The stories and secrets of medieval Vyborg. Christmas Trip

The sea romance of Kronstadt, the historical appearance of Vyborg, mysterious bays and the magnificent nature of the Karelian Isthmus are waiting for you. 

You will be able to walk along the ancient streets, taste a real Vyborg pretzel, and even go on an amazing journey through time with an excursion through the Monrepos rock park.

Location

Russia, Saint Petersburg
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Duration
2 days
1 night
Departures
27 - 28 Jun
4 - 5 Jul
11 - 12 Jul
18 - 19 Jul
1 - 2 Aug
15 - 16 Aug
22 - 23 Aug
12 - 13 Sep
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Upscale
  • Premium
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
From 8 to 50 tourists
Minimum age
5 years old
Group meet at
Russia, Saint Petersburg
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Tour highlights

The Medieval spirit
Visit Vyborg Castle and be transported back to the days of knights and battles
Delicious tastings
The taste of pretzel and the aroma of glega will make your trip even more atmospheric and cozy
The Mysterious Kronstadt
Immerse yourself in the history of the Russian navy and visit the majestic Naval Cathedral

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Meeting. Kronstadt. Walking tour of the center of Vyborg. Participation in the "Manor Pretzel" program

    Arrival in Saint Petersburg.

    09:30 Meeting with the guide at the monument to Peter the Great at the Moscow railway Station, St. Petersburg.

    Transfer to Kronstadt. Sightseeing tour of Kronstadt. Kronstadt is the smallest district of St. Petersburg. A city on the island of Kotlin, whose history began with a fortress on the water — Fort Kronshlot.

    We will visit the pearl of Kronstadt — St. Nicholas Naval Cathedral: the last and largest of the naval cathedrals built in the Russian Empire.

    13:00 Lunch for an additional fee (950 rubles)

    14:00 Transfer to Vyborg. A guided tour that tells about the historical events and nature of the Karelian Isthmus. Arrival in Vyborg.

    16:00 Walking tour of the center of Vyborg. Every era and culture has left its own vivid impressions on the city. On the narrow, cobblestone streets side by side: the oldest stone house in Russia, which has been inhabited by ordinary citizens for 400 years.

    And also the witch's house; various towers: Sentry, Round, Town halls; burgher's houses, knight's, merchant's; schools: Russian, Finnish, Swedish.

    There are three cascaded squares, each with its own church: Cathedral Square with an Orthodox one, Theater Square with a Lutheran one, and Market Square with "temples" of commerce and banks; and in the middle is the Vyborg tramway. Krasnaya and Sigovaya squares, although not neighbors, but two Russian rulers "live" there.

    Bears, squirrels, goat's heads, sheep's heads and rich floral ornaments — all these and other inhabitants of the northern territory on the portals and facades of the creations of the Art Nouveau era we will see on the streets of Vyborg.

    Visit the Castle Island, where the medieval knightly Vyborg Castle is located.

    Vyborg Castle is a symbol of the city, its heart and core. It was from him that the difficult history of the city and people began, and all roads in Vyborg lead to the Castle. Vyborg Castle will be 732 years old in 2025.

    The castle towers meet us as witnesses of the legend of the deep antiquity: the tallest in South Karelia is the tower of St. Olaf, the most unusual with a Heavenly name. Artifacts of maritime archaeology-Swedish anchor and cannon from 1790

    Real medieval walls in a cozy courtyard. And each of us can witness a different, museum and cultural-historical life of the ancient castle.

    18:30 Participation in the interactive program "Manor pretzel". A burgher, a rich Swedish citizen, will meet you and treat you to the famous Vyborg pretzel. You will be transformed into the heroes of medieval Vyborg and glegg tasting.

    After the program, you can visit the manor itself, where you can buy souvenirs, take pictures with dolls of the owners of the Carriage House, and the Louhi witch.

    19:30 Accommodation. Free time.

    Recommended cafes for dinner: "Champion", "Medieval tavern", "Espila", "Borchard's", panoramic restaurant "Taste".

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  • Day 2 - Monrepos Park, pretzel baking workshop, Alvar Aalto Library
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Upscale
  • Premium

The tour provides accommodation in comfortable hotels in Vyborg to choose from.

