Chervona Ruta Ukrainian Waterways is a leading cruise operator in Ukraine. We invite our guests to embark on an unforgettable journey cruising the Dnieper River and Black Sea to experience the most vibrant country in Europe – Ukraine. The cruise takes place on one of the modern cruise ships that the Company operates in Ukraine. In 23 years of existence we welcomed over 130 000 tourists from 41 countries onboard of our ships, proudly upholding our leading cruise market position in Ukraine.

2. Chervona Ruta Ukrainian Waterways is a leading cruise operator in Ukraine.
With 23 years of experience, we are the proud owners of the largest fleet of river cruise
ships in Ukraine that service around 10 000 foreign tourists from over 25 countries annually.
We operate three 4-deck cruise vessels that sail along the shores of the Dnieper River and
Black Sea.
In addition, we also organize evening dinner and excursion cruises in Kyiv on the most
modern and comfortable bateau in Ukraine – m/s Rosa Victoria.
About Chervona Ruta

3. In 23 years of existence we have serviced over 130,000 tourists from 41 countries.
The geography of our customers expands every year and now covers the majority of countries in
Europe and South America as well as the USA, Canada, Russia, China, Japan and many others.
About Chervona Ruta

4. We are proud to acknowledge that many of our tourists return to experience
our renowned hospitality and unparalleled cruises. Our sincere attentiveness
and unprecedented service enable us to delight our customers and sustain
our leading cruise operator position in Ukraine.
About Chervona Ruta

5. Ukraine is the motherland of Russian Orthodoxy. It is the largest and the most vibrant country in Europe, situated on the
border of the European and Eastern parts of the continent. It is the land of the Cossacks – brave and skillful horseback
warriors who ruled these lands from their capital, Zaporizhyan Sich. Ukraine boasts a multitude of ethnicities and cultures
that manifest themselves in customs, traditions and architecture from different parts of the world. It greets its guests with
numerous picturesque views from rolling green hills and emerald Carpathian Mountains in the West to dry steppes in the
East, and from wooded valleys in the North to the tranquil lakes and golden beaches of the Crimean Peninsula in the South.
Meet Ukraine

6. Our company operates three 4-deck cruise ships – m/s Dnieper Princess, m/s Dnieper Star and m/s General
Vatutin, which cruise along the banks of the Dnieper River and Black Sea and the most modern and
comfortable day-cruise bateau in Ukraine m/s Rosa Victoria.
m/s Dnieper Princess
m/s General Vatutin
m/s Rosa Victoria
m/s Dnieper Star
Our fleet

7. M/s Dnieper Princess is a four-deck ship that cruises along the banks of the Dnieper River and Black Sea.
The interior design of the ship is executed in classical style. Particular attention was paid to the design of the
dining areas. The special atmosphere created in the restaurants and bars encourages our guests to socialize
and enjoy themselves. The vessel is equipped with standard and superior staterooms, two restaurants, two
bars, a reading lounge, souvenir kiosk and sun deck. Yalta and Kyiv restaurants offer our guests specially
selected and masterfully cooked dishes from Ukrainian and European cuisine. Tourists are also welcome at
Sky Bar and Panorama Bar, where they can have a drink while enjoying the splendors of the passing scenery.
DNIEPER PRINCESS
Dnieper Princess

8. Boat deck
Main deck
Lower deck
Upper deck
Sun deck
Yalta Restaurant (116 m. sq.)
Sky Bar (150 m. sq.)
Panorama Bar (70 m. sq.)
Kyiv Restaurant (243 m. sq.)
Reading lounge
Lobby and reception
Sun deck
Theater:180 persons max
Cocktail: 200 persons max
Banquet: 84 persons max
Cocktail: 130 persons max
Banquet: 35 persons max
Cocktail: 60 persons max
Banquet: 180 persons max
Cocktail: 300 persons max
Dnieper Princess
Total number of staterooms: 154
Total passenger capacity: 280

9. M/s Dnieper Star is a modern four-deck cruise ship that sails on the Dnieper River and Black Sea. The
interior is designed in a classical style with a modern touch. The ship was fully redecorated and technically
modernized in 2007. For the comfort of our guests, the ship offers a selection of standard and superior
staterooms, a reading lounge, hairdressing salon and souvenir kiosk. Two restaurants and two bars offering
exceptional gastronomy are also at the disposal of our guests. The sun deck on the m/s Dnieper Star is a
perfect spot to admire the passing Ukrainian countryside views.
DNIEPER STAR
Dnieper Star

