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TRAVEL AGENTS   FAM TRIPS on SELECTED MEGA YACHT Itineraries!  

* Travel Agent Rate Info up to 75% discounts 

  They will send you the promo, however booking more in advance you can get 50 % off also.   

Agents are entitled to the above discounts by providing their valid CLIA or IATAN number along with their business card. Both will be required on board upon embarkation. Agent rates are per person and cruise and apply for the travel agent and one companion. Agent rates are valid only for active agents .Reservations at agent rates are subject to prior approval and port taxes are additional.  

Variety Cruises operates 8 state of the art SOLAS certified yachts hosting no more than 34-72 guests.   Travel Agents interested in this super reduced discounted rates can email them to check room availability .  Register and Login to see all of the exciting itineraries. 

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AMAWATERWAYS  -     Travel Agent Rates Superb discounts for Travel Agents, Must be Registered, Login, everything at your finger tips, AMAacademy,  FAM opportunities, booking portal and so much more! RIVER CRUISES!  Additional group fams throughout the year. Check website for continuous offers. register for travel agent info on website.  Travel Agent portal   The range of itineraries – offered at an exclusive travel agent discount – showcase AmaWaterways’ offerings, including the line’s immersive and cultural experiences.

AVALON WATERWAYS (GLOBUS FAMILY of BRANDS) - Agent Info 60-70% off selected departures. Must be registered with Globus Family of Brands Travel Agent Portal to book and see rates!

CARNIVAL CRUISES-    Carnival Cruises Super discounted rates for Travel Agents Only,   CRUISE  ONLY!   click above to enroll and login for Travel Agent Rates call 800-327-9501  ask for the travel agent promo desk prices vary per cruise and ship need to call and find out price and availability. 

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CELEBRITY / AZAMRA-    Celebrity Cruises Azamara discounted see info for booking under  Cruising Power you need to sign in with username and password along with Manager Approval.  Destinations: Worldwide  

CRYSTAL CRUISES -    Crystal Cruises Agent Info up to 50% off Travel Agent    CRUISE ONLY! and discounted positive space promos on selected sailings.  click above for agent info, then Travel Agent Center. need to enroll and sign in. Then you can click on TRAVEL AGENT PARTNER FARES special TA RATE offers!   many ships and selected dates offered superb Travel Agent FAM RATES  all forms are online as well as the director of sales contact info!  Destinations: Worldwide

CUNARD CRUISES -  Cunard Agent Info must be registered with One source and Login for discounts. discounted rates  call to book 800-7CUNARD press 1 for travel agents and they check rates and availability for sailings.  Destinations: Worldwide

DISNEY CRUISE LINE - Travel Agent Rates click above and You need to be REGISTERED and Complete the entire College of Disney Knowledge Courses. click on Benefits and More. Once completed your profile will let you know what you are eligible for.  Each year you will need to complete the new curriculum. ***These Travel Agent rates are available to Travel Professionals who have completed the most recent College of Disney Knowledge online curriculum.   *2024 College of Disney Annual Assessment

EMERALD CRUISES -   Travel Advisor Portal 

all info on this amazing cruise company 

EUROPEAN BARGING -  FAM TRIPS Barges and River Cruises in Europe - several selected sailings so many great destinations.  EUROPEAN BARGING  -  Travel Agent Info many different itineraries to choose from.   Includes: outside cabin accommodations, all meals, wine with dinner, bar drinks, excursions, and port taxes. Sponsor: European Barging  Contact: 888-869-7907 or  email  

HOLLAND AMERICA -  Holland Agent Info call 800-424-3681  Travel Agency desk Register with PARTNERSHIPS for easy access.   Travel Agent Appreciation Rate Application Form SEVERAL SELECTED CRUISES Travel Agent Appreciation Flyer !   Destinations: Worldwide

HURTIGRUTEN - Travel Agent Info The worlds largest expedition operator. Authentic, Thrilling, and Meaningful expeditions to remote corners of the world.  14 ships, multiple styles, countless destinations. need to enroll to see the travel agent offers and rates. Become a specialist for more rewards.

MSC CRUISES - travel agent info up to 50% off        need to REGISTER , SIGN IN with username and password Under Book a cruise, click on travel agent rates.  YOU MUST BE A GRADUATE of MSC ACADEMY!  please read all TERMS, CONDITIONS and CREDENTIALS NEEDED. Updated often! 

NORWEGIAN -   www.bookncl.com   Register your agency,  sign in with username and password . click on Promotions and Travel Agent Rates. This will then give you a file with many sailings offered.  agent rate booking  email  Destinations: Worldwide

******New Agent FAM Program ******** First Agents must be enrolled in NCL Educational Program.  PARTNERS FIRST ONBOARD is to get agents to get educated with the cruise ships.  The agent rates are offered in 3 Tiers and as they get educated they move up ties and the agent rates are lowered.  *Reduced rates are available to all Travel Partners who are registered on  NCL University . If you are not registered, visit Norwegian Central and click on Norwegian Central and register Today! Full Time Travel Agents Only.  please click above for all rules, criteria, regulations.

