New Year's Eve in Karelia. Guided tour

Special offer! Additional 5% discount when booking a tour more than 6 months before arrival.

Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of a winter fairy tale in the heart of Karelia! Forget about the hustle and bustle of the city and embark on a journey where you will find snow-white expanses and ancient legends that create a unique feeling of celebration.

We invite you to the world of New Year's magic, where you can enjoy the beauty of the elegantly decorated streets of Petrozavodsk and listen to the fascinating music of the national ensemble. You will also meet Karelian Santa Claus and a kennel of northern sled dogs.

On this tour, you will see the Ruskeala Marble Canyon, Kivach Waterfall and Sampo Mountain, and try to create a charm doll.

Location

the city of Petrozavodsk
from
$641
$674
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Duration
4 days
3 nights
Departures
31 Dec - 3 Jan, 2027
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Premium
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
From 18 to 50 tourists
Minimum age
4 years old
Group meet at
the city of Petrozavodsk
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Adorable animals
Get the opportunity to ride a dog and deer sled, as well as a cheesecake slide.
Karelian Santa Claus
Find out who Talviukko is, explore the interactive exhibit and take a ride on a Finnish sleigh.
A magnificent Northern fairy tale
Appreciate the beauty of Ruskeala Marble Canyon, Kivach winter Waterfall and snowy Petrozavodsk.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Petrozavodsk city tour. New Year's program. New Year's Banquet (for an additional fee)

    08:00 Group meeting at Petrozavodsk railway station.

    08:10 Buffet breakfast in the cafe.

    08:30 Guided tour of the festive capital of Karelia: the history of the city and a walk along the embankment of Lake Onega with a tour of monuments and art objects.

    Visit to the Doll House of T. Kalinina with the author's collection.

    Lunch at a cafe.

    The New Year's program includes a performance by the national song and dance ensemble "Kantele".

    17:00 Accommodation at the hotel.

    21:00 New Year's banquet with entertainment program for an additional fee.

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  • Day 2 - The patrimony of the Karelian Santa Claus. Master class on creating an amulet doll
  • Day 3 - Ruskeala Mountain Park
  • Day 4 - Kivach Waterfall. Mount Sampo. Marcial waters and the ancient volcano Girvas
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Premium

The tour provides accommodation in standard rooms with amenities in a hotel in Petrozavodsk.

Discount for bookings made more than 6 months before the tour — 10%, from 3 to 6 months — 5%, the price below is without discount.

The cost of the tour for 1 person:

  • single occupancy — 54,900 rubles/person.;
  • double occupancy — 48,900 rubles/person.;
  • extra bed for double occupancy — 42,900 RUB/person. 

Discounts and benefits:

  • children 3-14 years old — 2,200 rubles/person.;
  • pensioners, combat veterans, disabled people of all groups — 900 rubles/person.
The Severnaya Hotel or The Prionezhsky Hotel or 3 nights
The Severnaya Hotel

The Severnaya Hotel is located in the very center of Petrozavodsk, surrounded by major attractions and infrastructure facilities. 

Guests can take advantage of high-quality service: free Wi-Fi, luggage storage and a gym. 

The hotel offers comfortable and modern rooms, which are fully equipped with everything you need. Each room has everything you need: ergonomic furniture, modern appliances and an individual bathroom. Regular cleaning is carried out everywhere.

Delicious and hearty breakfasts are served every morning, which are fully equipped with everything you need. There is also a restaurant consisting of several halls.

There is a bus stop near the hotel, as well as a museum of local lore and picturesque parks for long walks.

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The Prionezhsky Hotel

The Prionezhsky Hotel is located in Petrozavodsk, in its historical district, on the shore of the lake.

The hotel has comfortable rooms, the comfort and facilities of which allow you to relax after an eventful day. Meals are served in the restaurant with a bright and cozy room, as well as impeccable service. The bartender will prepare any classic or exclusive cocktail.

The hotel is located in a picturesque area, which is suitable for walks, secluded recreation, as well as for active sports.

