Karelian mosaic

11 more

Autumn is a great season for traveling! New impressions and bright moments, interesting locations and colorful landscapes — all this awaits you on this autumn trip to Karelia.

You will embark on an exciting jeep tour, visit the ethnic village of Rubchoila, see the Kivach Waterfall and Mount Sampo, as well as appreciate the beauty of the Girvas volcano, the Marcial Waters resort and the Ruskeala Mountain Park.

On request, it can be held on any date. Calculation of the tour for a group of 2 people or more than 8 on request.

Location

Republic of Karelia, Petrozavodsk

Sightseeing tours

from

Contact the tour coordinator

Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)

Or text us in messengers

Tour highlights

A special atmosphere

In the village of Rubchoila, you can touch the past, see old houses and feel the atmosphere of a real Karelian hinterland.

Scenic Mountain Park

Go on an excursion program that will introduce you to the unique geology and history of marble mining.

Interesting master class

Under the guidance of experienced craftsmen, learn how to bake fragrant rye pies with a variety of fillings.

With a breeze on jeeps

Feel the rush of energy and adrenaline from an exciting jeep adventure

An ancient volcano

You will see the picturesque territories of the Girvas paleovolcano

Mighty Waterfall

Admire one of the famous flat waterfalls of Europe — Kivach

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Petrozavodsk. Jeep Tour
The tour starts at 08:00 in Petrozavodsk.
Your adventure will begin with a hearty breakfast that will energize you for the whole day.
Then an exciting jeep tour awaits you.
Meeting, acquaintance with instructors, accommodation in jeeps.
Departure from Petrozavodsk.
Visit to the Kivach Nature Reserve and visit the famous Kivach waterfall.
Continuation of the route to Girvas village.
Lunch.
Introductory instruction on the basics of off-road vehicle driving and safety on the route.
A trial trip under the guidance of an instructor.
Special stage "Sand sprint", movement along a marked track in a sand quarry.
Passing the route: a trial run, stopwatch check-in, identification of the best participants.
Linear special stage along Palozero.
Driving through an abandoned runway.
A special stage "Stone trial", a ford across the Sunna River along a threshold manually cut into the rocks for rafting forests, Girvas volcano.
Inspection of the Girvassky hydroelectric power station (operational), built on the Pioneer Canal (the Suna River).
Departure along the old Murmansk highway along the route of the village. Girvas – S. Spasskaya Bay – village of Marcial waters.
Visit to the first Russian resort "Marcial Waters", founded by Peter I. Tasting of healing water from ferruginous springs.
Stop at the picturesque location of Sampo Mountain, an observation deck.
Arrival in Petrozavodsk.
Check-in at a city hotel.

1 more photo
Day 2 - Rubchoila Ethnic Village
After breakfast, we will drive to the ethnic village of Rubchoila, located in the picturesque Pryazhinsky National District. Here, on a land inhabited by Karelians from time immemorial, you will feel the breath of history.
Rubchoila, founded, according to legend, by three brothers, preserved the spirit of their ancestors.
You will learn about the rich history of the village, about its wealthy inhabitants, famous for their leather goods and craftsmanship.
An exciting master class on cooking Karelian dishes is waiting for you.
Under the guidance of experienced craftsmen, you will learn how to bake these fragrant rye pies with a variety of fillings, which will be a wonderful addition to your lunch.
After the cooking class, you will have a tour of the historical village, where you will be able to touch the past, see old houses and feel the atmosphere of a real Karelian hinterland.
Lunch in the village will allow you to enjoy authentic dishes.
In the evening, you will return to the hotel, where you will have free time to relax, explore the city or visit local attractions.

