would like added views for the great potentials there.

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Walking on the famed Red Square of Moscow:

This is the interior for Moscow's most historic church, Assumption Cathedral or the Cathedral of the Dormition, inside the Kremlin walls. It is the mother church of Muscovite Russia. The church stands on Cathedral Square and was built in 1475–1479 by the Italian architect Aristotele Fioravanti. It was erected on the spot of an older 14th century cathedral of the same name:

The famed KGB Headquarters in Moscow where many entered and did not exit (alive) during the 1950’s and 1960’s:

Kazan Cathedral sits on the northeast corner of Red Square in Moscow. The current building is a reconstruction of the original church which was destroyed at the direction of Joseph Stalin in 1936. The original church was erected as a shrine in the early 1630s to mark the city's liberation from the Polish aggressors. After the Soviet Union’s fall, this was the first church to be completely rebuilt. The cathedral's restoration (1990–1993) was based on the detailed measurements and photographs of the original church:

Here is a small sampling of the Kremlin Royal Treasures of the Czars: Eggs & Jewels:

St. Basil's sits on Red Square and dates back to its 1555-61 construction on the orders of Ivan the Terrible (Ivan IV). It commemorates the capture of Kazan and Astrakhan and marks the geometric center of the city. This location has been the hub of its growth for Moscow since the 14th century. It was the tallest building in Moscow until the completion of the Ivan the Great Bell Tower in 1600. This church was near destroyed in the 1930’s when Stalin was in control.:

We did it with Regent several years ago. We were also docked in St Petersburg for 3 days. We flew to Moscow though. Not sure how long the high speed train takes, but until you get to the airport, through security and your flight leaves it may be the same. It was a great day. I wouldn't have wanted to miss it. We got back about 11 and they had a special dinner waiting for those of us on this excursion. Really did get to see the highlights of Moscow as well as a fabulous lunch.

I did the day trip to Moscow several years ago with Seabourn. Normally, I would never undertake such a grueling day but it was my third time in St. Petersburg and I had seen everything I wanted so I thought why not? It turned out to be a highlight of the trip. Yes, it was a long day but who cares. The day is just as long if you stay on board. Seabourn handled the whole thing extremely well from the flights to the guides to the meals to the private sightseeing. We saw and experienced so much in that one day that I felt I had been there for two or three. Is it better to go and spend a few days? Of course! But if that is not an option and you're not sure if you'll ever get there on your own I think it's a great thing to do.

Everything I said though is only for those who have been to St. Petersburg before. If it's your first time you'll need every minute of those three days there to see even a fraction of what there is to see.

Thaks for all the great information. We will be on the Sojourn late next summer in the Baltic. We have been to St Petersburg and are thinking we might do this if offered. Sounds great, hope we get the chance!

I can't thank you all enough for your quick and in depth responses. As much as I would like to take an extended tour of Moscow/Russia someday, I've learned that you never know what the future holds and not to let a good opportuity pass you by. The overall positive reviews and amazing pictures have sold us. While I realize we might be exhausted from the long day, it sounds well worth it.

I can't thank you all enough for your quick and in depth responses. The overall positive reviews and amazing pictures have sold us. While I realize we might be exhausted from the long day, it sounds well worth it. THANK YOU!

Glad we have helped to "SELL YOU". You are summarizing and approaching things correctly. See "IT" while you can and are close. Here are a few more pictures to help you get ready for the amazing sights you will experience there in Moscow.

One of the Kremlin Wall Towers in Moscow:

The domes of the historic church inside the walls of the Kremlin:

Inside the newly, more westernized GUM Department Store:

One of the 1930’s style building built by Stalin in Moscow:

Kremlin Treasures: Crowns and other “tools” for the Czars:

Moscow’s subways are called the People’s Palace with its marble coverings and unique designs for each of the stations.:

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Like you, we did the Moscow trip after a couple of trips to St Petersburg. Wouldn't have missed it for the world- totally different feel from SP, or anywhere else in the world. For those of us who lived through the cold war, it brought to life the spy novels I have read all my life.

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Could you please send more information on your Moscow trips - we would like to do a seperate trip to Moscow after the cruise. Any leads or information would be appreciated.

I have been to Moscow many times, but never as part of a cruise. Was recently on a Baltics cruise and spoke to people who had - it takes it out of them as it was a super long day. In fact they got home so late that third day they slept in and had "sea day" at port.   There is so much to see in Moscow, I it should be a land trip and there are many nice hotels on which you can stay. It is really a 3 day experience. Having said that, if there is not much else you want to see in St Petersburg, and you don't think you will get back to Russia by land, it is a very interesting city with much to do. You will skim the surface, but will enjoy. I would only do if you had limited or no plans in St Petersburg - especially the day after as you return very late at night.   If you do not go, there are many not so well known things to do in SP. The Russian Museum is fascinating for example as is Yuspov Palace. The military museums and sights are interesting as well.   Whatever you decide to do you will have a great time!

