Solovki from Petrozavodsk

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An interesting two-day adventure awaits you in Karelia and on the Solovetsky Islands.

You will plunge into the special atmosphere of Solovki during a tour of the Central Estate of the monastery and stroll to Cape labyrinths. You will also learn about the properties of the mysterious shungite and visit the famous Kivach Nature Reserve.

Location

Republic of Karelia, Petrozavodsk

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Tour highlights

Getting to know the Solovki

You will hear the history of the Solovetsky Monastery and visit the existing temples

Reserved Kivach

You will see the famous waterfall and arboretum of Karelian birch

Boat trip

Make a sea crossing to Solovki on the White Sea

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Petrozavodsk. The Shungite Center. Kivach Nature Reserve. Arrival in Kem
Meeting with a guide in Petrozavodsk.
Departure by comfortable bus to Kem (470 km).
Visit to the shungite center.
You will get acquainted with the mysterious mineral, here you will learn about the properties of shungite and its application, visit the shungite relaxation room, rest in which will give you an incredible charge of vibrant energy.
After that, we will treat you to Karelian ivan tea.
On the way there is a country excursion to the Kivach Nature Reserve, the oldest in Russia and the first in Karelia.
During the tour of the reserve you will see the most famous waterfall of Karelia — Kivach and the arboretum of the famous Karelian birch.
Lunch at a cafe on the way.
Arrival in Kem (Rabochiostrovsk), accommodation at the Prichal hotel, located on the shore of the White Sea (economy hotel, rooms with amenities).

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Day 2 - The central estate of the Solovetsky monastery. Cape of Labyrinths
Early rise.
Breakfast at the Kemskaya Volost restaurant.
Departure of the ship to Solovki. Crossing the White Sea (2-2.5 hours on the way).
Arrival on the island.
Transfer of things to the hotel.
Sightseeing tour of the Central manor of the monastery (walking, duration 2.5 hours).
The tour introduces visitors to the history of the Solovetsky Monastery. Tourists visit the territory of the central complex of the monastery, active temples, monuments included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, objects of economic activity of the monastery, the Solovetsky Fortress.
Lunch at a cafe.
Accommodation in a hotel on Solovki.
A walk to the Cape of labyrinths on the picturesque shore of the White Sea. Here you can see dancing birches and labyrinths of stones.
Free time to buy souvenirs, visit shops.
Independent arrival at the port.
Crossing the White Sea by boat (2-2.5 hours on the way).
Arrival in the village. Rabochiostrovsk.
Transfer to Kem railway station.
Departure by train to Moscow / Saint Petersburg.
It is possible to book an additional night at the Prichal Hotel from the 2nd to the 3rd day.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

1 night

Comfort

Midscale

Hotel accommodation is provided as part of the tour.

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

Hotel	Tourist complex "Pier"
Double room with amenities	28 900
Single room with amenities	30 200
Additional place	28 400

Discounts:

for children under 9 years old inclusive – 2000 rubles.;
pensioners, schoolchildren – 300 rubles.

When foreign citizens check in at the Prichal tourist complex, a registration fee is charged (self-payment on site).

The Pier is the largest hotel in the Kemsky district of the Republic of Karelia, with 8 cottages.

The village of Rabochiostrovsk, which is located on the western coast of the Kemskaya Bay of the White Sea, is very easy to reach (12 km from the Kem railway station).

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Tour conditions

Group

From 2 to 50 tourists

Minimum age

5 years old

Duration

2 days 1 night

Group meets at

Republic of Karelia, Petrozavodsk

Included in price

hotel accommodation according to the program;
meals specified in the tour program: 1 breakfast, 2 lunches;
museum entrance tickets;
transportation and tour services.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Petrozavodsk and back from Kemi;
meals not included in the tour program;
an additional night at the Prichal Hotel from day 2 to day 3:
- double room – 4800 RUB/room;
- single room – 3900 RUB/room;
- extra seat — 1600 rub.;
- breakfast – 800 rubles/person.
fee for registration of foreign citizens (all citizens except citizens of the Russian Federation) at the Prichal hotel (self-payment).

It's important to know

an identity document in an airtight package (for children, a birth certificate);
compulsory medical insurance policy;
comfortable shoes — sneakers or sneakers;
waterproof, windproof jacket;
raincoat;
a warm sweater or a warm tracksuit (sweatshirt, pants);
sports trousers;
lightweight headdress;
bathing suit;
sunglasses;
personal hygiene items: soap, towel, toothbrush and toothpaste;
mosquito and tick bite repellents and remedies;
personal first aid kit;
photo and video equipment + sealed packaging in case of rain;
a small backpack (20-30 liters).

When visiting holy places, please observe the dress code (women - skirt, headscarf, covered shoulders, men — trousers (not shorts)).

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Olga Ladigaeva

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25 May, 2026

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I really enjoyed everything, especially the opportunity to visit Kizhi and go dog sledding.
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Svetlana Shibarshina

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16 Oct, 2025

Special thanks to our guide, Vera. She’s an excellent tour organizer and a very knowledgeable guide.
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Alexandra

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29 May, 2025

We went on the Reboot tour in Karelia and came away with so many positive emotions and impressions. The organization was excellent, everything ran smoothly with no delays or confusion. We always knew who was picking us up, where we were going, and when we’d be back. We've been on other trips, so we truly appreciate how well this one was managed, thank you for that. We really loved staying at the Verkhovye Hotel. It had such a warm, family-like atmosphere that it made us want to come back again. We returned home rested and in great spirits. Thank you.