10. Boat deck
Main deck
Lower deck
Upper deck
Sun deck
Odesa Restaurants (116 m. sq.)
Luna Bar (135 m. sq.)
Panorama Bar (70 m. sq.)
Kyiv Restaurant (243 m. sq.)
Reading lounge
Lobby and reception
Sun deck
Theater: 180 persons max
Cocktail: 220 persons max
Banquet: 80 persons max
Cocktail: 120 persons max
Banquet: 35 persons max
Cocktail: 70 persons max
Banquet: 180 persons max
Cocktail: 300 persons max
Dnieper Star
Total number of staterooms: 154
Total passenger capacity: 280

11. M/s General Vatutin is one of the most well-known four-deck cruise vessels on the Eastern European
waterways. Its cruise program includes ports of call on the Dnieper River and Black Sea. Fully redecorated in
2008, the ship is equipped with a selection of standard and superior staterooms, two restaurants, two bars, a
sauna, hairdressing salon, souvenir shop and a spacious sun deck. The interior is decorated in classical style.
GENERAL VATUTIN
General Vatutin

12. Boat deck
Main deck
Lower deck
Upper deck
Sun deck
Dnieper Restaurant (116 m. sq.)
Video Bar (135 m. sq.)
Panorama Bar (70 m. sq.)
Kyiv Restaurant (243 m. sq.)
Reading lounge
Lobby and reception
Sun deck
Theater: 180 persons max
Cocktail: 220 persons max
Banquet: 80 persons max
Cocktail: 120 persons max
Banquet: 35 persons max
Cocktail: 60 persons max
Banquet: 180 persons max
Cocktail: 300 persons max
General Vatutin
Total number of staterooms: 154
Total passenger capacity: 280

13. M/S Rosa Victoria is a modern day-cruise bateau that sails along the banks of the Dnieper River, getting its guests
acquainted with the most exceptional sights and monuments of the capital as seen from the river. The ship was
constructed by the world leading ship building company KD in Cologne, Germany. In 2010 the vessel experienced a
complete conceptual redesign and technical modernization, and was presented to the public by Chervona Ruta
Ukrainian Waterways that year as the most modern and comfortable bateau on the Dnieper River.
ROSA VICTORIA
Rosa Victoria

14. Sun deck
Middle deck
Sun deck (285 m. sq.)
Lower deck
Staterooms and technical rooms
Sun deck bar
Lobby and bar (90 m. sq.)
Rosa Hall (139 m. sq.)
Kitchen
Victoria Hall (216 m. sq.)
Cocktail: 130 persons max
Cocktail: 130 persons max
Staterooms: 3
Cocktail: 130 persons max
Cocktail: 150 persons max
Banquet: 184 persons max
Cocktail: 250 persons max
Banquet: 180 persons max
Total passenger capacity: 400
persons
Rosa Victoria

15. Chervona Ruta Ukrainian Waterways offers a wide range of cruises on the Dnieper River and Black Sea.
We provide an exceptional experience of Ukraine as seen from the Dnieper River and Black Sea. The cruise
program allows our guests to see the most essential sights, visit must-see historical locations, get a feel for
local culture and experience real Ukrainian life.
Kyiv
Dnipropetrovsk
Kherson
Odesa
Kanyv
Zaporizhya
Kremenchuk
Poland
Belarus
Russia
Black Sea
Romania
Hungary
Slovakia
Moldova
Cruise program – season 2015

16. We believe that our cruise program should not only entertain, but also educate our guests. We want
them to discover and love Ukraine as we do. That’s why our cruise program incorporates lectures on the
history, culture, customs and traditions of Ukraine, as well as lessons in Ukrainian language and cuisine.
Onboard program

17. The onboard program is filled with entertaining events to take part in or enjoy as a spectator: Captain’s
Cocktail, Miss Cruise Show, Cossacks’ Games Show, Pirate’s Banquet, Neptune Show, Dance Tournament,
Black and White Party, Ukrainian National Costumes Show, Beer Party, Farewell to the Crimea Show and
Farewell Captain’s Dinner Party.
Onboard program

