The motor ship Konstantin Simonov is owned by one of the largest and most famous companies organizing river cruises on the rivers of Russia - Vodohod. Four-decked, snow-white handsome men with red horizontals on their sides are their fleet. It is impossible to look without admiration even at one ship gliding along the water. And when several motor ships are being built at the pier of a city, the spectacle turns out to be truly magnificent.
Where does the ship float?
The path from St. Petersburg to Moscow has long been mastered by our ancestors. Many modern cruise liners carry it out during the navigation period. "Konstantin Simonov" - a motor ship, the schedule of which provides for the final points of these two capitals of Russia, offers its passengers and various intermediate parking.
But it can also be a direct flight between cities, then its duration does not exceed seven days. For lovers of longer trips by water, there are options with calling to the capital of Karelia Petrozavodsk or visiting the city on Lake Ladoga, Sortavala. But what is included in the mandatory program is parking on the islands of Valaam and Kizhi.
Everything is thought out here
The motor ship "Konstantin Simonov" belongs to the comfort + class - this means that in addition to renovated and comfortable interior spaces, additional conveniences for passengers are provided here. In all cabins, in addition to the necessary furniture, you will find air conditioning, a TV with satellite antenna, a refrigerator, a bathroom with pleasant things in the form of a hair dryer, shampoo, shower gel, which will be periodically replenished.
In the cabin it’s good to sleep, on the water it’s an excellent dream, but it’s better to spend leisure time outside. There is so much interesting around! In addition to the restaurant, where you will go three times a day, there are two bars on the ship, one of which has Wi - fi Internet. It is worth mentioning right away: given that most of the route lies along lakes and sparsely populated places, passengers are not always able to use the Internet.
A large conference room allows all passengers to gather for various events, a souvenir kiosk will cheer up any woman, and an ironing room will help to put in order the clothes that are wrinkled in a suitcase. By the way, there is a laundry service.
Motor ship - boarding house
Judging by the reviews, the cruise on the ship "Konstantin Simonov" will allow you to take care of your health during the voyage. Of course, there is a medical worker here, but I would like to hope that his services will be in little demand. But he does a wonderful restorative massage, if desired, you can manage to do 5-7 procedures.
The sauna will be a pleasant surprise for lovers of steam, and the daily exercise therapy, herbal tea and oxygen cocktail that await you at the bar is a very pleasant bonus to the trip.
If you eat with any restrictions, you just have to warn the director of the restaurant, and you will be served special dishes. The same applies to baby food, although the proposed menu allows you to make a choice of dishes without prejudice to health.
About how deliciously cooked here, how beautifully decorated and served, it is necessary to speak separately. Although it should be noted that for many years the ship has been practicing the "buffet" not only at breakfast but also at lunch. At dinner, you will be offered alcoholic drinks or juice.
Waiting for you here
The crew of the ship "Konstantin Simonov ", according to reviews, meets its passengers, like the most dear guests. Russian costumes, bread and salt, a striking harmonist - experienced travelers are used to this. But the quality of service begins precisely from the ladder. While the girls dispute the keys in accordance with the purchased cabins, the sailors will already take your belongings to the cabin.
The ceremonial departure, as passengers say, is accompanied by music, champagne and the launch of colorful balloons into the sky. And after that - compulsory training anxiety with putting on a life jacket and access to the deck. This is also a concern for travelers. The end call will sound when employees help everyone to dress properly.
On the very first day, at a meeting with the ship’s management, they will tell you about the features of the route, about the planned parking lots, the main and additional excursions that await you. If somewhere there are several options to choose from, you will be prompted to make it and hand over your wishes to the receptionist on duty.
Every day you will receive a printout with the daily routine, where, in addition to meals, cities and parking hours, all recreational activities on board the ship "Konstantin Simonov" will be scheduled .
Needless to say, that such a journey will be remembered by you for a long time. There is still a very pleasant moment. Trying to keep its regular and just starting travelers-clients, the Vodokhod company has developed and already a year has been implementing a system of discounts on the cost of trips. There are promotions for early booking, for regular customers, newlyweds, senior citizens, children, and many more additional material concessions. They all relate to the ship "Konstantin Simonov", reviews of which on the Internet are the most sincere and positive. Thanks!