Looking for a new destination to cross off your bucket list? Russia is a unique blend of the old and the new, unlike any place you have ever visited. We invite you to see for yourselves! Join us June 25, 2012 on a Viking River Cruises® Waterways of the Czars itinerary.
June is the perfect time to consider a cruise through Russia. Not only are the destinations amazing, but the ship is, too. The Pakhomov has been recently renovated for your convenience and enjoyment, not to mention the fact that these ships have been dubbed the best ships in all of Russia.
Check out this video featuring the Russian itinerary:
The itinerary will give you the vacation of a lifetime while exploring the “Waterways of the Czars.” Sailing from St. Petersburg to Moscow, a few of the attractions that you will be able to see include the beautiful Bolshoi Theater; the historic Red Square; the infamous Kremlin; the Golden Ring cities of Uglich and Yaroslavl; Catherine’s Palace, the summer palace home for the Czars and St. Basil’s Cathedral. These iconic sites have changed little in the past century—but have an extraordinary youthful, dynamic style. Both cities offer a veritable banquet of cultural delights: architecture, music, ballet, opera, street theater, an unparalleled literary tradition, and even a vodka museum!
There is something for everyone, and with ample time to explore the cities on your own we know that you will not leave disappointed. You’ll find this cruise promises to be a truly unforgettable way to experience the unique culture of Russia. And, by sailing with us, you can enjoy special savings off the published fare. Our group rate is from $4085.50-$4655.50 per person based on double occupancy. Airfare is additional.
If you are considering this Russian river cruise, please feel free to send me an email or call me so we can discuss your vacation plans in detail.
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To whet your appetite for a Russian culinary experience, try this recipe published in the Viking Horn®, Viking’s travel agent newsletter:
Russian Blini
Blini are traditional Russian pancakes, similar to crêpes, but made with yeasted dough. Often, blini are made in bite-sized portions and served with a variety of toppings from caviar and smoked salmon for a savory sampling to sweet cream and fruit for a dessert treat.
Ingredients:
1 1/3 cup All-purpose flour
1 cup Buckwheat flour
1 tsp. Salt
2 tsp. Instant yeast
1/2 cup Milk, warmed
4 tsp. Butter, melted and cooled
2 Eggs, separated
1/2 cup Butter (for frying)
Directions:
Combine both flour, salt and instant yeast in a bowl; make a well in the center. Add milk, mix until smooth; cover and let rise for about one hour. Stir in butter and egg yolks. Beat egg whites until stiff; fold into batter. Cover and let stand for 20 minutes.
Heat a nonstick skillet and coat with butter. Drop quarter-sized dough into skillet. Cook on one side for about one minute; flip and cook for 30 seconds. Can make a few at a time; repeat until batter is finished.
Makes 48 pancakes.
Serve with a variety of toppings including caviar, smoked salmon, chopped hard-boiled eggs, minced onion, crème fraishe and chopped dill. Enjoy!