18. “The Mother of Rus cities”, the Ukrainian capital is more than 1500 years old and is the birthplace of Russian Orthodoxy. Kyiv is a
charming city with splendid architecture, ancient golden domed cathedrals and historically valuable monuments. During their stay in
Kyiv, our guests can visit a unique historical reserve included on the UNESCO’s World Heritage List – Kyiv’s Cave Monastery (Kievo
Pecherskaya Lavra), the pearl of Kyiv’s architectural collection St. Sophia’s Cathedral and the Golden Gate – an ancient city gate and
remains of the huge wall erected in the 11th century to protect the city from invaders. We also organize an evening city cruise for
our tourists onboard a modern and comfortable bateau – m/s Rosa Victoria. During the evening city cruise our guests get acquainted
with the city from a very different and exciting perspective.
KYIV
Kyiv

19. Fortress Zaporizhian Sich was the main stronghold of the Cossacks in Ukraine. It was built in 16th century on Khortytsya
Island. Cossacks ruled these lands as an independent republic within the Russian Empire. During our stay in Zaporizhya we
visit Khortytsya Island to witness the most fascinating Cossack Show performed by real Cossacks-artists. During the show
our tourists witness extraordinary scenes from the real life of Cossacks who demonstrate their unprecedented skills in
horse-riding, sword and whip fighting, gun shooting and dancing. Tourists can learn about Cossacks in the Cossack Glory
Museum. During the city tour our guests discover a modern industrial city on the Dnieper River that is home to one of the
largest hydroelectric power station in Europe.
ZAPORIZHYA
Zaporizhya

20. ODESA
Odesa is the most important port city in Ukraine, situated on the Black Sea. It was founded by Katherine
the Great in 18th century as a fortress on the southern borders of the Russian Empire. During the city tour
our guests are taken around the city to see the most beautiful monuments and landmarks of Odesa –
Potemkin’s stairs, Deribasovska Street and the world famous Odesa’s Opera House – one of the most
renowned opera houses in the world.
Odesa

21. The present-day Black Sea Fleet can trace its origins to the first shipyard in Kherson. The city and its
surroundings are situated in the famous Tavria Region with its wide steps, gardens, vineyards and
cornfields. From Kherson our guests are taken to the beautiful Dnieper River delta, stopping off en route
at a traditional fishing village.
KHERSON
Kherson

22. The history of Kremenchuk begins from the fortress erected in this area in 1571 to protect the southern borders of the
Russian Empire from Tatars. In the 16th century the town was the center of the tobacco producing industry in the region.
During the Crimean War, Kremenchuk was a major shipbuilding powerhouse. Our guests will visit a local school where the
head of the school will give them an overview of the Ukrainian education system. Our tourists will also visit a museum of
bread and ethnography. After that we will witness a performance by the vocal and dance ensemble from the local school. To
conclude the excursion, local people invite the tourists home to treat them to traditional Ukrainian food and drinks. In our
view, this is the best way to experience the renowned Ukrainian hospitality.
KREMENCHUK
Kremenchuk

23. Founded in the 11th century by Kyivan Prince Yaroslav the Wise, this pleasant city is known today primarily for being the
burial site of the most famous and renowned Ukrainian artist and poet Taras Shevchenko. The gravesite of the father of
the modern Ukrainian language is considered to be one of the most worshipped sites of Ukrainian people. A wide-scale
program of development of Taras Shevchenko’s reservation culminated in 2010. That same year a newly constructed
museum dedicated to the poet was revealed to the public. During the trip to Taras’ Hill our guests will get acquainted
with the work of Taras Shevchenko and can enjoy an unprecedented view of the Dnieper River from the top of the hill.
KANYV
Kanyv

24. Among our partners are the leading tour operators of the world:
Our Partners

25. Fidelio luxury cruise ship by Chervona Ruta Ukrainian Waterways
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26. Igor Sokolov
Head of marketing
Chervona Ruta Ukrainian Waterways
Office: +380 44 253 6909
Cell: +380 50 424 7733
E-mail: igor.sokolov@ruta-cruise.com
URL: www.ruta-cruise.com
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