OCEANIA - Oceania Cruise Agent Info Reduced rates for Travel Agents Register with username and password and click on ASK SALES, AGENT BENEFITS, TA REDUCED RATES Available dates can be found by logging in to the Travel Agent  Center. You will also find the Travel Agent Reduced rate application form to fill out and all terms and condition, policy and procedures. Only offered dates will be considered for confirmation, others will be discarded.  OCEANIA CRUISE SALES SPECIALIST offered now! click above then Agent and then Sales Specialist Academy

PRINCESS -   Princess Cruises Info From 20 - 50% off Brochure rates .  Princess has debuted an online booking tool enabling travel agents to make their own reduced rate travel arrangements. With the new tool agents can search all available sailings by destination, ship, date and duration of sailing. Make booking, receive confirmation and pay. The tool is available exclusively to agents and agencies who actively book Princess cruises

Travel agency rates are available for all Princess destinations, but are subject to change and have limited availability.

For more information, agents many contact the travel agent customer service department **click above to register your agency to sign in for travel agent rates.

RIVERSIDE CRUISES - European Cruising Travel Agent Rate Info  

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ROYAL CARIBBEAN -   Royal Caribbean Info see info under  CruisingPower . Need to sign in with user name and password  and mgr approval. under working with us then travel agent trips.    FLYER for REDUCED RATES! Wow! This flyer has updates every couple of weeks! keep checking back.  or call 800-398-9819 Check out the Travel Agent Website offering Deals and Training Destinations: Worldwide

REGENT SEVEN SEAS -  Regent Seven Seas Travel Agent REDUCED RATES    CRUISE ONLY! Register to receive access to all Travel Agent Rates and FAMS! See form for discounts, restrictions and info. Request 30-14 days prior to sailing.  TRAVEL AGENT FORM Login in to the Travel Partner Center to access Travel Agent Rates info   Travel Agent program !  Destinations: Worldwide

SEABOURN CRUISES -   Seabourn Cruise Rate info Travel Agent Appreciation Fares, for Travel Agents that are a Seabourn producer,  on Selected Cruises  CLICK HERE to check out the offerings for Travel Agents! 

Seabourn is pleased to offer travel agents a reduced fare on select voyages*. This is a unique opportunity to sail aboard the World’s Finest Ultra-Luxury Resort at Sea with exceptional fares on some of our most intriguing itineraries. Destinations: Worldwide

SILVERSEA CRUISE LINE -   Travel Agent Info Need to register with them and become a Specialist! 

STAR CLIPPERS  -  Travel Agent Portal  

Travel Agent Reduced Rates , must be registered with Star Clippers 

TRANSCEND CRUISES - Travel Agent Info  

New Charter Cruise in Europe ! 

Transcend Cruises invites travel advisors and meeting planners to experience group travel in a new way. As the only 100 percent charter river cruise company, the line is offering an exclusive 8-day European FAM trip, April 3-10, 2024 - Email them for more info and requirements. 

UNIWORLD RIVER CRUISES -  Travel Agent Rate info many discounts available and FAMS for Travel Agents. Need to be REGISTERED  and COMPLETE the UNIWORLD  UNIVERSITY GRADUATE COURSE to see/book the travel agent resources for  rates and benefits

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VARIETY CRUISES - Travel Agent Rate Info up to 75% discounts for TRAVEL AGENTS   FAM TRIPS on SELECTED MEGA YACHT Itineraries!  Also they offer book and cruise free programs for specialists.

Under the cruise line’s travel agent offer, Travel Agents get up to 75 % discount on the official rate with confirmation of booking with different dates depending on the PROMOTION  and SEASON.   They will send you the promo, however booking more in advance you can get 50 % off also. 

Agents are entitled to the above discounts by providing their valid CLIA Certificate or IATAN number along with their business card. Both will be required on board upon embarkation. Agent rates are per person and cruise and apply for the travel agent and one companion. Agent rates are valid only for active employees, not retired agents, and do not apply for the owner’s suite and category P cabins. Reservations at agent rates are subject to prior approval and port taxes are additional.

Variety Cruises operates a fleet of 11 fully owned vessels offering travelers a yacht cruise experience with capacities ranging from 5 to 36 cabins. Travel agents interested in the discounted rates can email them to check room availability

VIKING RIVER CRUISES -  Travel Agent Rate info 50% off Brochure rates many discounts and FAMS available to Travel Agents.  Need to register  and graduate the NEW VIKING TRAVEL ADVISOR ACADEMY 

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WINDSTAR -   Windstar Cruises Agent Info New agent Appreciation Fares and Free Cruise incentives offered. need to enroll and sign in! once you are signed in to agent portal. you can click on AGENT CENTER HOME , then ADVISOR SUPPORT and FAM TRIPS will be at the bottom.  You will then see a link to sign up and also a PDF of all cruises offered! WOW! for many sailings starting at $470.00 pp based on double occupancy. AGENT INFO

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The Scoop: What to Know About Avalon Waterways

This award-winning river cruise company focuses on experiences and food..

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Avalon Waterways  is a river cruise company with itineraries on some of the world’s most well-known rivers and the cities on their banks. Excursions and activities onboard and off the company’s 14 ships immerse passengers in the local culture and cuisine and include options like guided walking tours, canoe trips, and cooking classes.

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Food is a big focus at Avalon, and ships feature multiple dining venues where passengers can take advantage of the company’s FlexDining program. Another initiative, Avalon Fresh, incorporates local ingredients to create dishes that are both healthy and inventive.

