Travel Idea:
Ukraine Waterways
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Length of trip:
12 days
Approximate price of this trip per person:
from $ 1499
Best travel dates to go:
May, June, August, September
Detailed Description of this trip:
Discover the Ukraine! During your Dneiper river cruise on board the "MS Dnieper Princess" or the "MS Taras Shevchenko", you will notice that this exciting young democracy has so much more to offer than the world renown cities of Kiev, Yalta and Odessa! Along the Dnieper river, you will also have unique off the beaten path experiences such as a Zaporozhye Cossack encounter, and you will taste the local food prepared by a family who lives in the rural Dnieper Delta area. Above all, the Ukraine Cruise offers you a superb cultural immersion, and great fun and entertainment throughout your journey! On Board Highlights: - Captain’s welcome Cocktail Receptions - Gala farewell Dinner aboard - "Ukraine National Day" festival with wine tasting - Live band for nightly entertainment and dancing. - 2 on board concerts - Tour of the ship’s bridge. - Language lessons, lectures, games and other activities arranged by our English speaking Cruise Directors - Daily sightseeing as listed on the itinerary Included Tours: - Kiev: City tour including an inside visit to St. Sophia's Cathedral and the Kievo-Percherskaya Lavra Tombs - Kanev: Tour of Taras Shevchenko's Tomb and birth house - Kremenchug: Walking tour of city center - Zaporozhye: City tour - Kherson: Boat trip along the Dnieper Delta - Sevastopol: City tour - Yalta: Walking tour - Odessa: City tour
This Trip is Recommended for:
Tags:
Cruise Vacation, Cruise, Wine Tasting, Cruising, Adventure Tour, Sightseeing Tour, Adventure Travel, Sightseeing Travel, St. Sophia'S Cathedral, Taras Shevchenko'S Tomb,
Trip Properties:
- Specialty: Family Trip, Group Retreat, Trip Around World,
- Activity: Sailing, Beach, Food, Relaxation, Wine, Museums, Sightseeing,
Trip Itinerary:
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Day 1 - Kiev
River or Barge Cruise
Upon your arrival in Kiev, transfer to the port for embarkation. (D)
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Day 2 - At Sea
Kiev, Ukraine.
Sightseeing
After breakfast, depart on a city tour including a visit of St. Sophia Cathedral. Enjoy the afternoon at leisure.
Food and Dining
A welcome drink and crew introduction will precede dinner. (B, L, D)
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Day 3 - At Sea
Kiev, Ukraine.
Sightseeing
After breakfast, depart for a tour of Kievo-Pecherskaya Lavra and Tombs.
River or Barge Cruise
Tonight, set sail. (B, L, D).
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Day 4 - At Sea
Kanev, Ukraine.
Sightseeing
This morning, enjoy a walking tour of Kanev, featuring the tomb of T. Shevchenko. (B, L, D)
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Day 5 - At Sea
Kremenchug, Ukraine.
Sightseeing
After breakfast, depart for a walking tour of the city center.
Food and Dining
Return to the ship for lunch.
River or Barge Cruise
Enjoy the passing vista as you continue your Ukraine Cruise to Zaporozhye.
Wine
Tonight enjoy a wine testing. (B, L, D)
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Day 6 - At Sea
Zaporozhye, Ukraine.
Museums
Today, enjoy a morning city tour of Zaporozhye, including the Cossack History Museum.
River or Barge Cruise
After lunch on board, enjoy some free time before setting sail in the late afternoon. (B, L, D).
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Day 7 - At Sea
Kherson, Ukraine.
Sightseeing
Upon arrival in Kherson, enjoy a boat trip along the Dnieper Delta.
River or Barge Cruise
In the afternoon, enjoy on board lecture and activities while sailing towards Sevastopol. (B, L, D)
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Day 8 - At Sea
Sevastopol, Ukraine.
Sightseeing
This morning, depart on your city tour including the Panorama Museum.
Sightseeing
After lunch on board, enjoy some free time in this exciting city. (B, L, D)
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Day 9 - At Sea
Sevastopol, Ukraine.
Sightseeing
After breakfast, depart on your excursion to Yalta including the views of Swallows Nest and a tour of the Livadia Palace. (B, L, D)
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Day 10 - At Sea
Odessa, Ukraine
River or Barge Cruise
Enjoy the morning on board.
Sightseeing
After lunch, enjoy an afternoon city tour. (B, L, D)
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Day 11 - At Sea
Odessa, Ukraine.
Sightseeing
Enjoy a full free day at leisure in this exciting city.
Food and Dining
Tonight, gather for the Captain's Farewell Dinner. (B, L, D)
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Day 12 - Odessa
Odessa - Home.
River or Barge Cruise
After breakfast, bid your crew farewell as you disembark.
Transfer to the airport for your flights back home. (B)
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