This is a wonderful opportunity to discover the best of Karelia - one of the most beautiful parts of Russia. You will see the unique Kizhi complex, listed on the Unesco’s World Heritage List, mysterious petroglyphs , the signs left by an ancient people, which puzzle many archeologists in Russia and abroad, and finally, the legendary Solovetsky Islands , the heart of this mysterious land and full of legends.
You will learn that the Solovetsy Island has a long and tragic history. You will see the ancient Christian Orthodox Monastery, turned into prison and labor camp by Stalin’s order, now restored to being a monastery. An inclement climate, the gloomy history of the Stalinist period and examples of the unbelievable spiritual strength of the inhabitants this island combine give this island a very special place in human history. You will spend an unforgettable week discovering the historical, cultural and architectural gems of the Russian North – Karelia is getting closer now!
PRICE
LAND-ONLY PRICE: £999
PACKAGE PRICE: £1,259
Included Flights: package price includes flights from / to London and domestic flight where applicable. The package price depends on the availability of flight tickets and is to be reconfirmed on the date of your booking. Accommodation: 3* hotel DBL in St. Petersburg – 2 nights, 2* hotel DBL(rooms with en-suite WC and shower) in Karelia – 5 nights. Meals: 8 breakfasts, 4 lunches Transport: Small coach and boat. Train: comfortable 4 berth sleepers (optional 2 berth rail supplement also available Tour staff and support: English-speaking guide, transfer driver Local culture and traditions: all excursions, entrance fee as described in the itinerary Other services: invitation letter, registration in Russia and permits, all airport transfers within Russia
Not included Personal travel insurance, optional excursions and services, Russian visa
Optional services fees Single supplement St. Petersburg 3* hotel: Ј35 per night Single supplement in Kem and on Solovetsky islands: Ј130 total Russian visa: Ј75 per person, this includes the consular fee of Ј45 and our charge to cover processing costs. Whale watching tour at Solovetsky Islands: Ј55 per person (minimum 3 people). Whale watching season - late June till early August. Boat tour to Zayatsky Island: Ј35 per person (minimum 3 people).
Note: The order of the excursions can be changed depending on ebbs and flows on the White Sea.
PRICES
LAND-ONLY PRICE: £999 PACKAGE PRICE: from £1,259 NO HIDDEN COSTS!
Accommodation & meals: 2 nts 3* hotel DBL SPb, 5 nts 2* hotel DBL Karelia 8 breakfasts, 4 lunches Transport: Small coach and boat Tour staff & support: English-speaking guide, transfer driver Other services & Info >>>
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