MS Tolstoy

MS tolstoy

The MS Tolsoy is the most luxurious and comfortable cruise ship ever built for Russian rivers.

MS Tolstoy
River Cruise
Passenger capacity: 160
Passenger Decks: 4
Total Cabins: 83
Cabins (Balcony): none
Cabins (Outside): 83
Cabins (Inside): none
Restaurants: 1
Bars: 3
Swimming Pools: 1
Spa: Yes
Gym: No
Casino: No
Exclusively For Adults: No-

The ship is named after the famous Russian author Leo Tolstoy.

Constructed in Austria using high quality materials and at a much higher cost than other ships, the Tolstoy was designed for high ranking Kremlin officials and to host foreign dignitaries. Today, she is still one of the top ships in Russia, with luxurious decor, large, well-appointed cabins, elegant public areas and wide circular stairs. The Tolstoy accommodates 160 guests, versus 200 – 300 on other ships of similar size.

Standard cabins are 110 square feet – 20% larger than other ships – with large picture windows that open, ample closet space and a makeup table. Bathrooms feature a separate shower area, which is unique for Russian ships. Jr. Suite cabins are 220 square feet with 2 picture windows, a sitting area and two twin beds which can be put together. Spacious suites measure 330 square feet and have 3 picture windows, a dayroom with a TV, a refrigerator, and a separate bedroom. For added space. we store your suitcase for you after you unpack.

Enjoy your evenings in the beautiful Kostroma Lounge or have a drink in the Kostroma Bar. Relax in the Pushkin library or listen to a concert or a lecture in Tchaikovsky Hall. The spacious Sun Deck and the smaller Patio Deck are ideal for cocktail receptions. An indoor swimming pool with a sliding sun roof is a unique feature for Russian ships. The charming Katrina Restaurant is lined with panoramic windows. Other amenities include the Neva Bar next to the swimming pool, a sauna, beauty salon and souvenir shop.

Ship features

  • Standard cabins are 110 square feet – 20% larger than other ships – with large picture windows that open, ample closet space and a makeup table.
  • Jr. Suite cabins are 220 square feet with 2 picture windows, a sitting area and two twin beds which can be put together.
  • Spacious suites measure 330 square feet and have 3 picture windows, a dayroom with a TV, a refrigerator, and a separate bedroom. For added space, we store your suitcase for you after you unpack.
  • Bathrooms feature a separate shower area, which is unique for Russian ships.
  • Enjoy your evenings in the beautiful Kostroma Lounge or have a drink in the Kostroma Bar.
  • Relax in the Pushkin library or listen to a concert or a lecture in Tchaikovsky Hall.
  • The spacious Sun Deck and the smaller Patio Deck are ideal for cocktail receptions.
  • An indoor swimming pool with a sliding sun roof is a unique feature for Russian ships.
  • The charming Katrina Restaurant is lined with panoramic windows.
  • Other amenities include the Neva Bar next to the swimming pool, a sauna, beauty salon and souvenir shop.

Dining on board the MS Tolstoy

Our culinary staff on board the MS Tolstoy offers sophisticated menus comprised of wonderful soups, the freshest produce and high quality choice cut meats and seafood. Enter the Restaurant and your Maitre d’ welcomes you with a bright smile.

Start your day with a lavish gourmet breakfast. Choose from a rich assortment of breads, croissant and pastries, a variety of fresh fruit, yogurt and cereals or smoked salmon. Taste the delicious cheeses, cold cuts and local sausages, completed with our daily regional specials.

Return from your shore excursion and our team of chefs will always try to surprise you with a delicious lunch. Start with mouth-watering hot or cold appetizers, taste the homemade soups and choose from a selection of great entrees. Finish off with a delectable dessert while enjoying spectacular river views.

In the evening, be our honored guest for an elegant dinner or a traditional theme night with a feast of regional specialties. Enjoy delicious cuisine and complimentary free-flowing wines from the local vintners. Our kitchen crew knows how to orchestrate a truly memorable dining experience.

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Des, UK
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"Moscow to ST Petersburg from 1st June to 12th on the AMA Katarina"
The cruise was grossly misrepresented by both the operator AMA Waterways and the agent Cruise118 in my opinion it was not a 5 star experience more like 2 star I therefore believe that we were overcharged for the product. During the cruise AMA Waterways had a senior manager on board from their European HQ to try and solve some of the issues (with limited success)because of the complains from the previous cruise. I have made formal complaints to Cruise118 and AMA Waterways but to date no resolution. Russia is an amazing country and a river cruise is a fabulous way of seeing it but the whole experience was tarnished by the quality of the ship and the appalling service
Food

very little choice and poor quality
Entertainment

None that I can remember which must say something
Excursions

Good off ship trips, although organisation not good
Staff

Staff were students on summer break very young and under trained as a consequent service was very poor
Family Friendliness

Not good
Cabins

Large but of very poor quality with very small bathroom

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