Head to one of the most popular tourist destinations in the Russian North. Solovki is known all over the world and attracts attention with its unique atmosphere.

Solovki is a place with a rich history. Here you can see traces of ancient settlements, take a sea trip, go on various excursions, try a Solovetsky lunch and visit atmospheric places.

The tour is conducted daily from 1 person.

Location

Republic of Karelia, Kemsky municipal district, Rabochostrovsk settlement
from
$889
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Duration
5 days
4 nights
Departures
9 - 13 Jun
19 - 23 Jun
29 Jun - 3 Jul
1 - 5 Jul
9 - 13 Jul
20 - 24 Jul
28 Jul - 1 Aug
31 Jul - 4 Aug
Or request private custom tour
Any dates between 1 Jun and 31 Aug are available.
Accommodation
  • or
    Hotel, Guest House
    4 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+
  • Midscale
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
From 1 to 40 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Group meet at
Republic of Karelia, Kemsky municipal district, Rabochostrovsk settlement
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

A variety of flavors
Enjoy a Solovetsky lunch and taste mussels
Energy of Solovki
You will learn about the difficult fate of the Solovetsky Monastery, which has preserved its ancient traditions
Plants of the North
Visit one of the northernmost botanical gardens in Russia, which is located on the territory of the former Makaryevskaya desert

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival at Solovki. Tour of the Solovetsky Monastery

    At least one hour before the departure of the ship, you must arrive at the place of departure of the ship.

    If your train arrives earlier or later, then the departure time to Solovki can be changed (it all depends on the availability of seats on the ship). Please check the information with the manager when booking.

    08:00/12:30 Departure by boat from Rabochiostrovsk.

    10:00/14:30 Arrival at Solovki.

    Meeting and transfer to the hotel. Tourists leave their belongings in the room.

    Solovetsky lunch in a cafe.

    Group sightseeing tour of the Solovetsky Monastery (2.5 hours).

    We cannot guarantee that this tour will not change your worldview forever.

    The monastery is not only a historical landmark. It is a functioning monastery and an opportunity to meet people who devote themselves to fasting and prayer.

    You will visit the territory of the central complex of the monastery, active temples, monuments included in the UNESCO list, objects of economic activity and learn more about its difficult history.

    Free time for walks.

    Dinner on your own.

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  • Day 2 - The long lip. Bolshoy Zayatsky Island
  • Day 3 - The Archipelago of the Body
  • Day 4 - The Axe Mountain. Holy Ascension Hermitage. The Botanical garden "Makaryevskaya pustyn"
  • Day 5 - "Solovetsky Venice"
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • or
    Hotel, Guest House
    4 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+
  • Midscale
  • Upscale

The tour includes hotel accommodation.

Check-in on the tour is not provided.

The cost per 1 person, depending on the accommodation, RUB.:

HotelDouble occupancySingle occupancy
"Shelter" (without lunch)64 50094 500
"Solo Nord"71 30092 500
Guest House on Florensky69 50089 000
"Solovetskaya Sloboda"84 500119 000
Solovki Hotel91 000137 500
Hotel or Hotel or 4 nights
Hotel
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Hotel
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Hotel
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Hotel
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Hotel
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Guest House

Tour conditions

Group
From 1 to 40 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Duration
5 days 4 nights
Group meets at
Republic of Karelia, Kemsky municipal district, Rabochostrovsk settlement

Included in price

  • hotel accommodation;
  • group tours according to the program;
  • transfers according to the program;
  • meals specified in the tour program (4 breakfasts, 5 lunches).

Paid extra

  • railway tickets to Kemi and back;
  • tickets for the ship to/from Solovki — 3,600 rubles/person one way;
  • meals not included in the tour program (dinners);
  • personal expenses.

It's important to know

Are train tickets included in the tour price?

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

Is insurance included in the price of the tour?
Is delivery by skimmer possible?

Dates and Prices

  • Individual dates available on request
    1 Jun – 31 Aug
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  • $889
    9 – 13 Jun 5 days 4 nights
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  • $889
    19 – 23 Jun 5 days 4 nights
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  • $889
    29 Jun – 3 Jul 5 days 4 nights
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  • $889
    1 – 5 Jul 5 days 4 nights
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  • $889
    9 – 13 Jul 5 days 4 nights
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Reviews Leave a review

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    Vera
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    7 May, 2026
    Good afternoon! We were on the "Northern Lights Hunt" tour in Arkhangelsk from March 2 to 5. Overall, everything was very well organized, and we would especially like to thank our guide Marina for the informative excursions and her warm, caring attitude toward us throughout the trip. Unfortunately, because of the weather, we didn’t get a chance to see the Northern Lights, which was a bit disappointing. Still, thank you very much for the wonderful trip and the excellent organization.
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    Olga Fateeva
    about provider
    5 Nov, 2024
    I really enjoyed the trip—thanks to the tour managers! Everything was well-organized and clearly planned. I especially appreciated how quickly they responded to any questions I had and explained everything patiently. Even though I was traveling solo, all the excursions felt lively and engaging. It was a bit disappointing that the last tour was canceled, but I appreciated the advance notice, which gave me the chance to arrange a visit on my own. I’ll definitely recommend you!