TourScoop Takeaways 

• Destinations: 70+ itineraries/four continents
• Tour Size Average: The average ship holds 150 guests, with some, like the  Avalon Saigon  in Southwest Asia, carrying just 36 passengers.
• Tour Type: River cruise ship

How to Book

Cruises can be booked by phone with an Avalon Vacation Planner at 877-797-8791 or through a  travel advisor . You can also chat with a Vacation Planner through the Avalon Waterways website.

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Credibility Check

Avalon Waterways has received a slew of  awards and accolades , including being named a top river cruise line by Conde Nast Traveler, USA Today, and Travel + Leisure. It has a  Cruise Critic user ranking  of 4.7 out of 5 and rates 4.7 out 5 on  TravelStride .

Tour Destinations

Avalon Waterways travels on 10 rivers through 22 countries on more than 70 different cruise itineraries. Passengers can travel throughout Europe on rivers including the Rhine, Danube, Rhone, and Seine, visiting counties such as Austria, Belgium, Croatia, France, Germany, Luxembourg, Portugal, Romania, and Switzerland. There are also cruise itineraries to Cambodia and Vietnam in Southeast Asia; the Galapagos, Peru, and the Amazon in South America; and Egypt. 

River cruise types include classic European river cruises, active itineraries, holiday season cruises, and cruises focused on interests including cuisine, wine, photography, gardens and nature, and history. Typical itineraries range from eight to 16 days, but there are also options for shorter four- to six-day trips and sailings of three weeks or longer. 

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Tour Guides

English-speaking staff aboard Avalon ships include Adventure Hosts who can provide information on onboard fitness activities and connect passengers with excursions and gear (think bikes, walking sticks) for exploring the destinations they’re visiting. Expert local guides lead excursions. And street directions, restaurant recommendations, and other information are always on hand in the the AvalonGO mobile app. 

What’s Included

Almost everything is included on an Avalon Waterways cruise. That means the price includes:

• Daily meals
• Wine/beer/soft drinks with dinners and lunch and Champagne with breakfast
• Complimentary Happy Hour
• Accommodations in an exterior stateroom (more than 80% featuring open-air balconies)
• Up to 28 included excursions on itineraries
• Use of bikes and e-bikes
• Exercise classes with Adventure Hosts
• On-board entertainment and classes
• Complimentary computer stations
• Complimentary water stations

What’s Not Included

• Optional excursions

Typical Travelers

The average Avalon traveler is in their 50s or 60s. But the variety of itineraries offered broadens that age range. The company’s Active & Discovery Cruises are popular for multigenerational travel and its Storyteller Cruises that feature celebrity hosts drawing in many first-time river cruisers.

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Avalon river cruises also appeal to solo travelers, and the company waives the single supplement on a select number of staterooms on every departure. There are no special arrangements or activities for children on the ships, and no children under the age of eight are allowed on the company’s cruises.

Communication

Avalon Vacation Planners  are available by phone, email, and online chat from booking through travel. Passengers receive five pre-trip email communications after booking, which include a Travel Packet with a detailed itinerary, schedule, and flight information (if flights are booked through Avalon); destination information; tips and guidelines on pre-trip requirements and preparation for their destination; and the ability to add optional excursions to their trip 90 days or closer to the departure date. Avalon also provides access to its AvalonGO app 30 to 40 days prior to departure, which includes information on the destination and excursions, schedules, and interactive maps.

Loyalty Program

Avalon Waterways is part of the  Globus Family of Brands , which offers a Welcome Back Credit for returning guests. Each time you travel with a Globus Family of Brands operator, you can earn up to a $250 per person Welcome Back Credit to use toward your next vacation. Guests have two years to book a vacation using their credit with Avalon Waterways, Globus, or Cosmos. 

Sustainability Efforts

Avalon Waterways has undertaken numerous  sustainability efforts , including supporting environmental organizations like Trees4Travel and The Ocean Cleanup. The company has eliminated single-use plastics onboard its ships, installed LED lighting fleet-wide, reduced paper waste by 80% onboard, and committed to using shore power while docked wherever available to reduce emissions. Avalon has longer-term goals to reach zero emissions and unveil the first, fully electric river cruise vessel.

Health and Safety Practices

Avalon has continued enhanced cleaning procedures that include daily disinfecting, air-filtration practices, the use of electrostatic and UV disinfecting technologies, and hand sanitizing stations when entering the ship and dining venues. For even more peace of mind, you can purchase Avalon’s  Travel Protection Plan  that includes a cancel-for-any-reason benefit and covers trip interruption expenses. 

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Avalon Waterways is one of the  Globus Family of Brands , which also include tour companies Globus and Cosmos.

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Here Are the Fam Trip Policies of River Cruise Lines

Most river cruise lines offer travel agents the opportunity to experience their products first hand through fam trips. Photo: Shutterstock.com.

Travel agents are the driving force behind the sale of river cruises, according to research from Travel Market Report’s River Cruise Report Card for Travel Agents . As such, and when it comes to all travel product knowledge, fams play a vital role for agents not only to maintain that distinction, but to further increase their river cruise sales.

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For agents who are considering ramping up their knowledge of this market segment, here are the river cruise fam policies of thirteen of the most popular river cruise lines in the industry:

AmaWaterways – Fams are offered 60 days prior to departure and are subject to availability. Fam dates and applications are on the travel agent portal on the line’s website.