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Onega Castle Hotel

The cozy Onega Castle Hotel is located in the heart of Petrozavodsk. Some rooms offer panoramic views of the surrounding area.

Various categories are prepared for the accommodation of guests, differing in comfort and furnishing. Each room is decorated in a classic style and equipped with everything you need, including: private bathroom, TV and a set of functional furniture.

The hotel has a restaurant that serves fresh and delicious buffet breakfasts.

You can spend your free time enjoying the views of Lake Onega. Within walking distance there are: Issersonovsky Square, the Zakharov House, the Forge of the Kizhi Museum, the Tsarevich Nikolai Alexandrovich Spring.

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Hotel "Bag of impressions"

The Bag of Impressions Hotel is located in the historical, business and cultural center of Petrozavodsk, in close proximity to all state institutions of the city, museums, theaters and shopping malls, which will delight guests, because it is so important to maintain punctuality in a large and bustling city. 

The very center of Petrozavodsk, but quiet and peaceful — the hotel is located on a one-way street, away from city highways and transport arteries. 

Within walking distance is the famous city embankment with parks, squares, recreation areas, Markelov exercise equipment and unsurpassed views of Lake Onega. 

The advantage of the hotel is a calm, intimate atmosphere that allows you to relax after a busy day, as well as hold a business meeting. The hotel staff is attentive to each guest and guarantees attention and impeccable quality of service in the field of hospitality.

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Cosmos Petrozavodsk Hotel

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

Comfortable rooms are provided for accommodation, made in a classic, simple design. 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.

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The Piter Inn

The Peter Inn Hotel is conveniently located in the center of Petrozavodsk and offers its 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.

The Paulaner restaurant, which serves Bavarian cuisine, is located on the ground floor of the hotel. There is also a cafe "Coffee Shop", where there is a wide variety of homemade tea, fragrant coffee, delicious desserts, and European cuisine is served there. 

Besovets International Airport is 14.4 km away from the hotel, and the railway station is 0.2 km away.

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The Petra Hotel

The Petra Hotel is located in the center of Petrozavodsk, in a historic building.

A small number of rooms will allow you to enjoy your stay in a homely and cozy atmosphere. They are equipped with air conditioning, a TV, a refrigerator and a private bathroom. A work area is installed, bottled water, a hairdryer are offered, and Wi-Fi is available on site.

The BOTTEGA gastro bar is located on the ground floor, serving dishes from Europe, Italy, Asia and the Middle East.

There are various parks and squares, pharmacies and shops nearby.

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Karelia SPA Hotel

The hotel is located in the city center at Gulling Embankment, 2.

The hotel has cozy and bright rooms, which have everything you need for a comfortable stay: comfortable furniture, TV, desk. The bathroom has a shower and toiletries.

It features a chic restaurant, a spa, a swimming pool and a sauna. Free parking and Wi-Fi are available on site. The restaurant serves breakfast and a variety of local dishes.

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The Fregat Hotel

The Fregat Hotel is located in the historical center of Petrozavodsk, on the embankment of Lake Onega. 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. All of them are equipped with comfortable sleeping places, high-quality furniture and modern appliances.

Meals are served at the restaurant, which 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.

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Tour conditions

Group
From 18 to 50 tourists
Minimum age
4 years old
Duration
4 days 3 nights
Group meets at
the city of Petrozavodsk

Included in price

  • meals included in the program (4 breakfasts, 4 lunches);
  • Karelian doll workshop;
  • the work of a tour guide;
  • hotel accommodation 4*;
  • all entrance tickets according to the program;
  • transportation service by bus.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Petrozavodsk and back;
  • meals not specified in the program;
  • New Year's banquet;
  • additional services.

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Air and railway tickets are not included in the price of the tour. You can purchase them yourself or contact us for help.

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Dates and Prices

  • $674
    $641
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    31 Dec, 2026 – 3 Jan, 2027 4 days 3 nights
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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.