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Welcome to the wild North

Escape the winter and enjoy the Kimberley sunshine! Experience the beauty of this unique part of the world on board the Eco Abrolhos.

Escape to the Kimberley

Our Kimberley cruises will take you on once-in-a-lifetime adventure through what is one of Australia’s most spectacular natural wonders. Experience everything that this world-class destination has to offer.

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What's Included in Our Cruise?

Our 13-Night Kimberley cruise is the ultimate way to discover Australia’s rugged Kimberley coast. Eco Abrolhos Kimberley cruises are planned to take advantage of the tides to maximise the “WOW” factor at places like the Horizontal Falls, Montgomery Reef and the King George River.

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Our smaller vessel offers the ability to navigate up the rivers and our easy access expedition tenders are perfect for sightseeing & exploring or catching a fish for dinner. The expansive top deck onboard the Eco Abrolhos provides 360 degree viewing to take in the ever changing landscapes or to enjoy a sundowner from the fully licensed bar.

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Why Choose Us

We are passionate about taking our customers on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure, enriching them with knowledge, history and an unforgettable experience.

The Kimberley coast is renowned for its natural beauty and cultural significance. The spectacular landscapes contain unique terrestrial and marine ecosystems and are set in the wild, rugged, and remote Northwest of Australia. This coastal wilderness is only accessible from the sea and is now under the joint care of the Traditional landowners and the National and Marine Parks services. Eco Abrolhos visits the North Kimberley & Lalang-garram Marine Parks & the Prince Regent National Park. Take in the Horizontal Waterfalls, Montgomery Reef, Kings Cascades & the mighty King George River to name a few.

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• Eco Abrolhos limits passenger numbers on our Kimberley tours to 32 passengers & 10 crew. We even keep 2 berths per cruise for solo travellers.
• Our smaller passenger numbers create a more intimate group feel.
• The 4 x easy to access aluminium expedition tenders each carry 8 passengers + 2 crew and allow us to explore the Kimberley rivers & creeks. Tenders are 6.2m and have 100hp+.
• Eco Abrolhos offers 17 Air conditioned Cabins all with private ensuites.
• Accommodation is available across 3 deck levels.
• Cabin types include King Bed Deluxe, Queen/Double Bed Staterooms & Single bunks.
• King Beds have the ability to be separated into side by side single beds.

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• The Eco Abrolhos is a 34.89m Catamaran – a boutique small cruise vessel.
• There are 4 deck levels for passengers to explore.
• The extensive top deck is the perfect place to take in the ever changing view & to watch the burning red Kimberley sunsets.
• The main deck is the hub of the vessel activity & includes the lounge, a fully Licensed Bar & the Dining room. This deck has the Muster station & tender loading area.
• Internal areas of the vessel is air conditioned.
• Smaller group atmosphere & less waiting time.
• The Eco Abrolhos enters and navigates up the major rivers.
• Our easy access expedition tenders are constructed of aluminium and are high powered to get you into the Kimberley to explore the creeks in safety.
• Multiple excursions daily.
• Opportunity to try your hand at fishing & dine on the catch.
• A completed Booking Form + 20% non-refundable deposit of the total tour price is required within seven (7) days of making a booking.
• The balance of the cruise price is due ninety (90) days prior to departure.
• All prices are quoted in Australian dollars and are exclusive of GST unless otherwise stated.
• Payment may be made by direct deposit or via credit card – A credit card fee of 1.5% applies.

Eco Abrolhos will continue to apply onboard Covid – 19 hygiene protocols and practices in line with Government Health Authority recommendations.

Eco Abrolhos currently requires:

• Proof of Covid – 19 triple vaccinations prior to boarding
• Proof of Self-administered Negative RAT within 24 hours prior to boarding
• Completion of Health Declaration

Should any of the following events prevent you from joining your tour:

(a) you have been diagnosed with COVID-19 or

(b) you have been required to undertake COVID-19 isolation due to a health order

then Eco Abrolhos Cruises will offer you a cruise credit to the value of the amount paid.

The credit is valid for future travel on any cruise on the Eco Abrolhos (valid for 2 years). Credits are  NOT redeemable in cash. Reasonable substantiation of your claim such as a medical certificate will be required. No refund is payable.

You will be required to isolate yourself in your Cabin for the recommended isolation period (Currently 5 Days). Isolation is at the Guests expense and no refund or cruise credit will be provided for missed tour days by Eco Abrolhos.

Please note that medical evacuation expenses at the discretion of the Master of the vessel in relation to illness or injury are at the Guest expense & may be required to be paid at the time of evacuation.

The following items are not included in the tour price:

• Optional Helicopter flight – Mitchell Falls
• Optional Fast Boat Ride – Horizontal Waterfalls – subject to 3 rd  party operator availability
• Purchases from the Licensed bar eg alcoholic beverages
• Traditional Landowners Visitor Pass fees
• Use of satellite phone and internet

Notification of a cancellation must be made by written communication to Eco. The following cancellation fees will apply based on the notification date:

• 91 days or more before the departure date the cancellation fee is equivalent to your 20% deposit.
• 90 days or less before the departure date the cancellation fee is the equivalent of the full cruise price.

