Lighting the lights of Lake Baikal. New Year's Eve Tour

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A journey for those who dream of celebrating a holiday in the atmosphere of a snow fairy tale and endless fun! We did everything for this: we thought through the show program, chose a hall on the lake shore, included a unique restaurant on ice “Yeti Station” in the trip.

Imagine: transparent domes with a 360-degree view of Lake Baikal, a living fire inside and dishes of Siberian cuisine cooked with love. On New Year's Eve, we will dance a lot, have fun, get acquainted and warm our souls with taiga drinks.

The happy celebration will turn into a magical journey through the crystal kingdom. You will see the first ice, shining caves and shamanic Places of Power.

Location

Irkutsk

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Tour highlights

A luxurious New Year's banquet

We will spend an unforgettable festive night at a hotel on the lake shore

Dome restaurant on ice

We will become welcome guests of the unique restaurant on the ice "Yeti Station"

Let's feel ourselves in the role of a cajun

Let's get acquainted with charming huskies and conquer the icy expanses on a sled

Let's make New Year's wishes

We will hold a wish fulfillment ritual on the sacred Buddhist island of Ogoy

Ice drive

On the warm Khivus, we will explore crystal caves, grottos and splashes and meet a magical sunset

Fine dining

Let's taste Siberian dishes performed by the chef

Itinerary

Day 1 - Irkutsk is a Small Sea. Festive dinner
A long-awaited meeting at the Irkutsk airport, acquaintance with the team and the guide (9-10 am Irkutsk time).
Wasting no time, we rush to the shore of the lake!
On the way, we visit a local cafe, where we start tasting dishes of Baikal cuisine (not included in the price).
Try those same bouzas – a vivid manifestation of Buryat gastronomy.
Upon arrival at the Bay of the Small Sea, we will check into the hotel and relax from the road.
When you regain your strength, we invite you to an atmospheric walk among the ice.
We take champagne, high spirits and go on a Hivus to the crystal caves and splashes.
At sunset, this is a particularly fascinating sight.
The rays are reflected from the mirror surface and fill the space with a soft glow.
Let's continue to be filled with emotions at the New Year's Eve party!
We promise to make it awesome!
A sumptuous buffet is served in the panoramic restaurant.
Dance, enjoy delicious food, socializing and a sparkling holiday atmosphere.
Make wishes to the sound of the chimes and believe in their fulfillment – Baikal will help you with this!
Meals: festive dinner.

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Day 2 - The Small Sea. The restaurant is on ice. Dog sledding
The first task for today is to get enough sleep.
It turns out great in the fresh Baikal air!
Then you will continue the banquet: in the restaurant on the ice of the lake we will arrange a festive show with music, fun and dog sledding.
After that, a hot lunch is served for you in the transparent domes of the conceptual gastro-project “Yeti Station".
Enjoy Siberian dishes and taiga desserts with a view of the crystal space.
There will be time to walk around the territory, explore the ice objects, immerse yourself in history and take aesthetic photos.
The first evening of the year will end with a meeting of a bright sunset among the ice.
If desired, rent skates and conquer the largest natural skating rink in this world.
All day you will be surrounded by snow-covered panoramas, delicious food and a homely atmosphere where you feel like the most welcome guest.
Meals: breakfast, lunch at the Yeti Station ice restaurant, dinner.

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Day 3 - The Small Sea – Ogoy Island – Olkhon Island. Expedition to Khivus
Today you will understand why winter Baikal has so many fans!
During the expedition to Khivus you will see shining caves, labyrinths and grottoes.
In contrast to the first ice, an incredible landscape is created, for which guests from all over the world come.
Let's enjoy the luxury of the winter lake and go to the island of Ogoy.
The Buddhist Stupa of Enlightenment is located here.
Traditionally, to cleanse yourself of negative energy and fulfill your desires, walk around the Stupa 7 times.
On the route we will meet the sacred Shamanka rock – the Olkhon place of power surrounded by ice.
By lunchtime, the ship's captain will dock at the space restaurant "Yeti Station".
You will try new dishes, if possible, communicate with the authors of the project and learn its cosmic history: what do the symbols mean and where did the circles on the ice, similar to the drawings of an alien race, come from?
The evening is at our disposal – we will gather in the hotel restaurant, discuss the highlights of the holiday and arrange a final gastro dinner.
Meals: breakfast, lunch at the Yeti Station ice restaurant, dinner.

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Day 4 - Small Sea – Tagheran steppes – Irkutsk
Our winter journey is coming to an end.
We suggest you get up early and meet the magical dawn on the shore of Lake Baikal.
Believe me, these impressions will remain in your heart for a long time!
Finally, let's go on an exciting off-road trip through the Tazheran steppes.
We will show fabulous rock formations, caves with drawings of ancient people, lunar landscapes and panoramic views of snow-covered salt lakes.
In contrast to the snow-white expanses, get special pleasure from a hot lunch with fish soup, sandwiches with farm meat and mulled wine on northern berries (examples of dishes are indicated in the description. The menu is agreed separately).
After that, transfer to Irkutsk airport.
When you return to the usual rhythm of life, you will feel inspired to create new things!
And we will always be waiting for a charging vacation in Siberia!
Meals: breakfast, lunch-picnic.
Recommended departure time: 20:00.

Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Guest House

3 nights

Comfort

Midscale

The tour provides accommodation at the recreation center.

The surcharge for single occupancy is 16,000 rubles.

The Bayar Guest House is located near the marina of the village. Sakhyurt and in the immediate vicinity of Lake Baikal. Free parking space and paid Wi-Fi are provided.

The guest house has 10 rooms, some of them have panoramic windows overlooking the picturesque landscape and a seating area. All houses are equipped with a TV, a DVD player, a private bathroom and a terrace or balcony where vacationers can enjoy a cup of coffee or tea in the morning.

The guest house has a bar where guests can enjoy delicious desserts and drinks. In addition, guests can use the barbecue facilities and prepare meals outdoors.

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 16 tourists

Minimum age

6 years old

Duration

4 days 3 nights

Group meets at

Irkutsk

Included in price

transfers according to the program: Irkutsk – Small Sea – Ogoy Island – Tagheran steppes – Irkutsk, Mercedes-Benz Sprinter;
transfers according to the program: Ogoy Island – Olkhon Island (Shamanka rock), hovercraft (khivus);
transfer Small Sea – Tazheran steppes, UAZ;
accommodation at the Bayar base (3 nights) – double rooms of the standard category;
evening walk on Khivus 1 hour;
New Year's banquet on the basis of "Bayar" (0.250 alcohol is included in the banquet, to choose from);
the festive program on January 1st;
dog sledding (15 minutes);
excursion to the island Ogoy on khivus, Shamanka rock;
tour of the Tazheran steppes;
tickets to visit the national park;
meals according to the program:
- Day 1: Gala dinner;
- Day 2: breakfast, lunch at the Yeti Station ice restaurant, dinner;
- Day 3: breakfast, lunch at the Yeti Station ice restaurant, dinner;
- Day 4: breakfast, lunch-picnic.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Irkutsk and back;
alcohol/tobacco products;
services not specified in the program.

It's important to know

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

Dates and Prices

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$789

29 Dec, 2024 – 1 Jan, 2025 4 days 3 nights

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Anna

1 Nov, 2024

about provider

Many thanks to the tour providers, and a special shoutout to our guide Vera. The excursions were very interesting and informative, and the tour description on the website was completely accurate.

1 Nov, 2024

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