Do you like river trips? Slow motion of the ship, white breakers along the side, fresh wind and stunning landscapes. If with these words you immediately wanted to go camping, then choose a comfortable airliner that will fulfill all your dreams. Today we want to tell you about âTwo Capitalsâ - a motor ship that you will definitely like.
Cruise company Infoflot
Vacation planning is a responsible matter, because the quality of rest depends on the work of your tour operator. To make the right choice, pay attention to the reviews of other tourists.
Very attractive in this regard is the ship "Two Capitals" ("Infoflot"). The company offers a lot of different directions, which differ in duration. But they are all united by excellent conditions. Judging by the reviews, this is a beautiful and very cozy ship.
Tourists are pleased with delicious and wholesome meals according to the "buffet" system, 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, is a reliable company that is developing steadily and offers only the best options for your vacation.
Short description
Since you will draw conclusions yourself, we will try to state only the facts. So, âTwo Capitalsâ is a motor ship that was redrawn from the former âAnatoly Papanovâ. It was built one of the last in a series of large vessels in 1961. In total, 50 motor ships of this project were launched. Until now, they are doing their job well. Despite the fact that initially they were assigned to various ports of the Volga, the design also took into account the possibility of passing through a rather narrow White Sea-Baltic canal.
âTwo capitalsâ - a motor ship, which is relatively small in size. On the one hand, this has a good effect on maneuverability, and on the other, it limits designers, forcing them to lower the level of comfort and capacity. However, the reconstruction allowed a significant change in the situation. Initially, the vessel was designed for 340 passengers, and could carry up to 1000, in a sitting position. Today, the number of cabins is greatly reduced, due to which the living conditions are improved. Now 182 tourists to the main places are taken on board.
Characteristics of the ship
As already mentioned, the ship can take 182 passengers to the main places. The three-decked beautiful liner calls for a trip. The total length of the vessel is 95 meters, width - 14 meters. That is, the ship is compact enough, which allows it to pass in narrow places and channels. Displacement of 1,550 tons.
The ship is slow-moving (it develops a speed of 24 km / h), but for a pleasure boat this is more a plus than a minus. A gentle breeze and the murmur of water overboard evoke peace and tranquility.
Conditions on board
Today âTwo Capitalsâ is a modern, comfortable ship equipped with modern navigation equipment. On board there are a large number of cabins, among which everyone will choose for themselves what suits him best. Starting from the economy class and ending with the category of "luxury". All of them are equipped with necessary furniture, household appliances and bathrooms. For the most demanding guests there are luxurious cabins "panorama". However, judging by the reviews, even ordinary, inexpensive cabins are very convenient and comfortable.
Cabins for tourists
Of course, living conditions excite most future tourists. However, you have nothing to worry about if you choose the ship âTwo Capitalsâ. Photos of cabins are presented on the website of the tour operator, so you will get acquainted in advance with the number in which you spend time on the way.
We have already said that this ship has three decks, and on each of them the living conditions are slightly different. Boat deck - a place where cabins of class "panorama" are located. Here in the room there are all amenities - a wash basin and a bathroom, a shower and air conditioning. The cabin has a double bed, a sofa, a wardrobe, a fridge and a TV. Huge panoramic windows make your stay in the cabin especially enjoyable.
The suites and junior suites are only slightly inferior to these rooms, as well as the superior rooms A1 and A2 with panoramic windows that are located on the same deck. Judging by the reviews, the rest here can be correlated 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 amenities and panoramic windows. There is a wash basin with hot and cold water, two single sofas, a table and chairs, a wardrobe and a TV. On the main deck are comfortable rooms of type A +.
Finally, the lower deck is a cabin with portholes. Here you will not get such impressions as when viewing the surroundings through large windows. These are numbers A2h and A4h. Cabins for two main and two additional places with all amenities (wash basin, toilet and shower).
Services for tourists
The ship âTwo Capitalsâ (the photo does not convey the magnificence of this three-deck vessel) offers its guests to visit the restaurant âSummer Gardenâ on the main deck. Analyzing the reviews of tourists, we can say that the food here is very tasty and varied, and the prices pleasantly surprise.
The Chizhik-Pyzhik bar offers a large assortment of soft drinks and an excellent wine list, various varieties 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 a solarium in the fresh air will allow you to get a terrific tan by the end of the trip. There is a rental point where you can take any sports equipment that can be used in parking lots.
Children will also not be bored if you take them with you to the ship âTwo Capitalsâ. Reviews say that on board this ship they are much more interested than in most tourist hotels. Excursions and trips, fresh air, a new company, as well as entertaining game rooms - 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. We suggest you pay attention to the direction of Nizhny Novgorod - Moscow. On the way, tourists will visit the ancient cities of Russia, stay in Kostroma and Rybinsk, and will be able to purchase memorable souvenirs.
The cost of travel for 5 days is 13,000 rubles. Reviews of the cruise on the ship "Two Capitals" confirm that throughout the journey you will be surrounded by an atmosphere of comfort, harmony and warmth. Friendly staff will try to fulfill any of your requests.
If you have very limited time, you can take one short trip from Moscow to St. Petersburg, through Valaam and Myshkin. Its cost is 25,000 rubles.
Longer Cruises
However, if you have enough free time, then go better on a full-fledged cruise for 12-15 days. During this time, you can definitely enjoy a variety of excursions and fall in love with the ship âTwo Capitalsâ.
Reviews with photos show such fabulous places that I want to go on the road the same day. For example, it can be a fascinating journey from Moscow, with a call to Myshkin and Kuzino, Valaam and St. Petersburg, Mandrogi, Kizhi, Goritsy, Uglich and with a return to Moscow. The cost of travel is from 44,000 to 88,000 rubles, depending on the chosen cabin. Judging by the impressions of tourists, this is the most spectacular cruise, so if you are nearing vacation, be sure to get ready on the road along the rivers of Russia.
There is also a very interesting tour from St. Petersburg. The ship departs in the evening, and the next day arrives at Lodeynoye Pole. Here you will find a stop, a stunning picnic with Russian dishes, a visit to the old Russian village, accompanied by a folk ensemble. The next day, tourists arrive in Kizhi, where they will have a sightseeing tour of the unique open-air museum-reserve. The next stop is Goritsy, here you can choose from either a free sightseeing tour of the city, or a visit to the Transfiguration Cathedral.
The cost of this cruise starts at 39,000 p.
What is included in the tour?
An exciting question to which you need to know the answer before sending the ship: what is included in the tour? The cost of a paid permit includes:
- Accommodation in the cabin of the selected class.
- Each guest is provided with bedding.
- Tables are set in the restaurant on the main deck for tourists, travelers are provided with three meals a day according to the "buffet" system.
- The administrator provides travel information, talks about the attractions that await at upcoming stops.
In addition, all excursions according to the tour program, as well as recreational activities are included in the price of the permit.