08:25 Arrival in Sortavala— the pearl of the Northern Ladoga region.
Our guide will meet you, and you will immediately plunge into the atmosphere of an ancient Karelian city, where every house is a "Rune" (story) carved into wood, and every stone holds the secrets of centuries.
08:40-10:50 Sightseeing tour of Sortavala.
Narrow streets decorated with carved architraves, ancient buildings that seem to have descended from paintings by artists — all this will take you to an era where time slows down.
You will learn how the "Karelians", the indigenous inhabitants of this region, lived, and feel their tenacity and resilience in the face of harsh but majestic nature.
10:57 Departure by the Ruskeala Express retro train. This is not just a trip, but a real journey through time, where every minute is filled with the exquisite charm of the past.
12:05 Arrival at Ruskeala Mountain Park. The Marble Canyon is waiting for you — a masterpiece created by nature and human hands.
Sheer cliffs reflected in emerald waters, tunnels that hold the secrets of centuries — here every corner breathes grandeur and harmony.
You will hear the "stone singing" (as the locals call the echo in the canyon), and you will feel time freeze so that you can enjoy this moment.
12:30 Marble Canyon tour.
You will learn how marble was quarried for St. Isaac's Cathedral and the Marble Palace, stroll through the "Dry Tunnel" and see how craftsmen create unique souvenirs from stone, turning it into works of art.
Note: during the winter period, the program is adapted for a short daylight period with an emphasis on evening lighting of the Marble Canyon.
Free time in Ruskeala Mountain Park.
18:00 Return by bus to Sortavala Railway Station.
20:52 Departure of the train to Moscow.
Note: during the summer period, our program is specially adapted to take into account the long daylight hours.
We offer a flexible schedule that includes: the Ahinkoski Nature Complex with mesmerizing rapids; the historic Paaso Mountain with stunning views.
Important! A visit to the Ahinkoski Waterfalls and Mount Paaso is not included in the base price of the program and is organized separately for interested participants. This format allows each participant to independently plan their holidays and choose additional activities according to their personal preferences.
17:00 Return by bus to Sortavala Railway Station.
20:52 Departure of the train to Moscow.