Karelia trip
Retro Train Tours in Karelia — Official Railway Partner
Karelia Trip is an experienced travel company and an official partner of Russian Railways.
For many years, we have been working in Karelia and organizing tours for large Russian-speaking groups. Today, we also welcome international travelers from different countries.
We make the famous retro train journey easy and accessible for everyone who wants to experience it, even if you do not speak Russian.
We can accompany travelers from Moscow or Saint Petersburg, and we can also combine international tourists with Russian groups when needed. At the same time, every guest receives personal attention from our team.
On our website, you can pay with foreign bank cards. International cards are accepted.
We are a reliable local company with real experience, official partners, and deep knowledge of Karelia.
For many years, we have been working in Karelia and organizing tours for large Russian-speaking groups. Today, we also welcome international travelers from different countries.
We make the famous retro train journey easy and accessible for everyone who wants to experience it, even if you do not speak Russian.
We can accompany travelers from Moscow or Saint Petersburg, and we can also combine international tourists with Russian groups when needed. At the same time, every guest receives personal attention from our team.
On our website, you can pay with foreign bank cards. International cards are accepted.
We are a reliable local company with real experience, official partners, and deep knowledge of Karelia.
Retro Train Tours in Karelia — English Supported
- Official Russian Railways Partner
- English Friendly Tours
- International Cards Accepted
- Small Groups (max 10)
Our Retro Train Tours in Karelia
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Before You Book
The price includes all transportation during the tour (train, retro train, bus or minibus), guide services, and all entrance tickets according to the tour program.
Meals are not included.
Your guide will recommend cafés and restaurants along the route.
Vegetarian options are available.
Your guide will recommend cafés and restaurants along the route.
Vegetarian options are available.
Tours are conducted in English or with translator support.
Private tours with individual language assistance are also possible on request.
Private tours with individual language assistance are also possible on request.
You arrive in Sortavala independently by train.
Recommended options:
Recommended options:
- From Moscow: overnight train Moscow - Sortavala (160 train)
- From Saint Petersburg: morning “Lastochka” train Saint-Petersburg - Sortavala
Yes. You can pay on our website using an international bank card.
Prices are shown in RUB and USD.
Prices are shown in RUB and USD.
Tours operate all year round. The program may be slightly adjusted for safety or comfort, but the tour will still take place. We recommend comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing. Raincoats can be purchased if needed.
No. Walking distances are short. The tour is suitable for all ages.
Yes. Free cancellation is available up to 5 days before departure. Cancellations later than this are non-refundable due to transport ticket policies.
No. There are no mandatory extra fees. Only personal expenses such as meals.
We recommend having around 200 USD in cash for food and personal spending.
We recommend having around 200 USD in cash for food and personal spending.
All tours are group tours with a maximum of 10 people. Private tours are available on request.
Highlights of Your Karelia Journey
Discover the most iconic places of Karelia — marble canyons, panoramic viewpoints, waterfalls, forests, and the legendary retro steam train route
Booking & Cancellation Policy
Clear and transparent conditions to help you book with confidence
- Free cancellation 5 days before departure
- No mandatory extra fees — you only pay for the tour
- Meals are not included, but your guide will recommend good cafés and restaurants