Legends of Lake Baikal and sacred springs

The first meeting with Lake Baikal is always remembered for a long time and affects the subsequent impression of the trip. 

We do everything so that after our tour you will have only positive feelings and vivid emotions! 

And we promise that a trip to Lake Baikal and Olkhon will fill you with happiness and joy!  

Location

Irkutsk
from
$765
$673
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Duration
6 Days
5 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • Dates for next season
    • 21 – 26 July, 2025
    • 23 – 28 July, 2025
    • 25 – 30 July, 2025
    • 28 July – 2 August, 2025
or
Accommodation
  • Camp Site
    3 nights
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 16 people
Minimum age
6 years old
Group meet at
Irkutsk
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Arshan's Wealth
We will go to the mountain waterfalls, visit the market with local products, drink water from a mineral spring
Picnic at the "edge of the world"
Let's have a delicious picnic with a gorgeous view of Cape Khoboy
Traditional local cuisine
If desired, we will try dishes of Buryat folk cuisine: juicy bouzas or fragrant boozler

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Irkutsk – Olkhon

    In Irkutsk, you will get to know the rest of the group (arrival before 8:30 and arrival from the train before 8:30).

    After that, we settle down in comfortable cars and immediately leave for Olkhon.

    On the way there is a stop at a cafe where you will have the opportunity to taste traditional Buryat cuisine – juicy bouzas or fragrant boozler (self–paid).

    There are also plans to stop at the monuments to the Eagle and the Tramp. 

    Here you will discover amazing landscapes of the ancient steppes and the waters of Lake Baikal. 

    On the island, you will check into a cozy hotel, take a break from the road, and then go for a walk to Shamanka Rock.

    You will pass 13 pillars of Serge, which have a sacred meaning in the traditional nomadic culture and represent the sons of heavenly spirits. Shamanka is a great place to take an important oath, say a prayer, take stock and start a new life stage. 

    Even after many years, the rock still stores powerful energy that will help you start the process of renewing your own powers. 

    After that, we will go down to Saraisky beach, where we will sit by the sandy shore, enjoy the sunlight and admire the local views. 

    At the end of a busy day, we admire the beautiful Olkhon sunset and go to rest.

    Included: without power supply.

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  • Day 2 - Olkhon – Cape Khoboy – Olkhon
  • Day 3 - Free day
  • Day 4 - Olkhon – Irkutsk
  • Day 5 - Irkutsk – Arshan
  • Day 6 - Hot springs on request
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Camp Site
    3 nights
  • Hotel
    3 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale

The tour includes accommodation in a hotel in standard rooms, room amenities:

  • Olkhon: recreation center "Olkhonsky teremas"/Olkhon base (3 nights) or similar in class;
  • Irkutsk: Zvezda Hotel (1 night) or a similar class;
  • Arshan: Tuyana Hotel (1 night) or similar in class.

Surcharge for single occupancy: 9,500 rubles.

Recreation center "Olkhonsky teremas" 3 nights

The hotel is located in the village of Khuzhir, 400 meters from the famous Cape Burkhan– the hallmark of Olkhon. There are nine rooms in our hotel. Dishes of traditional Olkhon cuisine made from Baikal omul will not leave you indifferent. Our family mini-hotel is not a government place, it is our home that we love, which we have built and equipped for our family. But we live in a unique place: people from all over the world strive to see the beauty of Olkhon, wonderful sunrises and sunsets, sandy beaches and majestic cliffs, visit sacred places. That's why we started inviting guests to our house.

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The Zvezda Hotel 2 nights
Tuyana Hotel 1 night

