Two autumn days in Karelia. Ruskeala — Mount Sampo — Marcial waters — Girvas — Kivach

We invite you to take a trip to Karelia, a land where amazing waterfalls, ancient legends and healing springs await you.

You will be captured by an intense two-day adventure, during which you will be able to see the beauty of the Akhinkoski waterfalls and Marble Canyon in the Ruskeala Mountain Park, climb Mount Sampo and visit the Marcial Waters resort. You will also go towards the village of Girvas and see the Kivach waterfall.

This trip is a great way to enjoy the fresh air, learn more about the history of Karelia and get a boost of energy.

The program can start any day upon prior request.

Location

Petrozavodsk
from
$296
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Duration
2 Days
1 Night
Departures
  • Group departures
    • 25 – 26 June
    • 2 – 3 July
    • 12 – 13 July
    • 15 – 16 July
or
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Basic+
Difficulty
Moderate
Involves moderate physical activity
Group
From 1 to 20 tourists
Minimum age
1 years old
Group meet at
Petrozavodsk
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Majestic Mountain Park
Visit the famous Ruskeala Park with its picturesque marble canyon
Spectacular waterfalls
Discover the splendor of the Akhinkoski, Kivach and Girvas waterfalls, and also see where the filming of the film "And the dawns here are quiet ..." took place.
Memorable shots
You will visit many unusual locations where you can take interesting photos.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival in Petrozavodsk. The cross of sorrow. The Akhinkoski Waterfalls complex. Ruskeala Mountain Park

    Welcome to Petrozavodsk, the capital of Karelia. The port of the five seas, located on the shores of Europe's second largest freshwater reservoir, Lake Onega.

    08:45 Meeting with the guide. Meeting place: Petrozavodsk, Yeremeyeva St., 1. Departure for the excursion program.

    We are leaving Petrozavodsk by a comfortable bus. The journey will take about 3.5-4 hours.

    09:00 Departure from Petrozavodsk.

    12:00 Stop at the Cross of Sorrow.

    Our path passes through the Valley of Heroes. Fierce battles took place in these places during the Winter War of 1939-1940 between the USSR and Finland. We will stop at the monument — the Cross of Sorrow, which is dedicated to these events.

    12:50 Visit to the Akhinkoski Waterfalls complex.

    The next stop is the waterfalls of Akhinkoski (Ruskealsky). Let's look at the place where the legendary Soviet film "And the dawns here are quiet ..." was shot, and take a photo. For an additional fee (500 rubles/adult, 400 rubles/children, students, pensioners) you can walk along the eco-trail with hanging bridges over waterfalls.

    14:00 Ruskeala Marble Canyon Walking Tour (1 hour).

    Upon arrival at the Ruskeala Mountain Park, we will have an excursion around the bowl of the marble canyon and a guide's story about the history of this unique place. Previously, marble was mined here, which was used for various purposes, including for decorating buildings and palaces in St. Petersburg. Then the quarry was flooded and turned into a beautiful location. The walls of white-gray stone framed by tall fir trees contrast with the bright turquoise water.

    15:00-17:00 Free time.

    Gorgeous views, trails, caves, entertainment — there is everything for tourists here. In summer, for an additional fee, you can visit the underground route, go boating, fly on the zip line, and go diving. There are several cafes in the park where you can have lunch in your free time.

    By 17:30 we will meet at the bus and head back to Petrozavodsk.

    Please note! Advance booking of additional services in the mountain park is not possible! Tickets for the underground route, boat rentals, bungee jumping, diving, and zip-line rides are available on site. We cannot guarantee availability for additional excursions. The cost of services and excursions is available on the official website of the Ruskeala Mountain Park.

    17:30 Departure to Petrozavodsk.

    19:00 Technical stop.

    Return to Petrozavodsk.

    Check-in at a city hotel.

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  • Day 2 - Mount Sampo. Marcial waters. Girvas paleovolcano. Kivach Waterfall
Difficulty
Involves moderate physical activity

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Basic+

The tour includes accommodation in a hotel in Petrozavodsk. All hotels are of the same class with a central location.

The cost of the tour for 1 person with double occupancy:

  • adult – 23,200 rubles;
  • children under 12 years old – 21,200 rubles.

The possible placement options are shown below. The accommodation will depend on the availability of available places in the specified hotels.

Cosmos Petrozavodsk 4 Hotel* or The PITER INN 4* or 1 night
Cosmos Petrozavodsk 4 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, a wardrobe, a desk, an armchair, bedside tables, a coffee table, and 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.

You can hold a seminar or a business meeting in an equipped conference room with appliances.

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.

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Another option
The PITER INN 4*

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. Culinary workshops are organized for guests, both banquet and buffet services are possible.

Business meetings, conferences and trainings are held in the equipped conference hall. The staff will organize a business meeting of any format and will take into account all the details and nuances.

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

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Hotel Bag of Impressions 4*

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. Some rooms have a sauna and a kitchenette. You can book rooms with a view of the courtyard or the city.

A buffet breakfast is served every morning, featuring various dishes made from organic products.

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.

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The Fregat 4 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.

Meals are served at the restaurant, which offers the largest selection of steaks and fish dishes in the entire city.

There are several conference rooms specially equipped for business people, which are perfect for organizing both small and large-scale events.

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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Karelia 4 Hotel*

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. In addition to accommodation, the hotel organizes excursions and SPA tours with relaxing programs. A swimming pool, a restaurant, a sauna, parking and other services are available for hotel guests. 

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 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.

The hotel can host a business event of any format, with a variety of modern equipment available in the hotel's conference room. The hotel staff can help guests organize sightseeing tours.

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

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Severnaya 4 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 such as free Wi-Fi, luggage storage and a gym. On our official website, you can book a room at the Severnaya Hotel in Petrozavodsk at favorable prices.

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. Everything is prepared exclusively from fresh ingredients.

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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Tour conditions

Group
From 1 to 20 tourists
Minimum age
1 years old
Duration
2 days 1 night
Group meets at
Petrozavodsk

Included in price

  • accommodation in a city hotel;
  • bus transportation service;
  • The guide's job;
  • entrance fees (Ruskeala Mountain Park, Sampo Mountain, Girvas volcano, Kivach Waterfall);
  • Marble Canyon Guided Mountain Park Sightseeing Tour;
  • meals specified in the program (breakfast on day 2).

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Petrozavodsk and back;
  • eco-trail walk with hanging bridges over waterfalls:
    • adults – 500 rubles/person.;
    • children, students, pensioners – 400 rubles/person.;
  • meals not specified in the program;
  • insurance.

It's important to know

Are plane tickets included in the price of the tour?

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

Is insurance included in the price of the tour?

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