Passenger river ship "Borodino": description, tour schedule and reviews

The Ship «Borodino” – streamlined the ship for river cruise travel, built by Hungarian masters in 1960 in Budapest. A cruise liner has a small passenger capacity than other ships (87 people), but is very comfortable for sailing.

History of the ship «Borodino”

The Ship appeared in Hungary on the draft 305 in number of ships that were built for the Soviet Union in the years 1959-1964.

Originally the ship was called “Berezina”. It did the tourist flights on a small number of directions, while in the Kama shipping company. In 1988, in honor of the workers of Motovilikha plants he changed the name to “Motovilikha worker”. At that time, the direction of the ship there was only one – from Perm to Astrakhan and back. After relaxing on the cruises a few years, the ship quite out of date and out of order.

After some time, the ship was purchased by the organization called "Alba". It also modernised and again put into operation. With the new owner of the vessel was given a new name – «Borodino”. The cruise liner began to float from Moscow in different directions.

Since the appearance of the ship had several owners. Currently (late 2013) the ship is owned by a large company and the operator's “White Swan”. The ship «Borodino” in the same year and replaced the captain, and has also undergone repair and restoration.

Ship Description

Ship large enough in size: reaches a length of 78 meters and the width of 15.2 meters. Swims at speeds up to 20 km/h. Its sediment is small, so the advantage is that this ship goes through shallow rivers.

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In 2014, the ship was overhauled. It premises has acquired a new finish, were modernized cabins for passengers, was carried out a complete redevelopment. In addition, completely changed the entire undercarriage of the ship, and it was the replacement of main engines, boiler, hull, fire bulkheads and many other mechanisms. Therefore much increased level of safety.

“ring” has the most advanced e-map navigation system that allows you to sail the boat completely in any direction.

In the construction of each of the doors (top or bottom) of the vessel has a protective plywood which, if necessary, just very distracting leg. It is provided for the safety of the passengers in the event of unusual situations.

Cabins of the ship «Borodino”

River ship has 2 decks on which cabins are arranged with a different number of seats and a level of comfort.

The urban area – secondary. It contains:

• Cabins single. These rooms are single very comfortable and have everything you need for privacy. They have a toilet, shower, fridge, sink.

• Cabins double. They all have single beds, some have sofa beds as well as items to improve comfort refrigerators and air conditioning, radio.

• Double cabin Suite has one room, but all the same facilities as the Suite.

The Main deck is less number of cabins. There are:

• Triple and quadruple. The rooms are the beds in tiers, with soft shelves.

• For those who love large spaces, there are suites with 2 rooms, a double bed, a sofa, a private bathroom and shower, as well as other elevated facilities.

Booking cabins on the ship «Borodino” can be done in any travel Agency of the cruise departure city.

Stay on the ship «Borodino”

On the ship all cabins have sinks, Windows, almost all rooms have their own showers and sanitary unit. The corridors between the cabins on the ship wide, it very easy to walk.

The Ship «Borodino” has two passenger cabin with a large table and chairs. There are upper and lower restaurants. Next to them is a cooler where you can score hot and cold water. And in the bow of the lower deck placed unusual for vessels of this draft bar.

The main span «Borodino” has a room for Ironing, in which everyone can bring their things in order.

Another unusual for vessels of this type the room – children's salon, decorated in a nautical style.

Leisure and entertainment

On the ship will be enough entertainment for both adults and children. Cozy deck gives the opportunity to stroll and observe the passing scenery, to relax, to tune into your thoughts.

For music lovers in the bow of the middle deck of the ship, the ship has provided a music room with armchairs, where you listen to music or watch movies. In addition, the bar-restaurant of the ship you can dance. Day and night are held therevarious competitions, show programs, concerts and parties for every taste.

On the main deck there is a large sauna, which includes a wide dressing room, the refectory, the steam room and cold plunge pool.

The Cruises of the ship «Borodino” like tourists with children. The ship has a playroom for games and entertainment. In addition, parents can easily leave their kids with experienced animators who will find them fun for everyone.

In addition to leisure, there is a whole programme of excursion to the cities. Stopping in any village, you can learn the history of the city and meet interesting places. You can walk around the tourist shops with Souvenirs, unusual shops and shopping.

Food on the boat

On the boat to two restaurants, on the middle and aft deck.

Meals are as follows:

• Welcome reception as an introductory meeting after sending the sail (champagne, sweets, juice, candy).

• 3 meals a day (for cruises lasting more than three days), which includes Breakfast, lunch, where you can select the first and the second, dinner with choice of main course.

• In addition, the ship «Borodino” offers a “Captain's dinner” with the breakdown of any meal. The bar serves at his own expense signature dishes of the chefs.

The restaurant Staff in case of need organizes banquets and other celebrations.

Schedule of the ship «Borodino”

In each cruise port city has its own river station, where ships are gaining passengers begin their journey. Price, time of departure and of stay can be found on the pier where the ship is “ring”. Flight of the cruise ship originates in Moscow and follows such settlements as Myshkin, Uglich, Kostroma, Yaroslavl, Nizhny Novgorod, Kazan and many others. This year "Borodino" will hit the road July 25, 1, 5, 8, 19, 22 Aug, 1, 5, 9, 12, 24, 30 September, 3 October.

The impression of tourists from the river cruises

Reviews of cruise ship passengers who visited during the journey, diverse, but almost every one of them expresses admiration and gratitude to the entire environment and personnel. Tourists praise the cooks who prepared the delicious food, the organizers, to arrange a pleasant evening.

But most of them surprised by the people who carry out cleaning of the premises. Never seen, but in the cabins and hallways are always clean as a whistle. This is indicated by many of those who positivly ship "Borodino". Reviews of tourists boil down to the fact that the ship although small (not much hassles), but it is cozy and nice to spend your weekend. Travelers do not regret that chose this ship and would recommend it to their friends.

The Ship «Borodino” is a great solution for river trips either alone or with family! The ship meets all the requirements of safety and comfort. A cruise tour will allow for one more walk to visit some beautiful cities, plunge into the stunning Russian landscapes and just a good break from the everyday hustle and bustle.