Secrets of the Solovetsky Archipelago

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What in the Russian North can compare with the Solovki? The exclusivity of these mysterious islands is evident in everything. The whole history of Russia is mirrored in the history of Solovki: there are a lot of light and dark spots in it…

Take the opportunity to see the rare beauty of the northern nature, the unique architectural ensemble of the Solovetsky Monastery and the most interesting historical monuments!

Location

Republic of Karelia, Kemskoye urban settlement, Kem

from

US$ 552

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Tour highlights

Boat trip with tasting

You will go on an exciting boat trip along the Long Bay – the "inner sea" of Solovki, and then you will taste the White Sea mussels

Author's tour on "loaves"

This tour will cover all the main pearls of Solovki at once: Sekirnaya Mountain, Holy Ascension Hermitage, Solovetsky Jung Alley and the Red Lake Dam

Bolshoy Zayatsky Island

The boat will take you to the island, where you will see the unique stone labyrinths, the first stone harbor in Russia and the monuments of the St. Andrew's Hermitage

Solovetsky Monastery

You will get acquainted with the history of the monastery, visit the territory of the central complex, existing temples and monuments

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in the city of Kem
In the evening, arrival in the city of Kem by train:
at 20:50, train No. 92;
at 21:42, train No. 120B;
at 00:41, train No. 016A.
The train schedule is preliminary.
Gathering of the group at the entrance to the railway station building from the platform, meeting with the sign "Berth".
Transfer to the Berth tourist complex, located in the village of Rabochiostrovsk on the shore of the White Sea.
Accommodation in 1-2-bed rooms with amenities.
Attention: an option without an overnight stay in Kemi is possible, if you arrive by the morning train directly to the ship, contact the manager for a calculation.
Day 2 - Solovetsky Kremlin and Bolshoy Zayatsky Island
Breakfast in the restaurant.
Departure to the Solovetsky Archipelago by boat on the White Sea (2.5 hours).
Sightseeing tour of the Solovetsky Kremlin.
You will get acquainted with the history of the monastery, visit the territory of the central complex, active temples, monuments. You will be amazed by the nobility of proportions, monumentality and harmony with the harsh northern nature.
Lunch at the cafe.
Excursion to Bolshoy Zayatsky Island — you will take a boat trip to Bolshoy Zayatsky Island, where you will see the largest pagan sanctuary of the II–I millennia BC, unique stone labyrinths, a complex of cult and burial structures, Russia's first stone harbor and monuments of St. Andrew's Hermitage.
Attention: St. Andrew's Skete on Bolshoy Zayatsky Island is active, we ask you to comply with the requirements of the skete charter and be properly dressed.
Accommodation at the Solovki Hotel in 1-2-bed rooms with amenities.
It is possible to replace the hotel "Solovetskaya Sloboda" / "Shelter".

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Day 3 - Long Bay boat trip
Breakfast in the cafe.
An exciting ecological boat trip along the Long Bay — the "inner sea" of Solovki, where even in stormy weather there are rarely disturbances.
A carbureted boat with a motor, driven by a fresh salty wind, will run past sandy beaches, countless islands and rocky ridges crashing into the water.
On one of them there is a bird family, and on the other, it seems, a seal is basking in the sun.
Shallow depths allow you to see the underwater world: starfish are buried in the sandy bottom, translucent ultramarine jellyfish are floating in the water, algae are waving and stretching somewhere along with the sea currents.
Tasting of White Sea mussels — perhaps it is you who are lucky enough to find a real White Sea pearl in one of them.
Return to the hotel.
Lunch at the cafe.
Free evening.
Day 4 - Author's tour on "loaves"
Breakfast in the cafe.
An author's tour by loaf cars along the route "Sekirnaya Gora — Holy Ascension Hermitage - Savvatievo Hermitage — Solovetsky Jung Alley — Red Lake Dam — Isakovo hermitage".
Lunch at the cafe.
Return to the hotel.
Free time.

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Day 5 - Cape of labyrinths and dancing Solovetsky birches
Breakfast in the cafe.
Room release.
Things are handed over to the luggage room.
Guided walk to the Cape of Labyrinths and to the "dancing" Solovetsky birches.
Visit the souvenir pavilions and the company store of the Arkhangelsk algae plant, where you can buy products from White Sea algae.
Lunch at the cafe.
Transfer from the hotel with your belongings to the pier.
Departure of the ship from Solovki to the village of Rabochiostrovsk (2.5 hours by the White Sea).
Arrival in the village of Rabochiostrovsk (by 18:00 or 21:00).
Transfer to the railway station of Kem.
Let us know in advance which train you are going back by, so that, if necessary, you can book a room at the Prichal Hotel (2,100 rubles/person per place in a double room).

