This first class vessel received a face lift in 2019 with renovated public areas and Brand new Balcony cabins (Junior Suites and 5 singles) gracing the Upper Deck! In 2020 the renovations will continue with 20 middle deck twin cabins getting a full overhaul including new furniture, bedding, and new tiled bathrooms with showers. But most importantly building on its name, the Moonlight Sonata will offer an artistic flair and excellent on board ambiance highlighted by an intensive cultural immersion into everything Russian, including lectures, dance lessons and evening shows performed in the ships theater! A young and vivacious crew will be complemented by our own superb English speaking Cruise Directors and English speaking local guides throughout! Non-smoking interiors – on board currency the Russian Ruble and the € Euro (for purchasing optional activities)
Built in Germany in 1990, the ship has been regularly maintained and is currently undergoing new renovations. With a maximum capacity of 248 passengers serviced by a crew of 106, the Moonlight Sonata features 2 restaurants with 1 seating for all, 2 bars, and a theater for live concerts and entertainment. A total of 29 meals consisting of full buffet breakfast, sit down 3 course lunches with a choice of main courses and 4 course dinners accompanied with a free glass of wine, shot of vodka are included. A small bottle of water per person will be replenished each evening in cabins and a free self-service coffee station will be available for 6 am to 7 pm daily. A welcome drink, a Russian Tea Ceremony, Blini and Caviar tasting and a 5 course Captain’s dinner are just some of the services that will be included along with a total of 8 shore excursions that will give you a glimpse of authentic Russia from past to present. Nazdrovye!
Public Areas
Cabins
Category A: Upper Boat Deck, Grand Suite with Balcony, 27 m2 (290 sq ft)
- Located on the Upper Boat Deck
- Outdoor balcony with table and seating
- Private relaxing lounge area with spacious seating
- Private kitchenette
- Available storage space
- Private bathroom with glass-enclosed shower
- Choice of bath amenities with towels and hair dryer
- Hotel-style beds, set as double as default can covert to two single beds
- Vanity desk and chair
- Individually controlled air conditioning and heating system
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-fridge
- Internal telephone
- PIN-coded safe
Category A: Upper Boat Deck, Junior Suite with Balcony, 18 m2 (193 sq ft)
- Located on the Upper Boat Deck
- Outdoor balcony with table and seating
- Spacious cabin with double sofa
- Available storage space
- Private bathroom with glass-enclosed shower
- Choice of bath amenities with towels and hair dryer
- Hotel-style beds, set as double as default can covert to two single beds
- Vanity desk and chair
- Individually controlled air conditioning and heating system
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-fridge
- Internal telephone
- PIN-coded safe
Category A: Upper Boat Deck, Deluxe Twin, 14 m2 (150 sq ft)
- Located on the Upper Boat Deck
- Available storage space
- Private bathroom with glass-enclosed shower
- Choice of bath amenities with towels and hair dryer
- Hotel-style beds, set as double as default can covert to two single beds
- Vanity desk and chair with extra seating
- Individually controlled air conditioning and heating system
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-fridge
- Internal telephone
- PIN-coded safe
Category A: Upper Boat Deck, Single with Balcony, 18 m2 (193 sq ft)
- Located on the Upper Boat Deck
- Outdoor balcony with table and seating
- Single bed cabin
- Available storage space
- Private bathroom with choice of bath amenities, towels, and hair dryer
- Vanity desk and chair
- Individually controlled air conditioning and heating system
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-fridge
- Internal telephone
- PIN-coded safe
Category B: Middle Deck, Premium Twin 10 m2 (107 sq ft)
- Located on the Middle Deck
- Premium Twin cabins were newly renovated in 2020 with new and modern style furniture and lighting
- Available storage space
- Private bathroom with choice of bath amenities with towels and hair dryer
- Hotel-style twin beds
- Individually controlled air conditioning and heating system
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-fridge
- Internal telephone
- PIN-coded safe
Category B, C, & E: Middle/Main Deck, Standard Twin 10 m2 (107 sq ft)
- Located on the Middle Deck and Main Deck
- Available storage space
- Private bathroom with choice of bath amenities with towels and hair dryer
- Hotel-style twin beds
- Individually controlled air conditioning and heating system
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-fridge
- Internal telephone
- PIN-coded safe
Category B: Middle Deck, Standard Single 9.5 m2 (102 sq ft)
- Located on the Middle Deck
- Single bed cabin
- Available storage space
- Private bathroom with choice of bath amenities, towels, and hair dryer
- Vanity desk and chair
- Individually controlled air conditioning and heating system
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-fridge
- Internal telephone
- PIN-coded safe
Category E: Lower Deck, Standard Twin/Triple/Quad 13 m2 (139 sq ft)
- Located on the Lower Deck
- Can accommodate up to 4 passengers
- Furnished with two lower beds and two upper foldaway beds
- Available storage space
- Private bathroom with choice of bath amenities with towels and hair dryer
- Individually controlled air conditioning and heating system
- Flat-screen TV
- Mini-fridge
- Internal telephone
- PIN-coded safe