White nights in Karelia. An abbreviated program

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Most travelers associate white nights with St. Petersburg. However, the Karelian Republic is located much further north, so the sun does not go completely below the horizon and emits a certain amount of light.

This time of picturesque landscapes is not for nothing considered the most romantic and curious period of the year among the many tourists seeking to visit the region in summer.

Of course, locals appreciate this unique opportunity no less than visitors, and therefore during the white nights in Karelia you can not only admire the surrounding landscapes, but also attend various events specially timed to this time.

You can find the extended version of the tour at the link https://bolshayastrana.com/arhangelskaya-oblast/belye-nochi-v-karelii-obzornyj-tur-1749 .

Location

Petrozavodsk

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Tour highlights

Petrozavodsk

Let's plunge into the friendly atmosphere of the northern city – the capital of Karelia

Kizhi

We will visit the island, which is the "calling card" not only of Karelia, but also of Russia

Kivach Waterfall

We will see one of the largest flat waterfalls in Europe

"Marcial waters"

We will visit the first Russian resort, founded by Peter the Great in 1719.

Excursions to choose from

We will visit Valaam Island, Ruskeala Mountain Park or go for a short rafting trip along the Shuya River

Itinerary

Day 1 - Meeting, tour of the capital of Karelia and Kizhi Island
07:50 Meeting in Petrozavodsk at the railway station at the 9th car of the train No. 18 Moscow-Petrozavodsk.

Breakfast in a cafe in the city.

Sightseeing tour of the capital of Karelia and a walk along the Onega embankment.
We invite you to plunge into the friendly atmosphere of the northern city – the capital of Karelia – the city of Petrozavodsk. On the sightseeing tour, you will see the beautiful embankment of Lake Onega, where you will find the "Tree of Desires" and other avant-garde sculptures donated to the city by the twin cities. Be sure to take a look at the Governor's Park!

Excursion to Kizhi Island.
Ride on the "comet" (1 hour 20 min. along Lake Onega). Kizhi Island is a "calling card" not only of Karelia, but also of Russia. The unique ensemble of the Churchyard is known all over the world, and every year the flow of tourists wishing to visit the island is only growing! An excursion program through the museum-reserve with a visit to the Church of the Intercession and ethnographic expositions.

Return to Petrozavodsk.
Accommodation at the hotel.
Free time.

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Day 2 - Free day. Excursion to Valaam Island and Ruskeala Mountain Park
A buffet breakfast is served in the hotel restaurant.
A free day to relax.
If desired, you can spend the day on your own or sign up for an excursion for an additional fee.
Additionally:
1. Excursion to Valaam Island and the Russian Mountain Park (except for arrival from July 26, 2024, booked and paid for when buying the tour).
Early rise.
Breakfast with a lunch box.
06:00 Departure by bus to Sortavala (280 km).
Departure by meteor to Valaam Island (45 minutes on Lake Ladoga).
Arrival at the monastery bay.
Sightseeing tour of the central estate of the monastery with a visit to the Transfiguration Cathedral, chapels, cell buildings, household and hotel buildings.
Lunch in the monastery refectory.
Transfer to Nikonovskaya Bay.
Visiting the Resurrection and Gethsemane skeets.
Return to Sortavala.
Excursion to the Ruskeala Mountain Park – Marble Canyon, duration (1 hour 15 minutes)
Marble mining was started here in 1769 by decree of Catherine II to decorate the famous buildings of St. Petersburg: the Marble Palace, St. Isaac's Cathedral, the Mariinsky Palace, etc.
Return to the hotel.
Attention: the water excursion to Valaam Island will take place under favorable weather conditions!
2. Excursion to the Ruskeala Mountain Park – "Marble Canyon" (except for arrival from July 26, 2024, booked and paid for when buying the tour, duration – 1 hour 15 minutes).
09:00 Departure from Petrozavodsk.
The park was established in 2005 on the basis of a unique monument of Russia's industrial heritage – the Ruskeala marble quarry.
21:00 Arrival in Petrozavodsk.
3. Rafting on the Shuya River (booked and paid for when buying a tour).
09:45 meeting with the instructor at the Peter Inn hotel.
Departure for rafting.
You must have: spare clothes, shoes (shoes must be of a sporty type - sneakers, sneakers, light summer shoes such as "flip-flops" are allowed, but with a fixed back). In case of rain, a rain cape.
Departure to the beginning of the rafting of M. Yumanishki.
Safety instructions.
The issue of equipment (saved. vests, paddles).
Rafting on the Shuya River, 8 km.
Arrival in the town of Polyana, delivery of equipment, changing clothes.
Picnic by the campfire.
16:00 Return to Petrozavodsk.
4. A trip to Ruskeala Mountain Park for the Ruskeala symphony Music Festival (only on arrival from July 26, 2024, tickets for the festival are purchased separately).

