Destination: , Karelia is located in the northwestern part of the Russian Federation, in an intermediate position between the basins of White and Baltic seas. The greater part of the territory of the (148,000 km ² or 85%) is the public forest reserves. It has more than 60,000 lakes. Lakes and wetlands contain about 2000 km ² freshwater of excellent quality. Lake Ladoga and are the largest lakes in Europe. There are fifty minerals in Karelia, located in more than 400 fields and metal layers. Natural resources of the Republic include, among others, iron ore and diamonds.

What to visit :

Petrozavodsk - the capital of Karelia. It is located on the western shore of Lake Onega, 698 km north of . Its population is 269.000 inhabitants. Petrozavodsk was founded in 1703 under the name of Petrovskaia Sloboda. had built a foundry for the manufacture of cannons and anchors to provide a war effort during the . This factory, named Petrovskiy zavod or "Factory of Peter”, gave its name to the city.

What to visit :

Kizhi - in Lake Onega presents an open-air museum of Wooden architecture. The whole island is a World Heritage site announced by UNESCO in 1990. The island is 7 km long and 500 m wide. Kizhi is world famous for its churchyard (pogost) with two churches of the eighteenth century and an octagonal bell tower surrounded by an enclosure, all built of wood. There is also the unique Church of the Transfiguration, with a pyramid inside, made of 22 frames, decorated with silver bulbs.

Karelia can be reached the following ways: from Saint-Petersburg by the night train, the train departs at 23:20 arrives at 7:40 next day, 7 hours 40 minutes en- route from Saint-Petersburg by the speed train Lastochka, the train departs at 18:00, arrives at 22:55, 4 hours 55 minutes en-route- NEW TRAIN, German Project from Moscow by the night train, the train departs at 20:30, arrives at 8:30 next day, 12 hours en-route from Moscow by plane, 1 hour 40 minutes en-route

UTS welcomes you to visit the magnificent Saint-Petersburg and a pearl of Karelia – Kizhi Island!

Saint-Petersburg “Northern Venice” - St. Petersburg - is the second largest city in Russia after its capital - Moscow, with the population of about 5 million people. Saint-Petersburg was founded by the Russian Tsar Peter the Great in 1703 and from 1712 became the new capital of Russia. It had this status up until 1918 when the capital was brought back to Moscow. Saint-Petersburg has witnessed many important historical events. In fact, the whole history of the Russian Empire lies here on the banks of the Neva River. One of the world's most beautiful cities, St. Petersburg has all the ingredients for an unforgettable travel experience: high art, lavish architecture, wild nightlife, an extraordinary history and rich cultural traditions that have inspired and nurtured some of the modern world's greatest literature, music, and visual art. From the mysterious twilight of the White Nights to world-beating opera and ballet productions on magical winter evenings, St. Petersburg charms and entices in every season. A city of palaces and museums, broad avenues and winding canals, St. Petersburg's short history has endowed the city with a wealth of architectural and artistic treasures. Alongside world-famous attractions such as the Hermitage, St. Isaac's Cathedral and the Mariinsky Theatre, the city has scores of lesser known but equally fascinating sights that reveal both the pomp and extravagance of St. Petersburg's political and Imperial past, and also the mysterious, tragic genius that has touched so many of the city's great artists and writers. Still considered Russia's cultural capital, St. Petersburg reflects the country's extraordinary fate like no other city, and its uniquely rich atmosphere exerts a powerful grip on even the most jaded traveler. Summer Program

Treasures of Karelia – Petrozavodsk- Kiji 6 days /5 nights Day 1 – Arrival to the airport of St Petersburg. Orientation Tour of the city. Arrival at the hotel, check in Dinner by own . Overnight at the hotel Park inn Nevsky

