A gift from the gods of Lake Baikal. Spring Trip

The tour will begin with a variety of landscapes of the Baikal region: the picturesque spurs of the Baikal range, the Tazheran steppe, the mountainous shores of the Maly Sea and the Olkhon Islands. 

Our first acquaintance with the majestic lake awaits us: you will see Lake Baikal from a bird's-eye view. The program is quite comfortable in terms of time planning. There will be time for everything to take a walk and watch additional excursions. We will return back to Irkutsk, where we will immediately go on a city tour, which will introduce you to the most interesting places of the city, architectural and historical monuments.

Location

Irkutsk
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Duration
4 Days
3 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • Dates for next season
    • 14 – 17 April, 2025
    • 27 – 30 April, 2025
    • 8 – 11 May, 2025
    • 18 – 21 May, 2025
or
Accommodation
  • Camp Site
    2 nights
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 16 people
Minimum age
7 years old
Group meet at
Irkutsk
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Spring colors of Lake Baikal
In April we will see ice with cracks, and in May we will find the liberation of the lake from ice and the first flowers
Tea party in a cozy bay
Let's drink tea with Baikal herbs in the Snake Gorge, a completely secluded place on the Big Baikal
The capital of Siberia
Let's immerse ourselves in the life of the ancient city and learn many interesting facts about its famous inhabitants

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Departure to the Small Sea. Panoramas of Lake Baikal, Zmeinaya Bay and the Tazheran steppes

    Gathering a group:

    • at the airport 8:00-8:30 on the ground floor opposite the baggage claim with a sign;
    • 9:00-9:30 at the railway station (entrance to the Suburban ticket offices).

    Group transfer to the coast of the Small Sea.

    Along the way, you will see a variety of landscapes of the Baikal region: the picturesque spurs of the Baikal ridge, the Tazheran steppe, the mountainous shores of the Maly Sea and the Olkhon Islands.

    After passing the village of Yelantsy, pay attention to the bronze figure of a flying eagle, the patron saint of the steppe expanses of Tazheran and Olkhon. 

    The wingspan is about 7 meters, the weight is about 4 tons, and the height of the stele is 9 meters. 

    Another interesting monument is installed on the observation deck of the Kurkuta Bay.

    Here the Tramp hero of the Russian folk song was immortalized in bronze “Through the wild steppes of Transbaikalia.” 

    Upon arrival at the Small Sea, accommodation and lunch at the recreation center. 

    After lunch, a car tour of the Panoramas of Lake Baikal and Zmeinaya Bay.

    The tour starts from the recreation center in the direction of the "Big Sea" – open Lake Baikal. 

    The first object of the visit will be the observation deck, which offers a magnificent view of the Great Baikal, Olkhon Island, Olkhon Gate and azure bay. 

    Then the path runs along the western coast of Lake Baikal. 

    Bypassing the ascents and descents, the group gets into the Snake Gorge, a completely secluded cozy place on Bolshoy Baikal, wonderful shots are obtained here. 

    We drink tea with Baikal herbs, take a photo and return back.

    Supper. 

    Meals: lunch, dinner. Guide: The tour is conducted by a driver/instructor guide.

    *in case of late arrival, departure on a daytime shuttle bus flight. If you are late to the gathering place of the group, the tourist gets to the group along the route on his own, at his own expense.

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  • Day 2 - Free day. Additional excursions on request
  • Day 3 - Return to Irkutsk. Sightseeing tour
  • Day 4 - Departure
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Camp Site
    2 nights
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Midscale
  • Upscale

The tour includes accommodation in hotels.

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

PlacementDouble, tripleSingle room
Comfort34 90045 400
Comfort +42 20054 700
Recreation center "Wind of Wanderings" or similar on the Small Sea or Recreation center "Baikal World" 2 nights
Recreation center "Wind of Wanderings" or similar on the Small Sea

According to the Comfort rate on the Small Sea: Wind of Wanderings, El Dorado, Naratei (or similar).

The recreation center "Wind of Wanderings" is a great place to relax. All the buildings of the base are built of wood, an environmentally friendly material. It offers a base, a great beach on the shore of Lake Baikal, excellent views from the windows of all rooms, playgrounds are equipped for children.

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Another option
Recreation center "Baikal World"

according to the Comfort plus tariff on the Small Sea: The World of Baikal, Bayar or similar.

The World of Baikal is one of the best recreation centers in the Baikal region. It is located on the shore of Lake Baikal in the Olkhonsky district, 2 km from the ferry crossing, 8 km from the island of Olkhon, in the bay of Bazarnaya Guba.  The recreation center is built of wood in a traditional Siberian style, well-appointed rooms are equipped with all amenities.

Infrastructure, sports, recreation: 

  • Entertainment area: swimming pool, table tennis, children's room, for a fee: table football, billiards, cafe-bar, hookah bar.
  • Outdoor playground, volleyball court, recreation area by the fountain, gazebo, picnic area, pneumatic shooting range.
  • ATVs: year-round, 7 own units of equipment, it is also possible to attract additional equipment.units of equipment (strictly along agreed routes, accompanied by an instructor).
  • Fishing: organized.
Yakovlev Hotel or similar in Irkutsk or Victoria Hotel or a similar one in Irkutsk 1 night

Tour conditions

Group
up to 16 tourists
Minimum age
7 years old
Duration
4 days 3 nights
Group meets at
Irkutsk

Included in price

  • accommodation in Irkutsk, tour-class hotel, comfortable room, 1 night;
  • accommodation at the recreation center, comfortable room, 2 nights;
  • group transfer Irkutsk-Maloe More-Irkutsk
  • sightseeing tour of the city of Irkutsk;
  • excursion to Lake Baikal, according to the schedule of the camp site;
  • meals according to the program:
    • Day 1 – lunch, dinner;
    • Day 2 – breakfast, lunch, dinner;
    • Day 3 – breakfast, lunch;
    • Day 4 – breakfast.

Paid extra

  • air or railway tickets to Irkutsk and back;
  • additional services of the hotel and recreation center;
  • meals not specified in the tour program;
  • placement of another level;
  • individual service;
  • additional excursions.

It's important to know

Are tickets included in the price of the tour?

Air and railway tickets are not included in the price of the tour. You can purchase them yourself or contact us for help.

Is insurance included in the price of the tour?
How much do additional excursions cost?

Dates and Prices

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    14 – 17 Apr, 2025 4 days 3 nights
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    27 – 30 Apr, 2025 4 days 3 nights
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    8 – 11 May, 2025 4 days 3 nights
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    18 – 21 May, 2025 4 days 3 nights
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Reviews

  • I
    Irina
    8 Nov, 2024
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    The trip was fantastic and filled with positive experiences. Thank you to the company for its customer focus and excellent organization! Appreciate the wonderful vacation!
    8 Nov, 2024
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    Tatyana
    2 Nov, 2024
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    Excellent organization, a small group, and the guide's full attention.
    2 Nov, 2024
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