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Day 3 - Marcial Waters Resort, Kivach Waterfall
Buffet breakfast in the hotel restaurant. Room release.
Departure for the excursion program.

A trip to the first Russian resort "Marcial Waters", founded by Peter the Great in 1719. Inspection of the Church of St. Peter the Apostle (1721), tasting of water from famous natural springs.
Excursion to the Girvas volcano.
Another attraction of the Republic of Karelia that cannot be ignored is the ancient Girvas volcano. If you are lucky enough to visit it at the moment when the floodgates of the dam are open, you can see with your own eyes a fascinating sight – a huge waterfall, much larger than Kivacha.
Actually, Girvas was a waterfall before the construction of the hydroelectric power station. The stormy foaming stream rushing down from a great height will make an indelible impression on everyone who is lucky enough to see it with their own eyes.
Inspection of the exposed part of the Volcano Girvas crater.
Scientists are undoubtedly confident that this is the oldest surviving crater on earth. According to some sources, it is 2 billion years old, according to others - at least 3 billion years old...
Visit Kivach Waterfall, one of the largest flat waterfalls in Europe. You will also visit the arboretum, the decoration and pride of which are the famous Karelian birches.
Karelian birch is a tree to which nature has given the amazing beauty of wood, reminiscent of marble in its pattern. Even in the 21st century, there is debate among scientists about the origin of this amazing tree.

Return to Petrozavodsk to the railway station by 17:00.

Farewell to the guide. See you soon!
Departure:
to Moscow – train No.17A Petrozavodsk-Moscow at 21:50;
to St. Petersburg - train No. 805H ("Swallow") Petrozavodsk-St. Petersburg at 18:00.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Tour organizer's comments

We recommend traveling with children from 7 years old, as there are large bus crossings on the tour – up to 300 km in one direction.

Accommodation

Hotel

2 nights

Comfort

Premium

The tour includes accommodation at the Piter Inn 4* hotel.

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

	Double room*	Single room	Additional place
Adult	25100	29700	21800
Child under 16 years old	23600	-	20300

When choosing a double room, tell the manager which room is required: with two single beds or one double bed.

Piter Inn Hotel 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 is equipped with a hairdryer.

The Paulaner Restaurant with its own brewery serves Bavarian, local and international cuisine. The cafe serves European cuisine, desserts and coffee.

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

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 50 tourists

Minimum age

7 years old

Duration

3 days 2 nights

Group meets at

Petrozavodsk

Included in price

Accommodation: 2 nights;
Meals: 3 breakfasts;
transportation services along the route;
the work of a guide;
entrance tickets for excursions;
city tour of Petrozavodsk;
Kizhi Island tour;
excursion to the Kivach waterfall;
visit to the Kivach Nature Reserve Museum;
visit to the arboretum of Karelian birch on the territory of the Kivach Nature Reserve;
excursion to the Marcial Waters resort.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Petrozavodsk and back;
meals not specified in the tour program;
excursion to Valaam Island and Ruskeala Mountain Park (except for arrival from July 26, booked and paid for when buying the tour)
- adults — 12,500 rubles/person.;
- children under 12 years old inclusive — 9,500 rubles/person.;
excursion to Ruskeala (except check-in from July 26):
- adults — 4,000 rubles/person.;
- children under 16 years old — 3,600 rubles/person.;
a trip to Ruskeala Mountain Park for the Ruskeala Symphony Music Festival (only for arrivals from July 26) — tickets for the festival are purchased separately (the cost is specified);
alloy:
- adults — 2,700 rubles/person.;
- children under 14 years old inclusive — 2,500 rubles/person.

It's important to know

It is necessary to have with you: spare clothes, shoes.

Shoes should be of a sporty type – sneakers, sneakers, light summer shoes such as "flip-flops" are allowed, but with a fixed back.

In case of rain, a rain cape.

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White nights in Karelia. An abbreviated program

Location

Tour highlights

Itinerary

Accommodation

Tour conditions

Included in price

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It's important to know

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