Baikal and Sayans

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The mysterious and mysterious Baikal, which holds many secrets, reveals itself in the warm season from a magically attractive side. The Eastern Sayans fascinate with their inaccessibility, grandeur and power. You can see these two bright and impressive destinations within the framework of one tour "Baikal and Sayan".

You can find the extended version of the tour at the link https://bolshayastrana.com/bajkal/bajkal-i-sayany-rasshirennyj-tur-170530 .

Location

Russia, Irkutsk

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Tour highlights

The Mystical Guardian of Lake Baikal

Let's see with our own eyes the impressive sculpture "Keeper of Lake Baikal" by Dasha Namdakov

The Power of the Shaman

We will stay at an energetically strong location – Cape Burkhan, Shamanka rock

The life-giving power of mineral water

We will visit the village of Arshan in the Eastern Sayan Mountains – a place rich in mineral springs

Itinerary

Day 1 - The beginning of the journey. The road to Olkhon
The meeting of the group in Irkutsk at 10.00
The tour can be arranged according to the classic and mirror routes, depending on the date of arrival. This means that all the activities and excursions described in the tour program will be organized in different sequences by day.
Group transfer to Olkhon Island. The path will run along a comfortable route along the "Martian Road", as our tourists often speak about the Tazheran steppes.
Ferry crossing to the island.
Check-in.
Free time.
Within walking distance is the business card of Lake Baikal, the most popular, recognizable and at the same time energetically strong location — Cape Burkhan, Shamanka rock. We recommend a walk there at sunset — the rays of the setting sun color the waters of Lake Baikal with burning shades.
Rest.
Included in the price: group transfer, accommodation, lunch on the way to Olkhon.

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Day 2 - Excursion to Cape Khoboy
Breakfast.
Excursion to Cape Khoboy. The cape is located in the very north of the island. Its name is translated from the language of the local population as "fang", and indeed, the rocky steep shores in these places resemble animal fangs. And together with the amazingly blue water surface, they create beautiful bright natural paintings.
We will visit Cape of Love (or Cape Shunte-Left). Locals say that childless couples used to come to the cape, and after the rituals and prayers, they soon had children. It is believed that the cape has not lost its magical power to this day.
As part of the tour, we will capture Cape Sagan-Khushun (or "Three Brothers") — a sheer cliff of snow-white marble; we will see with our own eyes the unusual and impressive sculpture of Dasha Namdakov "The Guardian of Lake Baikal".
Lunch on the background of the beautiful Baikal nature.
Return to the hotel.
Rest.
Included in the price: accommodation, breakfast, excursion, picnic lunch, group transfer, permits to visit the national park.

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Day 3 - Farewell to Olkhon
On this day, our amazing journey through Olkhon is coming to an end.
Breakfast awaits you in the morning and you will have the opportunity to take a last walk around Olkhon.
In the afternoon, departure to Irkutsk, from where your adventure to the mountains of the Eastern Sayan will begin tomorrow.
If you wish, you can complement your unforgettable trip to Olkhon and add an excursion to the south of the island. You will visit such places as: Lake Khankoy, the "Rock Garden", a lonely birch tree, the sunniest part of the island – Khalzany Falls. For more information, you will need to contact your tour organizer. The excursion is not included in the price of the tour, it is paid additionally.
Included in the price: breakfast, accommodation, group transfer, lunch on the way to Irkutsk.

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Day 4 - Towards the Eastern Sayans. Arshan sightseeing tour to the springs and waterfalls
Today begins an exciting journey to the mountains of Eastern Sayan, to the village of Arshan, located at their foot.
In the early morning after breakfast, you will set off from Irkutsk along the scenic road through the village of Kultuk, located in the very south of Lake Baikal.
And then you will drive along the Tunka valley, where the mountains of the Eastern Sayan rise on the right hand, and at the foot lies the steppe, where you can often find herds of graceful horses, cozy settlements, villages.
If desired, you can visit the maral farm, where about 100 marals (Altai deer) live.
The village of Arshan is a village nestled next to the mountains, a place rich in mineral springs.
The composition of Arshan mineral water is close to the Caucasian Narzan.
Your acquaintance with this place will take place under the guidance of an experienced guide.
You will go to the thundering waterfalls, walk along the path along the picturesque gorge, a briskly running mountain river.
Along the way, you can visit the local market with Siberian goods (herbs, nuts, souvenirs) and the local Buddhist temple- monastery Hoimorsky Datsan "Bodhidharma", located in a truly magical place called "Holy Glade" among century-old cedars with spreading branches, and the peaks of the mountains flaunt against the background.
In the evening, you will have free time to relax before tomorrow's active day.
Included in the price: breakfast, accommodation, transfer, excursion, guide services.