Failure to board the vessel on the departure date will be deemed a cancellation of the tour by the passenger and the cancellation fee is the equivalent of the full cruise price.

Changes to booking details incur a $200 administration fee and are at the discretion of Eco Abrolhos.

Eco Abrolhos strongly recommends that passengers purchase tour cancellation, medical evacuation, and interruption insurance as protection against financial loss from circumstances that may require you to cancel or leave a tour whilst in progress. Also recommended is adequate insurance to cover luggage, personal effects, and all other risks including Covid -19.

Due to the remote location of the Kimberley Coast an emergency evacuation from the vessel to the nearest RFDS airstrip will not be covered by Medicare & may need to be paid for by the guest in advance.

Please contact our office for further information.

Eco Abrolhos reserves 2 bunk cabins on each Kimberley tour to accommodate solo travellers. These cabins are available for solo occupation with a very small single supplement. Please call us to discuss pricing & availability.

During the cruise there are walks and climbs over uneven and unstable terrain and it is for this reason our tours are intended for persons in reasonably good health and fitness that are prepared to accept the risks involved of an adventure tour.

There is no requirement to participate in all of our excursions and our knowledeable guides and crew will provide an onboard briefing prior to each excursion & also be on hand to support you during excursions.

Passengers who are unsure of their suitability  including disability, limited mobility or other health conditions which may entail a risk to your health and/or the enjoyment of fellow travellers, are advised to contact us to assess our tour’s suitability for you before booking.

Eco Abrolhos offers fishing experiences throughout the cruise however we are not a fishing charter and do not fish every day. Our fishing focuses on pelagic species such as mackerel, giant trevally & queenfish in more open waters. Species such as Mangrove Jack, finger mark bream & perhaps the elusive barramundi in the rivers & creeks.

We only take enough fish for meals – all other fish are catch & release.

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14 day darwin to broome.

Day 1: Depart Darwin Boarding is at high tide ready to embark on our once in a lifetime Kimberley Cruise adventure. Enjoy a quiet drink and some nibble’s as you settle into your cabin. Then join us on the top deck for a glass of champagne and meet the rest of the guests as we watch the sunset on day 1.

We recommend that you arrive in Darwin the day before departure as the vessel’s departure time can vary on the day due to the tides. 

Day 2: Berkeley River See us at sea as we travel towards the Berkeley River. We will have plenty of time to settle in and meet new friends and fellow guests. We will also have the opportunity to view some movies of the Kimberley so we can all get excited and may even crack out the darts or bingo!!

Day 3: Berkeley River, Casuarina Falls Wake up this morning to the glorious Berkeley River and take in the inspiring vista from the top deck as we make our way up one of the great Kimberley gorges. Keep an eye out for the first of many crocodiles (bigones inhabit this river!!) and the chance to see a Jabiru on one of the mud banks.Once we can travel no further in our mother ship we will disembark into the tenders for a scenic cruise and maybe a chance to catch an elusive Barra for those who are keen.After lunch we will head back down to the mouth of the river and back into the tenders to view the Casuarina Falls and maybe a swim. As the sun sets enjoy a relaxing drink as we set sail for the mighty King George.

Day 4: King George River and Falls​ Once we have traversed the protective sand bar at the mouth of the magnificent King George, we will meander our way along this Kimberley icon to it’s falls. Be sure to have your camera batteries charged as you will need all you have to capture every photo opportunity!! 

Once at the falls we will stop within metres of them and then disembark into the tenders for a closer look. Those that feel up to it can make their way to the top of the highest single drop falls in Western Australia for one of the truly great views. In the afternoon we will set sail again for Vansittart Bay.

Day 5: Vansittart Bay, DC3 Plane, Indigenous Rock Art Vansittart Bay! One of the best places to view Bradshaw paintings. Wonder as to how these mysterious and elegant paintings came to be. 20,000 years old and looking like nothing you have ever seen before. We will also visit a downed DC3 plane from the war and learn about the secret WWII airbase that housed hundreds of B52 Bombers that the Japanese searched for in vain. At the end of the days adventures we will head for a nice refreshing dip in the sea on a tranquil beach.

Day 6: Mitchell River and Falls Today sees us in the mighty Mitchell River, home of the big Barra. A chance for everyone to hook the fish of a lifetime. We will spend the day here catching dinner and trying our hand at mud-crabbing as well. For those who feel up to it, there is great waterhole to soothe the days adventures away, safe from the ever present crocodiles. For those who would like to see the Mitchell Falls there is an option to take a helicopter ride and enjoy the view.

