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We invite you to celebrate the golden autumn in the most picturesque region of Russia – the Republic of Karelia. In autumn, the nature of Karelia impresses with its variety of colors. This is a good time to explore the sights of the region – waterfalls, lakes and rivers.

You will have an excursion to the first Russian resort of Marcial Waters, the reserve and the Kivach waterfall, a master class on cooking national Karelian pastries, as well as the opportunity to choose additional excursions to your taste and have a rich free day.

Location

Petrozavodsk

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Tour highlights

Cooking class

Under the guidance of the chef, prepare the pearl of Karelian cuisine - gates

Kivach Waterfall

Admire the beauty and grandeur of one of the largest lowland waterfalls in Europe

Excursions to choose from

You will have the opportunity to go on an excursion to the Ruskeala Mountain Park or Kizhi Island for an additional fee

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival. Excursion to the Marcial Waters resort. Kivach Nature Reserve
Arrival in Petrozavodsk by train No. 018A.
Meeting of the group with a sign at the central entrance to the station from the platform (for groups from St. Petersburg, train No. 12, arrival 07:00, tourists are waiting for the arrival of train No. 018).
Buffet breakfast in the restaurant.
Departure for a country trip.
Stop at the art object "Valley of the Hares".
The Valley of the Hares is a place that is open to both adults and children. And what could be more impressive than a rock with a thousand hares?
Artist Sergey Gapanovich set out to carve 1,000 hares on a rock, and now he has managed to embody about 600 hares. Everyone will find for themselves the reason why hares live in the valley, and perhaps they will want to become the owner of a new big-eared animal on the body of the rock.
An excursion to the first Russian resort of Marcial Waters, founded by Peter the Great, with a tasting of water from 4 ferruginous springs, a visit to the Church of the Apostle Peter, which was built according to the project of Peter the Great himself.
Departure for an excursion to the Kivach Nature Reserve, where you can enjoy the beauty and grandeur of one of the largest lowland waterfalls in Europe.
After exploring the waterfall, visit the Karelian Nature Museum and the Karelian Birch Arboretum.
Lunch.
Transfer to the hotel.
Accommodation, rest.

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Day 2 - Free day or excursions for an additional fee.a fee to choose from
Breakfast in the hotel restaurant.
Free day.
The opportunity to go on an excursion to the Ruskeala Mountain Park or Kizhi Island for an additional fee.
The opportunity and cost are specified when booking the tour.
Excursion to Ruskeala Mountain Park.
Transfer to Ruskeala Mountain Park.
On the way, stop at Tohmajoki Waterfall.
This is a very picturesque place, the waterfall flows into a small lake closed from all sides by high shores, from different shores of which there are different views of the waterfall.
Ruskeala Marble Canyon Tour.
During this tour you will get acquainted with the unique natural landscapes. For more than 70 years (until the middle of the nineteenth century), decorative light gray marble was broken out in local quarries to decorate the temples and palaces of St. Petersburg, the fountains of Petrodvorets, the columns of Tsarskoye Selo and Gatchina. Magical lakes with clear water in a beautiful Ruskeal marble bowl will make an indelible impression.
Free time. The opportunity to have an independent lunch on the territory of the mountain park, as well as take advantage of additional services of the Mountain Park: rowing boat rental, trolling, visiting the Underground Ruskeala tour," visiting the exposition of the history of mining.
Return to Petrozavodsk
Excursion to Kizhi Island from Petrozavodsk on the ship "Comet". The duration is 6 hours.
The program includes a transfer by high–speed vessel "Kometa" to Kizhi Island (travel time 1 hour and 15 minutes), a sightseeing tour of the Kizhi Museum - Reserve, an inspection of the masterpieces of wooden architecture, which are included in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage List.
Return to Petrozavodsk.

