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Cruise Odessa - Yalta - Kiev
Odessa, Sevastopol, Yalta, Herson, Zaporozhye, Hortitsya Island, Kremenchug, Kanev, Kiev
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Discover the Ukraine! During your trip on board the On Board the M/S 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!
Day 1: Odessa
On Board the M/S Taras Shevchenko
Arrival in Odessa and embarkation at 7:00 pm. You will enjoy a cocktail reception and informational meeting before dinner.
Day 2: Odessa
On Board the M/S Taras Shevchenko
Odessa is an outstandingly beautiful port city with over one million inhabitants rich in culture and history! Particular points of interest include the Museum of Architecture and the Museum of Western & Oriental Art. Your morning tour leads you to all major attractions such as the Opera House and the famous and unique Potemkin Stairs which rise 460 feet from the sea to the upper levels of the city. After lunch on board, the remainder of the day is free for you to explore this bustling city on your own! You can partake in an optional tour of the Fine Arts Museum and in the evening there is an optional Classical Music Performance. We depart at 8:00 pm. All meals on board.
Day 3: Sevastopol
On Board the M/S Taras Shevchenko
We arrive at 4:00 pm at our first stop along your Dnieper river cruise, the historic site of the tragic and bloody Crimea War of 1853-56, the city of Sevastopol. French, English and Turkish forces attacked the city and the battle was immortalized in both poetry and prose. One of the Russian defenders was a young Lev Tolstoy. The city today is still an important naval port. Upon arrival, you wil enjoy a panorama city tour of Sevastopol. The highlight of your tour is the visit to the Panorama Museum and its unique piece of art entitled the Panorama of the Sevastopol Battle, featuring a three dimensional circular piece of art representing a 24-hour period in the defense of the city during the Crimean War. It is the world largest artwork of its kind. In the evening there is an optional concert of songs and dances performed by the renown 70 member Black Sea Fleet. All meals on board.
Day 4: Sevastopol - Yalta
On Board the M/S Taras Shevchenko
Today we will have a full day excursion to Yalta including a tour of the Livadia Palace. All meals on board.
Day 5: Sevastopol
On Board the M/S Taras Shevchenko
Today you have a free day to explore the city on your own. There are several optional excursions available including Bakchisarai and Chersonesus. We set sail at 5:00 pm. All meals on board.
Day 6: Kherson
On Board the M/S Taras Shevchenko
Arrive in Kherson at 3:00 pm. This naval and river port city was founded in 1778 and is situated at the mouth of river Dnepr. Its population is 300.000 people. We will take a boat trip along the Dnper Delta. We depart at 6:00 pm. All meals on board.
Day 7: Zaporozhye
On Board the M/S Taras Shevchenko
Zaporozhye is a small town full of historical monuments. It was founded in 1770 simultaneously with the Alexander Fortress, which was built on the left bank of the Dnieper, across the island of Hortica. Zaporozhye is world renown as the home to the fierce Cossack Warriors! After arriving at 11:00 AM and embark on a city tour: Enjoy a tour by motor-coach including stops at the Hortica Island and the museum of Zaporo Cossacks. There is an optional Cossack Show in the afternoon. We depart at 6:00 pm. All meals on board.
Day 8: Kanev
On Board the M/S Taras Shevchenko
We arrive at 8:00 am and begin a morning walking tour: Your tour features a visit to the birthplace of Taras Shevchenko, Ukraine famous poet and painter. His achievements in the arts made him a national hero.
In the afternoon you can choose an optional excursion to Kolkhoz or a communal farm. We depart at 6:00 pm. All meals on board.
Day 9: Kiev
On Board the M/S Taras Shevchenko
We arrive at 8:00 am. Kiev, the capital of Ukraine, is situated on the banks of the rivers Dnieper and Dniestar. The city has recently celebrated its 1000-year anniversary making it one of the oldest cities in this region. With a population of over 2,5 million inhabitants Kiev is the center for business, education and the arts, being home of 18 universities, 7 theaters, and 15 major museums, as well as many significant historical monuments such as "The Golden Port", St. Sofia Church, and the Church of Berestoli, where the founder of Moscow, Jurij Dolgoruki is buried. After arrive we enjoy a morning city tour: Get to know this historic city during your morning city tour which, among others, features stops at the well-known churches of St. Sofia and the gargantuan statue of Mother Ukraine which stands high on a hill outside of the city overlooking the river as she keeps watch over her children. The afternoon is free to explore on your own. In the evening you may choose an optional Ukraine National Choir performance. All meals on board.
Day 10: Kiev
On Board the M/S Taras Shevchenko
In the morning we will enjoy a tour of the Lavra Caves (tombs). In the afternoon you can explore the city on your own. Take the funicular just steps away from your ship to Kreschatik street, Kiev main avenue full of hotels and shops where you can buy those last minute souvenirs and presents! You may also enjoy an optional excursion to the Museum of Wooden Architecture "Pirogovo". Tonight we will have a gala farewell dinner.
Day 11: Kiev
On Board the M/S Taras Shevchenko
Disembark after breakfast. Arrangements end after disembarkation.
ALL CABINES EQUIPPED WITH SHOWER, TOILET, AIR-CONDITIONER, REFREGIRATOR. SUITE CABINS ARE EQUIPPED WITH BATH TUBS
Total amount of cabins - 140 cabins
- Double cabins on Sun Deck (8 cabins)
- Double cabins on Boat Deck (7 cabins)
- Double cabins on Upper Deck (62 cabins)
- Double cabins on Main Deck (36 cabins)
- Single cabins on Boat Deck (10 cabins)
- Quad cabins on Lower Deck (8 cabins)
- Suites on Boat Deck (10 cabins)
- Restaurants – 2 (upper deck 170, boat deck 90)
- Bars - 2 (boat deck 60, sun deck 80)
- Reading lounge - 1 (upper deck)
- Hairdresser’s salon - 1 (main deck)
- Sauna with a small swimming pool - 1 (lower deck)
- Souvenir shop - 1 (upper deck)
- Massage - 1 (main deck)
- Solarium - 1 (sun deck)
Price Includes
- Tour Escort
- Sightseeing Per Itinerary
- Conferences and Shipboard Entertainment
- Accommodations in Select Cabin Category
- Three Meals Daily Shipboard
- Luggage Handling
- Excursions & Entrances Per Itinerary
- Captain
- Live Band & Dancing Nightly
- Transfers
Price Does Not Include
- Optional Excursions
- Flight Tickets to and from Ukraine
Cruise Ship Description
This magnificent motor ship, built in 1991 in German shipyards, is the one of the best for high-end cruises on the Dnipr River and Black Sea. Taras Shevchenko — one of the best modern motor ships (project 302, river-sea class), is built to meet the highest international safety standards with all modern amenities. All cabins are equipped with internal phone, air-conditioner, refrigerator, shower and toilet. Suite cabins on boat deck are equipped with bath tubs. Public areas and amenities aboard include sauna, hairdressing salon, first-aid post and souvenir shop. Two elegant restaurants allow for one seating for all meals, a major advantage especially with shore excursions. The restaurants are the Odessa (62 seats) on Boat Deck and Kiev (170 seats) on Upper Deck. Two bars – Sky-Bar (80 seats) on Sun Deck and Panorama (50 seats) on Boat Deck – allow you to enjoy a drink with friends.
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- Full Board |
- Galla Dinner |
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- City Tour |
- Visits, Trips |
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