What is the best way to organize your short event?
Firstly, it is better to immediately abandon the double-decker motor ships - you will not have time to get used to the ship, but the time will come to dock. The only exception can be the option when all guests from the wedding are delivered from the registry office on the English Embankment to a restaurant, for example, on Krestovsky Island. But in this case, is usually enough single-deck "Fontanka" that the tour mode can accommodate 50 people. It is unlikely that more guests will come to the registry office.Secondly, it is better to immediately abandon the banquet in favor of a buffet table. Let us remind you that a banquet is when everyone sits at the tables, and during a buffet table, guests move freely around the salon, and all snacks and drinks are located on the tables, from which they need to be picked up on their own. The buffet is faster, easier and, most importantly, practically does not require time for serving and final cleaning. Agree, paying for 2 hours of the actual rental of the ship and one more hour to them, necessary for setting tables and finalizing the salon in its original form, is, to put it mildly, not a very good deal.
Thirdly, you need to carefully consider the route of the event and the places of embarkation and disembarkation. Two hours is, in principle, enough time to explore the main sights of St. Petersburg, accessible from the water. But it would be a great solution for the captain not to try to close the circle, but to drop you off on the wrong berth from which your journey began. This will allow organizing a more scenic and varied route. When renting a ship at 5:00, you can not pay attention to the address of berths available to the shipping company, but for short trips, this factor comes to the fore.
How about a two-hour route for a day trip on a single-deck motor ship?
The motor ship covers approximately 25 kilometers in 120 minutes. You will go around the standard circle along the Moika and Fontanka. From Fontaka you will see Anichkov Bridge, Summer Garden and Mikhailovsky (Engineering) Palace, Chizhik-Pyzhik, facades of Sheremetyev and Shuvalov palaces. From the Moika one can see the General Staff, St. Isaac's Cathedral, the Stroganov, Mariinsky and Yusupov palaces, the reconstructed New Holland. There will also be half an hour left to move along the Neva - you can see the Sphinxes, Aurora, the Peter and Paul Fortress.But, believe me, 2 hours for almost any event (wedding, graduation, corporate party) is still very, very little. But if a boat trip is used as an addition, then it can be a very good idea for a big holiday. Among the two-hour rentals, the most popular are bridge-opening walks, to which passengers come after the restaurant. Here, by the way, more rental time is not needed.
How much will it cost to rent a motor ship for 2 hours?
You will spend at least 10, maximum - 20-23 thousand rubles. It all depends on whatWeekend cruises departing from Moscow are the most popular among Muscovites and guests of the capital. This is due to their short duration, the absence of the need to arrange a vacation, and their relative cheapness in comparison with multi-day flights.
From the northern river station in Moscow, you can go for three days to:
From the southern river station to:
Cities farther from Moscow are not available for three-day cruises. The fact is that all these cities are located on the coast of the Volga, which is connected to Moscow. . Its length is 128 kilometers. On this route, the motor ships pass a cascade of six locks. And, given that the ship passes through the canal twice during the cruise, it takes quite a long time (usually at night). As a result, the journey to Tver takes about 20 hours, and to Uglich almost a day. For about the same amount of time, the motor ship goes from the Southern River Station to Kanstantinovo.
Departure and arrival times
The motor ships leave Moscow for weekend cruises on Friday evening: at 17:30, 19:30 or 21:30. The motor ship takes an average of 4 hours to reach lock No. 6, which opens a cascade of other locks, so that the next locks are passed by the motor ship at night. Passengers have breakfast against the backdrop of the Volga banks.
The ships usually return to Moscow at 15:00, 20:00, 22:00.
Motor ships
As a rule, short trips to Uglich or Tver are operated by two- and three-deck motor ships. This is due to the fact that the four-deck motor ships are involved in the St. Petersburg direction. Only double-decker motor ships of the "Borodino" type go to Konstantinovo, since the depths of the Oka and Moskva rivers do not allow the use of motor ships with a large draft on this route.
Four-deck motor ships are actively involved in weekend cruises at the beginning and end of navigation.
The cost of vouchers.