American Queen Steamboat Company – Fams are offered on some summer and winter sailings, from time to time, and they are bookable inside 30 days of departure only. Fam opportunities are announced via email at varying times throughout the year. Agents must complete a fam request form and send it to the river cruise line’s office.

Avalon Waterways – Agents must be currently employed with an agency, and produce more than four traveled passengers annually. Fams can be accessed via the Globus family website.

Belmond – Fams are subject to availability and based on production of the agency; also, they are not confirmed more than 60 days from departure. Organized fam trips are by invitation only. Individual fam trip requests are qualified based on availability and production of the agency.

CroisiEurope – The line offers a 50 percent discount per person, based on availability. Escorted fams are organized several times a year, by invitation.

Crystal River Cruises – Fams are offered on select sailings throughout the season at significantly reduced rates and can be accessed on Crystal’s resource center for travel agents and through blast emails.

Emerald Waterways – Discounted rates are available for travel agent partners and are promoted to agents who have signed up to partner with the line through its website or their BDM.

Riviera River Cruises – Fams are available upon request and a 50 percent agent rate for cabins booked inside 60 days is available for any agent registered with Riviera.

Scenic – Discounted rates are available for travel agent partners and are promoted to agents who have signed up to partner with the line through its website or their BDM.

Tauck – Fams have been replaced with the operator’s agent rewards program, which allows agents to earn points based on traveled passengers to apply towards their personal travel with Tauck. Fam trips are by invitation only through the national account managers who host the trips.

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises –Fams are offered throughout the year. Uniworld promotes them through email blasts and agents can sign up by calling 1-800-733-7820.

Victoria Cruises – Fams are offered through tour operators, at whose discretion participants are accepted.

Viking River Cruises – Fam trips are offered based on availability and demand. Travel agents can contact their Viking director of business development and/or inside sales for availability.

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A member of the Globus family of brands, Avalon Waterways operates river cruises aboard sleek ships with state-of-the-art engineering that allows for smooth, comfortable sailing.

Passengers can relax in spacious staterooms featuring satellite television, private bathrooms and hotel-style beds with Egyptian cotton sheets. Each ship highlights a variety of resort-style amenities, including gourmet dining and quality entertainment from local musicians. Panoramic picture windows on every ship provide magnificent views of passing landscapes.

Avalon ships have English-speaking crews, and while the ship is in port, expert guides point out famous tourist spots as well as hidden gems. Guided sightseeing tours are included as part of your cruise, but you can also explore on your own if you prefer.

Trip ratings on this site are based on the quality of accommodations, the number of included meals and activities and the level of service delivered. Avalon's vacations are categorized as deluxe on the industry rating scale (budget, first class or deluxe).

• Save up to $2,400 per couple off the cruise price of Europe sailings, plus fly from $599 per person from select gateways. Prices shown reflect discount. Expires April 30. Click here .
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• Receive free prepaid gratuities on Active & Discovery cruises (a value of up to $878 per couple depending on the itinerary). This is combinable with most offers. Click here .
• Fly for free from select gateways, plus save $500 per couple off the cruise price of Europe sailings. Prices shown reflect the cruise discount. Expires April 30. Click here .
• Travel with Avalon Waterways and receive a Welcome Back Credit of $100 to $250 per person after your trip. The credit can be applied toward a subsequent trip with Avalon or its sister brands Globus and Cosmos. Click here .

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* Airline employees and retirees only may book a second cabin at the interline rate for friends and family

Avalon Waterways requires proof of Interline Rate Eligibility immediately upon confirmation of your booking. Without proof of qualified interline eligibility, Avalon Waterways reserves the right to automatically adjust the price to the applicable retail rate prior to departure.

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A Taste of the Danube

Budapest to Vienna 4 Days, 3 Countries Hungary, Slovakia, Austria Deluxe Stateroom $1,299 Panorama Suite $1,920

A Taste of the Danube with 2 Nights in Vienna

Vienna to Budapest 6 Days, 3 Countries Austria, Slovakia, Hungary Deluxe Stateroom $1,768 Panorama Suite $2,389

Danube Symphony

Budapest to Vilshofen 6 Days, 4 Countries Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany Deluxe Stateroom $1,849 Panorama Suite $2,884

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Moscow - Russian Rivers and Waterways Port of Call

Moscow is a wonderful city to visit, and travelers on river ship cruise tours to or from St. Petersburg spend a few days in Moscow . This capital city of Russia was our last port on a river cruise tour, and we had about four days to see most of the highlights. Our first day we did an overview driving tour and rode the subway under the Mockba (Moscow) River to Red Square. The next day we toured the State Armory and the Kremlin.

These photos show some of the other highlights you can see with three or four days in Moscow .

The Northern River Terminal is located on the Moscow Canal in the northwest section of Moscow at the Khimki Reservoir.

Most river cruise ships sailing between Moscow and St. Petersburg use the ship as a hotel while in Moscow. Because of traffic, it's often a long drive into the city, but the sights along the way are interesting, and you only have to unpack once for the river cruise.

View of Downtown Moscow from Sparrow Hills

Sparrow Hills is the best place to get a great panoramic view of Moscow. The Sparrow Hills overlook the Mockba River and are near Moscow State University.