Day 7: Bigge Island, Wandjina Art, Hunter River Halfway through our Kimberley Cruise we visit Bigge Island, where we have a saltwater swim and walk on a beautiful sandy beach. We explore some beachfront caves to look at Wandjina art and a burial site of one of the Wunambal people. This afternoon we will head off to the Hunter River and try our luck at spotting some whales whilst enjoying a drink or two on the top deck.

Day 8: Mitchell River Wake up to the magnificent sandstone cliffs of the Hunter River. These spectacular rock formations change colour as the light comes and goes and as we spend the day sightseeing and fishing. There is also an option today to take a helicopter ride to the Mitchell Falls.

Day 9: King Cascade, Prince Regent River The infamous Kings Cascade and the Prince Regent River, once thought to be the access to a great inland sea. Today we get up close and marvel at the Kings Cascade waterfall and learning a little of the history about the discovery of the Kimberley Region. We will enjoy a swim at the top of the falls in another great waterhole and more chances to catch the elusive Barra. In the afternoon we will cruise down the river and watch another gorgeous sunset as we make our way further south.

Day 10: Brecknock Harbour, Kuri Bay, Freshwater Cove Waking up in Brecknock Harbour, we take an early morning run in the tenders to view the remains of the first Kimberley settlement and hear the tales of woe that beset this misinformed and tragic expedition. From here we will cruise past the famous Kuri Bay, the first Pearl Farm in the area and down to an art gallery at Freshwater Cove. You will have the chance to purchase our own little piece of history and do a bush tucker excursion with some of the local people. Just another fascinating remembrance of your Kimberly Cruise.

Day 11: Montgomery Reef, Doubtful Bay For those keen this morning we trek up the side of Raft Point for a look at some great Wandjina art and learn a little history of the area. Then it’s onwards to Freshwater Cove and its exquisite art gallery run by the locals. Buy a lasting memento and an ** option to go on a Country Cove Tour to really feel the spirit of “Country”.

We spend the afternoon watching the sun dip in the west, looking for whales and wondering – does life get any better than this!

Day 12: Raft Point Montgomery Reef, so named by Phillip Parkerking, in honour of his friend and surgeon on his exploration of the Kimberley coast. Witness the spectacle of this monolithic reef as it rises out of the water. We will sightsee up the channel and experience the many turtles, sharks, rays and egrets there are in this incredibly diverse system. In the afternoon we will steam across Doubtful Bay and enjoy another refreshing swim in a surprising waterfall and another chance at the golden Barra.

Day 13: Horizontal Falls White water rafting anyone? Well not quite, there is an option here to take a ride through the Horizontal Falls in tenders and experience one of the most exciting parts of the trip which is not to be missed. In our last hurrah of our Kimberley Cruise before heading to Broome we will visit Silica Beach. Truly a standout in a sea of beaches. This beach is so named because of the amount of Silica in its snow white sand. Hear it squeak underfoot as you relax one last time on the shores of the Kimberley and start planning your return journey, for no two trips are ever the same.

Day 14: Broome Disembarkation​​ Broome, the melting pot of many cultures, which makes this town unique. Sadly we say goodbye, but we leave with new friendships and the promise of more adventures, after the trip of a lifetime.

*Option – All optional tours are an additional expense.

This itinerary is an indication of what destinations are usually visited and activities are usually on offer. Throughout the expedition changes may be made to the itinerary as necessary to maximise your expeditionary experience. Allowances may be made for seasonal variations, weather, tidal conditions and any other event that may affect the operation of the vessel.  

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Eco Abrolhos

The classic catamaran Eco Abrolhos offers active 13-night Kimberley cruises for no more than 32 travellers. Excellent Australian crew.

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Join the 32-passenger Eco Abrolhos on one of her 2024 13-night Kimberley cruises and receive a discount of up to $1,000 per person off normal prices. Valid for new bookings made between 01 APRIL 2024 and 31 MAY 2024 or until sold out or withdrawn. Not combinable with any other promotion or offer.

About Eco Abrolhos

The classic catamaran Eco Abrolhos accommodates just 32 expeditioners on exploratory journeys along Western Australia’s Kimberley Coast. She is a 35-metre multi-hull small ship with four decks.

Her comprehensive 13-night expedition cruises through the Kimberley are designed for the more active traveller , with ample time for walks and exploration ashore. There are just eight cruises for the season between Wyndham (Kununurra) and Broome and vice versa and the knowledgeable Australian crew pride themselves on showcasing the very best of the Kimberley.  The cruises start and finish on the spring tide (new and full moon) to guarantee guests the maximum “WOW” factor at critical tidal attractions such as Montgomery Reef, the Horizontal Falls and the King George and Berkeley rivers – all of which are at the start or end of the expedition. In the middle of the trip, neap tides allow for better fishing and longer stops at the tide-dependent swimming holes and shore-based hikes.

Eco Abrolhos travels with four high-powered tenders, each seating eight guests in comfort. The folding front stairs make beach landings easy for any age.

