The colors of the North. Weekends in Karelia

Spend an exciting weekend in Karelia!

You will visit hospitable Petrozavodsk, go to the legendary Kizhi Island, see Mount Sampo and the impressive Girvas volcano, the Marcial Waters resort and the majestic Kivach Waterfall.

You can also complement your trip with a visit to the Ruskeala Mountain Park, rafting on the Shuya River or an excursion program at the Dvor Halla location.

Location

Petrozavodsk
from
$508
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Duration
3 days
2 nights
Departures
5 - 7 Jun
12 - 14 Jun
19 - 21 Jun
26 - 28 Jun
3 - 5 Jul
10 - 12 Jul
17 - 19 Jul
24 - 26 Jul
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Premium
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
From 2 to 50 tourists
Minimum age
5 years old
Group meet at
Petrozavodsk
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

The legendary Kizhi Island
Visit the museum of wooden architecture, in the center of which there is a magnificent ensemble of the Kizhi Pogost.
The capital of Karelia
Get to know the history of Petrozavodsk, as well as its modern appearance
A vacation to suit your taste
Get the opportunity to complement your trip with a visit to Ruskeala Mountain Park or rafting on Shuya

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - A tour of Petrozavodsk. A trip to Kizhi Island

    Upon arrival of train No. 18— a meeting with a guide at the Petrozavodsk railway station under the steeple from the platform side, a sign "Colors of the North".

    Breakfast in a cafe in the city.

    Bus sightseeing tour of Petrozavodsk and a walking tour of the unique open-air museum of Modern Art (sculpture exhibit on the embankment of Lake Onega).

    During the tour, you will get acquainted with the history of the city, as well as its modern appearance.

    You will explore historical squares, visit the Governor's Park, Alexander Nevsky Cathedral and walk along the embankment of Lake Onega.

    A trip by "Comet" to Kizhi Island (1 hour 20 min. along Lake Onega. On the island — 4 hours).

    Kizhi Island is the pearl of Zaonezhye, located among the Kizhi skerries.

    The main attraction of the island is the museum of wooden architecture, in the center of which is the ensemble of the Kizhi cemetery.

    During the island tour, you will visit a traditional peasant's house, learn a lot about Karelian crafts and traditions, listen to the bells and see one of the main Orthodox shrines of the Russian North — the Church of the Resurrection of Lazarus.

    Return to Petrozavodsk.

    Accommodation at the Karelia Spa Hotel (standard rooms with amenities).

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  • Day 2 - Free day or guided tours for an additional fee
  • Day 3 - Mount Sampo. The resort "Marcial Waters". The ancient volcano Girvas. Kivach Nature Reserve
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Premium

The tour includes hotel accommodation.

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

Double room with amenities36 800
Single room with amenities42 500
Extra seat (euro pad)30 500

Discount for children under 16 years of age — 2,600 rubles.

Check-out time at the hotel: check-in after 15:00, check-out before 12:00.

Karelia SPA Hotel 2 nights

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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Tour conditions

Group
From 2 to 50 tourists
Minimum age
5 years old
Duration
3 days 2 nights
Group meets at
Petrozavodsk

Included in price

  • accommodation at the Karelia Spa Hotel;
  • sightseeing and transportation services;
  • meals according to the program — breakfast;
  • entrance tickets to sightseeing sites.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Petrozavodsk and back;
  • meals not included in the tour program;
  • Ruskeala Mountain Park Tour:
    • adult – 5100 RUB/person.;
    • pensioners – 4950 rubles/person.;
    • children under 16 years old – 4650 rubles/person.
  • rafting on the Shuya River:
    • adult – 3500 rubles/person.;
    • children under 14 years old – 3000 rubles/person.
  • excursion program to the Courtyard of Hull "Zhivaya Karelia" location:
    • adult – 3300 rubles/person.;
    • children under 17 years old – 2,900 rubles/person.
  • ecotropa at the Akhinkoski waterfalls – paid on the spot.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • an identity document in an airtight package (for children — a birth certificate).
  • compulsory medical insurance policy;
  • comfortable shoes — sneakers or sneakers;
  • waterproof, windproof jacket;
  • raincoat;
  • a warm sweater or a warm tracksuit (sweatshirt, pants);
  • sports trousers;
  • lightweight headdress;
  • bathing suit;
  • sunglasses;
  • personal hygiene items: soap, towel, toothbrush and toothpaste;
  • repellents and remedies for mosquito and tick bites;
  • personal first aid kit;
  • photo and video equipment and sealed packaging for them in case of rain;
  • a small backpack (20-30 l).
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Dates and Prices

  • $508
    5 – 7 Jun 3 days 2 nights
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  • $508
    12 – 14 Jun 3 days 2 nights
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  • $508
    19 – 21 Jun 3 days 2 nights
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  • $508
    26 – 28 Jun 3 days 2 nights
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  • $508
    3 – 5 Jul 3 days 2 nights
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Reviews Leave a review

  • OL
    Olga Ladigaeva
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    25 May, 2026
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    I really enjoyed everything, especially the opportunity to visit Kizhi and go dog sledding.
  • SS
    Svetlana Shibarshina
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    16 Oct, 2025
    Special thanks to our guide, Vera. She’s an excellent tour organizer and a very knowledgeable guide.
  • A
    Alexandra
    about provider
    29 May, 2025
    We went on the Reboot tour in Karelia and came away with so many positive emotions and impressions. The organization was excellent, everything ran smoothly with no delays or confusion. We always knew who was picking us up, where we were going, and when we’d be back. We've been on other trips, so we truly appreciate how well this one was managed, thank you for that. We really loved staying at the Verkhovye Hotel. It had such a warm, family-like atmosphere that it made us want to come back again. We returned home rested and in great spirits. Thank you.