We were on the Sojourn July/August 2012. We did a private day trip to Moscow using SPB tours via high speed train on our 2nd day in ST P. They picked us up from the ship around 5:30 am and dropped us off at the rail station, and we met our tour guide and a driver for the two of us at the Moscow rail station. It took 4 hours each way for the train, but it went from city center to city center, and it seemed to go by relatively quickly. We had a great time in Moscow- seeing the highlights as described on the tour itinerary, and we could customize it. There seemed to be little English spoken in Moscow, people not as friendly as in St P, and the traffic was horrible. I was actually glad to get back to St P( at around midnight).

It was a busy day, but that didn't stop us from a full day of touring before and after the Moscow trip on private tours by SPB tours. It was quite expensive, but I'm glad we went- and I really have no desire to go back.

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Years ago we did a land tour of Russia, so got to spend about 5 days in both Moscow and St Petersburg. I actually like Moscow more than St Petersburg. We have also done a Baltic cruise on Seabourn, so have had another 3 days in St Petersburg, so NEXT time we will certainly do the day tour to Moscow. I would also prefer to do it the way they do now, by train, would have been dubious about a Russian "domestic" flight. ;)

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I could've sworn I'd responded to this thread earlier:confused:

I'd take my chances on a domestic flight with their new fancy Boeing planes (or even an odd Ilyushin). The train was a less than stellar experience. Four hours each way in a straight backed non reclining seat. Some of them had another passenger about 24" in front of you, facing you - so no sticking your legs out. Further they didn't seem to believe in AC so the car just got hotter and hotter. Moscow itself was great, I found it particularly amusing that right across from Red Square they had a capitalist pig-dog mall filled with luxury American and European brands.

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Following is a description and personal review of the Seabourn Cruise - St. Petersburg -shore excursion: “MOSCOW BY TRAIN & THE MYSTERIOUS KREMLIN”

On June 18, 2012 – my wife and I participated in the Seabourn Pride’s Moscow Excursion along with 12 other passengers and 2 guides. Most of us had room service breakfast at 4:30am, crossed the flooded river outside Russian Customs and met the bus @ 5:30am for a transfer to the St. Petersburg Train Station. The high speed train (mostly at 130-140 MPH) left the station at 6:30am and arrived in Moscow at 10:15am. The train ride was uneventful and a box snack was provided.

In Moscow, we were met by the local guide and a full size bus. We drove into and around central Moscow for about 30 min. – buildings and sights are interesting, but do not compare to the historical & decorative buildings of St. Petersburg. We then took a Metro (subway) ride in Moscow. The metro is interesting, but not as impressive as St. Petersburg’s. (You will notice that throughout this review, I state that St. Petersburg is better than Moscow, which is true of everything except for the Kremlin, which holds its own and should be the main purpose of this excursion.) (Seabourn states that the Kremlin is closed on Thursday – THEREFORE, DO NOT TAKE THIS TOUR ON THURSDAY.)

After driving around Moscow again to view several areas from the bus, we visited the Kremlin , which is a very large wall enclosed fortress with hundreds of buildings, churches, monuments, fortress walls with many towers/etc. After a long walk (many long walks to come) at an OLYMPIC SPEED PACE (You will walk fast to see everything in the allotted time). We started with the “Armory” museum which was very good and I do not normally like museums. There are rooms with royalty gowns, Czars’ crowns, royalty carriages, suits of amour and weapons, jewel covered bibles, Faberge Eggs, etc. – basically Royal Treasures. From here we walked to the “Churches Square” with It’s 17 churches. We entered the Annunciation Cathedral where most all the Czars were crowned. Outside - took pictures of the largest BELL in the world that has never been rung and the largest CANNON that has never been fired. Took pictures of government buildings and the President’s Palace.

At about 1:45pm, we walked back to the bus for a short ride to a very prestigious restaurant (and it was) for a four course late-lunch with an excellent French Bordeaux.

After lunch, we visited the very large Red Square @ 3:15pm for a tour of “St. Basil’s Cathedral” which was beautiful and very interesting with its many Onion Domes – but I liked St. Petersburg’s “Church on the Spilled Blood” better. We were able to see the front of the Lenin’s Tomb , but it was closed. At the other end of the Square was a beautiful museum and very nice smaller church where recorded services were being played.

We had 45 min. on our own to walk around the Square and after another long fast walk back to our bus, we proceeded to the train station for a 7:45pm departure back to St. Petersburg. A snack and drink was provided. Arriving in St. Petersburg at 11:30pm, with the sun just beginning to set (the mid-night sun), we proceeded to the ship – 18 hour tour/ 21 hour day.

Summary: Is the tour worth $1,000 per person – only if it is important to see Moscow once in your lifetime. See St. Petersburg first ; tour has extensive walking at a very fast pace; you will be going to Moscow to see the Kremlin which is historical and beautiful.

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Viking Expeditions

• Great Lakes
• Longitudinal World Cruises