Summer, vacation season, and today we want to consider the cruise, which invites "Cosmonaut Gagarin". The ship was built in Germany and was modernized in 2005 and 2008. A comfortable, three-deck liner wins at first sight with its graceful outlines. It was built a long time ago, in 1958. Initially, by the way, the liner was called "Caucasus". If you are going to go on a trip, then let's take a closer look at what Cosmonaut Gagarin is. The ship is distinguished by the increased comfort of the cabins, for which tourists love it very much.
Cruise company
Today, there are a large number of tour operators on the market who are ready to provide their services. The quality of rest depends on the choice, so we recommend taking it very seriously. If in doubt, then stop at the company that has the most positive reviews. Tourists are satisfied with the quality of services provided by Cosmonaut Gagarin (motor ship). Infoflot since 2003organizes river cruises. Specialization allows you to improve the quality of work of the company's employees in the offices and service to tourists on board. Each feedback is taken into account, which leads to the development of the company and the improvement of the services provided.
Short description
The capacity of this liner is 190 passengers. There are two restaurants for tourists. One on the boat deck can accommodate 70 people, and on the main deck there is a smaller hall with 50 seats. There is a music salon and a cinema, a karaoke bar and a rental shop, a medical office and a solarium.
Interesting is the long way that "Cosmonaut Gagarin" has gone. The ship became the first to make a trip "2 in 1". Since then, this practice has become regular. The liner departs from Moscow, and upon arrival in St. Petersburg, you will travel by ferry from Helsinki (Finland) to Stockholm (Sweden).
Lower deck
Here are only residential cabins, which means you can relax in silence. By the way, Cosmonaut Gagarin tourists praise for good sound insulation. The ship has been modernized specifically to meet the needs of people going on a long cruise. After all, you can spend up to 20 days on board.
Wi-Fi on the ship "Cosmonaut Gagarin" works without interruption, so feel free to take your laptop and tablet with you. Electrical outlets are everywhere. As we have already said, on the lower deck there are cabins with all amenities. Each of them is equipped with a washbasin, shower and toilet. In cabinsthere are beds and wardrobes, a refrigerator and a radio, as well as portholes. Judging by the reviews of tourists, they are small, but very cozy.
On the lower deck, the cabins differ only in the number of tourists they can accommodate. Accordingly, the room will have one or two single beds, or it may include an extra bed.
Main deck
First of all, tourists book these places on the ship. The motor ship "Cosmonaut Gagarin" provides quite large and very comfortable cabins. In addition, instead of a porthole, there are viewing windows that allow you to admire the scenery without leaving your room. On the main deck there are single cabins with all amenities. This is ideal for those who travel alone. Nearby are slightly larger rooms with two single beds.
These are the standard cabins that are the last to be occupied by tourists. There are more interesting options on the main deck. Class A + cabins are double rooms with all amenities. An ideal option for lovers of a comfortable pastime. If the standard decoration of the cabin does not suit you, then you should pay attention to the "junior suite" class. This is practically a hotel room, spacious, with all amenities. In addition to the standard set, there are armchairs and air conditioning, which is very useful in case of extreme heat.
Middle deck
Cabins for different categories of tourists are located here. At the same time, choosing even a modest option, you stillyou will remember your vacation as the best. To believe this, just look at the ship "Cosmonaut Gagarin". The photo shows a three-deck snow-white handsome man who will easily become a decoration for your family album.
The largest cabins here are the junior suites already described above. One-room double room provides for the possibility of accommodating a third passenger, if it is a child under the age of ten. For a large family, the best option would be a four-bed two-room cabin with all amenities. There are two main and additional places, a refrigerator and a wardrobe, a bedside table. Viewing windows will make your stay even more enjoyable.
In the bow of the ship there are small double cabins with all amenities. The dimensions do not imply a large amount of furniture, so they managed a minimum: there are beds, a wardrobe and bedside tables. Similar ones are offered in the aft part of the middle deck.
Options for the budget traveler
The ship "Cosmonaut Gagarin" offers its guests an affordable vacation and at the same time a large number of pleasant surprises. In particular, few people expect to travel on such a luxurious liner for modest money. This is possible, especially if you choose cabins with partial amenities, most of which are located on the middle deck. These are class B1 rooms, small, designed for one tourist and equipped with a bed, a wardrobe, a bedside table, and a washbasin with hot water.
