Fabulous winter on Lake Baikal

The transparent ice of winter Lake Baikal, the purest air, stunning landscapes and a rich excursion program await you on this tour. You will visit Ogoy Island, where the Buddhist stupa of Enlightenment is located, then go to Cape Khoboy and learn the fascinating legend of Cape Sagan-Khushun, visit one of the most beautiful places on Lake Baikal – Sandy Bay, and many other interesting sights.

Location

Russia, Irkutsk
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$979
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Duration
6 Days
5 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • 8 – 13 February
    • 16 – 21 February
    • 22 – 27 February
    • 1 – 6 March
or
Accommodation
  • Guest House
    2 nights
  • or
    Camp Site, Guest House
    1 night
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Basic+
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 16 people
Minimum age
14 years old
Group meet at
Russia, Irkutsk
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

The original Baikal transport
Let's take a trip on the ice of Lake Baikal on Khivus
Inhabitants of Lake Baikal
We will visit the interactive Baikal Museum in Listvyanka
Shaman Culture
We will visit the sacred place – Shamanka rock, and learn about shamanism on Lake Baikal
An ancient Siberian city
Let's take a walk around Irkutsk with a guide

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - The Small Sea

    Guided tours in the tour (priority) can be rearranged by day without changing the volume and quality of services provided.

    Meeting at Irkutsk airport at 9:00-10:00.

    Transfer Irkutsk – Olkhon.

    Lunch at a cafe.

    National Buryat cuisine.

    14:00 arrival in Sakhyurt village.

    Tour of the southern part of the Small Sea.

    Today we will visit the Olkhon Gate Strait, then we will move along the southern part of the island of Olkhon with stops in the most interesting places.

    On the way, we will definitely visit the largest island in the Small Sea, Ogoi (2 km walk on the ice). to one side), where the Buddhist stupa of enlightenment is located.

    As a sign of respect for a culture we are not familiar with, we will walk through the Mountain clockwise to purify ourselves from the deeds that we have committed in our present and past lives.

    You need to walk along the stone path without turning off thoughts, doubts, or worries.

    To enlighten consciousness and purify thoughts, you need to complete 108 laps!

    18:00 arrival at the hotel complex.

    19:00 dinner at the hotel.

    Meals: lunch, dinner.

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  • Day 2 - Excursion "Journey to the ends of the Earth!"
  • Day 3 - Sandy Bay
  • Day 4 - Listvyanka is the business card of Lake Baikal
  • Day 5 - Taltsy Open-air Park Museum. Irkutsk
  • Day 6 - Departure
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Guest House
    2 nights
  • or
    Camp Site, Guest House
    1 night
  • Hotel
    1 night
Comfort
  • Basic+

The tour provides accommodation on Olkhon Island (standard), in the village. Listvyanka (standard) and Irkutsk (standard).

The surcharge for single accommodation is 17,500 rubles/5 nights.

The possible placement options are presented below.

Nikita Bencarov's Manor Hotel 2 nights

Featuring a private bar, Nikita Bencarov Manor Hotel is located in the village of Khuzhir. Guests can relax on the terrace. Room service is available. Free private parking is available on site. An airport shuttle service is available for an additional fee.

All rooms at the Nikita Bencarov Manor Hotel have a wardrobe, towels and bed linen. Accommodation in a Standard room.

A buffet breakfast is served.

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The Angara Hotel or The Air Harbor Hotel 1 night
The Demidov Manor Hotel or The Cedar Hotel 1 night

Tour conditions

Group
up to 16 tourists
Minimum age
14 years old
Duration
6 days 5 nights
Group meets at
Russia, Irkutsk

Included in price

  • double accommodation in guest houses, tourist complexes, estates (according to the program);
  • guided tours included in the program, including entrance fees;
  • meals specified in the program (day 1 lunch, dinner, day 2 breakfast, lunch, dinner, day 3 breakfast, lunch, days 4, 5, 6 breakfast);
  • all types of transfers according to the program: minivan/minibus on the highway, UAZ;
  • services of a guide, a tour guide;
  • payment for a permit to visit the Baikal National Park.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Irkutsk and back;
  • rental of ice floats;
  • skate rental;
  • bathhouse;
  • accommodation in Irkutsk before the start of the route;
  • meals not specified in the program.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • suitcase/bag/backpack + small backpack for active excursions;
  • individual first-aid kit: medicines for you personally, adhesive tape, elastic bandage, cream;
  • documents: passport, compulsory medical insurance policy – to pack in an airtight package;
  • flashlight (with a spare set of batteries);
  • photo camera;
  • toiletries (toothbrush, etc.);
  • Shoes: comfortable shoes for the season! Boots/felt boots/winter boots/EVA boots;
  • replaceable shoes: favorite slippers;
  • socks – 2 p., warm wool socks – 2 p.;
  • change of linen;
  • thermal underwear is warm;
  • insulated trousers and jacket are windproof – you can wear a ski insulated suit or a down jacket. Windproof with a hood!
  • comfortable indoor clothing (tracksuit, jeans + T-shirt);
  • T–shirts/turtlenecks - the quantity is at your discretion;
  • a warm sweater or fleece (it is much lighter in weight and easy to dry);
  • hat + scarf, you can wear a balaclava;
  • mittens/gloves;
  • sunglasses;
  • sunscreen (snow strongly reflects sunlight!);
  • thermos flask/water bottle.
Are plane tickets included in the price of the tour?
Is insurance included in the price of the tour?

Dates and Prices

  • $979
    8 – 13 Feb 6 days 5 nights
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  • $979
    16 – 21 Feb 6 days 5 nights
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  • $979
    22 – 27 Feb 6 days 5 nights
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  • $979
    1 – 6 Mar 6 days 5 nights
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  • $979
    8 – 13 Mar 6 days 5 nights
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Reviews

  • O
    Olga
    29 Dec, 2024
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    Everything was top-notch!!! Thank you so much for the excellent organization!!
    29 Dec, 2024
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    Natalia
    28 Dec, 2024
    about provider
    Everything was impeccably organized, with no hiccups at all. The coordination was seamless. Our group consisted entirely of travelers aged 50 and above, but that didn’t stop us from exploring the most remote and stunning spots around Lake Baikal. We were fortunate to have the wonderful guide Irina Perlova, who made it all possible. Many thanks to the tour operator for an unforgettable experience.
    28 Dec, 2024
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    Sergei
    19 Nov, 2024
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    Everything was great
    19 Nov, 2024