Premium tour "Ruskeala" in a house on the water
From 49 000₽ per group
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Type: Multi-day activity
* We have prepared only the best for you: a personal professional guide and a business class minibus are at your disposal, the cleanest air, traditional steam baths in the cozy atmosphere of a Scandinavian eco-village and incredible emotions!
Supporters of active entertainment will be able to test themselves by climbing Mount Paaso, flying on a trolley along the Marble Canyon or walking along a suspension bridge over waterfalls. Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and the expanses of Lake Ladoga right inside the comfortable hotel on the water!
Why this particular tour?
• Accommodation in unique houseboats – houses on the water – near the shore of a picturesque bay. With all the amenities!
• Personal guide with a set of author's excursions
• Travel in comfort: private transfer by minibus in business class
• Get to know the local Karelian cuisine: special tasting of dishes and tinctures!
• Relaxation for body and soul: a unique floating sauna and wellness soaring
If you want to start your trip in Sortavala or Petrozavodsk, we can adjust the route for your comfort.
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day 01
Saint Petersburg – Priozersk. Excursion to Korela Fortress – Valley of Waterfalls Ecopark – tasting in
Type of accommodation:Hotel
08:45 – Submission of an individual business class transfer
The pick-up point is determined by agreement with the travelers.
09:00 – Departure to Karelia
You will go on a trip with a small group of relatives and friends with maximum comfort.
11:30 a.m. – Priozersk. Korela Fortress Tour
13:30 – Valley of Waterfalls Ecopark
You will take a walk along a specially equipped trail (approximately 1 km) that runs through the Karelian forests to the river with the unusual name Ijoki. You will have an impressive view of the waterfalls and the picturesque landscape. It's a great place to take beautiful photos of numerous rapids against the backdrop of colorful Karelian landscapes!
15:00 – Tasting of Karelian balms and tinctures
16:30 – Lunch at a restaurant in Sortavala
You will be served a hearty festive one. In addition to the gastronomic pleasure, you will have a tea party with delicious Karelian pastries.
17:30 – Sightseeing tour of Sortavala
If you wish, we will take you either to the center of Sortavala, or directly to the railway station of Sortavala, so that you can relax and slowly board the train to the city you need.
18:30 – Departure to the country hotel. The author's excursion "Rocky Coast and Ladoga skerries"
is followed by a transfer to Lake Ladoga, during which you will get acquainted with the beauties of the northern nature.
An individual guide will take you on a guided author's tour and introduce you to interesting facts from the history of these places.
19:00 – Check-in at the Vremena Goda Country Hotel The Vremena Goda
Hotel is located on the shore of a secluded bay surrounded by the beauties of the northern flora. Fascinating views of Karelian nature, a large area for walking, rich infrastructure, comfortable rooms and high-level service will allow you to fully enjoy your New Year's trip away from the hustle and bustle of the city!
day 02
country hotel "Seasons" – Ruskeala Mountain Park: private tour of the park and activities
Type of accommodation:Hotel
Breakfast at the hotel
12:00 – Ruskeala waterfalls of Akhvenkoski
The Akhvenkoski Waterfalls, small but picturesque cascades on the Tohmajoki forest river, attracted many filmmakers at the time: the famous films "And the dawns here are Quiet..." and "The Dark World" were shot here.
13:00 – Lunch in Ruskeala Mountain Park at Ruskolka Cafe
14:00 – Visit to Ruskeala Mountain Park
On the second day of your trip, we will return to Ruskeala Mountain Park to fully enjoy the beauty and grandeur of this unique natural site, but during daylight hours.
17:00 – Private transfer to Lamberg Country Hotel
18:00 – Tasting of Karelian dishes
After a busy program in the mountain park, we will continue our acquaintance with the Karelian land and plunge headlong into a gastronomic adventure.
At the tasting in the restaurant you will be able to taste kalalatika with herring and pork, the "old Karelian meat-and-fish dish" according to the company's recipe!
19:00 – Departure to the Vremena Goda Country Hotel
19:30 – Free time
In the evening, you can take a walk along the lake and breathe in the cleanest air. In addition to the cozy cottages, guests will definitely appreciate the large territory of the hotel and the developed infrastructure. Every tourist will definitely find something to do.
Floating in a floating bath
On the second day of the tour, a real Russian sauna with direct access to the purest lake will be specially booked for you.
In the sauna complex you can enjoy a relaxing holiday surrounded by beautiful nature. During the construction of the complex, only natural materials were used: natural wood, clay, stones and minerals. It's time for you to heal your body and spirit.
day 03
Vremena Goda Country Hotel – Paaso Mountain climb – Bastion Historical Park – Mineralny
Type of accommodation:Hotel
08:00 – Breakfast at the hotel. Room release
Before the start of the eventful excursion program on the third day, we go for a hearty breakfast and go to meet a new adventure.
09:30 – Departure by private transfer
INFO! If desired, we can replace the object of the visit based on your preferences. Alternatively, we can offer you a slightly later departure from the hotel and a morning visit to the spa complex: swimming pool, steam room, hammam.
10:20 a.m. – Climb Mount Paaso. The best views of Karelia
11:30 – Departure by private transfer to Sortavala
12:00 – Interactive tour in the historical park "Bastion"
Anyone who wants to immerse themselves in the Viking age, we invite you to visit the museum of living history of the Viking age "Fortress of the Black Bear". This is an interactive project where you can touch everything with your hands, change into ancient clothes and sit at the oar of a real Viking dragon boat.
At the entrance to the gates of the Black Bear Fortress, you will be greeted by a local Viking and during the tour he will tell you about the life, weapons and crafts of the ancient inhabitants of the fortress, show you the park territory and the panorama of the Ladoga skerries from the watchtowers. Then he will lead you to the recreated Viking dwelling – the Honey Hall, where you will be offered a tasting of mead brewed according to ancient recipes.
14:30 – Lunch
After a busy and interesting first half of the day, we will offer you a delicious lunch at the Sortavala restaurant. In the early days, you got acquainted with the national cuisine of Karelia, and today you will be able to enjoy more classic dishes. We recommend you to visit the Jarvikala restaurant.
Lunch is paid extra if desired.
16:00 – Visit to the Karelian shungite mineral center
16:30 – Departure to St. Petersburg by private transfer
20:30 – Estimated arrival time in St. Petersburg
By agreement, we will carry out the disembarkation of tourists right at the house. If necessary, the transfer can take travelers to the train station or airport at no extra charge.
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* Submission of an individual business class transfer to the place by agreementFinish point
* 20:30 – Estimated arrival time in St. Petersburg By agreement, we will carry out the disembarkation of tourists right at the house. If necessary, a transfer can take travelers to the train station or airport at no extra charge.Popular tickets
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Туроператор «СканТур» это более 500 000 довольных туристов за 11 лет работы. Мы не перепродаем туры, мы разрабатываем и продумываем до мелочей сценарии для ваших незабываемых путешествий.
Наша миссия — подарить каждому настоящее Карельское счастье.
Наша цель — дать туристу максимум впечатлений, комфорта и знаний. Поэтому в наших турах включено больше и не нужны дополнительные траты на билеты. Поэтому мы создали свою систему рейтинга для гостиниц Карелии и подберем вам самое комфортное размещение, подходящее по стоимости. Поэтому у нас можно поехать в Карелию на комфортабельных автобусах первого класса Ecolines. Поэтому мы работаем только с лицензированными гидами, которые не просто профессионалы, но еще и очень душевные люди, которые тепло относятся к каждому туристу.