Difficulty

For any person

Accommodation

Camp Site

1 night
Hotel

3 nights

Comfort

Midscale

The tour provides accommodation in the tourist complex "Berth" and in the hotel "Solovki-Hotel" (possible replacement with the hotel "Solovetskaya Sloboda" / "Shelter") in rooms with amenities.

The cost of the tour for 1 person, RUB.:

Period	Double occupancy	Single occupancy	Additional location
from 13.06 to 08.07, from 22.08 to 09.09	48 500	62 200	38 600
from 11.07 to 12.08	54 000	73 400	38 600

The Berth tourist complex is located in a quiet location with a beautiful view of the White Sea. It has a good location – 12 km from the railway station of the Kem station, away from the main road and in close proximity to the sea pier.

It consists of eight two-storey cottages, a cafe, a paid guarded parking lot and berths, from where flights to Solovki depart. The rooms have all the necessary furniture. Heating- heater in the room. Amenities, a cooler with hot and cold drinking water on the floor.

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The Solovki Hotel

This hotel is located 200 meters from the picturesque shore of Solovetsky Island. It offers a 24–hour front desk, a tour desk, and bicycle rental for those who want to explore the surrounding area.

The rooms of the Solovki Hotel are decorated in the style of log cabins with mosquito nets on the windows. The private bathroom comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries.

The rustic-style restaurant at Solovki Hotel serves local Russian cuisine daily. International cocktails are available at the bar. Guests can relax in the hotel's steam bath or spend time playing karaoke.

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Another option

Solovetskaya Sloboda Hotel

Solovetskaya Sloboda Hotel is located in the center of the village, a 3-minute walk from the world-famous Solovetsky Monastery and 187 m from the Gulag Museum.

Out of 45 comfortable and cozy rooms, each guest will be able to choose a suitable accommodation option for himself. All rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi, a sleeping place, a flat-screen TV. There is a billiard room and a library on site. A shuttle service is available on request.

Breakfast is included in the room rate. For an additional cost, guests can purchase delicious local dishes, as well as lunches and dinners at the hotel's restaurant. There is a restaurant with a bar on site.

The guest house provides its guests with a spacious conference room for business events and banquets. The hall is equipped with necessary furniture and appliances.

Solovetsky Port is a 20-minute walk away. Within walking distance there is the Church of the Annunciation, the Solovetsky Monastery and the Assumption Church. The distance to the airport is 1.4 km, to the railway station Kem — 54.2 km.

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Another option

The hotel "Shelter"

"Shelter" is a small hotel that has opened its doors cordially in the village of Solovetsky. Here you will have access to Wi-Fi and a sauna.

The rooms are decorated in a country style and have everything you need for a stay. The cozy atmosphere and homely atmosphere will make your stay as comfortable as possible.

If you wish, you can come to the guest house with a pet. Parking spaces are also available at no additional cost.

The area is great for cycling,

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 10 tourists

Minimum age

5 years old

Duration

5 days 4 nights

Group meets at

Republic of Karelia, Kemskoye urban settlement, Kem

Included in price

accommodation in the Prichal tourist complex and in the Solovki Hotel (possible replacement with the Solovetskaya Sloboda / Shelter hotel) in rooms with amenities;
Meals: 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches;
all transfers according to the program;
tickets for the ship Rabochiostrovsk — Solovki — Rabochiostrovsk;
excursion service and the work of an accompanying guide on Solovki;
sightseeing tour of the Solovetsky Kremlin with a visit to the expositions "Monastic prison", "Solovetsky Fortress", "Solovetsky furnaces";
a walk to the Cape of Labyrinths and to the park of "dancing" Solovetsky birches;
author's tour of the Solovki hermitage;
a boat trip along the Long Bay with mussel tasting;
excursion to Bolshoy Zayatsky Island;
participant's health and life insurance

Paid extra

railway tickets to and from Kemi;
dinners;
extra night after the tour at the Prichal hotel (if necessary, a place in a double room) — 2,100 rubles/person.;
personal expenses (souvenirs, etc.).

It's important to know

Railway tickets are not included in the price of the tour. You can purchase them yourself or contact us for help.

Dates and Prices

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