If you are thinking about taking a vacation in Russia, a Russian river cruise can be a fantastic way to take in all the wonderful sights of this fascinating country. There are many different options depending on what kind of cruise you prefer and what sights you want to see.

A very popular cruise is between Moscow and St. Petersburg, following the route Moscow to Uglich, to Yaroslavl, to Goritsy, to Kizhi, to St.Petersburg. It is a 12 day cruise and the package typically includes return flights from London Heathrow, airport transfers, cruise accommodation (you can choose the size of berth) with private en-suite, breakfast, lunch and dinner each day, a welcome cocktail reception and a farewell dinner hosted by the ship’s captain, various shore excursions, the assistance of English speaking tour guides and all airport departure taxes.

For a longer Russian river cruise which is a bit different from the traditional Moscow to St. Petersburg route, there is an 18 day tour available which goes from Rostov-On-Don to Moscow, stopping at many beautiful cities along the way.

A Black Sea cruise is a memorable experience, taking you to Kiev, through the heart of the Ukraine, along the Dnieper River and all the way to Istanbul, Turkey.

Or why not consider a Lake Baikal trans-Siberian cruise? Lake Baikal is the world’s oldest, deepest freshwater lake and its settings are truly magnificent – it is surrounded by vast mountains. For the nature lover this cruise is ideal.

The Lena River cruise takes you down one of the longest rivers in the world, taking in Russian culture along the way and giving you the opportunity to fish on the river yourself.

There are many cruise providers who offer a choice of Russian river cruises and different standards of cruise ships. You can expect to find good quality restaurants, shops, leisure activities, swimming pools, saunas, beauty salons and spas available on the ship as well as many other attractions to make your time on board as enjoyable as possible. A little research should help you compare the cruise options available and decide what the perfect cruise is for you.