Novodevichy Convent in Moscow

Novodevichy Convent in Moscow was founded in 1524, and was once used as a sort of prison for the unwanted wives and sisters of the Tsars. Peter the Great sent both his first wife and his sister to Novodevichy. Since the convent had such famous nuns, it was very wealthy due to the many donations of the Tsars and their families. At one time in the 1700s, the cloister had over 36,000 serfs working in 36 villages. Novodevichy was ravaged by the French armies in 1812, but the brave nuns saved the buildings by disarming the fuses set to blow them up. The Soviets wanted to make the convent into a museum in the early 1920s, but it was again saved.

Novodevichy also has a cemetery with the graves of many famous Russians, including Nikita Khrushchev, Anton Chekhov, Raisa Gorbachev, and Yuri Nikulin.

View of the Mockba River in Moscow, Russia

The Mockba (Moscow) River runs into the Volga via the 79.5 mile long Moscow Canal.

River ships sailing between Moscow and St. Petersburg on the Baltic Waterways embark and disembark at the Northern River Terminal about an hour's drive from the city. The drive time can vary significantly in length because of the heavy Moscow traffic. The river looks peaceful here, as it winds around the cosmopolitan area of Moscow.

Cathedral of Christ the Redeemer (Cathedral of Christ the Savior) in Moscow

The Cathedral of Christ the Redeemer, also known as the Cathedral of Christ the Savior, is the largest church in Russia, holding 10,000 worshipers.

The original Cathedral of Christ the Savior was built over 44 years to celebrate the 1812 victory over Napoleon. It was completed in 1883. Stalin had the church destroyed in 1931, but it was rebuilt using mostly private funds in 1999. The new church is a replica of the original. Note that it took 44 years the first time and only 4 years the second to complete the church! Isn't modern technology impressive.

One interesting tidbit is that it took three attempts to blow up the church in 1931. Stalin planned to build a huge Palace of the Soviets on the cleared land, but engineers determined that the land was too boggy. In the 60 years intervening, the space was used for a variety of things, including a year-round swimming pool!

Vendors' Market and Ski Jump at Sparrow Hills in Moscow

The panoramic view of Moscow from Sparrow Hills is a stopover for most tour groups, so we were not surprised to see a large number of vendors. The ski jump was a surprise, but Moscow gets very cold in winter, so winter sports are very popular. This ski jump is near Moscow State University and has a great view of the city. Seeing this ski jump reminded me of the famous Holmenkollen Ski Jump in Oslo, which also has a great view of that northern capital city.

Russian Soldiers' Memorial in Victory Park in Moscow

Matryoshka dolls for sale in moscow.

I thought this display of dolls was beautiful! The Matryoshka nesting dolls range in price from just a few dollars to thousands of dollars.

Central Museum of Armed Forces in Moscow, Russia

This small band greeted us at the Central Museum of Armed Forces in Moscow. They played a variety of band music and made us all feel very welcome.

Grand Triumphal Arch Celebrates the Victory Over Napoleon in the War of 1812

This arch looks a little like the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, and it is located near the Victory Park Metro Station in Moscow.

This Grand Triumphal Arch is decorated with the coats of arms from the 48 Russian provinces. To celebrate the victory over France in the war of 1812, it also includes bas-reliefs of the "Expulsion of the French." The arch was originally built in 1834, but has only been on this site since 1968.

It is a little ironic that this arch resembles the Paris Arc de Triomphe , which Napoleon built between 1806 and 1836 to celebrate his French victories.

Moscow Metro Station at the Ploshchad Revolyutsii (Revolution Square)

This station near Red Square has many statues honoring the workers of Russia.

Moscow Metro Station near Victory Park

The Metro in Moscow is one of its shining industrial achievements. Construction on the Metro was begun in 1931 and continues today. The system has over 165 stations and 155 miles of track. Over 9300 trains, traveling sometimes as fast as 56 mph, navigate the huge system each day. Almost 10 million people ride the Moscow Metro every day, which is more than the New York and London systems combined. We found the Metro to be very efficient, with trains arriving every few minutes.

Navigating the Metro system can be somewhat of a problem for non-Russian speaking riders. Most of the signage is in Cyrillic only, and the stations are quite large. Trying to find the correct exit while walking long distances underground can be challenging.

On our cruise tour, we rode the Metro as a group with our program director from near Victory Park under the Mockba River to Red Square. Several of the group ventured out on their own during our time in Moscow, and many rode the Metro. They all returned with stories of getting lost underground, but none seemed the worse for the experience, and they all loved telling the tales.

Red Square in Moscow

Red Square in Moscow is a must-see for visitors to the capital city of Russia.

The Kremlin in Moscow, Russia

The Kremlin is a favorite of Moscow tourists. Inside these walls are buildings for the government of Russia, cathedrals, and the wonderful State Armory museum.

Taras Bulba Restaurant in Moscow

We enjoyed a traditional Ukrainian lunch at this cute restaurant in Moscow before checking in at our hotel.

Buses Wait for Passengers Outside Museum

River cruise tour groups are usually divided into groups for the duration of the tour. Each group had their own bus when touring.

Military Airplanes at the Central Museum of Armed Forces in Moscow, Russia

Although much of the military museum was indoors, there was quite a collection of planes, helicopters, missile launchers, and tanks outside.