SimilarThere is also an option for couples. This is a class B2k cabin, double, with partial amenities. If you are traveling with children, then opt for a bunk cabin with partial amenities. Due to this arrangement of beds, space is saved, which allows the whole family to live in a small cabin.
Boat deck
The brightest reviews about the ship "Cosmonaut Gagarin" usually come from the inhabitants of these cabins. Still, it's practically a residential apartment. A two-room double room allows you to cruise in complete comfort. The suite is the best cabin on the liner, it is equipped with a washbasin and a shower cabin, a toilet. The rooms are divided into a bedroom and a living room, including huge windows. Air conditioning will make the trip comfortable in any weather. The cabins are equipped with two single beds and a pull-out sofa, wardrobe and bedside tables. It has a TV and a refrigerator.
Next to the class are junior suites, which differ in that they consist of one room. The rest of the equipment is the same. Now you can choose your room and decide what amenities you are ready to travel with.
Reviews of tourists
Before proceeding to the description of the cruises, I would like to dwell on how the tourists themselves see the ship "Cosmonaut Gagarin" from the inside. The ship, reviews of which are quite good, will obviously be very popular. This is what we can follow by analyzing the comments of tourists.
First of all, everyone notices that the liner is completelythere are no odors, which is not at all uncommon. No mustiness, no dampness, everything is clean. The toilets are new, the sinks are sparkling which is nice. The water in the shower runs great. The cabin has all the necessary furniture, which is in good condition. Windows open and adjust, refrigerator works, linen and towels are fresh and clean.
Food is another important point for a tourist, especially on a liner. All reviews note the good work of the cook. Restaurant service, you can choose your diet. There is always a choice of several meat and fish dishes, fresh salads. Portions are large and very tasty. Breakfast is also good, guests are offered porridge and yogurt, a bun with cheese or sausage, fruits and juices.
Weekend cruise
Traveling from Nizhny Novgorod to Yaroslavl will be an ideal option for a weekend. It will last two days, first you will have an exciting water cruise, and then walking and car walks around the city. Yaroslavl is a real pearl of the region. Majestic cathedrals and well-groomed embankments with gazebos, shady alleys, small streets and cozy cafes, an arrow with fountains and flowers. This city will definitely win your heart, you will want to come back here more than once. The cost of the trip is about 8000 rubles, including meals.
To holy places
For some, visiting ancient monasteries is a boring activity, while for others it is a dream of many years of life. If you belong to the latter category, then we recommend a weekly route through Gorodets, Kostroma, Yaroslavl andVologda, Goritsy and Koprino. It is laid out in such a way that it will make it possible to pass through the most beautiful places. Approaching the village of Goritsy, from afar you can see the walls of the monastery, and around - peace and quiet. Not only the holy place attracts the attention of tourists. The very nature here is amazing. For example, in front of you is Mount Maura, the southern slope of which is occupied by meadow vegetation, and the northern slope is characteristic of the forest-tundra of Karelia. There are many such places here, and a certain time will be allocated for each of them. The cost of a six-day trip is from 17,000 rubles.
There are other cruises of the ship "Cosmonaut Gagarin", which will be no less interesting for tourists.
Through the ancient cities
Another exciting two-day trip that your whole family will surely enjoy. On a comfortable ship you depart from Yaroslavl and the very next day you arrive in Uglich. Ahead lies picturesque nature and parking in the most interesting places, incredibly beautiful landscapes overboard and educational excursions. The schedule of the ship "Cosmonaut Gagarin" is built in such a way that there will be absolutely no time to be bored. Tourists only have time to sleep and have breakfast, as they are already called for another educational walk. Ancient Uglich awaits you with a large number of monuments of church architecture, as well as small Myshkin with its interesting museums.
Travel to Kazan
The ship departs from Yaroslavl, visits Plyos and NizhnyNovgorod, Makariev, Gorodets. Each of these points has its own history, which the guide will surely tell you. The duration of the tour is 6 days, the cost is about 13,000 rubles. The pearl of travel is Kazan. The most beautiful city of the Volga region will be remembered for a long time by its sights. The tour includes a visit to the Kremlin and the Syuyumbike tower, the Kul-Sharif mosque, the house of farmers and many other attractions. The city is colorful, as two cultures are reflected here, Russian and Tatar.
Summing up, we can say that "Cosmonaut Gagarin" is a wonderful and comfortable liner that will provide decent conditions for every person. Judging by the reviews of tourists, this is really one of the best options for traveling along the rivers of Russia.