Day 2 - Buffet breakfast at the hotel. Departure for the city tour. Lunch at local restaurant. Visit to the Peter and Paul Fortress with the visit of the Cathedral . ST. Peter and Paul’s fortress visit Dinner by own. Overnight at the hotel Park Inn Nevsky hotel Day 3 - Buffet breakfast at the hotel. Visit to the Hermitage museum. Lunch at local restaurant. Visit of Saint-Isaac’s Cathedral and Cathedral of the Savior on the Spilt Blood Free dinner. Overnight at the hotel Park Inn Nevsky hotel

Day 4 - Buffet breakfast at the hotel. Check out. Visit to the Grand Palace of Peterhoff– situated 25 km to south-west of Saint-Petersburg, the former Royal Residence Lunch at local restaurant. Time at leisure. Transfer to the train station. Departure by high-speed train to Petrozavodsk. Arrival in Petrozavodsk. Dinner at the hotel Park Inn. Night at the Park Inn hotel Petrozavodsk Day 5 -Breakfast at the hotel. Depart to Kiji island by .m(1,5 h ride) Visit to the Open-Air Museum of Russian Wooden Architecture. Lunch box Free time on the island. Return to Petrozavodsk. Panoramic city tour. Dinner by own. Transfer to the train station. Departure by high-speed train to Saint Petersburg. Arrival at the hotel, check in Overnight at the hotel Park Inn Nevsky hotel

Day 6– Breakfast at the hotel. Check out. Depart to Catherine's Palace (Pushkin) Visit to the Catherine’s Palace and walk in the park Lunch at the restaurant Podvorie . Transfer to the airport Departure from ST. Petersburg

Treasures of Karelia (summer) Saint Petersburg – Petrozavodsk- Kiji

6 days /5 nights

From 850 € per person in minimum 12 persons group

Tour price includes : Double room accommodation (SGL with supplement) Meals HB : buffet breakfasts,4 lunches and 1 dinner Transportation according to the program; Train tickets return for Lastochka day speed train to and fro Petrozavodsk German Speaking guide services in St.Petersburg German Speaking Guide in Petrozavodsk and in Kijhi Island Entrances to the museums; Russian Visa Support (voucher and invitation letter); Hotel visa registration fee; Full Board supplement (+ 3 dinners) – 56 € PP Park Inn by Radisson Nevsky St. Petersburg Hotel 4 lit. A, Goncharnaya Street 89, Nevsky Prospect – 191036 – St. Petersburg – Russia – +7 (812) 406 73 10 Unique and exciting St. Petersburg hotel minutes from attractions In the heart of Russia's second-largest city, this St. Petersburg hotel is the perfect option for proximity to transportation and attractions. Walk just 50 meters to the Moskovsky Railway Station, and enjoy a location minutes away from tourist sites such as the Hermitage Museum and the Mariinsky Theatre. With 269 well-equipped rooms and suites, guests feel at home at the Park Inn by Radisson Nevsky St. Petersburg, and can enjoy Free Wireless High-speed Internet access, heated bathroom floors and satellite television. Taste delicious Bavarian cuisine and freshly brewed beer at the hotel's Paulaner Bar and Restaurant. Additionally, ample underground parking and a fitness centre are also on the premises.

Park Inn by Radisson Petrozavodsk Gagarina Square, 1 – Petrozavodsk – Russia – +7 814 271 7071 Petrozavodsk hotel offers reliable security and convenient location The Park Inn by Radisson is the first and only international Petrozavodsk hotel to offer high-quality safety and security standards, along with friendly and personalized service. Located in the of the Republic of Karelia, this hotel in Petrozavodsk allows guests convenient access to the main railway station and beautiful attractions like the Onega Lake embankment, The Musical and The National Theatres. Each of the 180 rooms and suites offers thoughtful amenities like Free Wireless High-speed Internet access and individual climate control. Taste freshly-brewed Paulaner beer and delicious Bavarian cuisine from international chef at Paulaner Petrozavodsk Restaurant & Brewery. Enjoy fresh coffee, sushi and pasta at the colorful and cheerful Coffee Shop, located in the hotel's lobby. Guests are also welcome to utilize the TechnoGym equipment at the hotel's fitness centre or to host events and conferences in one of the flexible meeting spaces. Contact details

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