Overview:
Imagine cruising three rivers, two seas and five countries from Kiev, the first capital of Russia, to the ancient, timeless city of Istanbul. Eleven days in the Russian Far East, a hidden paradise on the edge of the world. The top of the world – the North Pole. Or sailing from Volgograd to Moscow to the strains of Tchaikovsky and the Russian National Orchestra.

Imperial River Cruises, a New York-based supplier of river cruises and specialized travel services in Russia and Ukraine, has announced its 2008-2009 schedule of cruises and land packages. Its traditional trips in Russia and Ukraine, including cruises from Moscow to St. Petersburg, are supplemented this year with exciting a 13-day Russian National Orchestra Cruise.

“Our clients are baby boomers and senior citizens. They have seen the world and seek a new adventure,” said Alexander Bout, president of Imperial River Cruises. “They are sophisticated destination travelers seeking the greatest sights of Russia: Moscow, St. Petersburg and Ukraine, the Golden Ring cities, history and cultural heritage.

“Imperial River Cruises’ main commitments are a unique and quality product, unbeatable prices and commission structures and customer service before, during and after the journey – a combination guaranteed to ensure satisfaction for travelers and travel agents alike,” he said.

Contact:
Dina Kerva
Vice President
Imperial River Cruises
15 Artisan Ave.
Huntington, NY 11743 USA

Phone: +1-631-692-2700
       +1-914-410-3275
Fax: +1-631-692-6700

E-mail:
river@cruisebyriver.com

Web Site:
www.cruisebyriver.com
www.imperialrivercruises.com

Feature:
Some of Imperial River Cruises’ products for 2008-2009:

CLASSIC WATERWAYS OF RUSSIA
Cruise between two capitals of Russia, Moscow and St. Petersburg, with side visits to towns and villages with folklore, arts and crafts and music.

GREAT MOTHER VOLGA AND CASPIAN SEA CRUISES
Cruise along the Volga and Don rivers from the Caspian to the Baltic Sea, visiting the capitals of Russian states.

BLACK SEA AND DNEPR RIVER CRUISE FROM KIEV TO ISTANBUL
Visit the cradle of Slavic civilization, Ukraine; the picturesque river towns of Bulgaria and Moldova; ancient Romania; and mysterious Turkey.

FOR MUSIC LOVERS
A 13-day classical music program with the Russian National Orchestra satisfies your curiosity about mysterious Russian lands and indulges your passion for music at the same time.

LAND PACKAGES IN RUSSIA AND UKRAINE
All motor-ships are modern, specially designed for inland waterway and sea cruising, all cabins outside. Cruises are 10 to 20 days, fully guided, include all meals, varying amenities, guided sightseeing in each port of call and live entertainment aboard. Prices from $1,650 to $2,450, from $4,250 for the 10-day Far East cruise.

Imperial River Cruises guarantees standard 12% commission on FIT bookings and 18% on groups, minimum group size 20 persons. Commission is on final payment to all IATA/ARC/CLIA/MCNA/ NACTA and home-based-IATA approved travel agents worldwide, whether reservation is booked through our website, e-mail or phone.

Itineraries can be created for individuals or special groups, such as religious, professional or academic organizations. Fam trips available for travel agents and journalists with assignments.

IRC is a member of NCMA, NACTA and IATA. For more than 15 years it has handled travel arrangements in Russia and Ukraine for thousands of tourists and businessmen from the United States, Canada, Europe and Australia.