Baikal. Winter charm. Mirror route

Winter Baikal attracts tourists with its famous variety of ice – only here we will see a huge number of ice caves and grottoes. The tour also includes informative excursions to the historical sites of Irkutsk and Listvyanka. And Lake Baikal will forever conquer your heart!

Location

Russia, Irkutsk
from
$645
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Duration
5 Days
4 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • Dates for next season
    • 2 – 6 February, 2025
    • 4 – 8 February, 2025
    • 7 – 11 February, 2025
    • 9 – 13 February, 2025
or
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    4 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 18 people
Minimum age
2 years old
Group meet at
Russia, Irkutsk
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Wooden architecture in the Taltsy Museum
Let's plunge into the authentic historical atmosphere of a 19th century Siberian village
Sacred Olkhon
We will visit the island, which is the center of shamanism in Central Asia. According to legend, Genghis Khan is buried here.
The capital of Siberia
Let's get acquainted with an amazing example of the neighborhood of modernity and historical heritage

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Sightseeing tour of Listvyanka. Tallies

    Upon arrival in Irkutsk, you will be met at the airport or at the Angara hotel, after which the trip to Lake Baikal will begin.

    It is necessary to arrive in Irkutsk before 9:30 a.m.

    The road goes along the picturesque Baikal highway.

    The goal is the village of Listvyanka, located along the edge of Lake Baikal, 69 km from Irkutsk.

    This is the closest place to the city where you can see Lake Baikal. 

    On the way, you will stop at the Taltsy Open-air museum.

    Taltsy is an architectural and ethnographic museum, where examples of wooden architecture of the past centuries are collected. 

    It is located on the picturesque shore of the Angara River surrounded by the Siberian forest, which gives it an authentic look and an authentic historical atmosphere. 

    The guide will conduct an exciting tour, after which you will go to Listvyanka. 

    Along the way you will see the legendary Shaman Stone.

    After the tour, you will return to Irkutsk.

    Enabled: accommodation, group transfer, guided tour.

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  • Day 2 - Irkutsk
  • Day 3 - Olkhon Island
  • Day 4 - Excursion to the north of Olkhon
  • Day 5 - Return to Irkutsk. Departure
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    4 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+

The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the accommodation:

  • Standard: 66,000 rubles. The surcharge for single occupancy is 20,000 rubles.;
  • Comfort: 85,000 rubles. The surcharge for single occupancy is 34,000 rubles.;

Types of accommodation:

  • "Standard" is a comfortable room equipped with its own bathroom (shower and toilet), with the number of beds according to the number of residents;
  • "Comfort" is a more spacious and comfortable room in comparison with the "standard" category, equipped with a modern design (shower and toilet inside). 

The presented classification of hotel rooms does not depend on the star rating of the accommodation facility.

Accommodation in hotels according to availability, please specify the details when booking.

  • Children from 0 to 2 years old receive a 25% discount (does not occupy a separate place during the stay, without meals). 
  • Children from 2 to 5 years old receive a 20% discount (all inclusive, as an adult: seat, meals).
  • Children from 5 to 10 years old inclusive receive a 15% discount (all inclusive, as an adult: seat, meals).
Recreation center "Kopylov Manor" or similar (standard rate) or Villa Malina Olkhon Baikal Hotel or similar (comfort rate) 2 nights
Recreation center "Kopylov Manor" or similar (standard rate)

The recreation center "Kopylov Olkhon Manor" is located in the Irkutsk region in the village of Khuzhir.

There are comfortable rooms with a comfortable bed, a private bathroom, a set of towels, personal hygiene items, wireless Internet.

The shared kitchen is equipped with all appliances and appliances for cooking. For an alternative, there is a cafe within walking distance.

Parking is prohibited on site. The N.M. Revyakin Museum, Cape Tataysky are nearby. The location of the base is located between the Strait of the Small Sea and Lake Baikal. Vacationers can go fishing, skiing, and outdoor recreation.

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Another option
Villa Malina Olkhon Baikal Hotel or similar (comfort rate)

Villa Malina Olkhon Baikal Hotel is located in Khuzhir, 1.6 km from Khuzhir. It offers a restaurant, free private parking, a bar and a terrace. All rooms at this four-star hotel offer free Wi-Fi and lake views. The reception is open 24 hours a day. Currency exchange and luggage storage are available. Each room here will provide you with a seating area. Some rooms at Villa Malina Olkhon Baikal Hotel have views of the patio and pool. All rooms have a private bathroom and a wardrobe. Towels and bed linen are provided. 

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Angara Hotel or similar (standard rate) or Irkutsk Hotel or similar (comfort rate) 2 nights

Tour conditions

Group
up to 18 tourists
Minimum age
2 years old
Duration
5 days 4 nights
Group meets at
Russia, Irkutsk

Included in price

  • transfers throughout the tour;
  • meals according to the program (4 breakfasts, 3 lunches); 
  • excursions specified in the program; 
  • accommodation specified in the program;
  • tour guide services according to the tour program;
  • the entrance to the National Park.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Irkutsk and back;
  • meals not specified in the program;
  • drinks and dishes not included in the main menu according to the program;
  • additional services specified in the program for an additional fee or not specified in the program;
  • additional excursions and transfers not included in the program;
  • equipment rental;
  • crossing on Khivus during the off-season (if the ice crossing does not work).

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • Warm outerwear (for example, a ski suit);
  • Comfortable shoes (non-slip boots);
  • Headdress (warm hat);
  • Warm clothes (thermal underwear, fleece, hoodies, scarf/buff);
  • Warm mittens or gloves;
  • Sunscreen (protection factor of at least 20);
  • Sunglasses (with at least 2 UV protection);
  • Bathing accessories: swimsuit, towel and slippers (for visiting the sauna/hot springs, if provided by the program);
  • Personal first aid kit (if you need specific medicines);
  • Photo/video equipment (spare flash cards);
  • Portable charger (power bank);
  • Toiletries;
  • Small backpack (for excursions and walks);
  • A seat (a tourist hob);
  • Thermos (optional);
  • Binoculars (optional);
  • Required: Passport, MHI policy.
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Reviews

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    Dmitry
    19 Dec, 2024
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    This tour operator is excellent.
    19 Dec, 2024
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    Elena Vyatkina
    17 Dec, 2024
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    I would like to say a few words about our tour manager Tamara, who promptly answered all our questions and gave great suggestions on how to make the most of our free time. Thank you so much!
    17 Dec, 2024
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    Alexey
    3 Dec, 2024
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    Everything was fantastic! The tours were punctual, and both the accommodations and travel arrangements were comfortable and met all our expectations. The food at the guesthouse was absolutely outstanding. A big thank you to everyone involved in organizing this tour!
    3 Dec, 2024