Karelian winter weekend
The tour combines the most exciting winter activities such as dog-sledding or snowmobiling with an insightful visit to an authentic Karelian village.
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The tour combines the most exciting winter activities such as dog-sledding or snowmobiling with an insightful visit to an authentic Karelian village. Staying overnight in a cozy guest house hidden amidst the pinewood you’ll have a chance to relax and appreciate the tranquility of northern nature.
The tour is a perfect choice for family vacations. You may book an extra day to visit winter Kizhi. However, it's good to know that a hydrofoil from Petrozavodsk is available only when the ice has settled.
Estimated cost:
In the party of 4
381 €
In the party of 2
422 €
In the party of 4
381 €
In the party of 2
422 €
381 €
Tour duration:
2 days/1 nights
Season:
December - March
Destination:
Karelia
Experiences which you will never forget:
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Day 1
Snowmobile adventure
- 9 am Meet your driver at Petrozavodsk railway station
- Transfer to Karjala Park Hotel
- It is a perfect place to escape from dull Moscow winters and the hustle and bustle of city life. Staying in Scandinavian-style chalets on the bank of the Chuya river, take your time to enjoy peaceful walks through the pine forest.
- Free time for breakfast
- Experience a 4-hour snowmobile trip (70 km ride)
- The tour starts with a safety briefing. You'll select the necessary equipment and spend time practicing.
- Accompanied by your guide, you'll ride through the enchanting winter forest and stop to see frozen rivers and lakes. You'll have a hearty meal with hot tea by the fire.
- Upon arrival, you'll have free time to enjoy the tranquility of the Karelian forest, experience Russian banya, or book a masterclass for your children.
Day 2
Husky tour and Kinerma village
- After breakfast, join the kennel tour and meet the guest house's friendliest and the fluffiest inhabitants.
- After visiting the kennels, you'll proceed with a 3 km ride through the forest. Your guide will give you all the instructions and teach the primary language of interactions with dogs. You'll have an option of either being a passenger or practice a new skill of mushing.
- In the afternoon you'll visit a unique Kinerma village. This authentic village is an excellent spot to see how Karelians lived hundreds of years ago. During your visit, you'll meet the local museum's friendly owner, learn about the village's everyday life, try national dishes and learn how to cook traditional Karelian cuisine.
- You'll take a transfer back to Petrozavodsk to catch your overnight train to Moscow in the evening.
Customize your trip
Fixed price:
17€
Price per person in a group of 2
Master-classes
Take a master-class in a tent by the fire
Available on day 1
Fixed price:
112€
Price per person in a group of 2
Kizhi winter tour
Take an additional day to visit Kizhi island by hydrofoil. The tour is available when the ice layer on Lake Onego is reliable enough.
Available as Tour extention
Accomodation
Matrosy
Karjala park hotel
located between the village of Matrosy and the village of Polovina, 406th km of the Kola highway St. Petersburg - Murmansk
Inclusions
Meals
Lunch on day 1
Accomodation
1 night in a hotel
Transportation
Transfers from Petrozavodsk to your guest house and back
Activities
Snowmobile trip on day 1
3 km dog sledding on day 2
Visiting Kinerma village with a guide
3 km dog sledding on day 2
Visiting Kinerma village with a guide
Exclusions
Meals except for lunch on day 1
Transportation from Moscow/St Petersburg to Petrozavodsk
Transportation from Moscow/St Petersburg to Petrozavodsk
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03/02/2021
