08:19 – Arrival in Sortavala by train No. 160B 10:30 a.m. – Gathering for the tour "Winter waterfalls, pomegranate, alpaca and tiger mining" You will be expected at the main entrance to the station in Sortavala with a sign "Waterfalls". We recommend that you approach in advance. You will go for a walk through the majestic Karelian forest and visit several water features. Hydroelectric power station in Lyaskela Visit to Koirinoya Waterfall-2 (Upper) Visit to the semiprecious garnet stone deposit The bus will take you directly to the mine, in the dumps of which you can find beautiful garnet beads. We will provide you with special equipment for exploration and treasure extraction on the spot! Visit to the waterfalls of White Bridges (Yukankoski) A new wooden staircase leads to the waterfall. You can comfortably enjoy the secluded beauty of the ancient forest waterfalls of Karelia. Please note! Visits to the White Bridges waterfalls may be canceled due to weather conditions or the impassability of the road leading to the waterfalls. In case of cancellation, you will visit the Yanisjoki River Valley (Yanisjoki River rapids, Hyamekoski hydroelectric power station) Yanisjoki River Valley Rapids of the Yanisjoki River Hyamekoski Hydroelectric Power station 15:30 – Lunch Lunch is paid extra if desired. 16:30 – Visit to the Karelian Zoo We will visit the largest zoo in the Northwest. The zoo is located in a luxurious location among the Karelian forests on a vast territory of 30 hectares (about 60 football fields), so the animals feel more than at ease. 18:30 – Return to Sortavala, accommodation at the hotel We understand that the quality of your stay is just as important as the excursion program, so we have prepared for you the best hotels in the cozy town of Sortavala. Only the most proven options that have been providing their services in the Karelian tourist market for more than one year. In the remaining time, you can explore the city on your own: have dinner at one of the local cafes, take a walk along the shore of Ladoga. It is a quiet and peaceful city with an interesting Finnish-Russian history, reflected in architecture and sights.

08:00 – Breakfast at the hotel, room release Breakfast is provided in all hotels except those of the "budget" category. 09:00 – Gathering of the group on the bus 10:50 a.m. Departure from Sortavala by retro train The landing takes place at the Sortavala railway station. Ruskeala Express is a unique steam–powered retro train consisting of compartment cars, a stylized dining car and a photo booth equipped with an interactive system for instant photography. 11:55 a.m. – Arrival at Ruskeala station Our guide will meet you at the train station with the bus number from the text message that will be sent to you the evening before departure, and will guide you to the starting point of the tour. 12:00 – Ruskeala Mountain Park. Guided tour and free time 14:30 – Meeting with the guide. Departure to Ruskeala Waterfalls At the end of your free time in Ruskeala Park, our guide will meet you and you will set off along the next route together. 14:50 – 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. The entrance to the ecotrope is additionally paid upon request. 16:00 – Visit to the Museum of Living History and the Viking village The Bastion Complex, or Svartbjarnarborg ("Black Bear Fortress"), is a living history museum dedicated to the Viking Age. Its territory is more than 1 hectare! 17:30 – Visit to the trout farm company store We will make a stop in the city center at the trout farm company store so that everyone can purchase Karelian fish delicacies from the farm in their free time. Environmentally friendly and delicious products from Karelia will be a great gift for your family and friends. 18:20 – Departure to Sortavala railway station 18:45 – Departure by Lastochka train to St. Petersburg 20:37 – Departure from Sortavala to Moscow by train No. 160A