1 more photo
Day 3 - Ruskeala Mountain Park
After breakfast and packing, we will go to one of the most impressive places in Karelia – Ruskeala Mountain Park.
Along the way, you will find interesting travel information about the park and its history.
We will make a stop at the famous Ruskeala waterfalls, where you can enjoy the beauty of the falling water and take unforgettable pictures.
Arriving at Ruskeala Mountain Park will open up a world of marble quarries, emerald lakes and majestic cliffs.
An excursion program awaits you, which will introduce you to the unique geology of the park, its history of marble mining and its transformation into a picturesque place.
After the tour, you will have free time to explore the park on your own, take a boat ride on the marble lakes, or simply enjoy the stunning views.
The opportunity to complete the program in Sortavala will allow you to prolong your Karelian adventure by exploring this charming city on the shores of Lake Ladoga.
The program ends in Petrozavodsk at 21:00 or in Sortavala at 17:00.

1 more photo

Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

2 nights

Comfort

Premium

3 more photos

The tour includes accommodation in a hotel in Petrozavodsk.

The tour is conducted for a company of four people or more.

The cost of the tour depends on the number of participants (the price is indicated per group):

for a group of 4 people – 219 350 rubles.;
for a group of 6 people – 292,750 rubles.;
for a group of 8 people – 353,750 rubles.

Calculation of the tour for a group of 2 people or more than 8 on request.

The Severnaya Hotel

The Severnaya Hotel is located in the center of Petrozavodsk, just 1 km from Lake Onega and a 15-minute walk from the train station and public transport stops.

The Severnaya Hotel offers a wide range of rooms, suites and apartments, equipped with everything you need.

The hotel has a business center with meeting facilities.

The attentive staff at the Severnaya Hotel will assist with visa processing and can arrange excursions upon request.

Near the Severnaya Hotel, you can visit the city's shopping and business districts, as well as restaurants and museums nearby. Guests can explore the neoclassical architectural heritage of Petrozavodsk or stroll along Lake Onega.

1 more photo

Another option

The Piter Inn

The Piter Inn is located in the center of Petrozavodsk, just a 2-minute walk from the central train Station. It offers a 24-hour gym, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk.

Each room has a telephone, air conditioning, a TV with digital channels and a safe. The private bathroom comes with a hairdryer.

The Paulaner Restaurant, which has its own brewery, serves Bavarian, local and international cuisine. The cafe serves European cuisine, desserts and coffee.

1 more photo

Another option

The hotel "Bag of impressions"

The Bag of Impressions Hotel is located in the northeastern part of Petrozavodsk, near the city's embankment.

The hotel has different types of rooms, both standard and superior comfort. The facilities include comfortable beds, necessary furniture, a private bathroom with hygiene products, a TV, and Wi-Fi.

Breakfast is served every morning.

The train station is 2 kilometers away, and Petrozavodsk Airport is 18 kilometers away. Petrovsky Square and the Onega Tractor Plant Park are located nearby.

1 more photo

Another option

Kosmos Hotel

The modern Cosmos Petrozavodsk Hotel is located in a picturesque part of Petrozavodsk, not far from the famous Onega Lake.

The rooms have all the necessary furniture and appliances, for example: a comfortable bed with fresh linens, wardrobe, desk, armchair, bedside tables, coffee table, air conditioning. Valuables can be put in the safe. The private bathroom has plumbing, a mirror, and cosmetics.

The rooms have a refrigerator. The on-site restaurant offers a wide range of dishes.

The following interesting places are offered to visit: The Musical Theater of the Republic of Karelia, the Museum of Fine Arts, the Holy Cross Cathedral, the Museum of Local Lore, the Park of the XXII Congress of the CPSU, Golikovsky Park. The distance to Besovets Airport is 14.6 km, and Petrozavodsk Railway Station is 1.9 km away.

1 more photo

Another option

The Fregat Hotel

The Fregat Hotel is located in the historical center of Petrozavodsk, on the embankment of Lake Onega (which is the second largest lake in Europe). One of its distinctive features is the walls. They are decorated with drawings of ancient ships of the Russian navy.

There are 80 comfortable rooms of various categories available for guests' accommodation. All of them are equipped with comfortable sleeping places, high-quality furniture and modern appliances.

The restaurant offers the largest selection of steaks and fish dishes in the entire city.

Nearby there is the city embankment, the National and Musical Theaters, and the Museum of Fine Arts. Petrozavodsk Bus and Train Stations are approximately a 10-minute drive away.