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To Karelia

Moscow – Petrozavodsk – Sortavala – Vyborg – Moscow

4 days / 3 nights from $190 per person guided excursions included in tour packages

Spend the perfect weekend from Friday to Monday in the atmosphere of an exquisite journey, where the hustle and bustle of Moscow will instantly give way to the majestic calm of the Ladoga Skerries, masterpieces of wooden architecture, and the medieval romance of a Swedish castle. This carefully planned itinerary allows you to leisurely experience three completely different days – from the gourmet cuisine of Petrozavodsk and the wild nature of Sortavala to the cobblestone streets of Vyborg – while your comfortable train gently carries you towards the main treasures of the North-West.

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Itinerary day by day

Day 1

Moscow

departure 21:05 (Fri)

Departure from Leningradsky Station

Day 2

Petrozavodsk

arrival 07:50 (Sat) · departure 22:20 (Sat)
PetrozavodskPetrozavodsk

A full day in the capital of Karelia offers a leisurely immersion into the atmosphere of the Russian North. From the station, you can take a boat tour to the wooden architecture masterpieces of Kizhi Island or enjoy a relaxed stroll along the famous Onega Embankment. During the long stop, you'll have time to explore key attractions and dine at one of the city's conceptual restaurants, discovering fine Karelian cuisine made from local game, mushrooms, and berries.

Kizhi Island (by boat) 5–6 hours A high-speed 'Meteor' boat trip to Kizhi Island Museum: the nail-free Transfiguration Church, wooden architecture of the Russian North, and a guided walk around the island.
Sightseeing tour of Petrozavodsk 2 hours Onega Embankment with modern sculptures, the historic center, and main squares of the Karelian capital.
Kivach Falls and Marcialnye Vody 4 hours A day trip to the Kivach Falls in the nature reserve and Peter the Great's first Russian resort 'Marcialnye Vody' with healing springs.
Day 3

Sortavala

arrival 07:50 (Sun) · departure 15:09 (Sun)
SortavalaSortavala

The perfect time for a morning and afternoon stop is created for the main Karelian adventure – from here you can comfortably transfer to the famous retro train 'Ruskeala Express' to the mountain park or take a swift boat trip to the rocky Ladoga skerries. Be sure to set aside half an hour to stroll through the center with its Finnish architectural charm and buy hot Karelian kalitki and the freshest trout for the road.

Ladoga Skerries 2 hours A boat trip to uninhabited islands in Lake Ladoga with a landing on one of the islands
Sightseeing tour of Sortavala 2 hours A walking tour of the ancient city of Sortavala
Retro Train and Ruskeala Mountain Park 4 hours A journey to Ruskeala Mountain Park on the Ruskeala Express. A visit to the park with a guided tour.

Vyborg

arrival 17:45 (Sun) · departure 23:43 (Sun)
Vyborg

In just a few hours of this dynamic stop, you will be transported to real medieval Europe, as the station is just a short walk from Russia's only Swedish knight's castle and ancient stone towers. Spend these half days meandering through the cobblestone narrow streets, visit the rocky landscape park of Monrepos, and be sure to try the famous Vyborg bun with aromatic ale or coffee before departing for Moscow.

Sightseeing walking tour 2 hours In just two hours, you will pass through the eras, meandering through winding medieval streets, see the only Swedish knight's castle in the country, and touch the secrets of harsh stone towers. The guide will show you the most atmospheric and photogenic corners of the Old Town, tell fascinating legends about Vyborg merchants, and suggest where to find the authentic bun and the best coffee, leaving you with the feeling of a complete European weekend before the train departs.
City tour with boat ride and dinner 4 hours Your acquaintance with the most European city in Russia will begin right on the platform, where professional guides will meet you for an easy walking tour to the pier near the Victoria Hotel. From here, you will embark on an hour-long water voyage on comfortable boats: majestic views of Vyborg Castle and the rocky landscape park 'Monrepos' will open up before you, and a fascinating audio tour from the water will allow you to immerse yourself in the history of these places without tedious hiking climbs. On the shore, guides will meet you again to lead an hour-long walk through the winding cobblestone streets of the Old Town, after which the program will conclude with an exquisite dinner at one of the best restaurants in Vyborg, where you can taste the atmosphere of the Middle Ages.
Day 4

Moscow

arrival 10:16 (Mon)

Arrive at Moscow's Leningradsky Station

Pricing

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from $190 / person
Travel on board in your compartment, breakfasts included. Excursions purchased separately.
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from $540 / person
Cabin on board + all guided excursions + meals per the day-by-day itinerary.
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meals · power sockets

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Wi-Fi · air conditioning · meals · TV · power sockets · shower

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Is a separate excursion to Kizhi required?

The excursion to Kizhi is paid separately; it can be added when purchasing a railway ticket on the Russian Railways website or bought as part of a ready-made tour package from a tour operator. Additionally, some excursion programs can be purchased directly on the train.

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