Karelia Winter Tour

Karelia in winter is a real holiday for the soul. Snowy landscapes, wonderful nature and hospitable Petrozavodsk — all this awaits you on a three-day tour. 

You can stroll along the famous Onega embankment, visit the husky kennel and ride dog sleds, take a trip to Kizhi Island, and also visit the first Russian resort "Marcial Waters" and the majestic Kivach waterfall.

If there is a group of 10 people or more, the tour can be arranged on any convenient dates upon request.

Location

Republic of Karelia, Petrozavodsk
$686
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Duration
3 days
2 nights
Departures
20 - 22 Feb, 2027
6 - 8 Mar, 2027
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale
  • Premium
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
From 6 to 15 tourists
Minimum age
5 years old
Group meet at
Republic of Karelia, Petrozavodsk
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

The Mighty Nodding
You will visit the nature reserve, the pearl of which is the famous ice-free waterfall.
Visiting the huskies
You will hear an interesting story from a cabin instructor about the inhabitants of the kennel and ride a dog sled.
The first Russian resort
Visit the museum of the history of the Marcial Waters resort, visit the Church of the Apostle Peter and taste the water from three healing springs.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Sightseeing tour of Petrozavodsk. The shungite center. Karjala Park Tourist Complex

    Arrival in Petrozavodsk by morning trains (until 10:00), gathering of the group at the main entrance to the railway station, a landmark guide with a sign.

    Breakfast (continental) at the city restaurant.

    Bus sightseeing tour of the city "The charm of winter Petrozavodsk", which will take you through the main streets and squares of the city.

    You will visit the mouth of the Lososinka River, stroll along the famous Onega Embankment and visit the Governor's Park.

    A trip to the Center of shungite.

    Shungite is a unique mineral that is mined in Karelia. The healing properties of this stone have been known for more than 300 years ago, and in the time of Peter the Great, a decree was issued according to which every soldier was ordered to carry a piece of shungite in his backpack.

    On the tour, you will be told about its properties, shown the stone processing process, and treated to delicious Karelian tea.

    Transfer to the Karjala Park tourist complex (30 km from Petrozavodsk).

    One of the best husky kennels in Karelia is located here in Karjala Park. Each kennel dog has not only its own external features, but also its own character. But they have one thing in common — they are truly beautiful, powerful and incredibly kind dogs. Stroking and hugging them is not only possible, but also necessary!

    You will hear an interesting story from a kennel instructor about the inhabitants of the kennel, learn the history of the breed, the peculiarities of breeding and maintenance. And after completing the safety briefing, take a ride on a dog sled.

    The route (1 km) will pass through a flat area in a snow-covered pine forest along the banks of the Shuya River.

    Lunch with dishes of Karelian cuisine in the ethnic chum by the campfire.

    Return to Petrozavodsk and accommodation in a 4* hotel in standard rooms.

    2 more photos
  • Day 2 - Kizhi Island
  • Day 3 - The resort "Marcial waters". Kivach Nature Reserve
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale
  • Premium

The tour includes accommodation in a 4* hotel (2 nights) in standard rooms in Petrozavodsk.

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

  • in a double room – 49,750 rubles.
  • in a single room – 54 350 rubles/person.
  • in an additional place – 46,100 rubles /person.

Discounts:

  • for children under 9 years old – 4,000 rubles.;
  • for children under 14 years of age – 2,000 rubles.

The discount is provided if you have a copy of your birth certificate.

An extra seat for an adult is provided strictly upon prior request.

Hotel 2 nights

Tour conditions

Group
From 6 to 15 tourists
Minimum age
5 years old
Duration
3 days 2 nights
Group meets at
Republic of Karelia, Petrozavodsk

Included in price

  • accommodation in rooms of the selected category in 4* hotels (2 nights);
  • meals included in the program: 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 tea parties;
  • transportation service and all transfers according to the program;
  • all entrance fees to museums and nature reserves;
  • guided tour service according to the program: 
    • Petrozavodsk sightseeing Tour;
    • visit to the "Shungite Center";
    • dog sledding;
    • a trip to Kizhi Island on the Khivus SVP from Petrozavodsk;
    • Museum of the history of the resort "Marcial Waters";
    • nature reserve and Kivach waterfall.
  • guide services;
  • tourist's health and life insurance.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Petrozavodsk and back;
  • meals not specified in the program.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • personal items. Travel clothes should be, first of all, comfortable. Take with you what you usually wear for hiking and recreation. The weather in Karelia is capricious and changeable;
  • camera or video camera, charger (powerbank);
  • cash or cards (for souvenirs, other personal expenses);
  • individual first aid kit.
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Dates and Prices

  • $686
    20 – 22 Feb, 2027 3 days 2 nights
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  • $686
    6 – 8 Mar, 2027 3 days 2 nights
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Reviews Leave a review

  • E
    Ekaterina
    about provider
    28 Nov, 2025
    Many thanks to all the providers and guides for an unforgettable experience and a truly engaging program!
  • N
    Natalia
    about provider
    23 May, 2025
    Everything was perfectly organized. The weather let us down on the last day, but it didn’t stop us from going on the excursion to Mount Sekirnaya. A special thanks for the Nemetski Kuzov island — its beauty is truly breathtaking.