Legendary Karelia. Bus tour from Perm

A day on the road.

Watching movies on the way.

Breakfast on the way (extra charge)

11:00 Arrival in the village of Kindasovo.

The village of Kindasovo, whose name translates from Karelian as "Rukavitsyno", is famous for its Kindasi owners.

These people are known for their simplicity and bad luck, and there are legends and tales about them all over Karelia.

Stories about them are passed down from generation to generation to the guests of Kindasovo.

On the territory of the village there is a unique museum dedicated to the religious buildings of the ancient Sami, as well as the world's first monument to mittens.

Everyone who touches it is promised good luck and success.

Ethnographic program:

• Guided tour of Bayek Avenue with interactive activities (you will hear the very ones);
• a concert at the village Philharmonic;
• get acquainted with the musical culture of Karelia, national instruments of kantele, jouhikko, etc.;

12:30 Kindasa lunch.

13:00-14:00 Transfer to Petrozavodsk.

14:00-16:00 Meeting with a guide in Petrozavodsk.

Discover Petrozavodsk, a city where history comes to life at every turn!

During a sightseeing tour of Petrozavodsk, you will learn about the main attractions of the city, its historical and cultural heritage, as well as significant monuments and architectural monuments.

You will also get to know interesting facts about local traditions and learn about the natural beauties surrounding the city.

16.00 Check-in at the hotel.

Free time.

Breakfast.

Free day.

Additionally, you can purchase: a trip to Kizhi Island.

Embark on an exciting journey through the picturesque expanses of Lake Onega to the pearl of Russian wooden architecture — Kizhi Island.

Here you will be immersed in the atmosphere of the ancient Kizhi cemetery, where every building breathes history, and nature fascinates with its pristine beauty.

The unique architecture, legends of the past and stunning landscapes will make this trip truly unforgettable!

Cost: 8,200 rubles/adult.

Included: tickets for the comet motor ship, entrance ticket and island tour, transportation service Buy tickets in advance! The number of seats is limited.

Breakfast.

09:00 Departure.

10:00-12:00 Excursion to the Marcial Waters.

This is the first Russian resort founded by Peter the Great on the basis of ferruginous mineral springs.

The tsar himself visited and was treated here 4 times.

In the middle of the last century, a museum dedicated to the history of the resort was opened.

You will visit the Church of St. Peter the Apostle of the 18th century, the caretaker's house with a unique historical exposition and taste the water from three healing springs.

12:00-13:00 Lunch.

13:00-14:00 Transfer to Kivach Nature Reserve.

14:00-16:00 Excursion to Kivach waterfall.

Karelia's most famous waterfall, it has long become a local calling card and attracts thousands of tourists every year.

People flock to Kivach to appreciate its power and strength, because it is the second largest flat waterfall in Europe.

To hear the age-old movement of stormy water and learn the beautiful legend of the waterfall.

In the reserve you will see the famous Karelian birch and visit the small but cozy “Nature Museum".

16:00 Departure to Sortavala.

20:00 Check-in at the hotel.

Free time.

Breakfast.

Room release.

08:00 Departure to the Northern Ladoga region, to the Ruskeala Mountain Park.

09:00 Marble Canyon tour.

Huge white-gray rocks rising vertically from the turquoise surface of the water do not leave anyone indifferent.

The stone for the architectural masterpieces of St. Petersburg has been mined here for centuries.

A visit to the park will begin with a sightseeing tour, during which you will be shown all the viewing platforms with the best views of the Marble Canyon.

They will tell you about how marble was mined and where it was used.

Transfer to the city of Sortavala.

11:30-13:00 Free time for a walk and lunch.

13:30-14:00 Transfer to Paaso settlement.

This is not just a journey, but an immersion deep into the centuries, into a world where nature and history are intertwined into a single whole.

As the sun rises, the top of the mountain is clothed in soft golden rays, and Lake Karmalanyarvi sparkles, reflecting the celestial shades.

The aromas of centuries-old forests hover around, which, like guardians, protect the ancient secrets of Karelian ancestors.

The ancient settlement, spread out on dry ground with an area of about 1000 square meters.

From the height of the cliffs, peaceful views open up, as if preserving the spirit of antiquity that permeates every stone of this mysterious place.

14:30-16:00 Sortavala city tour.

The architecture of Sortavala can be called the “encyclopedia of northern Art Nouveau".

If the weather is good, you will walk to Vaccosalmi Park, climb to the observation decks of Mount Kuhavuori, from where you can enjoy views of the city, the bay and the islands.

16:00-18:00 Free time.

18:00 is the approximate time of departure to Perm.

A day on the road.

Watching movies on the way.

11:00-15:00 Estimated time of arrival in Perm.