Classics of Ladoga region: Valaam and Ruskeala

Two amazing days in Karelia!

In this short but informative tour, you will find the hospitable Sortavala, the legendary Valaam, the atmospheric Kronid Gogolev Gallery, as well as the famous Ruskeala Mountain Park and the majestic Akhinkoski waterfalls.

Location

Republic of Karelia, Sortavala
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Duration
2 days
1 night
Departures
8 - 9 Jun
15 - 16 Jun
22 - 23 Jun
29 - 30 Jun
6 - 7 Jul
13 - 14 Jul
20 - 21 Jul
27 - 28 Jul
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Upscale
  • Premium
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 50 tourists
Minimum age
5 years old
Group meet at
Republic of Karelia, Sortavala
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Holy Valaam
Enjoy the concert of the male choristers and the tranquility of the island
The hospitality of Sortavala
Go on a sightseeing tour of the city with an inspection of the local architecture
Scenic Mountain Park
You will walk along the eco-trail around the marble bowl of the quarry with many panoramic platforms

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Sightseeing tour of Sortavala. Valaam Island. Kronid Gogolev Gallery

    08:20 Gathering of the group at the railway station in Sortavala.

    For those who cannot start the tour to Sortavala, it is possible to leave Petrozavodsk at 04:00 a.m. on our bus, at no extra charge.

    08:40 Breakfast at the cafe.

    09:10-10:50 Sightseeing tour of Sortavala with an inspection of local architecture — monuments of Northern Art Nouveau.

    11:00 Departure by meteor to Valaam Island. Crossing Lake Ladoga is 50 minutes.

    11:50 Arrival at the Monastery Bay.

    Walking tour of the central estate of the monastery: the Transfiguration Cathedral and the concert of the choristers of the male ensemble "Valaam".

    Lenten lunch in the refectory.

    Transfer by meteor to Nikonovskaya Bay.

    New Jerusalem Tour: visit the Resurrection Skete, walk to the man-made garden and Gethsemane skete with the wooden church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The tour ends on Mount of Olives with a picturesque view of Ladoga.

    16:50-17:50 Return trip by meteor to Sortavala.

    18:00 Visit to the Kronid Gogolev Gallery, a unique collection of the master's works made in the technique of wood carving.

    19:00 Check-in at the hotel, dinner, free time and rest.

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  • Day 2 - Ruskeala Mountain Park. Akhinkoski Waterfalls
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Upscale
  • Premium

The tour provides accommodation in standard rooms with amenities at the Sortavala Hotel.

For bookings from 3 to 6 months — 5%, the prices below are without discount.

The cost of the tour for 1 person:

  • adult – 34,900 rubles.;
  • preferential (pensioners, the disabled and veterans of military operations) – 32,900 rubles.;
  • children 3-14 years old – 28,900 rubles. 

The surcharge for single occupancy is 4,000 rubles. Discount for additional items.place – 2,000 rubles.

Sortavala Hotel or Rodina Hotel or 1 night
Sortavala Hotel

The Sortavala Hotel is located in the city of the same name.

The hotel offers 67 comfortable and cozy rooms of various categories. Each room has comfortable furniture and appliances, namely a TV with cable TV, a refrigerator, a hairdryer and a bathroom. There is an elevator for easier movement around the hotel.

A delicious and hearty breakfast is served every morning at the Boulevard Restaurant.

You can also use the beauty salon, sauna or medical room on the ground floor of the hotel.

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Rodina Hotel

Rodina is a hotel in the city of Sortavala, which has a good location and offers first—class service. The services include daily cleaning, laundry, parking for cars and Wi-Fi.

The hotel includes 25 rooms in a stylish design. An LCD TV, air conditioning, and a refrigerator are provided for your stay. The private bathroom has a shower cabin, as well as bathrobes and cosmetics.

The in-house restaurant serves a wide range of dishes. Room service is also available.

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The Ladoga Hotel

Ladoga is located in the city of Sortavala. It offers: Wi-Fi, daily cleaning, 24-hour front desk, sauna. 

Cozy and bright rooms of various categories and pricing policies have been prepared for accommodation. Each room has the necessary furniture and appliances for a comfortable stay.

Meals are served in the hotel's restaurant. It serves delicious dishes and a la carte drinks.

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Piipun Piha Hotel

Piypun Piha Hotel is located in Sortavala, away from the hustle and noise of the city streets on the shores of Lake Ladoga.

There are 19 rooms of various categories for a comfortable stay and a cozy restaurant for a pleasant stay.

Elegant classics, splendor and original Karelian flavor are combined in the interior and surroundings of the hotel. The pastel colors prevailing in the design of the comfortable rooms and the guest area of the hotel create an atmosphere of peace and harmony.

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The White Nights Hotel

The White Nights Hotel is located in the village of Helyulya, 77 m from the State Farm public transport stop. Telman."

The cozy and bright rooms can accommodate from two to three guests. They have everything ready for a comfortable stay: Wi-Fi, LCD TV, hairdryer and private bathroom with shower.

Guests can arrange their own meals at the restaurant, which serves Russian and Caucasian cuisine.

There is a river next to the hotel, and a local cultural center is within walking distance. 

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Kaunis Hotel

Kaunis is located in the very center of Sortavala. All conditions for a comfortable stay are presented here. Free high-speed internet is available throughout the property. Staff at the 24-hour front desk will help you stay and answer your questions.

Comfortable rooms of various capacities are available for accommodation. Each of them has functional furniture, a flat-screen TV, a telephone, and cable TV. The private bathroom is equipped with a shower, toilet, sink, hairdryer and toiletries. Each guest is provided with a set of towels.

Guests can visit cafes, canteens and restaurants within walking distance.

Kirov Square, St. Nicholas Church, the Rotunda landmark, and the Museum of the Northern Ladoga Region are located within two kilometers.

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Tour conditions

Group
up to 50 tourists
Minimum age
5 years old
Duration
2 days 1 night
Group meets at
Republic of Karelia, Sortavala

Included in price

  • meals specified in the program (1 breakfast, 1 lunch (on Valaam), 1 dinner;
  • the work of a tour guide;
  • hotel accommodation;
  • all entrance tickets according to the program;
  • bus transportation service;
  • Meteor ride toValaam.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Sortavala/Petrozavodsk and back from Petrozavodsk;
  • souvenirs and extras.optional expenses;
  • meals not specified in the program.

It's important to know

Are plane tickets included in the price of the tour?

Air and 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?
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Dates and Prices

  • $476
    8 – 9 Jun 2 days 1 night
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  • $476
    15 – 16 Jun 2 days 1 night
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  • $476
    22 – 23 Jun 2 days 1 night
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  • $476
    29 – 30 Jun 2 days 1 night
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  • $476
    6 – 7 Jul 2 days 1 night
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  • IT
    Irina Tupitsina
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    27 May, 2026
    From the very beginning of the booking process by email to the end of the trip, everything was organized clearly, smoothly, and conveniently.
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    Zhanna
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    21 May, 2026
    Many thanks to the team at “Big Country” for the excellent organization. The tour went smoothly from start to finish, without any problems or disruptions.
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    Irina
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    8 May, 2026
    Everything was perfectly organized.