To Karelia for the May weekend

Discover the stunning nature of Karelia during these May holidays! We invite you to an unforgettable journey full of emotions and impressions!

You will get acquainted with the capital of Karelia, visit the Marcial Waters resort, Kivach Waterfall and visit the Ruskeala Mountain Park. And also get the opportunity to ride the Ruskeala Express retro train.

Location

Petrozavodsk
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$238
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Duration
2 Days
1 Night
Departures
  • Group departures
or
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Upscale
  • Premium
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 30 tourists
Minimum age
7 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 history of Petrozavodsk
Explore the historical center, the Governor's Park and the monument to Peter the Great.
Marcial waters
Visit the first Russian resort and taste the waters from three springs, as well as visit the Church of St. Peter the Apostle.
Ruskeala Mountain Park
You will see the Marble Canyon, which was formed on the site of an abandoned quarry for the extraction of stone

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - The first Russian resort "Marcial waters" – Girvas volcano – Kivach Waterfall"

    We meet our dear guests at the Petrozavodsk railway station.

    Arrival by train No. 18 (~ 07:50).

    The guide greets you with a sign saying "May holidays".

    Tourists arriving on earlier trains or on their own transport approach the meeting place.

    Breakfast in a cozy cafe.

    Tourists arriving by train No. 92A (~at 10:00) will be met at the railway station.

    In this case, tourists have breakfast on their own.

    10:30 Departure for a country tour of the first Russian resort "Marcial waters" – volcano Girvas – Kivach waterfall (duration about 8 hours).

    An introduction to the interesting history of the Marcial Waters resort, founded by Peter the Great in the 18th century. Tasting of water from three healing springs. Inspection of the Church of St. St. Peter the Apostle, built in 1721 according to the drawings of the emperor himself.

    Next, the route lies to the area of the village of Girvas, where the remains of Karelia's oldest volcano, which is about 3 billion years old, are located. Petrified lava flows can be observed in the drained riverbed of the Suna River.

    And if we're lucky, we'll see an amazing sight – the spring spillway at the Girvassky hydroelectric power station.

    The height of the falling water is about 32 meters. A truly fascinating event that usually takes place only once a year during the May holidays.

    Lunch.

    The final stop of the excursion day is the Kivach Nature Reserve.

    In the reserve you will admire the Kivach waterfall, the most famous in Karelia. He is praised in Russian poetry as the "northern hero".

    Here you will also see the Karelian birch, the famous "cinderella" of the northern forests, get acquainted with the arboretum collection and the Nature museum.

    Return to Petrozavodsk.

    Accommodation at the selected hotel after the end of the excursion program.

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  • Day 2 - Ruskeala Mountain Park
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Upscale
  • Premium

The tour includes accommodation in a hotel in Petrozavodsk.

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

PlacementCost

Karelia 4* Spa Hotel

breakfast buffet

19,200 rubles/person. – in a 2-bed dbl room (no extra space required)

20,200 rubles/person. – in a 2-bed Junior Suite 
 (1 extra bed is possible in the room)

22,000 rubles/person. – in a 1-bed room

16,500 rubles/person - in an additional place

Peter Inn 4* Hotel

breakfast buffet

19,200 rubles/person – in a 2-bed standard double room

23,300 rubles/person – 1-bed accommodation in a standard room

16,500 rubles/person – in an additional place

 

Hotel "Severnaya" 4*

breakfast buffet

21,300 rubles/person – in a 2-bed suite room

22,700 rubles/person – in a 1-bed room

17,900 rubles/person – in an additional place

Discounts:

  • child under 7 years old — 1000 rubles/person.;
  • a child of 8-16 years — 700 rubles / person.
Hotel Severnaya 4* or Peter Inn Hotel 4* or 1 night
Hotel Severnaya 4*

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

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 scenic parks for long walks.

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Peter Inn Hotel 4*

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.

The hotel has conference facilities. Guests can use the laundry service.

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Karelia Spa Hotel 4*

Karelia 4* Spa Hotel is one of the best representatives of hotel service in Petrozavodsk. It 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 comes with a shower and toiletries.

It offers 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.

The hotel can host a business event of any format, with a variety of modern equipment available in the hotel's conference room. 

The train station is 2.1 km from Karelia Hotel, while Petrozavodsk Airport is 21 km away.

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Tour conditions

Group
up to 30 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Duration
2 days 1 night
Group meets at
Petrozavodsk

Included in price

  • accommodation in the selected hotel (1 night in Petrozavodsk);
  • meals according to the program (2 breakfasts, 2 lunches);
  • Kivach Nature Reserve tour;
  • Marcial waters;
  • Girvas Volcano Tour;
  • Ruskeala Mountain Park Tour;
  • transportation services according to the program;
  • the guide and accompanying person work for 2 days.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Petrozavodsk and back from Sortavala / Petrozavodsk;
  • meals not included in the price of the tour;
  • The Ruskeala Express retro train.

It's important to know

Is insurance included in the price of the tour?

Insurance is not included in the tour program. You can purchase additional travel insurance on the website of a Large Country without commission directly from insurance companies.

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Reviews

  • I
    Irina
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    10 Apr, 2025
    Every detail of the trip was carefully planned, we were absolutely thrilled!! The food was fantastic too! Thank you!
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    Svetlana
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    6 Nov, 2024
    A wonderful trip with our fantastic guide, Lyudmila, who was with us every step of the way. Everything was quick, well-organized and professional. Thank you!