The cost of a three-day cruise in a standard double cabin on the middle deck is on average from 7 to 14 thousand rubles. depending on the type of motor ship. This amount includes: accommodation in a cabin, bedding and toiletries, three meals a day in the restaurant of the ship, an entertainment program on board, methodological support along the route, an excursion program on the shore. For an additional fee: bar, sauna, hairdresser, massage, etc.
Approximate excursion program
Your choice:
1. Sightseeing walking tour of the city with a visit to the territory of the Kremlin, the Transfiguration Cathedral, the Church of Tsarevich Dmitry "On Blood", the vodka museum.
2. Sightseeing walking tour of the city with a visit to the active female Alekseevsky monastery and the gallery of modern Orthodox art and painting "Under the Holy Protection".
In Tver.
Your choice:
1. Sightseeing walking tour of the city with a visit to the Tver Museum of Life.
2. Sightseeing walking tour of the city with a visit to the Saltykov-Shchedrin Museum.
In Myshkin.
Your choice:
1. Sightseeing walking tour "To the mice at the old mill" (visiting the old mill, the barn mice exposition, the Russian felt boots museum, the house of crafts, the Flax exhibition, visiting the Upper Boulevard, the Assumption Cathedral and the 60th Victory anniversary memorial. )
2. Sightseeing walking tour "The Kingdom of Mouse" (visit to the TC "Palace of the Mouse"), the Museum "Russian felt boots", the Upper Boulevard, the Assumption Cathedral and the 60th Victory Anniversary Memorial, the exhibition "Myshkin in Old Photos"
In Kalyazin.
Walking tour of the Zarechnaya part of the city of Kalyazin "Riddles of the flooded city" with a visit to the local history museum, Vvedenskaya church, exhibition and sale "Kalyazin boots" and "Russian flax".
In Konstantinovo.
Sightseeing walking tour with a visit to the house-museum of S.A. Yesenin and the estate of L.I. Kashina.
Optional excursion: Trip to St. John the Theologian monastery (with a visit to the holy source).
In addition to the cities listed, on the route of the ship you will have the opportunity to see other ancient coastal cities, interesting for their sights:
Dmitrov is an ancient Russian city with magnificent panoramas of golden domes of churches, founded in 1154;
Konakovo, famous for its mineral water and sturgeon breeding plant;
Kimry - the former capital of footwear and the city of merchant fairs;
Sosenki is a green camp on the picturesque bank of the Volga.
Weekend cruises will be a great start to your passion for river tourism or comfortable relaxation on the water away from the bustle of the city.
Do you love river travel? Slow movement of the ship, white breakers along the side, fresh wind and stunning landscapes. If with these words you immediately wanted to go hiking, then choose a comfortable liner that will make all your dreams come true. Today we want to tell you about the "Two Capitals" - a ship that you will definitely like.
Cruise company "Infoflot"
Vacation planning is a responsible business, because the quality of your vacation depends on the work of your tour operator. To make the right choice, pay attention to the reviews of other tourists.
In this regard, the motor ship "Dve capitals" ("Infoflot") is very attractive. The company offers a lot of different directions, which differ in duration. But all of them are united by excellent conditions. Judging by the reviews, this is a beautiful and very cozy ship.
Tourists are delighted with tasty and healthy buffet meals, concerts and discos. And for children there are children's rooms where you can play and watch cartoons. Tour Operator "Infoflot", according to numerous reviews - it is a reliable company that is developing steadily, and offers the best options for your holiday.
Short description
Since you will draw your own conclusions, we will try to present only the facts. So, "Two Capitals" is a motor ship that was rebuilt from the old "Anatoly Papanov". It was built one of the last in a series of large ships in 1961. A total of 50 motor ships of this project were launched. Until now, they are doing an excellent job of their duties. Despite the fact that initially they were assigned to various ports of the Volga, the design took into account the possibility of passing through the rather narrow White Sea-Baltic Canal.
"Two capitals" is a motor ship that is relatively small in size. On the one hand, this has a good effect on maneuverability, and on the other hand, it restricts the designers, forcing to lower the level of comfort and capacity. However, the reconstruction has greatly changed the situation. Initially, the ship was designed for 340 passengers, and could carry up to 1000, in a seated position. Today, the number of cabins has been greatly reduced, due to which living conditions have improved. Now 182 tourists are accepted on board to the main places.
