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Explore Ancient Karelian Village "Sheltozero" from Petrozavodsk (6 hours)

We offer ethnographic tour to see the places in republic of Karelia, where the old traditions, customs and mode of life of Karelian villages are still kept.

During the tour you will visit traditional Karelian village Sheltozero (a real village of Veps, situated 84 km from Petrozavodsk) you will get acquainted with the culture of Veps – a small nation in the Republic of Karelia. The village famous both for ancient wooden houses erected according to the traditions of Russian wooden architecture and for hospitality and friendliness of locals. You will see their traditional wooden houses, visit the Ethnography museum, enjoy the traditional folk show and taste local pastries with tea.

Type: Small Group Tours
Duration: 6 hours
Departure time: 08:00 AM, 10:00 AM

Important info

Price includes
  • Hotel pick up and drop-off
  • Driver’s services as per the program (Comfortable car/minivan with A/C)
  • Professional English-speaking guide assistance. Other languages upon request (additional charge may apply)
  • Tea and pastries
  • Folk show
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
Not included
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities to guide/driver (optional)
  • Soft and alcoholic drinks (available to purchase on the spot)
Departure and Return

Pick-up and drop-off at the place of your accommodation in Petrozavodsk

Sights included in program

"Ages and ages ago, when our grand grand parents tilled lighter land, and the sun was more caressing, a peasant’s son named Bard met a beautiful girl Aira. The first "izhond" and "emag", a master and a mistress started living in a perfect harmony. And they lived at the place where they had met. The village of Shreltozero is there now." This is the legend kept in memories of village people. Sheltozero is an old Vepsian settlement, known at ...
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US$ 224
per person, based on 2-people group
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1 person - US$ 438 (US$ 438 per person)
2 person - US$ 448 (US$ 224 per person)
3 person - US$ 522 (US$ 174 per person)
4 person - US$ 532 (US$ 133 per person)
5 person - US$ 545 (US$ 109 per person)
6 person - US$ 552 (US$ 92 per person)
7 person - US$ 644 (US$ 92 per person)
8 person - US$ 656 (US$ 82 per person)
9 person - US$ 666 (US$ 74 per person)
10 person - US$ 670 (US$ 67 per person)
Price for persons: 1 - 1011 - 15

Our flexible payment options allow you to pay 20% of a deposit first and the remaining 80% in 14 days prior to your tour date - payment can be done both online or over the phone. This gives you the peace of mind knowing your spaces are booked on the tours and that you do not miss out on making the most of your time in Russia.

Also you get the best, top-rated and most experienced and knowledgeable hand-picked tour guide appointed on a priority basis.
In our experience, exceptional travel experiences are almost always delivered by exceptional people. With that in mind, we utilize a comprehensive approach to select and employ the best tour guides only. Multilingual and well travelled, each possesses deep insight into the diverse attractions and cultural patterns throughout the region. With us guides undergo a rigorous selection process, achieving outstanding knowledge of local culture and language. Rest assured that the best tour guides only will be working on the tours to give you excellent opportunity to explore the best of the sights during both short and long-term stay in Russia.

Once you complete your reservation, we will send you a booking confirmation email. As the day of the tour approaches, our logistics team will provide you with all relevant information for your tour.

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