Eco Abrolhos Kimberley Cruises

Eco Abrolhos operates 13-night expeditions between Darwin or Wyndham (Kununurra) and Broome, a route most other expedition ships complete in 10-nights. This extra time allows for an in-depth, unhurried exploration, and is ideal for travellers seeking a more active experience in terms of walks ashore.  All cruises feature the major highlights of the Kimberley, from King George Falls to Horizontal Falls, Montgomery Reef, Aboriginal art, King Cascades, fishing and so much more. Eco Abrolhos Kimberley cruises depart May to September annually.

Having the choice of starting or finishing in Darwin or Wyndham allows you to tailor your experience. Darwin departures are best for those wanting to combine their cruise with the Ghan or Kakadu, whereas Wyndham allows East Kimberley touring including El Questro and the Bungle Bungle.

Eco Abrolhos Staterooms & Cabins

Eco Abrolhos’s 17 staterooms and cabins accommodate a maximum of just 32 travellers. For guests seeking more space and larger beds, the five newly-refurbished King Bed Deluxe Staterooms offer maximum comfort, while the compact King Single and Lower Deck cabins offer great value for couples and single travellers alike. All accommodations feature air-conditioning, a private en suite and storage space for a comfortable ‘home away from home’.

King Bed Deluxe Stateroom

Refurbished during 2020, the five King Bed Deluxe Staterooms are located on the Top Deck (four) and Main Deck (one). Each features a private en suite, a king-size bed which can be separated into two singles if required, two bedside tables, desk and a wardrobe. King Bed Deluxe Staterooms also have a window so you can admire the Kimberley landscape as it glides by.

​Bedding: King (Double) or Twin Single beds ​Size: 14 SQM (151 SQF)

Queen / Double Bed Stateroom

Refurbished in 2020, these four staterooms are positioned on the main deck, two of which offer a queen bed while the remaining two are equipped with a double bed. Three of the four staterooms feature windows or portholes. There’s also a private en suite with toilet, shower and basin, a dresser, wardrobe and drawers.

​Bedding: Queen or Double ​Size: 10.75 SQM (115 SQF)

King Single Bunk Cabin

Three King Single Bunk Cabins are located on the Main Deck. These compact cabins feature king single bunk beds, private en suite, wardrobe and a set of drawers. Two offer external views through portholes, whilst one is an inside cabin which does not have exterior views. ​

Bedding: King Single Bunk Beds ​Size: 7 SQM (75 SQF)

Lower Deck Bunk Cabin

The four Lower Deck Bunk Cabins are located on the lower deck, down a flight of stairs from the main deck. Each cabin has its own porthole, a private en suite with toilet, shower and basin, single bunk beds, drawers and wardrobe. 

​Bedding: Single Bunk Beds ​Size: 7 SQM (75 SQF)

Lower Deck Single Cabin

Single travellers who wish to have their own cabin may elect to book a Lower Deck Cabin with a minimal single supplement. This offers outstanding value for guests travelling on their own. Limited single cabins available. ​

​Bedding: Single Bunk Beds (sole use) ​Size: 7 SQM (75 SQF)

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Day 1: Depart Darwin Boarding is at high tide ready to embark on our once in a lifetime Kimberley Cruise adventure. Enjoy a quiet drink and some nibble’s as you settle into your cabin. Then join us on the top deck for a glass of champagne and meet the rest of the guests as we watch the sunset on day 1.

We recommend that you arrive in Darwin the day before departure as the vessel’s departure time can vary on the day due to the tides. 

Day 2: Berkeley River See us at sea as we travel towards the Berkeley River. We will have plenty of time to settle in and meet new friends and fellow guests. We will also have the opportunity to view some movies of the Kimberley so we can all get excited and may even crack out the darts or bingo!!

Day 3: Berkeley River, Casuarina Falls Wake up this morning to the glorious Berkeley River and take in the inspiring vista from the top deck as we make our way up one of the great Kimberley gorges. Keep an eye out for the first of many crocodiles (bigones inhabit this river!!) and the chance to see a Jabiru on one of the mud banks.Once we can travel no further in our mother ship we will disembark into the tenders for a scenic cruise and maybe a chance to catch an elusive Barra for those who are keen.After lunch we will head back down to the mouth of the river and back into the tenders to view the Casuarina Falls and maybe a swim. As the sun sets enjoy a relaxing drink as we set sail for the mighty King George.

Day 4: King George River and Falls​ Once we have traversed the protective sand bar at the mouth of the magnificent King George, we will meander our way along this Kimberley icon to it’s falls. Be sure to have your camera batteries charged as you will need all you have to capture every photo opportunity!! 

Once at the falls we will stop within metres of them and then disembark into the tenders for a closer look. Those that feel up to it can make their way to the top of the highest single drop falls in Western Australia for one of the truly great views. In the afternoon we will set sail again for Vansittart Bay.

