Winter voyage across Karelia from Petrozavodsk

From 14 950₽ per person

Category:

Adventures and fun activities

Subcategory:

Excursion

Description

Type: Multi-day activity
* Let's go on a winter voyage to the most striking places of Karelia and check in at famous points of the republic. A few hours by train, and the voice of Petrozavodsk station will tell you where to go next. And then – on an amazing adventure for three days. You will be able to visit the shores of Lake Onega and Lake Ladoga at the same time, visit friendly husky dogs and reindeer. The wonderful natural landscapes will delight the eye throughout the journey, and the opportunity to go on an expedition to the forest waterfalls and take a precious stone with you will be an exciting adventure and will remain in your memory for a long time. Why this particular tour? Tour from Petrozavodsk. Convenient for residents of Moscow and the regions of Russia The best natural attractions of Karelia: picturesque cliffs, nature reserves, lakes, Marble Canyon in Ruskeala Park Getting to know the way of life and cultural traditions of local residents A storm of emotions from communicating with husky dogs, the opportunity to take part in a sled race A unique expedition to the forest waterfalls on a specialized transport A chance to travel through time on a retro train with vintage interiors
Available languages

Russian

Group type

Group

Age restrictions

Not restricted

Training level

Not required

Transfer

Transfer not included

day 01
Petrozavodsk Nature Reserve and Kivach Waterfall – husky kennel and reindeer farm in TalviU patrimony
Type of accommodation:Hotel
Upon arrival at Petrozavodsk Railway Station, you can have breakfast at the Piter Inn, conveniently located just a few minutes from the train station. 08:00 – Breakfast at the Pauliner restaurant at the Piter Inn (buffet) A hearty and varied breakfast awaits you in one of the best restaurants in the city, Pauliner. Breakfast is available for an additional fee at the time of purchase of the tour. Early check-in at the hotel is not provided. 09:00 – Meeting with the guide. Boarding the bus Landing place: Gagarin Square, 1. Landmark: the Piter Inn. 11:30 a.m. – Nature Reserve and Kivach Waterfall Kivach Waterfall is located on the Suna River in the central part of Karelia. The nature reserve of the same name is located around it. 14:00 – Lunch The tour complex will also offer you a delicious hot set lunch, which can be purchased on site if desired. The price range is 500-700 rubles/person. 15:00 – The patrimony of the TalviUkko – Karelian Santa Claus 15:30 – Husky Kennel and Deer farm tour The sled dog kennel will show you a local experienced dog handler and tell you interesting facts about friendly dogs. As part of the tour, which is included in the price, you will be able to chat and take photos with Alaskan and Siberian huskies, malamutes and Samoyeds. Everyone will be able to ride a dog sled as a cabin attendant or passenger. 17:00 – Interactive program "Kalevala Universe" at the Museum of Fine Arts of the Republic of Karelia The epic "Kalevala" is the hallmark of Karelian culture. The exhibition is a branded cultural tourism product designed specifically for the guests of the republic and presents the pearls of the museum collection, which will form a unique image of the northern region – a world of secrets, magic, original rituals and traditions. 18:00 – Return to Petrozavodsk. Check-in at the hotel and free time for dinner Petrozavodsk is a big city. In addition to the many cafes and restaurants, local theaters also deserve attention.
day 02
Petrozavodsk – Akhvenkoski Waterfalls – Ruskeala Mountain Park – retro ride from the park to Sortavala
Type of accommodation:Hotel
08:00 – Breakfast at the hotel. Gathering the group on the bus Breakfast is provided in all hotels except those of the "budget" category. 09:00 – Departure towards Ruskeala Mountain Park 12:30 p.m. – 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. 14:00 – Ruskeala Mountain Park. Sightseeing tour and free time. Independent lunch at the park cafe Ruskeala Mountain Park is Karelia's main year–round attraction. The territory of the mountain park is huge. The center of interest is Marble Canyon, a large lake stretching from south to north with crystal clear water and steep shores made of real marble. It was here that this decorative stone was once mined to decorate the architectural masterpieces of St. Petersburg. And thanks to the darkening coniferous trees, snow decorations and colored lighting on the rocks, the landscape turns out to be truly fabulous! 17:00 – Departure of the retro train from Ruskeala . For those who want to plunge into the spirit of a historical journey, we have prepared the opportunity to go to the city of Sortavala with the sound of wheels on a retro train with a real steam locomotive and antique interiors. 17:30 – Departure of the bus from the mountain park If you have not purchased tickets for the retro train, then you will take a bus to Sortavala, accompanied by our guide. 18:30 – Accommodation in a hotel in Sortavala. Free time 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.
day 03
Sortavala – "Winter waterfalls, pomegranate, alpaca and tiger extraction": Kitelskoye pomegranate deposit – by
Type of accommodation:Hotel
08:00 – Breakfast at the hotel, room release Breakfast is provided in all hotels except those of the "budget" category. 10:00 a.m. – Gathering of the group. Departure for the tour "Winter waterfalls, pomegranate extraction, alpacas and tiger" Our bus will pick you up in the morning from the hotel so that you can have breakfast without haste! 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 Visit to the waterfalls of White Bridges (Yukankoski) Yanisjoki River Valley Rapids of the Yanisjoki River Hyamekoski Hydroelectric Power station 15:30 – Lunch After visiting the fascinating beauties of Karelian nature, you will go for a hearty 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 18:45 – Departure to St. Petersburg from Sortavala railway station We recommend that you arrive at the train station at least 15 minutes before departure. 20:20 – Departure by train to Moscow from Sortavala The best option would be train No. 926, following the Sortavala – Moscow route.