Foreign Ministry Building, One of Moscow's Seven Stalinist-Gothic Skyscrapers

Seven skyscrapers with layers giving them a "wedding cake" appearance dot the Moscow skyline. The style is considered Stalinist-Gothic.

Russian and American War Veterans at the Central Museum of Armed Forces

Meeting with some World War II Russian War veterans was a highlight of our day at the Central Museum of Armed Forces in Moscow.

Rocket Launchers and Missiles at the Central Museum of Armed Forces in Moscow

The inside of this museum is particularly impressive, but you will need a guide since all of the signage is only in Russian.

Old Arbat Pedestrian Shopping Area in Moscow

We all enjoyed exploring the shops on this mile-long pedestrian shopping area.

Food prices were high in the tourist attraction, with two small pizzas, two small beers, and a bottle of water at an outdoor cafe costing $40. Many of our group ate at the large McDonalds, where prices were more reasonable.

Female Cosmonaut Model at Star City Cosmonaut Training Center near Moscow

Female cosmonauts play an important role in the Russian space program. In 1963, Valentina Tereshkova from Yaroslavl was the first woman in space.

Souvenir Shop in Old Arbat Shopping Area in Moscow

The area of Old Arbat had many English signs to attract the tourist trade.

Centrifuge at Star City Outside Moscow, Russia

This 18 meter centrifuge is the world's largest. The centrifuge weighs over 30000 tons, and the maximum load is 30 G, but most tests are run at 3 or 4 G.

A centrifuge ride is the first test for a cosmonaut, whose entire training school takes from five to eight years. The centrifuge can simulate the extreme force of gravity that cosmonauts (and astronauts) face when going into space. A centrifuge training session lasts about 30 minutes, and the trainee experiences both the centrifugal force as well as the spin of the pod he/she is riding in. Just typing this makes me a little queasy!

Cosmonaut's Bathroom Facilities on First Space Flights at Star City

Just like in the USA, everyone who visits the Star City cosmonaut training center near Moscow wants to know how cosmonauts "go to the bathroom". They have more sophisticated equipment today, but this contraption from the early space flights is fairly self explanatory.

Star City Tank Used for Cosmonaut Weightlessness Training near Moscow

This 12-meter deep pool is used to simulate weightlessness training. The pool is flooded and the cosmonauts perform repair tasks on the model of the International Space Station. SCUBA diving underwater is very similar to the weightless experience the cosmonauts experience when working in outer space.

Mir Space Station Replica at Star City near Moscow

The original Mir disintegrated when it fell to earth in 2001. Mir, which means peace in Russian, was launched in 1986.

Marvel Paull with Statue of Yuri Gagarin at Star City near Moscow

Yuri Gagarin was the first man in space, and the Star City Cosmonaut training center was named after him in 1968.

River Cruise Passengers with Yuri Onufrienko, Russian Cosmonaut at Star City

In case you can't tell, Yuri is the one in the middle. My famous traveling mother, Marvel Paull, is on the left and Dick, a cruise friend is on the right.

A highlight of our day in Star City was a visit with Yuri Onufrienko , a Russian cosmonaut who spent extended time in space at the Mir space station in 1996 and the International Space Station in 2001-2002. Yuri patiently took many questions from our small inquisitive group.

Cosmonaut Space Suit at Star City near Moscow

Cosmonauts sit in this position on take off. Thanks to Jerry G. for the tip about the sign. It says, "Don't touch!"

Stained Glass Window at Star City near Moscow

Program directors at farewell dinner in moscow.

After 16 days of discovery, learning, and fun, we had a farewell dinner with the six Program Directors - Evgeny, Olga, Vladimir, Svetlana, Violetta, and Marina - in Moscow.

The Kremlin is a triangular, walled citadel in the center of Moscow. The Kremlin is considered by most to be the heart of the city. First conceived in the 12th century, the Kremlin (which means fortress) was expanded by Tsar Ivan III (Ivan the Great) during the 15th century. His architects designed the magnificent Cathedral of the Assumption and the Faceted Palace, and the Kremlin was an interesting mix of both Russian and Renaissance styles. During the Soviet time of the 1930s, many of the Kremlin buildings were destroyed or vandalized, and the complex remained closed to the public until 1955.

Today the Kremlin is home to the Russian President and his administration. Many buildings are open to the public, but you may need to be with a guide (check in advance).

I visited the Kremlin when in Moscow on a Russian Waterways cruise tour from St. Petersburg.

The Kremlin was also one of the 21 finalists for the New Seven Wonders of the World.  

Red Square in Moscow, Russia

Red Square's name has nothing to do with Communism or Soviet Russia. The old Russian word for "beautiful" and "red" was the same; the square was supposed to be called "Beautiful Square". Red Square has been the center of Moscow activity since the 16th century when the Tsar cleared the area and allowed vendors, shoppers, and businesses to fill the square. Today this square is surrounded by the Moscow Kremlin, the State Historical Museum, GUM Shopping Mall , and St. Basil's Cathedral .

Many of the important events of the last three hundred years in Russia have been marked by parades or demonstrations in Red Square. Anyone who enters Red Square will have memories from TV or movie reels of this magnificent public square. Those of us who grew up during the Cold War era can remember the parades of soldiers, tanks, and other armaments past Lenin's Tomb just outside the Kremlin Wall. The World War II generation remembers Red Square as the site of a huge victory celebration at the end of the war.

