Welcome to Solovki! An abbreviated program

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On this tour, you will explore the Solovetsky Islands, a place where history, nature and spirituality are intertwined in a unique harmony.

Here you will find historical buildings, the mysterious Bolshoy Zayatsky Island, picturesque nature and an atmosphere that can touch your soul.

Immerse yourself in the world of legends, feel the breath of centuries and enjoy the beauty of nature.

The tour is available on request on any dates.

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Location

Republic of Karelia, Kemskoye urban settlement, Kem

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Tour highlights

Sea tour

Get to know Bolshoy Zayatsky Island, which stands out even in the list of Solovetsky Islands.

The "Inner Sea" of Solovki

Take a boat trip around the Long Bay

Legends of the Solovetsky skeets

Visit the Sekirnaya Mountain and see the red lake

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival at Solovki. Tour of the Solovetsky Monastery. Bolshoy Zayatsky Island
08:00 Departure from Rabochiostrovsk by boat.
10:00 Arrival at Solovki.
Transfer to the hotel.
We leave our things at the hotel.
10:45 Group sightseeing tour of the Solovetsky Monastery (2.5 hours).
We 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 this difficult history.
Lunch at a cafe, check-in at the hotel.
Sea tour of the sights of Bolshoy Zayatsky Island (3 hours).
Zayatsky Island is special even in the list of Solovetsky Islands, nature has arranged a virgin corner here: it has spread a delicate floral and berry carpet, placed dancing birches and gray glacial boulders.
There is a special atmosphere of immense tranquility and many unique monuments here: the largest pagan sanctuary of the II–I millennia BC, spirals of labyrinths, boulder piles, Russia's first stone harbor and the three-hundred-year-old St. Andrew's Church, the beginning of the "Sovereign Road" of Peter I and many others.
Free time.
Dinner on your own.

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Day 2 - The long lip. Additional excursions
Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00 Long Lip sea tour with mussel tasting (5 hours).
An exciting excursion on Solovki is an 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.
Lunch at the cafe.
Free time.
Additional excursions (for an additional fee):
The history of the Solovetsky special purpose camp (2 hours 15 minutes, a group of 4 people) — 2,000 rubles/person.;
The history of the Solovetsky Archipelago (3 hours) — 2,000 rubles/person.
Return to the hotel.
Dinner on your own.

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Day 3 - Solovetsky skeets
Breakfast at the hotel.
09:00 Group tour "Solovetsky skeets. History and legends" (4 hours).
The first stop is Sekirnaya Gora, a place of light and darkness: the lighthouse church, which became a penal isolation ward in the time of the ELEPHANT.
Further, the forest road goes to the Isakovsky and Savvatievsky skeets, to the first settlement of the Solovetsky monks, to the point of the first execution of prisoners in 1923, the deployment of the Solovetsky Jung school, where the elite of the USSR Navy were brought up from teenagers.
We will be shown the red lake, from where the Solovki canal systems originate, the 16th century dam, worship and memorial crosses – examples of cross-cutting skills. Each of these places keeps its own secrets and legends.
Lunch at the cafe.
Free time, transfer to the pier.
Departure by boat to Rabochiostrovsk at 16:00 or 19:00.

Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

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Hotel, Guest House

2 nights

Comfort

Midscale
Upscale

The tour includes hotel accommodation.

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

Hotel	Double occupancy	Single occupancy
"Shelter" (without lunch)	40 000	46 300
"Solo Nord"	41 200	47 000
Guest house on Florensky	43 000	49 300
"Solovetskaya Sloboda"	44 400	54 100
Solovki Hotel	46 800	57 400

Delivery to Solovki from Rabochiostrovsk and back by high-speed skimmer is possible for 1 hour and 20 minutes on the way at a time convenient for you (on request).

Solo Nord Hotel

Solo Nord Hotel is located in the center of the village, near the marina and the airport, next to the tour desk.

From the windows of the hotel you can see the main attraction of Solovki: the Solovetsky Kremlin.

All this combined with the northern hospitality, clean comfortable rooms, and good food make the hotel very attractive to our guests.

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Solovetskaya Sloboda Hotel

The 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.

Each guest will be able to choose a suitable accommodation option from 45 comfortable and cozy rooms. All rooms are equipped with Wi-Fi, a sleeping place, and a flat-screen TV. There is a billiard room and a library on site. A shuttle service is available upon 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, and the Kem Railway Station is 54.2 km away.

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The Solovki Hotel

The Solovki Hotel is located in the village of Solovetsky in the forest area, near the shore of the White Sea. The Cape of Labyrinths and the Solovetsky Monastery are located nearby. The hotel consists of 5 buildings built in the traditional Russian style. The administrative building houses a restaurant, a bar, a souvenir shop and an accommodation service.

The hotel has 46 Standard and Junior Suites. The rooms are decorated in the style of log cabins with mosquito nets on the windows. Each room has its own bathroom.

For lunch and dinner, guests can enjoy local cuisine. Packed lunches are available on request. The bar serves international cocktails.

Guests are provided with a conference room equipped with the most necessary furniture and appliances for comfortable seminars, trainings or conferences.

Arkhangelsk Airport is located at a distance of 240 km, the railway station is 235 km away. There are several churches, a monastery and a Holy Lake within walking distance.

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The Shelter Hotel

Priyut is a small hotel that has opened its doors cordially in the village of Solovetsky. Wi-Fi access and a sauna are provided here.

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

Parking spaces are also provided at no extra charge.

The area is great for cycling.

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Guest house on Florensky

In the southern part of the village of Solovetsky, a five-minute walk from the Kremlin, there is a brick cottage.

The cozy rooms for two and three people are equipped with a bathroom and a shower cabin.

The maximum capacity is 11 people.

Tour conditions

Group

From 1 to 40 tourists

Minimum age

7 years old

Duration

3 days 2 nights

Group meets at

Republic of Karelia, Kemskoye urban settlement, Kem

Included in price

hotel accommodation;
group tours according to the program;
pier — hotel — pier transfer;
meals specified in the program (2 breakfasts, 3 lunches).

Paid extra

railway tickets to Kemi and back;
one—way boat tickets to Solovki and back - 3,600 rubles/person;
dinners;
personal expenses;
additional excursions:
- The history of the Solovetsky special purpose camp (2 hours and 15 minutes, group of 4 people) — 2,000 rubles/person.;
- The history of the Solovetsky archipelago (3 hours) — 2,000 rubles/person.

It's important to know

Air and 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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Reviews

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Olga Fateeva

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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!

Welcome to Solovki! An abbreviated program

Location

Tour highlights

Itinerary

Accommodation

Tour conditions

Included in price

Paid extra

It's important to know

Dates and Prices

Reviews

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