Around Ladoga: from Lukomorye to Vyborg with a visit to Ladoga skerries. RAILWAY cruise

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An incredible adventure awaits you across the expanses of Russian Karelia! Forget about the hustle and bustle, take a deep breath of the purest air of Karelia, feel the power of Ladoga and plunge into the medieval romance of Vyborg. This journey will always remain in your heart!

Your home for the next 4 days is a comfortable tourist train. Cozy compartments, delicious breakfasts and unforgettable views are waiting for you here.

Location

Moscow

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Tour highlights

Scenic Mountain Park

Admire the turquoise lake surrounded by marble cliffs in the Ruskeala Mountain Park

Medieval Vyborg

Stroll along the cobblestone streets where the Swedish knights trod, see Vyborg Castle, the symbol of the city, the Clock Tower and the Burgher manor.

Amazing Mandrogi Village

It is a revived story of village life and the Russian soul. You will have a delicious breakfast and the opportunity to try your hand at pottery or wood painting.

The magic of Ladoga Skerries

Take a boat trip along the Ladoga Skerries, the Russian "fjords" where granite islands, century—old pine trees and clear water create a unique landscape

Itinerary

Day 1 - Train departure from Moscow
The start of a great journey!
Self-boarding our cozy tourist train No. 930 at the Leningradsky railway station in Moscow.
Your carriage number and seats will be indicated on the voucher – we are waiting for you.
At 18:37, Train No. 930 departs, and the journey begins, taking you on an adventure.
Day 2 - Mandrogs. White Bridges Waterfall
A fairy tale in the village of Mandrogi, the roar of waterfalls and an open carriage!
07:00 We are going to the amazing village of Mandrogi!
This is not just an open–air museum, it is a revived story of village life and the Russian soul.
Fans of Russian cinema will recognize these places from the movie "Unscrupulous in the Village" — it was here that scenes from the comedy were filmed.
The village streets, old houses and the atmosphere of the Russian north have become ideal sets for the film. You will be able to walk through the same places where the plot of the picture unfolded!
A rustic morning breakfast made from fresh, natural products.
Delicious, satisfying and homey.
Walking tour (2 hours).
A journey into the past: You will see authentic 19th century houses brought from Vologda and Arkhangelsk regions.
Craftsmen of folk crafts work in them – you can try yourself in pottery or wood painting.
Secrets of the Lukomorye: let's take a magical walk to the clearing where the heroes come to life.
A shady clearing, wrapped in fairy-tale charms, where favorite characters of Russian folk tales hide between firs and birches.
There is also the ancient temple of the Prophet Elisha, and we will hear the soulful singing of the small composition of the bishop's choir.
The Vodka Museum is a national pride!
You will see a unique collection (almost 4,000 bottles from all over the world), learn about age-old traditions and, of course, taste 50 ml of selected vodka or aromatic tincture with crispy cucumbers and fragrant crackers from the chefs of the Gostiny Dvor restaurant.
This is not just a museum – it is a hymn to the Russian spirit!
Free time for an independent walk around the village.
11:00 We return to the station. Lodeynoye Pole.
12:00 Departure of the train to Leppyasyurya station.
A unique section with an open carriage.
Between Vidlica and Leppiasurja is one of the most picturesque stretches of the road!
An open retro observation car with no windows will give you a feeling of complete freedom.
The forest, rocks and lakes are rushing by, the wind is playing in your hair, and you look like a movie hero!
15:30 Arrival at Leppyasurya station.
Transfer to the mysterious White Bridges waterfall (Yukankoski).
Encounter with unspoiled beauty: we will reach the highest waterfall of the Northern Ladoga region (18 meters).
It is a place of power, hidden in the wilderness of the Karelian forests.
Its power, monumentality and amazing solitude will leave an indelible impression.
The road to it is already an adventure. And believe me, it's worth it!
A picnic in nature: under the sound of water is one of those moments that remain in memory forever.
18:30 Departure of the train towards Sortavala.
We rest in the compartment, share our impressions.
On art . Janisjärvi will have a real smoking steam locomotive attached to the train.
Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of antiquity with its powerful horn.
21:30 Arrival at Sortavala station (route 9).
Free time for an independent walk in the city of Sortavala.
Overnight on the train.