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Join us on an unforgettable tour to Moscow, the capital of Russia. Imagine visiting Red Square, St. Basil’s the Kremlin and more. Moscow is one of Europe’s most vibrant cities and one of Russia’s most historical. All of our tours to Moscow are fully customizable and can be adjusted to fit any budget. Our most popular tours are listed below. Please click on the tour details to learn more or contact us for more information about our Moscow tours using the form at the side of the page. You can also schedule a call with one of our Russian travel specialists to learn more.

Classic Moscow

This is our most popular Moscow tour that includes all the most prominent sights. You will become acquainted with ancient Russia in the Kremlin, admire Russian art in the Tretyakov Gallery, listen to street musicians as you stroll along the Old Arbat street, and learn about Soviet times on the Moscow Metro tour.

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A Week in Moscow

This tour is a perfect choice for those who wish to get to know Moscow in depth. One of the highlights of this package is the KGB history tour which gives an interesting perspective on the Cold War. You will also have time for exploring the city on your own or doing extra sightseeing.

Weekend in Moscow

This tour is a great way to get acquainted with the capital of Russia if you are short of time. You will see all the main attractions of the city, the most important of which is the Kremlin - the heart of Russia. The tour starts on Friday and can be combined with a business trip.

Group Tour Moscow Break by Intourist

Russia's capital has so much to offer, from the Kremlin and the Metro to the Old Arbat street and the Tretyakov Gallery. Besides these sites, you will also visit a fascinating country estate which today is quite off the beaten path, Gorky Estate, where the Soviet leader Lenin spent the last months of his life.

Kolomenskoye Tour with transport

The history of Kolomenskoye stretches back for centuries. In 1380, Dmitri Donskoi’s army passed through Kolomenskoye on their way to the Kulikovo battlefield, and it was...

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Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals & Armory Tour

The Kremlin is truly a fascinating structure, at the same time it is an ancient tower, the city’s former military fortification, a palace, an armory, the sovereign treasury...

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Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals, Armory, Diamond Fund Tour

Old Arbat walking tour

You will be told of the street’s interesting history and view the street’s artisan culture. You will also have the opportunity to view and purchase souvenirs from the...

Tour to Sergiev Posad with transport

Considered by some to be the Russian Vatican, Sergiev Posad is the temporary residence of the Patriarch of the Russian Orthodox Church. The Trinity St. Sergius Monastery (Lavra)...

Tour to Kuskovo with transport

The Kuskovo Estate often called the Moscow Versailles due to its perfectly preserved French park, is an example of an 18th century, luxurious Moscow summer residence. Its history...

Tour to Tsaritsyno with transport

The Tsaritsyno Estate is located in the southern part of Moscow. The estate was constructed for Catherine the Great by the Russian architects Bazhenov and Kazakov in a romantic...

Moscow Metro and Old Arbat Tour

The Moscow Metro is one of the largest and most grandly built metro systems in the world. It was meant to be a showcase of the Soviet Union’s achievements for both the Russians...

Vodka Museum Tour with transport (excursion and vodka tasting)

Vodka is an important component of Russian life, an element of national identity and everyday culture. We invite you to visit the Vodka Museum and feel the atmosphere of long-gone...

Mikhail Bulgakov Apartment Museum

This apartment museum located close to Patriarch Ponds became the prototype of the "bad apartment" described in the novel "The Master and Margarita." Currently the museum's...

Kremlin, Red Sq., Cathedrals & Diamond Fund Tour

The State Museum of Lev Tolstoy Tour

Take this opportunity to learn more about the Russian writer Lev Tolstoy. During the visit to the museum you will see part of a vast collection of exhibits connected to Tolstoy...

Novodevichy Convent Tour with transport

Tour of the Novodevichy Monastery. Founded in 1524 by Grand Prince VasiliIoanovich, the original convent was enclosed by fortified walls and contained 12 towers. The structure...

City Tour with Visit to St. Basils & Red Sq. with transport

Panoramic City Tour. This Moscow tour is a great start to your trip and the best way to get acquainted with many of the city’s major highlights. Our professional guide will...

City Tour of Moscow

Head to the heart of Moscow with a professional guide on a 4-hour private walk through the city center. See Tverskaya and Old Arbat streets, Theatre Square with the world-famous...

Moscow Metro walking tour

Kremlin, Red Square and Cathedrals Tour

KGB Tour with transport

This is a very interesting and insightful tour. You will visit places connected with Stalin’s terror - a time of great repression and fear. You will be shown monuments to...

Soviet and Post-Soviet Moscow Tour

The tour begins with a drive or walk down Tverskaya Street – a Soviet masterpiece. In the years of Soviet power, Tverskaya began to undergo a transformation: it was widened...

Tretyakov State Gallery Tour

This world-famous gallery contains masterpieces of Russian art beginning in the 10th century up until today. You will view exquisite Russian icons and paintings from the 18th and...

Jewish Heritage of Moscow Tour

This tour offers a detailed look into the history and present-day life of the Jewish community of Moscow. On the tour, you will visit sites connected with the cultural and religious...