Vyborg 3* Breakfast buffet. AddressLeningradsky Prospekt, 19. The hotel is located in the center of Vyborg, a 15-minute walk from Vyborg Castle:

Room categoryPrice validity period (by date of arrival)An adult in the main seatSingle occupancyAn adult in an extra seat
Economy Room with Two Single Beds03.01.2026-07.01.20261260014500-
Standard Room with Two single Beds03.01.2026-07.01.2026129501525010650

Friendship 3*. Breakfast buffet. Address: Zheleznodorozhnaya St., 5. The hotel is located in the central part of the city on the picturesque shore of the bay. It offers: a conference room, a sauna with a swimming pool, 2 restaurants:

Room categoryPrice validity period (by date of arrival)An adult in the main seatSingle occupancyAn adult in an extra seat
Standard Room with Two single Beds03.01.2026-07.01.2026132501585011850
Superior Room with a double Bed03.01.2026-07.01.2026138501705011850
Superior Room with Two Single Beds03.01.2026-07.01.2026138501705011850

Discount for children under 16 years old: 400 rubles .

Discount for retired children of the Russian Federation (if you have a pension certificate on the tour): 300 rubles .

Vyborg 3* or Friendship 3* 1 night
Vyborg 3*

The pet-friendly Vyborg Hotel is located in the center of Vyborg, a 15-minute walk from the 13th-century Vyborg Castle. It offers free Wi-Fi in public areas and a 24-hour front desk.

The bright, classic rooms are decorated in warm colours and feature a TV and a private bathroom.

The restaurant serves European cuisine. Guests can enjoy a variety of drinks at the lobby bar. The summer cafe serves delicious Uzbek dishes.

Vyborgsky Train Station is just a 5-minute walk away. Pulkovo International Airport is 175 km away.

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Another option
Friendship 3*

Druzhba Hotel is located in Vyborg, on the coast of Vyborg Bay. Free Wi-Fi is available.

Each room comes with a TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries.

Guests can relax in the sauna and dine in the restaurant or on the hotel's terrace. There is also a 24-hour front desk and luggage storage.

Vyborg Bus Station is 250 metres from the hotel, while Vyborg Train Station is 500 metres away.

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Tour conditions

Group
From 8 to 50 tourists
Minimum age
5 years old
Duration
2 days 1 night
Group meets at
Russia, Saint Petersburg

Included in price

  • habitation;
  • meals included in the program: buffet breakfast, 2 lunches for those who ordered half board (1,900 rubles for 2 lunches) – to be ordered in advance;
  • guided tours and daily transportation services according to the program;
  • guide support;
  • Headphones are provided free of charge for more comfortable listening to the guide.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to St. Petersburg and back;
  • meals outside the selected tariff: 2 lunches – 1900 rubles. If hot meals are important to guests, we recommend ordering lunches in advance, since there is a shortage of seats in cafes and restaurants in Vyborg during the holidays;
  • excursions and services not included in the tour program;
  • personal expenses.

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 Leave a review

  • S
    Svetlana
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    5 Jun, 2026
    I really enjoyed the tour, even despite the snowfall. The itinerary was packed with activities and experiences - so much so that by the second day we were feeling pleasantly tired. The lunches were excellent, and we were glad we chose to include them. The organization was outstanding, and our guide, Nelli, was wonderful. She shared a wealth of interesting information and presented it in a way that kept everyone engaged throughout the trip. The Druzhba Hotel was quite good overall. The breakfasts offered a wide variety of dishes, and the location was convenient, not far from the city center. There was also a supermarket nearby, which was very handy. A few practical notes for future travelers: standard rooms are equipped with 2 separate beds rather than 1 large bed. Slippers and bathrobes are not provided. A hairdryer was available, but the complimentary shower gel and shampoo packets were quite small .
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    Sebastian Constantin Egerer
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    28 Apr, 2026
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    I greatly appreciate that it was possible to visit the Russian Federation in these turbulent times.
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    Tatiana
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    10 Apr, 2026
    I enjoyed the trip!