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Day 5 - Excursion to Tagarhai. Visiting hot springs
After breakfast, you will go to the village of Tagarhai, located near Arshan.
Upon arrival in Tagarhai, you will be greeted by local residents with a program!
You will be greeted according to the traditional Buryat custom with a khadak (Khadak is a scarf or handkerchief in the shape of a long narrow rectangle. This subject has a sacred meaning in Buddhist philosophy.), they will tell you the story of the Buryat holiday "Sagaalgan" (Buryat New Year), as well as introduce you to the statue of Buddha!
This 2 meter high statue (with a pedestal), commissioned in Tibet, is one of the most attractive things for our guests.
The statue was unveiled on June 23, 2022 with the participation of the lamas of the Sangha of Russia, namely Did-Hambo Dymbryl Lamas and lamas of the entire district.
The statue itself is called "Lhakan", which means the house of Buddha, Burhanai ger.
Additionally, you can have a master class on the national dance of Yehor, and you can also ride a horse or a sleigh (optional). The price does not include (800 rubles – a master class, 200 rubles – horseback riding / sleigh).
After the tour, you will be invited to visit the healing hot springs in Pearl.
Hot mineral springs have a healing effect and give a pleasant feeling of relaxation and rebooting.
In the evening, you will return to Irkutsk, where the program of your tour will end.
In 5 days you got acquainted with the mountains of the Eastern Sayan and with the heart of Lake Baikal – Olkhon Island.
You will bring unforgettable, vivid memories from your trip!
Included in the price: group transfer, breakfast, entrance ticket to the hot springs, excursions.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

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Camp Site, Hotel

2 nights
Hotel

1 night
or

Guest House, Hotel

1 night

Comfort

Basic+
Midscale
Upscale

During the tour we will stop at Olkhon Island, Irkutsk and Arshan village. It is possible to accommodate up to 4 people in a room (if it is a family).

The cost of accommodation depends on the chosen comfort level:

Economy – accommodation at a recreation center or in a hotel (facilities on the floor or in an adjacent building);
Standard – a comfortable room equipped with a private 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 possibility of staying in a particular accommodation facility also depends on the workload and available dates. For more information, please contact the tour operator.

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

Economy	Standard	Comfort
63 000	72 000	96 000

Surcharge for single accommodation for 1 person, RUB.:

Economy	Standard	Comfort
9 000	16 000	30 000

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).

BO "Aldartai", GC "Tatiana's" or similar

The objects of the Economy level accommodation are cozy comfortable houses (amenities on the floor or in the neighboring building).

Another option

BO "Aldartai", Camping hotel "Olkhon" or similar

The Standard level accommodation facilities are cozy rooms with their own bathroom.

Another option

Villa "Malina", TC "Saraisky" or similar

Comfort – a more spacious and comfortable room in comparison with the "standard" category, equipped with a modern design (shower and toilet inside).

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;
accommodation specified in the program;
meals specified in the program: breakfast (except for the first day), picnic lunch at Cape Khoboy, lunch on the way to Olkhon, lunch on the way to Irkutsk;
excursions specified in the program;
entrance to National Park;
guide services (if specified).

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Irkutsk and back;
meals, if specified in the program independently or at your own expense;
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.

It's important to know

Required: passport, MHI policy;
headdress (cap / hat / bandana);
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);
mosquito and tick repellents (recommended to purchase in Irkutsk);
personal first aid kit (if you need specific medicines);
rain cape (raincoat);
photo/video equipment (spare flash cards);
portable charger (power bank);
comfortable shoes (athletic shoes / sandals);
toiletries;
small backpack (for excursions and walks);
sealed packaging for documents;
insulated clothing (jacket / light hat / hoodies / thin gloves);
binoculars;
a seat (a tourist hob).

The tour operator reserves the right to swap excursions according to the tour program, replace them with equivalent ones in situations related to changes in weather conditions, force majeure or at the discretion of the organizer, but undertakes to fulfill the entire tour program and provide all excursions specified in it in full.
The tour is a combined group, the number of people in the tour can reach 18 people.
The tour program starts in the morning at 10.00. It is necessary to arrive in Irkutsk before 9:30 local time;
The end of the tour program is around 20:00 local time. Keep this in mind when planning the purchase of tickets.
A day before the start of the tour, a group will be created in the Telegram messenger, where all organizational information on the tour will be provided. Please install the Telegram app on your phone in advance.
Olkhon Island is reached by ice crossing in the winter season and by ferry in the summer.
In the off-season on khivus (hovercraft). If the ice crossing does not work for climatic reasons, then the tourist pays for the crossing on Khivus himself.
"Economy" is a one-room room with a number of beds according to the number of residents. Bathroom (shower and toilet) It is located on the floor or in an adjacent building and is shared by all hotel guests.
"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.
The tour operator does not guarantee the tourist accommodation in a specific hotel selected by the tourist from the list.
The tour operator has the right to replace the hotel listed in the list with a similar one in terms of category and cost.
The check-in involves the accommodation of up to 3 tourists in the room.
Each tourist is provided with a separate sleeping place.
If, for reasons beyond the control of the tour operator (cancellation or postponement of other tourists' accommodation with check-in on the same dates), there was no check-in at any point on the route, the tour operator has the right to put the tourist in an economy single room (shower and toilet on the floor or in an adjacent building).
The tourist, for whom there was no accommodation, has the opportunity to stay in a single room "standard" with an additional fee.
To do this, the tourist must independently check with the tour operator no later than 14 days before the start of the tour whether there was a check-in for him and inform him of his desire to make an additional payment for accommodation in a single room "standard".

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Reviews

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Vyacheslav Yeremeev

19 Dec, 2024

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Unforgettable experience

19 Dec, 2024
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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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