The Russian North. A trip to the Arkhangelsk region

Traveling through the Arkhangelsk region is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the wonderful world of Russian antiquity, visit towns and villages, as well as see the temples of ancient Kargopol, wooden chapels and sacred groves of Kenozerye, hear the melodious dialect of local residents and feel the mood of the picturesque region.

This tour offers exciting excursions and walks through the picturesque surroundings. You will explore the famous chapel of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker, look into a Dilapidated barn, and master the technique of birch bark weaving under the guidance of an experienced craftsman. 

You will also have the opportunity to ski on a frozen lake, go to a protected juniper grove, visit the surrounding villages and, of course, steam in the sauna and taste pies prepared by local housewives.

Location

Northern Railway, Plesetskaya station
$517
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Duration
4 days
3 nights
Departures
8 - 11 Feb, 2027
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Basic
Difficulty
Challenging
Does not require specific skills, but one must be in a good physical shape
Group
From 7 to 16 tourists
Minimum age
10 years old
Group meet at
Northern Railway, Plesetskaya station
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

The charm of Kenozersky Park
On different days, you can walk around the central and northern parts of Kenozero, and if you wish, you can go skiing on the frozen lake.
A special atmosphere
During the tour of the chapels, feel a sense of calm and tranquility.
The charm of villages
Stop in the village of Vershinino, which is located in the heart of Kenozerye, and visit the surrounding villages.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Meeting in Plesetsk. Plesetsk — Vershinino village crossing

    15:00 Meeting at Plesetsk railway station.

    15:00 — 18:00 Transfer from Plesetsk to Vershinino village.

    19:00 Accommodation in a guest house or hotel in the park.

    20:00 Dinner. Overnight at a guest house or hotel in the park.

  • Day 2 - A walk through the central part of Kenozero and a tour of the chapels
  • Day 3 - A walk through the northern part of Kenozero
  • Day 4 - The museum "In the beginning was the word." The sacred grove. Birch bark weaving Workshop
Difficulty
Does not require specific skills, but one must be in a good physical shape
Tour organizer's comments

The tour is available to everyone. It provides an excursion program, as well as walking or skiing.

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Basic
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The tour provides accommodation in a guest house (hotel) in Vershinino village (3 nights).

Single occupancy is not provided.

The cost of the tour for 1 person is 37,500 rubles.

Guest house (hotel) in Vershinino village 3 nights

The tour provides accommodation for 3 nights in a guest house (hotel) in the village of Vershinino.

Tour conditions

Group
From 7 to 16 tourists
Minimum age
10 years old
Duration
4 days 3 nights
Group meets at
Northern Railway, Plesetskaya station

Included in price

  • travel by registered bus station Plesetsk — Vershinino village and back;
  • ecological collection in the National Park;
  • accommodation in a guest house (hotel) in Vershinino village (3 nights);
  • meals specified in the program (prepared by the instructor), as well as dinner at the restaurant on the final day;
  • guided tours and master classes according to the tour program.

Paid extra

  • railway tickets to Plesetsk station and back;
  • meals outside the tour program;
  • ski and hiking equipment rental.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour

Personal camping equipment:

  • the backpack is small, about 10-30 liters (for a thermos and personal belongings for walking);
  • warm synthetic or down jacket;
  • boots, insulated boots (sporty, without heels);
  • shoe covers (protect shoes from snow);
  • replacement shoes for indoor use;
  • clothes;
  • the seat;
  • fleece jacket (polara);
  • fleece or wool hat, warm;
  • warm pants;  
  • fleece or wool gloves or mittens;
  • 3 pairs of socks, including wool socks;
  • 2-3 sets of underwear; thermal underwear;
  • swimsuit/swimming trunks; bath slates, towel;
  • personal hygiene items;
  • KLMN (mug, spoon, bowl, knife);
  • scarf or balaclava;
  • individual first aid kit;
  • head lamp;
  • thermos;
  • hand and foot warmers (preferably, but not necessarily);
  • trekking poles are optional (with a snow ring).

The air temperature at the time of the hike is approximately -10°From -20 ° C, this should be taken into account when choosing clothes and shoes. The forecast is preliminary.

Visiting the Park usually includes a variety of hiking tours along forest trails, so clothes and shoes should be comfortable.

In cold weather, clothes and shoes should be warm and waterproof.

Check the weather forecast in advance for Morshchikhinskaya village, Kargopol district, or Vershinino village, Plesetsk district through well-known weather sites.

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Dates and Prices

  • $517
    8 – 11 Feb, 2027 4 days 3 nights
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