Day 5: Vansittart Bay, DC3 Plane, Indigenous Rock Art Vansittart Bay! One of the best places to view Bradshaw paintings. Wonder as to how these mysterious and elegant paintings came to be. 20,000 years old and looking like nothing you have ever seen before. We will also visit a downed DC3 plane from the war and learn about the secret WWII airbase that housed hundreds of B52 Bombers that the Japanese searched for in vain. At the end of the days adventures we will head for a nice refreshing dip in the sea on a tranquil beach.

Day 6: Mitchell River and Falls Today sees us in the mighty Mitchell River, home of the big Barra. A chance for everyone to hook the fish of a lifetime. We will spend the day here catching dinner and trying our hand at mud-crabbing as well. For those who feel up to it, there is great waterhole to soothe the days adventures away, safe from the ever present crocodiles. For those who would like to see the Mitchell Falls there is an option to take a helicopter ride and enjoy the view.

Day 7: Bigge Island, Wandjina Art, Hunter River Halfway through our Kimberley Cruise we visit Bigge Island, where we have a saltwater swim and walk on a beautiful sandy beach. We explore some beachfront caves to look at Wandjina art and a burial site of one of the Wunambal people. This afternoon we will head off to the Hunter River and try our luck at spotting some whales whilst enjoying a drink or two on the top deck.

Day 8: Mitchell River Wake up to the magnificent sandstone cliffs of the Hunter River. These spectacular rock formations change colour as the light comes and goes and as we spend the day sightseeing and fishing. There is also an option today to take a helicopter ride to the Mitchell Falls.

Day 9: King Cascade, Prince Regent River The infamous Kings Cascade and the Prince Regent River, once thought to be the access to a great inland sea. Today we get up close and marvel at the Kings Cascade waterfall and learning a little of the history about the discovery of the Kimberley Region. We will enjoy a swim at the top of the falls in another great waterhole and more chances to catch the elusive Barra. In the afternoon we will cruise down the river and watch another gorgeous sunset as we make our way further south.

Day 10: Brecknock Harbour, Kuri Bay, Freshwater Cove Waking up in Brecknock Harbour, we take an early morning run in the tenders to view the remains of the first Kimberley settlement and hear the tales of woe that beset this misinformed and tragic expedition. From here we will cruise past the famous Kuri Bay, the first Pearl Farm in the area and down to an art gallery at Freshwater Cove. You will have the chance to purchase our own little piece of history and do a bush tucker excursion with some of the local people. Just another fascinating remembrance of your Kimberly Cruise.

Day 11: Montgomery Reef, Doubtful Bay For those keen this morning we trek up the side of Raft Point for a look at some great Wandjina art and learn a little history of the area. Then it’s onwards to Freshwater Cove and its exquisite art gallery run by the locals. Buy a lasting memento and an ** option to go on a Country Cove Tour to really feel the spirit of “Country”.

We spend the afternoon watching the sun dip in the west, looking for whales and wondering – does life get any better than this!

Day 12: Raft Point Montgomery Reef, so named by Phillip Parkerking, in honour of his friend and surgeon on his exploration of the Kimberley coast. Witness the spectacle of this monolithic reef as it rises out of the water. We will sightsee up the channel and experience the many turtles, sharks, rays and egrets there are in this incredibly diverse system. In the afternoon we will steam across Doubtful Bay and enjoy another refreshing swim in a surprising waterfall and another chance at the golden Barra.

Day 13: Horizontal Falls White water rafting anyone? Well not quite, there is an option here to take a ride through the Horizontal Falls in tenders and experience one of the most exciting parts of the trip which is not to be missed. In our last hurrah of our Kimberley Cruise before heading to Broome we will visit Silica Beach. Truly a standout in a sea of beaches. This beach is so named because of the amount of Silica in its snow white sand. Hear it squeak underfoot as you relax one last time on the shores of the Kimberley and start planning your return journey, for no two trips are ever the same.

Day 14: Broome Disembarkation​​ Broome, the melting pot of many cultures, which makes this town unique. Sadly we say goodbye, but we leave with new friendships and the promise of more adventures, after the trip of a lifetime.

*Option — All optional tours are an additional expense.

This itinerary is an indication of what destinations are usually visited and activities are usually on offer. Throughout the expedition changes may be made to the itinerary as necessary to maximise your expeditionary experience. Allowances may be made for seasonal variations, weather, tidal conditions and any other event that may affect the operation of the vessel.

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Moscow: question for those who have gone from St Petersburg

By Wayfairers , August 22, 2019 in Northern Europe & Baltic Sea

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I have read many of the threads that discuss whether or not Moscow is worth the expense and long day, especially when there are only 2 days in port.  I realize there are two strong opinions from people with one side saying it is worth it and the other side says stay in St Petersburg. We have decided to go Moscow on day 1 of our visit. 

