A quiet path runs through forests and water, connecting two places that have stood in silence for centuries. This journey follows that path — from Valamo Monastery to the Lintula nunnery — along a historic route shaped by prayer, travel, and everyday life.
The hike leads through varied terrain: narrow forest trails, sandy roads, and long stretches shaped by water and time. Along the way, you pass the Taivallahti Canal, part of Finland’s nationally protected cultural heritage, and continue through landscapes that feel both wild and carefully preserved. Midway, a break at Taivalkota offers time to rest and enjoy a simple open-fire lunch. The route ends at Lintula Monastery after a full day of walking, reflection, and shared effort. Before and after the hike, there is time to explore Valamo, walk its holy paths, and learn about the history of the area.
Accommodation is arranged at Valamo Monastery and a nearby guesthouse, offering peaceful surroundings and simple comfort. Meals, sauna, transfers, and guiding are included, allowing you to focus fully on the walk itself. This journey is designed for those who enjoy meaningful routes, steady movement, and the quiet presence of nature. Join the walk and experience a rare path that connects landscape, history, and stillness!
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Tour highlights
Route details
Arrival at Valamo Monastery and check-in. Lunch is served at the monastery, followed by an introduction to the area and its surroundings. Time is reserved for walking along the holy paths, such as the Valamo Prayer Path (3.3 km) or the route to the Wayfarer’s Cross (4 km). On selected dates, it is also possible to join a monastery boat cruise between 24 June and 16 August, from Tuesday to Saturday.
Difficulty class: Partly demanding
Accommodation
Double room at Valamo MonasterHotel /shared showers and toilets. The monastery’s location and peaceful surroundings are a significant part of the experience.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
On request:
- Single room + 30€/day.
- Extra nights in the monasteries.
- Extra tranportations.
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Conditions
- accommodation;
- breakfast, lunch, dinners;
- sauna;
- luggage transfer from Valamo to the guesthouse;
- personal transfers inside program;
- guide services.
- travel insurance;
- flights;
- extra nights in the monasteries;*
- tranport to/from Joensuu Airport or Train Station.*.
*by request
It's important to know
Travel insurance is highly recommended for overseas travel. A comprehensive plan should include coverage for trip interruption, delay and cancellation, medical expenses, emergency medical transportation, loss and damage to baggage.
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Dates and Prices
- Any dates on request during the season1 Jun – 30 Sep