Vodka Museum Tour with transport (excursion only)

Lena, our guide in Moscow was excellent. She was very knowledgable and could answer any question we had for her. We liked that she could pick up on our interests and take us places we might not have thought of to go. When we realized that one of the places we had chosen to see would probably not be that interesting to us, she was able to arrange entry to the Diamond Fund and the Armoury for us. Riding the Metro with Lena was a real adventure and a lot of fun. In Saint Petersburg we found Anna well versed in the history of the Tsars and in the Hermitage collection. Arkady in Veliky Novgorod was a very good guide and answered all of our questions with ease. Novgorod was perhaps a long way to go for a day trip, but we did enjoy it. Vasily was a great driver to have and kept us safe with good humour and skill. We enjoyed ourselves so much, my daughter says she is already planning to return. We would both have no hesistation to recommend ExpresstoRussia to anyone we know.

Just wanted to let you know that My grandson Bruno and I couldn´t have been more pleased with our week in Moscow (6/15 - 6/21). We were absolutely enchanted with the whole experience, including getting lost a couple of times in the Metro during our free time. Although both our guides (both Eleanas) were excellent, I would particularly commend the first one (she took us to the Tatiakov, the KGB tour, and to that beautiful cemetery where so many great Russian artists, authors, composers, musicians, militarists, and politicians are buried). Her knowledge is encyclopedic; and her understanding of today´s Russia as a product of its past was, for us, truly enlightening. I will be taking another tour in Russia, with my wife, within the next two or three years. I will be in touch with you when the time comes. Meanwhile, I will refer you to other potential visitors to Russia as I meet them.

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Our Moscow tours are land only meaning that you arrange your own air travel to Russia and our expert staff meets you at the airport and handles everything else from there. Our online Airline Ticket booking system offers some of the most competitive rates to Russia available on the web so if you need tickets, please visit our Russian air ticket center . Rest assured that you will be taken great care of on one of our Moscow tours. Express to Russia has a fully staffed office in Moscow that will help to make your visit fun, informative and unforgettable. Please remember that of all these tours are private and can be adjusted to your taste. You can add, replace or skip some sights; you can add more days to the package or cut the tour short. Our specialists will be glad to help you create the tour of your dreams!

Moscow, a City Like No Other

Moscow is Russia’s largest city with a population of between 12 and 13 million. It is also Europe’s largest city and when you visit Moscow, you can feel it. The layout and architecture of the city is eclectic, ranging from crooked, ancient streets and alleyways to wide, bustling boulevards, from medieval churches to Stalin skyscrapers and to modern, glass buildings towering over everything and of course in the center of it all is the Kremlin and the magnificent Red Square. Moscow is also home to a fantastic, efficient and very beautiful metro system – each station having its own special design. In fact, Express to Russia’s Moscow metro tours and excursions are some of our most popular attractions that we offer. On our Moscow tours, you will see this and more.

Moscow Tours centering on Russian History

Moscow has a long and interesting history and has been the capital of Russia in many of its different iterations – capital of the Grand Duchy of Moscow , the Russian Empire and of course the Soviet Union (who could ever forget the Soviet Union?). Moscow, was founded in the 12th century by Prince Yuri Dolgaruki (Yuri of the long arms – he really did have long arms!). From that time on, it was home to the Russian Tsars until Peter the Great moved the capital to St. Petersburg in 1703. The city has survived invasions and sieges from the Mongols, the Tartars, the Poles, Lithuanians and Napoleon but has always persevered. Our Moscow tours will enlighten you on this great history and give you insights into Muscovites and their unique culture. Our Moscow tours show you what the city is like today but also brings to life the past. Moscow never seems to sleep and is bursting with energy. A Moscow tour with Express to Russia is truly the best way of getting to know Russia’s largest and most vibrant city.

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What is the best time to visit moscow.

Any time of year is fine depending on what you plan to do. Summertime is pleasantly warm, ideal for exploring the city and its vibrant atmosphere, but Moscow will be much busier and accommodation is more expensive. Winter can be quite cold but beautiful nonetheless, and this is unproblematic if you intend to spend most of your trip in museums and galleries. There are also various festivals and events organised throughout the year. For more information about the best time to visit, read our guide

How many days are enough in Moscow?

If you plan your itinerary strategically and aren’t averse to a packed schedule, you can cover Moscow’s main sights over a long weekend. Most popular attractions are in the city centre, and the Moscow Metro allows you to cover much ground in a small amount of time. Ensure that your accommodation is fairly central and book tickets in advance, so that you can make the most of your days. For an informative and well-organised day out, check out our Moscow day tours with options to suit all interests.

Do they speak English in Moscow?

As Russia’s capital city, tourists are well accommodated in Moscow. There should be English-speaking staff in restaurants, bars, hotels, shops and attractions in tourist hotspots, and there are also English-speaking tourist police. Transport services have English translations on their maps and English announcements via intercom; alternatively, order taxis from the Yandex Taxi app (Russian Uber), though it’s unlikely that your taxi driver will speak English. If you get stuck and cannot communicate, it’s fine to use Google Translate.

Is it safe to travel to Moscow?

It is no less safe to travel to Moscow than to any European city if you exercise common sense and look after your belongings. As with every city some regions can be more unsavoury than others, but no tourist attractions are located there. The traffic in Moscow is notorious, so exercise caution when crossing roads. Do not take unlicensed taxis; book in advance or take public transport, which is widespread and perfectly safe. If you encounter any problems, look for the special tourist police who can help you. For more information, read our guide about staying safe in Russia .

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