So, those who have done the long trip to Moscow....did you go with the cruise ship or a private guide?   If a private guide, who and would you recommend them?  Did you take the train both ways or fly one direction?  

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On 8/22/2019 at 9:28 AM, Wayfairers said: I have read many of the threads that discuss whether or not Moscow is worth the expense and long day, especially when there are only 2 days in port.  I realize there are two strong opinions from people with one side saying it is worth it and the other side says stay in St Petersburg. We have decided to go Moscow on day 1 of our visit.    So, those who have done the long trip to Moscow....did you go with the cruise ship or a private guide?   If a private guide, who and would you recommend them?  Did you take the train both ways or fly one direction?  

Been to Moscow several times. We have used the Sapsan both ways and have also flown both ways - never a combo of the train/plane. We enjoyed the Sapsan more than the flight. We have NOT travelled to Moscow when arriving by cruise ship so have no comment on your particular situation regarding a one day tour with only 2 days in St. Pete.  Good luck - hope the visit meets your expectations.

Thanks for the info.  Good to know you enjoyed the train more than the plane - I would expect we would too as flying is typically more hassle than taking the train.  

We decided to book the trip to Moscow with the cruise ship after learning that if we miss the train or plane we don’t get a refund in addition to missing Moscow.  And, I’ve had friends who’s ship missed the St Petersburg stop due to weather.

Moscow is a great city but I would rather spend all two days in St Petersburg. Some years ago we had almost a week there and still it doesn’t seem enough. We also had one day in Moscow and the journey arranged by the local travel agency was well organized and comfortable. In a view of time restrictions of the journey (we spent almost 8 hours on the train and just 6-7 hours in the city) one day in Moscow still felt a little rushed. Anyway, enjoy planning your trip and hope you have a great time in Russia!

Just make sure the day you are going to Moscow, it is not one of their holidays or even a day before a holiday.

Moscow is an amazing city but it is frustrating when Red Square is closed for parades, etc.... It is hard to determine when they close it but it is definitely closed for their holidays. When it is closed - you can only walk around the exterior of the square and look in.

Thanks!   I will check.  We are in Moscow May 16.  I know May 9 is a holiday. 

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I have 2 days in St. Petersburg and am thinking about this possibility. I think it’s hard to do this with 2 days. The first day will take longer time to go ashore because of the immigration process. The second day is not possible due to the early all abroad time. It seems that it’s only worth doing it if there are 3 days in St. Petersburg especially when a full day of touring in Moscow is preferred. 

1 hour ago, AngelDisney said: I have 2 days in St. Petersburg and am thinking about this possibility. I think it’s hard to do this with 2 days. The first day will take longer time to go ashore because of the immigration process. The second day is not possible due to the early all abroad time. It seems that it’s only worth doing it if there are 3 days in St. Petersburg especially when a full day of touring in Moscow is preferred. 

For 2 days - spend the time in St. Petersburg. There is so much to see there. Save this for a 2nd trip.

When we were in St. Petersburg we were also very interested in visiting Moscow. We were already in Russia why not visit as much places as we could, right? We used Anastasia Travel for our St. Petersburg tour and also asked them to include Moscow. They were very helpful and were very much willing to arrange a day trip to Moscow for us but they suggested we just stay in St. Petersburg since we only had 2 days. They were kind enough to explain that we would just waste time and money if me push through with the Moscow trip. We would spend more time on the train instead of using the time to explore and enjoy the sights. They were actually correct and we ended up enjoying a wonderful 2-day tour in St. Petersburg. I guess we'll have to go back to see Moscow and make sure to stay longer! 

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When we went to St Petersburg we had the same dilemma. We decided not to go to Moscow and didn’t regret it one bit. There is so much to see! If you spend the 2 days in St Petersburg you can go and see Peterhof Palace on one of the days. We were on a Princess cruise and like flowslow, we booked our private tours with Katharina from Anastasia Travel.   This way we used our time to the fullest to see as much as possible at our pace with a personal guide. (We are not fond of the big group tours from the cruise lines).

9 hours ago, angie7911922 said: When we went to St Petersburg we had the same dilemma. We decided not to go to Moscow and didn’t regret it one bit. There is so much to see! If you spend the 2 days in St Petersburg you can go and see Peterhof Palace on one of the days. We were on a Princess cruise and like flowslow, we booked our private tours with Katharina from Anastasia Travel.   This way we used our time to the fullest to see as much as possible at our pace with a personal guide. (We are not fond of the big group tours from the cruise lines).

We have two days and decided only staying in SPB for both days. We are thinking of forming a private tour with other cruisers on another forum as the CC roll call for that cruise is so quiet. We are looking into Anastasia Travel as well. Very excited to go!

On 9/1/2019 at 8:09 PM, AngelDisney said: We have two days and decided only staying in SPB for both days. We are thinking of forming a private tour with other cruisers on another forum as the CC roll call for that cruise is so quiet. We are looking into Anastasia Travel as well. Very excited to go!