Tour conditions

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

Included in price

  • meeting at the airport or railway station;
  • transfers along the entire route;
  • the guide's work throughout the entire route;
  • accommodation in comfortable double rooms of the "standard" category;
  • meals according to the program:
    • 1 day – not included;
    • Day 2 – breakfast; lunch-picnic
    • Day 3 – breakfast;
    • Day 4 – breakfast;
    • Day 5 – breakfast;
    • Day 6 – breakfast;
  • off-road vehicle tour (UAZ) to Cape Khoboy;
  • permission to visit the Baikal National Park.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Irkutsk and back;
  • additional services not specified in the program or specified in the program for an additional cost:
    • speedboat tour to Ogoy Island;
    • excursion to the Nile Desert and Tunka Valley.
  • additional meals are not specified in the program or are indicated at an additional cost.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • Windbreaker. Must hev is a waterproof windbreaker, preferably with a Gore-tex or Omni-Tech membrane, for example, Columbia or Helly Hansen. The jacket made of light fabric washes well after a hike to the caves and dries quickly. 
  • A warm jacket. It can be cold in the evenings and in rainy weather. If you are cold, choose clothes made of a material marked Windblock – it reliably protects from rain and wind. For example, Bask has them. For those who catch a cold easily, we recommend taking another light jacket and hat.
  • A baseball cap or a panama hat. In summer, the sun bakes here no worse than in the southern resorts. Without a headdress, it is easy to get sunstroke or heat stroke. Choose a light-colored headdress.
  • Long socks. In the Baikal region, ticks are most active in May and July. And although there have been no outbreaks of encephalitis in recent years, you should not forget about precautions. Take several pairs of classic long socks so that you can tuck your pants into them before going into the forest.
  • T-shirts and T-shirts. Take with you some cotton T–shirts and some synthetic ones made of a material with the DryFit system - they remove moisture from the skin and dry quickly. Look in Nike's collections. 
  • Shorts. They will become everyday clothes on hot days. Shorts made of elastic material, such as 4WayStretch, are suitable. 
  • Sweatpants. Any fleece pants, tights or regular sweatpants will do. If you are traveling for more than a week, take two pairs – one that dries quickly and is warm for the evening.
  • Running shoes. There are no paved roads here, so it is most convenient to move around in light and quick-drying shoes, which are available from Asics, Nike and Salomon. 
  • Trekking boots. You can expect long walks on the rocks, at the foot of the mountains, wet and slippery soil. If you buy shoes before traveling, be sure to carry them in advance, otherwise you will have to glue corns all the way. Shoes should be light, waterproof and well fixed foot. North Face, Keen and Scarpa have such models.
  • Sandals. It is good if they are with foot fixation or closed toe. Pay attention to the models from Salomon with the Contagrip sole – it provides better grip on the soil. 
  • Flip-flops or slates. They will be useful in the room if there is a cold floor, as well as for going to the sauna or swimming pool. There are no special requirements for them, the main thing is that they do not slip, and it is convenient for you.
  • A sports bag. Suitcases are too bulky, so they are inconvenient to transport. Choose bags with sturdy handles and the option of cross-body socks. High-quality and indestructible models are made by North Face. 
  • A small backpack. It is convenient for transitions / crossings and is indispensable for hiking. One backpack for two is enough, with a volume of no more than 20 liters and a rain cape. For example, Osprey and Arcteryx produce models with a convenient frame. There you can put a camera, thermos, snack, hat, documents.
  • Sunglasses. The sun is active at high altitudes, UV rays can damage the eyes. Choose glasses with light polarization – they reduce glare from water and snow, protect your eyes and do not distort color perception. They will be useful during skiing or boating on a yacht. In order not to run into a fake, buy an accessory from well-known brands, for example, RayBan and Oakley. 
  • Sunscreen. You can get burned in one day, so you will have to protect your skin daily. Choose a convenient spray format or a compact stick with high SPF.
  • Medicines. We recommend collecting a universal mini-first aid kit: antipyretics, painkillers, diarrhea remedies that facilitate digestion, antihistamines, antibiotics, etc. Unusual climate, seafood delicacies – it is unknown how the body will react, so it is better to be safe. 
  • A sports bag. Suitcases are too bulky, so they are inconvenient to transport. Choose bags with sturdy handles and the option of cross-body socks. High-quality and indestructible models are made by North Face. 
  • A small backpack. It is convenient for transitions / crossings and is indispensable for hiking. One backpack for two is enough, with a volume of no more than 20 liters and a rain cape. For example, Osprey and Arcteryx produce models with a convenient frame. There you can put a camera, thermos, snack, hat, documents. 
  • Repellents against ticks and mosquitoes. There are not many insects, but it can be problematic to buy funds on the spot, so count on it to last until the end of the vacation. It is worth taking aerosols to treat clothes and creams that are applied to the body. 
  • Bathing trunks/swimsuit. If you are waiting for spa treatments, bathing in thermal springs, baths, do not take swimsuits with metal jewelry or rhinestones - they burn the body and lose their appearance from external influences. Choose simple sports models.
  • Clothes for sleeping. While traveling, there are overnight stays in winter quarters or at recreation centers, where it can be cool at night. Warm pajamas will help you stay warm and have a good rest. Many travelers replace pajamas with thin thermal underwear.
  • A headlamp. It will provide optimal visibility in the dark when you return to the hotel after a long tour or gatherings around the campfire. Don't forget to put a couple of spare batteries with it.
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Dates and Prices

  • $673
    21 – 26 Jul, 2025 6 days 5 nights
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  • $673
    23 – 28 Jul, 2025 6 days 5 nights
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  • $673
    25 – 30 Jul, 2025 6 days 5 nights
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  • $673
    28 Jul – 2 Aug, 2025 6 days 5 nights
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  • $673
    30 Jul – 4 Aug, 2025 6 days 5 nights
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