Dnieper River Cruise - Sevastopol, Ukraine DAY 3 - Sevastopol (Fri.) Scenic Cruising. Spend the morning cruising the Black Sea, arriving in Sevastopol after lunch. Included Sevastopol Tour. Upon arrival, disembark for a tour of Sevastopol. Once the base of the Soviet Black Sea Fleet, it is Ukraine’s largest commercial fishing and shipping port. Make a stop at the hilltop St. Vladimir Cathedral, the Admiral Nakhimov Memorial and Prince Pier. Until recently, the city was closed to all who did … [Read more...]
Odessa – "Pearl of the Black Sea"
November 11, 2009 by
Dnieper River Cruise - Odessa, Ukraine DAY 2 - Odessa. (Thur.) Included City Tour. After breakfast, begin your tour of Odessa known as the “Pearl of the Black Sea.” It is one of the region’s most beautiful cities with wonderful beaches, shady parks and tree-lined boulevards. Travel by coach through the old part of town and enjoy a walking tour of the historic city centre with its many splendid classical buildings. You will see the Uspenski Cathedral and the Potemkin Steps, with its 192 … [Read more...]
Arriving in Odessa and Airport Transfer
November 11, 2009 by
Dnieper River Cruise - Odessa, Ukraine DAY 1 - Odessa (Wed.) Arrival in Odessa. If Viking River Cruises arranged your transfer, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your river cruise ship. Because the crew will be preparing cabins for arriving passengers, you can relax in the ship’s lounge or explore Odessa on your own. You will be given access to your cabin as soon as it becomes available, usually by 3 p.m. If you arrive during lunchtime (11 a.m. to 2 p.m.), some light … [Read more...]