Details

Included

Comfortable bus transfer

Accompanied by a professional guide throughout the days of the tour

Accommodation in the best hotels of Petrozavodsk in the city center and on the shore of Lake Onega (depends on the selected hotel category), 1 night

Accommodation in a hotel of the selected category in the region of Sortavala (1 night)

Breakfast at the hotel (except for the "budget" accommodation category)

Kivach Waterfall visit

Stop at the Ruskeala waterfalls of Akhvenkoski

Visit Marble Canyon, Italian Quarry, Lake Svetloye, abandoned marble factory

Guided tours about Karelia

Author's guided tour "The rocky coast of Kiryavalakhti"

Visit to the Ruskeala waterfalls of Ahvenkoski and the filming locations of famous films

Entrance tickets to Ruskeala Mountain Park

Marble Canyon tour with a local guide in Ruskeala

Expedition to the winter waterfalls and the pomegranate deposit

Karelian Zoo entrance tickets

Entrance tickets to the Kivach Nature Reserve

Entrance tickets to the TalviUkko Patrimony Park and the Northern Saga tour, including a visit to the husky kennel with a local guide, an inspection of the reindeer farm, a Sami village, a farmstead with pets, the Karelia grand layout During the New Year holidays (12/30/2023 - 01/08/2024) a visit to the Lumikki Snow Maiden Palace, an inspection of the grand layout Karelia and a visit to the residence are not included in the price and can be purchased on the spot.

Entrance tickets to the Museum of Fine Arts of the Republic of Karelia

Interactive program "Kalevala Universe" at the Museum of Fine Arts of the Republic of Karelia

Petrozavodsk Onega Embankment Tour

Excluded

Railway tickets to Petrozavodsk and from Sortavala

Ruskeala – Sortavala Retro train

Breakfast on the first day of the tour at the Pauliner restaurant – 700 rubles (buffet)

Set meals on the tour: 500-700 rubles/person. The cost of set meals for the January holidays (01.01–08.01.2024) is 750-950 rubles/person.

Ecological trail at the Akhvenkoski waterfalls: full ticket – 400 rubles/person; children under 7 years old – free; children from 7 to 14 years old – 300 rubles/person, students (full–time) – 300 rubles /person; pensioners - 300 rubles/person.

Active entertainment in the Ruskeala Mountain Park: at the prices of the park

Active entertainment in the TalviUkko patrimony: at the prices of the park

Recommend to bring

Photographic equipment

Comfortable clothes and shoes for excursions and walks

We recommend taking cash with you on the road. Contactless payment terminals or the Internet may not be available at the route facilities...

Starting point

* Petrozavodsk, Gagarin Square, 1

Finish point

* 18:30 – Return to Sortavala
Скантур
Скантур
Organizer
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.

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