Cruise to Valaam Island - one full day on the island.The Ladoga Lake is the biggest one in Europe, which was truly called the Sea of Ladoga by our ancestors. Numerous big and small islands are scattered over the lake, making its seascape especially picturesque. One of these islands, and the most famous one, is Valaam Island with its 10 inner lakes. Some of the other is-lands make a home for hermitages. Some islands are connected with bridges. The natural beauty of Valaam is unique: its stony bulk raises high above the water level. The glossy surface of many smaller inner lakes reflects mighty pine trees and multicolor mosses. The microclimate on the island is very favorable for health and gardening. In summer the number of sunny days is 30-35 more than on the mainland. No wonder that Orthodox monks chose it to build one of the best Russian Orthodox monasteries there. The cruise to Valaam offers an opportunity to enjoy delightful nature of the island, get ac-quainted with an olden Russian monastery and traditions of Russian religious life.