Great idea to form a small group!! Have a fantastic time and I am sure you wont regret that decision!! 

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I'm not sure about customs when coming in on a cruise ship. We were told that if we wanted to leave the ship, we would have to be on a tour, either a ships tour or private tour. I know we had to show our tour tickets at customs to be allowed to go further. We chose Alla tours and they were fantastic. We were docked in St. Petersburg for 3 days and we did go to Moscow on the Capsan train on the 2nd day. It was a VERY long day. We had to meet our group at 6:00am and were on the train at 7:00am. We arrived back at to our cabin at 1:30am the next day. It was a wonderful day and we're so glad we went but if we were in St. Petersburg for only 2 days, I probably wouldn't spend a day in Moscow. It is a 4 hour train ride each way, and if you need to be back to the ship to depart, it may not leave you much time in Moscow. The 8 hours we spent there, wasn't nearly enough. Traffic is horrible and we ended up getting off our bus and taking the subway to Red Square. Those 8 hours allowed us a tour of Red Square, which was phenomenal as well as a quick walk through GUM department store and a ride on the subway with several stops to see the mosaics, sculptures and chandeliers that are in the corridors of the subway stops.

But.....there is so much to see in St. Petersburg , the 2 days we spent there, were a whirl.

Whatever you decide to do, be sure you're in line to get off the ship before the ship arrives in port. We were in line an hour early and there were still about 20 people ahead of us. We found that the cruise ship allowed their tour groups to get off the ship first, so when we got to customs, the lines were outrageous. It took us about an hour in line and we were late starting our tour. I had organized the tour with Alla and had advertised it on our cruise forum here at Cruise Critic. There were 12 of us and we met up on the ship each morning and went through customs together so we all met the tour bus at the same time. That was very helpful!

The lines the first day were the worst and days 2 and 3 went much more quickly. Also, everyone was getting off the ship at the same time on Day 1, but tours met and left at different times on Days 2 and 3.

16 minutes ago, luvtravel88 said: . Whatever you decide to do, be sure you're in line to get off the ship before the ship arrives in port. We were in line an hour early and there were still about 20 people ahead of us. We found that the cruise ship allowed their tour groups to get off the ship first, so when we got to customs, the lines were outrageous. It took us about an hour in line and we were late starting our tour. ! The lines the first day were the worst and days 2 and 3 went much more quickly. Also, everyone was getting off the ship at the same time on Day 1, but tours met and left at different times on Days 2 and 3.

This is one of the reasons that we decided to use the cruise ship to go to Moscow our first day in St Petersburg. 

25 minutes ago, Wayfairers said: This is one of the reasons that we decided to use the cruise ship to go to Moscow our first day in St Petersburg. 

I believe that the ship tours to Moscow go via air, right?

Yes, as others have noted, there is MUCH to see in Saint Petersburg and in spending a week there one will barely scratch the surface - the same is true for Moscow.

It sounds like you want to get a "taste" of both cities - don't allow anyone to "throw water" on your plans as you best know what you want to do. You can always return for an extended visit.  😉

4 hours ago, dogs4fun said: I believe that the ship tours to Moscow go via air, right? Yes, as others have noted, there is MUCH to see in Saint Petersburg and in spending a week there one will barely scratch the surface - the same is true for Moscow. It sounds like you want to get a "taste" of both cities - don't allow anyone to "throw water" on your plans as you best know what you want to do. You can always return for an extended visit.  😉

No, our ship tour is going by train there and back unless I misread something.  You are right...we just want a taste of both cities.  In fact, that is what we get from all cruise port stops - just a taste.  We are never there long enough to the see the area completely.

2 hours ago, Wayfairers said: No, our ship tour is going by train there and back unless I misread something.  

Interesting - I thought that the ship tours flew to Moscow when in port for only 2 days. Hope you will post upon return and let us know how it went.

16 hours ago, dogs4fun said: Interesting - I thought that the ship tours flew to Moscow when in port for only 2 days. Hope you will post upon return and let us know how it went.

Double checked and it says we go to Moscow on the high speed train.   Come back the same way.   From all I’ve read it takes a little longer (ship to Moscow sites) to fly than to take the train.  

I've been thinking about that - and I might be wrong, but it seems to me an SPB-Moscow combo over a 3-day cruise is one of the few remaining cases where obtaining a full-fledged Russian visa actually makes sense (especially for families/groups and especially if one is willing to do some DIY trip planning). 

Just to make sure, though - for those staying on the ship, is there some kind of curfew, or are you able to come and go as you please?

4 minutes ago, napoxoguk said: I've been thinking about that - and I might be wrong, but it seems to me an SPB-Moscow combo over a 3-day cruise is one of the few remaining cases where obtaining a full-fledged Russian visa actually makes sense (especially for families/groups and especially if one is willing to do some DIY trip planning).    Just to make sure, though - for those staying on the ship, is there some kind of curfew, or are you able to come and go as you please?  

