GUIDE / KARELIA

A week in Karelia

A week for two territories with a reserve for weather and return.

7 daysCarModerate pace

This is an editorial program and not a guaranteed schedule. Time windows are indicative; Please coordinate reservations and transportation separately.

1. SortavalaSortavala2. Ruskeala Mountain ParkRuskeala Mountain Park3. Ladoga skerriesLadoga skerries4. PetrozavodskPetrozavodsk5. Kivach waterfallKivach waterfall6. Kizhi IslandKizhi Island
Stop sequence diagram. The lines are not a road or water navigation track.
  1. Day 1

    Sortavala

    Arrival and city

    One base for the first days.

  2. Day 2

    Ruskeala

    Moving day

    Park and time reserve.

  3. Day 3

    Ladoga skerries

    Agreed program

    Weather alternative is required.

  4. Day 4

    Moving to Petrozavodsk

    Separate travel day

    Don't time your boat tour until you arrive.

  5. Day 5

    Kivach

    Half a day plus travel

    Additional stops only if there is time left.

  6. Day 6

    Kizhi

    A separate day for navigation

    If cancelled, replace with a museum program.

  7. Day 7

    Reserve and return

    Long journey separately

    The reserve is needed to postpone the water program or rest.

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Sources and verification

Practical information verified on October 26, 2026. Please check conditions for your chosen date before traveling.

English edition translated with automated assistance. Russian original