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Day 3 - Boat trip: "The Magic of Ladoga skerries". Ruskeala Mountain Park. Vyborg
Breakfast on the train.
We meet the morning in the heart of Karelia — amidst the silence of the forests and the freshness of the northern air.
Boat trip: "The Magic of Ladoga skerries".
07:30 We will take a speedboat from the Sortavala Center pier to meet the miracle of nature!
Ladoga skerries are Russian "fjords" where granite islands, century—old pine trees and clear water create a unique landscape.
We are slowly floating among the picturesque cliffs.
Disembarkation on the island: a walk through the relict forest, photo break, breathe in the coniferous air.
Amazing views and a real reboot!
Duration: 1.5–2 hours.
The walk is carried out only in good weather. In case of cancellation — 100% refund. Entrance ticket to the Ladoga Skerries National Park: 350 rubles/person. Payment is made using a QR code (the accompanying person will have a business card).
Free time in Sortavala.
Take a walk along the picturesque embankment, visit local shops, try real Karelian gates, buy souvenirs made of shungite and birch bark — real gifts of the North.
10:00 Transfer by bus to Mount Paaso.
From the top there is a breathtaking panorama of the endless Karelian forests and mirrored lakes.
The illuminated trail gives the route a special atmosphere, as if it were in a fairy tale.
And the "Karelian sky" — clear and deep, like the soul of this region — will remain in memory for a long time.
11:20 a.m. Transfer by bus to Ruskeala Mountain Park.
12:00 Arrival at Ruskeala Mountain Park.
The Marble Canyon is waiting for you — a masterpiece created by nature and human hands.
Sheer cliffs reflected in emerald waters, tunnels that hold the secrets of centuries — here every corner breathes grandeur and harmony.
You will hear the "stone singing" (as the locals call the echo in the canyon), and you will feel time freeze so that you can enjoy this moment.
12:20 Marble Canyon tour.
You will learn how marble was quarried for St. Isaac's Cathedral and the Marble Palace, stroll through the "Dry Tunnel" and see how craftsmen create unique souvenirs from stone, turning it into works of art.
14:10 Transfer by RA Orlan train from Ruskeala Mountain Park to Sortavala.
15:09 Departure of the train from Sortavala railway station to Vyborg.
We are waiting for new impressions!
17:45 Arrival in Vyborg.
The only city in Russia with an authentic medieval soul.
Walking tour "Through the centuries of Vyborg" (2 hours).
Time travel: the narrow cobblestone streets where the Swedish knights, Peter the Great and Vitus Behring walked!
The majestic Vyborg Castle (external inspection) is the symbol of the city on Castle Island.
The charm of the ancient squares: Market Square, Cathedral Square, Petrovskaya Square, Thorgilskaya Square with a monument to the founder, Thorgils Knutsson.
Architectural masterpieces: merchant guild house, mysterious Clock tower, cozy Burgher manor. The stone breathes history here.
Catamaran boat trip.
An unforgettable ending to the day. Climb aboard a comfortable catamaran and see Vyborg the way Vikings and knights saw it – from the water.
Magnificent views: the castle, rocky islands, ancient forts will appear before you in all their grandeur.
The magic of Vyborg will conquer you completely, and you will want to come back here again.
23:43 Departure of the tourist train No. 930 to Moscow.
We take with us a lot of impressions and a little sadness of parting.

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Day 4 - Arrival of the train in Moscow
Returning home with a suitcase of memories!
10:16 a.m. Arrival of train No. 930 at Leningradsky Railway Station in Moscow.
See you again on amazing journeys!

Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Train

2 nights

Comfort

Midscale

The tour includes accommodation in train cars.

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

Category	Four-seater compartment	Double compartment (on request)
For adults	42 800	62 600
For children from 8 to 14 years old inclusive (with a seat)	41 400	61 300
For children from 0 to 7 years old inclusive (with a seat)	41 000	61 000

Purchase of an additional seat in a four–seater compartment - 18,700 rubles.

For accommodation during the tour, you can choose a place in a four-person compartment of a tourist train.

Pre-placement in a 4-seater compartment. The compartment has 2 lower and 2 upper shelves, 1 medium towel per person. 2 toilets with sinks + 1 shower per car.

Accommodation in a 2-seater compartment on request. 2 lower shelves, 1 medium towel per person. 2 toilets with sinks + 1 shower per car.

The train has a dining car.

Tour conditions

Group

up to 50 tourists

Duration

4 days 3 nights

Group meets at

Moscow

Included in price

travel in wagons of the selected category along the route;
meals according to the program;
Ladoga Skerries National Park Boat Trip;
transportation and sightseeing services, including entrance tickets to the sightseeing facilities according to the program.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Moscow and back;
personal expenses;
meals not specified in the program;
the purchase of one additional seat in a four–seater compartment is 18,700 rubles.;
A fee of 350 rubles per person is charged for visiting the Ladoga Skerries National Park for tourism and recreation purposes. Payment is made using a QR code. The train attendants will provide a business card.

It's important to know

Air and railway tickets to Moscow are not included in the price of the tour. You can purchase them yourself or contact us for help.

It is impossible to know in advance whether passengers can board and disembark at non-fixed stops, upon arrival at which the tour service is provided (there may be parking on the train, but boarding/disembarking may not be allowed. There are various reasons for this. For example, the length of the platform does not allow, the train is on the sidings, and there is basically no platform.). The tour operator is not responsible for boarding and disembarking passengers when the train stops without sightseeing services.
Tourists can join the tourist route on any part of it, where there is a train parking with an excursion day service. But without recalculating the cost of the tour in terms of railway transportation. Since a cruise train ticket is issued from the start point of the tour to the end point of the tour, there will be no recalculation of the cost of railway travel in this case. For sightseeing days when tourists will not be present on excursions, we will recalculate the cost.
In a 4-seater compartment for two people, top+bottom accommodation is provided. Placement on the two lower shelves is possible only in a 2-seater compartment or a ST.
The purchase of the fourth seat in the compartment is optional, accommodation with check-in is possible.
Tours on the territory of the Russian Federation do not imply the presence of a notarized consent from one of the parents / legal representative for the child's trip accompanied by a third party. However, we recommend a handwritten consent from one of the parents /legal representatives to make a decision if medical care is needed for the child + a copy of the first page and the page with the registration of the parent / legal representative giving the handwritten consent.
Smoking is prohibited on the train (both electronic and plain cigarettes; a fine of 1,500 to 2,500 rubles). You can smoke in the train parking lots, if possible, get off the train in smoking areas specially designated on the platforms.
The tour operator issues railway tickets at a tariff without carrying animals (for group railway transportation of tourists, this tariff is not possible for registration). In addition, it is not allowed to enter the tour bus with animals (there may be allergies in the group). Pets are also not allowed to enter the museums.

Dates and Prices

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8 – 11 Aug 4 days 3 nights

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Marianna

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14 Jun, 2025

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Everyone was really attentive, and it was especially nice that they considered our preferences .
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Alla

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8 Jun, 2025

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An amazing trip – I truly enjoyed every moment! Everything was great: the guides, the excursions, the meals, and the accommodations! Hats off to the providers! I highly recommend it — you definitely won’t regret it!
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Nariman

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The tour was excellently organized, with great guides and fascinating destinations. Truly an unforgettable experience.