Hits of Ladoga region

Spend 3 exciting days in Ladoga region!

The journey will begin with a sightseeing tour of Sortavala, during which you will learn about the development of the city in different eras, and after that you will have the opportunity to go on a meteor to Valaam Island.

You will also visit the pearl of Karelia — Ruskeala Mountain Park, where you will see an extraordinary lake framed by marble cliffs. And a boat trip along the Ladoga skerries and a visit to the Bastion History Park will give you an unforgettable experience!

Location

Republic of Karelia, Sortavala
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Duration
3 Days
2 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • Dates for next season
    • 3 – 5 June, 2025
    • 10 – 12 June, 2025
    • 17 – 19 June, 2025
    • 24 – 26 June, 2025
or
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 50 people
Minimum age
5 years old
Group meet at
Republic of Karelia, Sortavala
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

A walk along the Ladoga skerries
Walk through the straits where the Vikings visited, and make trips to the islands
The charm of Sortavala
Take a walk through the historical center of the city and admire the Finnish houses
Traveling by retro train
You will return from the Ruskeala Mountain Park to Sortavala on a branded steam-powered retro train

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Tour of Sortavala. Valaam Island (for an additional fee)

    08:20 Upon arrival of train No. 160 in Sortavalu, meet with the guide at the railway station.

    Breakfast in a cafe in the city. 

    Sightseeing tour of Sortavala.

    Together with an experienced guide, you will plunge into the history of Sortavala: you will learn about the development of the city in different eras, cultural features and traditions. 

    Take a walk through the historical center and admire the Finnish houses, immersing yourself in the features of the wooden architecture of the 19th century.

    On request, for an additional fee, an excursion to Valaam Island (cost — 5,300 rubles / person, payment and booking at the time of booking).

    Departure along Lake Ladoga to Valaam Island (45 minutes on the way by meteor). 

    Valaam has a full program: A tour of the Central Manor of the monastery and an excursion to one of the monastery's monasteries

    Lunch in the monastery refectory (fast). 

    Valaam is the Northern Athos, the holy monastery, the magical land. At one time, N. Roerich, I. Shishkin, A. Kuindzhi, F. Tyutchev, representatives of the Romanov dynasty, prominent church figures liked to visit Wallam. Valaam will not leave you indifferent!

    Return to Sortavala (duration of the tour is 7 hours).

    Free time.

    Check-in at the hotel in Sortavaly (turklass hotels, rooms with amenities).

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  • Day 2 - Ruskeala Mountain Park. Traveling by retro train
  • Day 3 - Boat trip along the Ladoga skerries. Bastion History Park
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+
  • Upscale

The tour includes accommodation in hotels.

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

HotelSeurahuoneLadoga
Double room with amenities38 10042 900
Single room with amenities41 20043 600
Additional place35 90034 900

Discount for children up to and including 12 years old — 1,000 rubles.

"Seurahuone" or Ladoga 2 nights
"Seurahuone"

Seurahuone Hotel is located in Sortavala. The building has a fairly convenient location. Guests can receive the following services: 24-hour front desk, Wi-Fi, daily room cleaning.

Comfortable, cozy rooms overlooking a beautiful street, equipped with necessary furniture, flat-screen TV. There is also a separate bathroom with a shower cabin and all accessories.

There is a cafe on site. A continental breakfast is served every morning. In the immediate vicinity there are various shops and restaurants where you can also eat delicious food.

The nearest airport is 96 km away.

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Ladoga

Ladoga Hotel is located in Sortavala. It offers: Wi-Fi, daily cleaning, 24-hour front desk, sauna. Those who wish can go fishing.

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 drinks from the menu.

A banquet hall can be rented for important events.

The nearest train station is about 470 metres away.

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Tour conditions

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

Included in price

  • accommodation in the selected hotel;
  • sightseeing, transport services;
  • meals specified in the tour program;
  • entrance tickets to museums. 

Paid extra

  • railway tickets to Sortavala and back;
  • excursion to Valaam Island (payment and booking at the time of booking) — 5,300 rubles/person.;
  • meals not specified in the tour program.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  1. An identity document in an airtight package (for children — a birth certificate).
  2. A compulsory medical insurance policy.
  3. Comfortable shoes — sneakers or sneakers.
  4. Waterproof, windproof jacket.
  5. Raincoat.
  6. A warm sweater or a warm tracksuit (sweatshirt, pants).
  7. Sports trousers.
  8. A light headdress.
  9. A bathing suit.
  10. Sunglasses.
  11. Personal hygiene items: soap, towel, toothbrush and toothpaste.
  12. Repellents and remedies for mosquito and tick bites.
  13. Personal first aid kit.
  14. Photo and video equipment + sealed packaging for them in case of rain.
  15. A small backpack (20-30 l).

When visiting holy places, please observe the dress code: women - skirt, shawl, covered shoulders; men — trousers (not shorts).

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Dates and Prices

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    24 – 26 Jun, 2025 3 days 2 nights
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    1 – 3 Jul, 2025 3 days 2 nights
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Reviews

  • K
    Konstantin
    26 Jul, 2024
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    Grand tour of Karelia and the Solovetsky Islands, a very interesting and exciting tour. Comfortable accommodation and buses. Qualified guides. A competent, positive, responsible guide Vera Ivanovna. Thank you very much.
    26 Jul, 2024