With the completion of the impressive Moscow-Volga Canal in 1937, the capital was finally linked to the great system of waterways that runs from St. Petersburg on the Gulf of Finland all the way to Astrakhan on the Caspian Sea. As a result, it is possible today to follow the entire trade route along the Volga, from Moscow all the way to Astrakhan, the ancient capital of the Tatars. While cruising you will sail along almost the entire length of the Volga River to the edge of the Caspian Sea.
You will visit the beautiful and very business-like Moscow, discover the quietness of old Russian cities – Uglich, Yaroslavl, Kostroma, as well as the former home of political exiles - the ancient city of Nizhny Novgorod. You will get acquainted with the history of the present capital of the Tatar Republic – the exotic city of Kazan and many other charming cities of “hidden Russia”. Astrakhan - MoscowMoscow - Astrakhan |
