Ice Age on winter Lake Baikal

The famous Baikal ice and iconic locations – Olkhon, Listvyanka, Sandy Bay. On this tour, we will have informative excursions, unforgettable impressions of meeting with Lake Baikal and a sea of amazing photos to remember.

Location

Russia, Irkutsk
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Duration
7 Days
6 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • Dates for next season
    • 2 – 8 February, 2025
    • 4 – 10 February, 2025
    • 7 – 13 February, 2025
    • 9 – 15 February, 2025
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Accommodation
  • Hotel
    6 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+
  • Midscale
Difficulty
Moderate
Involves moderate physical activity
Group
Up to 18 people
Minimum age
5 years old
Group meet at
Russia, Irkutsk
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Unearthly landscapes of the Tazheran steppes
Landscapes really transport you to some kind of alien reality!
The sacred island of Olkhon
We will visit a place of power and especially powerful energy
Buddhist Stupa of Enlightenment
There is a belief that if you walk around the stupa 3 times and make a wish, it comes true.

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival in Irkutsk. Sightseeing tour to Listvyanka, Taltsy Museum

    Place and time of the group gathering: 

    • the Angara Hotel (Sukhbaatar str., 7, Irkutsk) in the period from 09:00 to 09:30 local time;
    • Irkutsk airport at 10:00.

    You will be met and picked up on a group transfer, and you will go towards Listvyanka along the picturesque Baikal highway.

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

    On the way we will visit an interesting place – the open-air museum "Taltsy".

    We will learn a wonderful legend about Lake Baikal and Angara, we will see the mythical Shaman Stone.

    After the tour, you will check into a hotel in Listvyanka, and you will have time to walk along the embankment, there is a fish market within walking distance — we recommend going there, there is a wide variety of not only fish, but also local herbs, teas, berries, as well as souvenirs. 

    Tomorrow you will go to the hidden pearl on Lake Baikal, a place of incredible beauty!

    Accommodation in Listvyanka.

    Rest. 

    Included in the price: group transfer, guide, excursions, accommodation.

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  • Day 2 - Excursion to Sandy Bay
  • Day 3 - Listvyanka – Olkhon
  • Day 4 - Cape Khoboy
  • Day 5 - Excursion to the south of the island Olkhon
  • Day 6 - Return to Irkutsk. Free time
  • Day 7 - Departure
Difficulty
Involves moderate physical activity

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    6 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+
  • Midscale

The tour includes accommodation in a hotel.

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

  • Standard110,000 rubles;
  • The surcharge for single occupancy is 30,000 rubles;
  • Comfort140,000 rubles;
  • The surcharge for single occupancy is 51,000 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) 3 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) 1 night
Krestovaya Pad Group of Companies or similar (standard tariff) or Krestovaya Pad Group of Companies or similar (comfort tariff) 2 nights

Tour conditions

Group
up to 18 tourists
Minimum age
5 years old
Duration
7 days 6 nights
Group meets at
Russia, Irkutsk

Included in price

  • transfers according to the program; 
  • meals specified in the program (breakfast (except day 1), picnic lunch at Cape Khoboy, lunch on the way to Olkhon, lunch on the way to Irkutsk);
  • habitation; 
  • excursions specified in the program;
  • habitation;
  • tour guides;
  • the entrance to the National Park.

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;
  • 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);
  • The seat (tourist hob);
  • Thermos (optional);
  • Binoculars (optional);
  • Required: Passport, MHI policy.
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Dates and Prices

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    2 – 8 Feb, 2025 7 days 6 nights
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Reviews

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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
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    Vadim
    2 Dec, 2024
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    Everything was flawlessly organized, from the airport pickup to the thoughtful follow-up after the tour ended, with the tour team offering recommendations on how to spend time in Irkutsk.
    2 Dec, 2024
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    Galina
    21 Oct, 2024
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    Excellent work!
    21 Oct, 2024