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Day 3 - Guided tour of the Husky dog kennel. Cooking class. Completion of the tour
Breakfast.
Room release.
Transfer to Petrozavodsk.
Transfer to the territory of the suburban center.
Guided tour of the Husky kennel.
Siberian Husky dogs are considered one of the most beautiful breeds. These cheerful animals were bred by the Chukchi tribes as irreplaceable riding assistants and loyal friends.
The Husky kennel presents truly beautiful and powerful dogs, as they regularly go tracking in the summer and run in a sled in winter with guests.
In the kennel you can get to know each other better and even make friends with energetic animals.
Lunch in the plague by the hearth.
Culinary master class on cooking national Karelian pastries - "Gates".
At the culinary master class, you will be able to cook the pearl of Karelian cuisine, kalitki, under the guidance of a chef.
For hundreds of years, these small Karelian pies have been baked from unleavened rye dough with fillings of millet and mashed potatoes.
Departure for an interactive excursion program to the national Karelian village of Kindasovo.
In the village of Kindasovo, the culture of the Karelian Luddiks and the peculiar Kindas humor are uniquely combined.
Arriving there, you will find yourself in a fairy tale! You can enjoy the silence of the Karelian forest, breathe in the intoxicating pine air!
Only here you will be treated to real Karelian pies and fragrant tea with herbs!
You will hear the enchanting sounds of kantele and jouhikko, find out what eiga is, why Karel needs a big house and who is in charge of the village.
Return to Petrozavodsk.
The approximate time of return to Petrozavodsk is 16:00-16:30.
We recommend taking return tickets after 17:00, for example, Lastochka in St. Petersburg at 18:00.

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Difficulty

Involves moderate physical activity

Accommodation

Hotel

2 nights

Comfort

Midscale

The tour includes accommodation in the hotel "Peter inn" 4*:

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

for an adult when staying in a 2-bed standard room: 38,500 rubles/person.
for children under 17 years old when staying in a 2-bed standard room: 37,800 rubles/person.
for children under 17 years old when staying in a 2-bed standard room in an extra bed: 36,800 rubles/person.

The Peter Inn Hotel is conveniently located in the center of Petrozavodsk and offers guests high standards of service and a wide range of services. The reception is open 24 hours a day.

The rooms are bright rooms that are decorated in a modern style. Functional furniture and new appliances are installed in each category. The bathrooms are individual for each room. Some rooms offer stunning views of Lake Onega.

Meals are served in the restaurant, which offers local, Bavarian and international cuisine. In addition, there is a sushi bar and a lounge cafe on site.

Business meetings, conferences and trainings are held in an equipped conference room. The staff will organize a business meeting of any format and take into account all the details and nuances.

Besovets International Airport is 17 kilometers away from the hotel.

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Tour conditions

Group

From 2 to 12 tourists

Minimum age

5 years old

Duration

3 days 2 nights

Group meets at

Petrozavodsk

Included in price

hotel accommodation;
meals according to the tour program;
transportation services according to the tour program;
excursion service according to the tour program;
the work of the tour guide according to the tour program.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Petrozavodsk and back;
additional excursions;
transfers outside the program;
personal expenses;
meals not specified in the program.

It's important to know

Comfortable clothes and shoes for the season.
Photo camera.
Umbrella.
Raincoat for the warm season, in case of rain.

Dates and Prices

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13 Sep – 13 Dec

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10 – 12 Oct 3 days 2 nights

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24 – 26 Oct 3 days 2 nights

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1 – 3 Nov 3 days 2 nights

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7 – 9 Nov 3 days 2 nights

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14 – 16 Nov 3 days 2 nights

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21 – 23 Nov 3 days 2 nights

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28 – 30 Nov 3 days 2 nights

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5 – 7 Dec 3 days 2 nights

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12 – 14 Dec 3 days 2 nights

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Reviews

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Razida

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2 May, 2025

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Everything was well organized, the information was provided on time, and all our questions about the tour were answered with care. Thank you!
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Marina

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13 Apr, 2025

The tour was interesting, and the excursions were well organized, they met our expectations. I really liked the guides. The Solovki Hotel was comfortable, with daily room cleaning and a lovely little park on the property. However, the internet connection was very unstable, practically nonexistent most of the time. The restaurant staff seemed indifferent, and while the food was expensive, it wasn’t particularly tasty. Overall, we were happy with our stay in such a unique place as Solovki. No regrets.
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Elena

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26 Mar, 2025

Many thanks to the entire team of "Big Country" and our guide, Tatiana! She was with us throughout the trip, making even the longest journeys engaging with her fascinating stories. But the most unforgettable moment was wading across the river, allowing us to witness the second waterfall in all its breathtaking beauty!

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