If you have a Russian visa there is no curfew - you may come and go as you wish. In fact, if you so choose, you can spend the entire time in the city (staying at a hotel in either Moscow or St. Petersburg) rather than returning to your ship each evening - but ONLY if you have a visa.

6 minutes ago, dogs4fun said: If you have a Russian visa there is no curfew - you may come and go as you wish. In fact, if you so choose, you can spend the entire time in the city (staying at a hotel in either Moscow or St. Petersburg) rather than returning to your ship each evening - but ONLY if you have a visa.

That is what my research shows too.  A quick google search showed the tourist visas for US citizens are $160.  I’m willing to pay for a tour rather than get the visa.  We’ve gotten most of the visas that are a pain to get and I’m tired of doing that. 

2 minutes ago, Wayfairers said: I’m willing to pay for a tour rather than get the visa

I understand. Ru visa process can be expensive and time consuming, especially if you live far away from one of the visa centers.

I'm just trying to come up with a reasonably conservative number - what can one realistically expect to pay for a mad 1-day Moscow dash if they go DIY.

For a regular SPB-only itinerary, visa doesn't seem to make sense - not only price-wise, but also from the standpoint of convenience - all the local operators have their itineraries down to a science.

With Moscow, though, it's not so clear-cut.

I found that most of the tour operators will give you a tour but no guarantee that you make it to Moscow because you will miss the train if debarkation is too slow.  I found one tour that offers a 2 day tour with a flight to Moscow day 1 and train back and St Petersburg day 2.   Seriously considered them.   I briefly thought about getting a visa and spending the night in Moscow but never priced everything out. If you look into that I would love to see what you find. Probably not for us though because I want to see some of both cities.  

2 hours ago, napoxoguk said: I understand. Ru visa process can be expensive and time consuming, especially if you live far away from one of the visa centers. I'm just trying to come up with a reasonably conservative number - what can one realistically expect to pay for a mad 1-day Moscow dash if they go DIY.

I have visited Russia multiple times. I received my latest 3 year visa in May and here are the associated costs:

Single/Double/Multiple entry visa, consular fee = $198

Visa Center Processing fee = $50

Total = $248   (this is your total if you apply in person at one of the 4 consulates located in the USA - since I don't live near a Russian consulate, I must use the more costly mail option)

SO ... here is what I actually paid:

Multiple entry visa, consular fee = $198

Visa Center Processing fee by mail = $120

Return shipping/handling fee = $35

Total = $353

Totally worth the fee as I spend multiple weeks in Russia yearly and prefer DIY - personally, I would not consider a visa if it was a one time visit via cruise.

So, for DIY, added to the visa expense, one must add the cost of the sapsan train (or flight), Moscow transportation (metro is great), food & associated entrance fees to the Kremlin (and whatever else one has the time/desire to visit).

FYI: There is a HOHO in both Moscow & St. Petersburg.

Okay, I think the diy budget might be something like ₽20,000 (about $300) per person. This includes:

Train tickets: ₽9000 (5+4); Kremlin+armory: 1700 (1000+700)

Boat ride:600

Meals: 3000 (1500 per casual meal)

Contingencies (Uber ride if needed, etc): 2500. 

It's based on a number of assumptions, so real-life mileage will vary - please let me know if you identify some glaring omissions or errors.

Assumptions:

Done on day 2 of three.

Good weather (lots of outside/walking time)

Earliest Sapsan to Moscow, overnight double decker from Moscow (no hotel stays)

Train tickets purchased at least 30 days in advance, economy for Sapsan and economy plus for the double decker (includes a bottle of water and a piece of gingerbread).

All group members are adults

Done on a day when the Kremlin, Red Sq, and other Moscow attractions are actually open.

Boat ride via watertrams-radisson.ru (the cheapest option with English audio guide)

Sample itinerary:

leave SPB on Sapsan 743a (5:30am), sleep on the train.

Arrive Moscow 9am

DIY Metro tour until 11am

Kremlin excursion (cathedral Sq, DIY) 11:30

Armory excursion (audioguide) 12:30 

Quick lunch (at GUM stolovaya or fast food chains at Manezhnaya sq) : 2 to 3pm.

Walk to Zaryadye boat pier via Alexander's garden, Red Sq, Zaryadye. Boats leave every 30 minutes. Route: Zaryadye- Gorky Park - luzhniki- Ukraina - turnaround - sparrow hills - Gorky Park. Time on board: 2 hrs. 

Gorky Park/muzeon (5:30 to 7:30). 

Head back (metro) towards red sq for evening walk/dinner (tverskaya-kamergersky-b.dmitrovka-metropol-nikolskaya area)

Need to be back at the train station by 10:30 to catch the 006aa train departing at 10:50. 

Back to SPB at 6:47 am.

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