Characteristics of the ship
As already mentioned, the ship can take 182 passengers to the main seats. The beautiful three-deck liner invites you to go on a journey. The total length of the vessel is 95 meters, the width is 14 meters. That is, the ship is quite compact, which allows it to pass in narrow places and channels. Displacement 1550 tons.
The vessel is slow-moving (it develops a speed of 24 km / h), however, for a pleasure boat, this is more a plus than a minus. A gentle breeze and the murmur of water overboard bring peace and tranquility.
Conditions on board
Today "Two Capitals" is a modern, comfortable motor ship, equipped with modern navigation equipment. There are a large number of cabins on board, among which everyone can choose what suits him best. Starting from economy class and ending with the category "luxury". All of them are equipped with the necessary furniture, household appliances and bathrooms. For the most discerning guests there are luxurious panorama cabins. However, judging by the reviews, even ordinary, inexpensive cabins are very convenient and comfortable.
Cabins for tourists
Of course, living conditions are of concern to most future tourists. However, you have nothing to worry about if you choose the motor ship "Two Capitals". Photos of the cabins are presented on the tour operator's website, so you will get acquainted with the room in which you will spend your time on the way in advance.
We have already said that this ship has three decks, and on each of them the living conditions are slightly different. The boat deck is where the panorama class cabins are located. Here the room has all the amenities - a washbasin and a bathroom, a shower and an air conditioner. The cabin has a double bed, sofa, wardrobe, refrigerator and TV. The huge ones make your stay in the cabin especially pleasant.
The above-mentioned rooms are only slightly inferior to the suites and junior suites, as well as the superior rooms A1 and A2 with observation windows, which are located on the same deck. Judging by the reviews, the rest here can be compared with the most comfortable hotels, and amazing excursions make the time spent truly unforgettable.
The middle deck repeats the same set of cabins. The only difference is that the B2k option is added to them. This is a double cabin with partial conveniences and observation windows. There is a washbasin with hot and cold water, two single sofas, table and chairs, wardrobe and TV. On the main deck there are comfortable A + rooms.
Finally, the lower deck is the place for the cabins with portholes. Here you will not get the same experience as when observing the surroundings through the large windows. These are numbers A2h and A4h. Cabins for two main and two additional beds with all conveniences (washbasin, toilet and shower).
Services for tourists
The motor ship "Two Capitals" (the photo does not convey all the splendor of this three-deck vessel) invites its guests to visit the restaurant "Summer Garden" on the main deck. Analyzing the reviews of tourists, we can say that the food here is very tasty and varied, and the prices are pleasantly surprising.
Bar "Chizhik-Pyzhik" offers a wide range of soft drinks and an excellent wine list, various types of tea and coffee, that is, you will definitely have something to choose for yourself. The library bar will allow you to spend time reading the best books, and the outdoor solarium will provide you with an amazing tan by the end of your trip. There is a rental point where you can take any sports equipment that can be used in the parking lot.
Children will not be bored either if you take them with you on the motor ship "Two Capitals". Reviews suggest that they are much more interested on board this ship than in most tourist hotels. Excursions and hikes, fresh air, a new company, as well as entertaining playrooms - all this will benefit the younger generation.
Most popular tours
It is very difficult to list all the tours, so today we will focus only on the most popular ones. We suggest you pay attention to the direction Nizhny Novgorod - Moscow. On the way, tourists will visit the ancient cities of Russia, stay in Kostroma and Rybinsk, and can buy memorable souvenirs.
The cost of a trip for 5 days is 13,000 rubles. Reviews of the cruise on the motor ship "Two Capitals" confirm that throughout the entire journey you will be surrounded by an atmosphere of comfort, harmony and warmth. The friendly staff will try to fulfill any of your requests.
If you have a very limited time, then you can take one short trip from Moscow to St. Petersburg, via Valaam and Myshkin. Its cost is 25,000 rubles.
Longer cruises
However, if you have enough free time, then it is better to go on a full cruise for 12-15 days. During this time, you can definitely enjoy a variety of excursions and fall in love with the motor ship "Two capitals".
