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

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Discover Karelia, a land of picturesque waterfalls, ancient legends and healing springs.

An eventful two-day trip awaits you, during which you will be able to appreciate the beauty of the Akhinkoski waterfalls and Marble Canyon in the Ruskeala Mountain Park, visit Mount Sampo and visit the Marcial Waters resort, and also go towards the town of Girvas and see the Kivach waterfall. 

This tour is a great opportunity to enjoy the fresh air, touch the history and recharge with the power of nature.

Location

Petrozavodsk
from
$273
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Duration
2 days
1 night
Departures
5 - 6 Jun
6 - 7 Jun
7 - 8 Jun
8 - 9 Jun
9 - 10 Jun
10 - 11 Jun
11 - 12 Jun
12 - 13 Jun
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

The famous mountain park
Go to Ruskeala Mountain Park, where the walls of white-gray stone framed by tall fir trees contrast with the bright turquoise water.
Spectacular waterfalls
Get the opportunity to appreciate the beauty of the Akhinkoski and Kivach waterfalls, as well as visit the arboretum with samples of rare Karelian plants and the nature museum.
The legendary resort
Visit the Marcial Waters, where you can see the ancient wooden church and pavilions, as well as taste the water from four wells.

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.

    • 08:50 Meeting with the guide.
    • 09:00 Departure from Petrozavodsk.
    • 12:00 Stop at the Cross of Sorrow.
    • 12:50 Visit to the Akhinkoski Waterfalls complex.
    • 14:00 Ruskeala Marble Canyon Walking Tour (1 hour).
    • 15:00-17:00 Free time.
    • 17:30 Departure to Petrozavodsk.
    • 19:00 Technical stop.

    Please note! In the period from 05.05.2026 to 14.06.2026 inclusive, the departure for the program was postponed to 08:30.

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

    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.

    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 for adults and 400 rubles for children), you can walk along the ecotrope with suspension bridges over waterfalls.

    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. Gorgeous views, trails, caves, entertainment – there is everything for tourists here.

    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.

    Advance booking of additional services in the mountain park is not possible! Tickets for the underground route. We cannot guarantee availability for additional excursions. The cost of services and excursions is available on the official website of the Ruskeala Mountain Park.

    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 (the Cosmos Hotel is the priority hotel for accommodation on the tour). The option without placement is possible.

The hotels are located in the city center within walking distance from the embankment of Petrozavodsk, restaurants and entertainment centers, souvenir and grocery stores.

The program offers two options for participation: 

Comfort Package:

  • adult (single occupancy) – 28,900 rub.;
  • adult (double occupancy) – 19,950 rub.;
  • children under 12 years old – 19,200 rubles.

Package without accommodation "Standard":

  • adult – 13,200 rubles.;
  • children under 12 years old – 12 450 rubles.

This option is ideal for those who have already taken care of their accommodation and are ready to get to the start of the program on their own. 

Cosmos Petrozavodsk Hotel or The Severnaya Hotel or 1 night
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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Another option
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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Another option
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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Another option
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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Another option
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 1 to 20 tourists
Minimum age
1 years old
Duration
2 days 1 night
Group meets at
Petrozavodsk

Included in price

The Comfort package:

  • transfer to the start of the program;
  • 1 night in a city hotel 4*;
  • bus transportation service;
  • tour guide, entrance fees (Ruskeala Mountain Park, Mount Sampo, Girvas volcano, Kivach Waterfall);
  • Marble Canyon Guided Mountain Park Sightseeing Tour;
  • breakfast on day 2;
  • online support (curator of the group).

The "Standard" package:

  • bus transportation service;
  • The guide's job;
  • entrance fees (Ruskeala Mountain Park, Sampo Mountain, Girvas volcano, Kivach Waterfall);
  • Guided sightseeing tour of the Marble Canyon Mountain Park. online support (curator of the group). 

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Petrozavodsk and back;
  • eco-trail walk with hanging bridges over waterfalls:
    • adults – 500 rubles/person.;
    • children – 400 rubles/person.;
  • meals not specified in the program or specified "independently";
  • accommodation with breakfast on the second day and transfer to the starting point (when choosing the Standard fare);
  • 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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