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To see the sacred lake and the island of Olkhon in a golden robe, to get acquainted with its endemic nature, beautiful views. To soak up the energy of the lake when there are no crowds of tourists, and to feel and hear a conversation with Lake Baikal alone is possible only on an autumn tour!

In September, the water is still warm (by Baikal standards), and therefore you can plunge into the waters of the sacred lake! You will visit fascinating excursions, visit historical sites, relax your soul and recharge your "internal batteries" on this tour!

Location

Russia, Irkutsk

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Tour highlights

Immersion in history

We will visit the open-air museum, where wooden buildings from different centuries are collected

The capital of Siberia

We will drive through historical places and get acquainted with the history of the Irkutsk prison

Shamanka Rock

Let's feel the energy of this place ringing in the air

"The Guardian of Lake Baikal"

We will see an impressive modern sculpture made by the famous sculptor Dashi Namdakov

Itinerary

Day 1 - Listvyanka tour and the Taltsy Museum
A vacation on Lake Baikal in autumn is a unique opportunity to enjoy the beauty of nature in a calm environment, take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city and get an indelible impression of this amazing place.
After arriving in Irkutsk, you will head towards Listvyanka along the picturesque Baikal highway to explore Lake Baikal.
Listvyanka is a kind of tourism Mecca among all visitors to Irkutsk, the starting point of many sightseeing routes around Lake Baikal.
This is the closest place to the city where you can see the Pearl of Siberia.
Before reaching Listvyanka, you will visit an amazing and interesting place – the Taltsy open-air museum.
This is a museum that has incorporated architectural wooden exhibits from different centuries.
Located in a picturesque location, it seems to immerse you in another time with its atmosphere.: This is how the inhabitants of different times, their way of life and lifestyle are seen.
Approaching Listvyanka, you will learn a fascinating and beautiful legend about Lake Baikal and Angara, and you will see the legendary Shaman Stone.
After that, visit the Baikal Museum, which not only conducts expositional and educational activities, but also continues to engage in serious scientific research, and therefore you will not find such information about Lake Baikal "first-hand" anywhere.
This day will end in Irkutsk — tomorrow you will get to know the city better!
You will see: the Taltsy Architectural and Ethnographic Museum, the Baikal Limnological Museum, the Shaman Stone, and the fish market.
Included in the price: group transfer; guided tour; guide services; accommodation.

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Day 2 - Sightseeing tour of Irkutsk
Today will be marked by an introduction to the capital of Eastern Siberia, Irkutsk.
Irkutsk is an ancient Siberian city that arose on the site of the Siberian prison.
Tourists are interested, first of all, in the wooden architecture, which harmoniously fits into the urban environment – this is a unique example of the neighborhood of modernity and historical heritage.
Irkutsk has about 685 historical and cultural monuments.
You will drive through historical sites, and your guide, who is an expert on the history of the city, will tell you interesting facts, introduce you to the history of Irkutsk prison, tell you about architecture and wooden architecture, prominent figures in the history and culture of Russia, whose activities were inextricably linked with Irkutsk.
The seemingly ordinary buildings, sculptures and monuments will open from a different perspective, you will feel the spirit of the times in a modern city.
The duration of the tour is 3-4 hours.
After the tour, you will have free time to walk around the neighborhood on your own and feel the life of the city more deeply.
You will find churches, museums, monuments, a public garden, and the Angara embankment.
The price includes: group transfer, accommodation, breakfast, guided tour, guide services.

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Day 3 - Irkutsk — Olkhon Island
Today begins the journey to the heart of Lake Baikal – the island of Olkhon.
Olkhon is a truly unforgettable and one of the most famous places on Lake Baikal, which is rightfully called a place of power and especially powerful energy!
Olkhon is considered a sacred territory, a concentration of shamanism in Central Asia.
It is visited by pilgrims from all over the world. According to legend, Genghis Khan is buried here.
You will depart from Irkutsk at approximately 10 a.m.
The path will run through picturesque views – you will touch the charm of Baikal nature on the way to Olkhon, painted in warm and rich golden autumn shades, it is especially admirable!
Your way to the ferry crossing will be along the "Martian Road", as our tourists often say about the Tajeran steppes.
The landscapes really transport you to some kind of alien reality!
Arriving on the island, you will settle in its center – the village of Khuzhir.
In the evening, you have free time to spend exploring the surroundings of the village.
Within walking distance from the hotels on Olkhon is the calling card of Lake Baikal – Cape Burkhan (Shamanka rock).
Shamanka is one of the attractions of the Baikal National Park.
Tourists note the energy of the place ringing in the air, you can feel it on your skin and it's hard to find words to express delight!
After enjoying the beautiful views, imbued with the energy of the sacred place, your first day on Olkhon is coming to an end.
Tomorrow you will have an even closer look at Lake Baikal and Olkhon.
You will find Cape Burkhan, ferry crossing, Tazheran steppes.
The price includes: breakfast, group transfer, accommodation, lunch on the road.

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Day 4 - Excursion to Cape Khoboy
Today you will immerse yourself even more in the atmosphere of Olkhon Island.
After breakfast, you will go on an excursion to the picturesque part of the island – to the north, to Cape Khoboy.
It is worth noting that the weather on Lake Baikal is excellent in autumn, the air temperature is not as high as in summer, which makes walking around the surroundings especially pleasant.
From the village of Khuzhir, we will first go to the observation deck in the village of Kharantsy and explore the Lion's Head and Crocodile Islands in the distance.
From the outside, it looks like a big stone crocodile is trying to catch up with a huge stone lion!
Next, our way through a picturesque location called the Sandy tract!
There are very interesting places here: a popular summer beach with pomegranate sand, and there used to be a fish factory where prisoners of a small gulag worked.
Along the way, you will also see Cape Sagan-Khushun (or "Three Brothers"), a sheer cliff of snow–white marble, after which we will reach Cape Khoboy.
The cape is located in the very north of the island.
Its name translates from the language of the local population as "fang", and indeed, the rocky steep shores in these places resemble animal fangs.
Being near the edge of the cape, Lake Baikal seems endless, you can feel its greatness!
On the way back, you will visit Cape Lyubov (or Cape Shunte-Levy).
Locals say that childless couples used to come to the cape, and after rituals and prayers, they would soon have children.
It is believed that the cape has not lost its magical power to this day.
You will also see with your own eyes the unusual and impressive creation of the famous sculptor Dasha Namdakov "The Keeper of Lake Baikal" — this is his gift to Lake Baikal.
The sculpture is located at some distance from the roads, on a hill.
The "Guardian" looks extremely authentic and majestic!
In the middle of the day, you will refresh yourself by eating a fragrant lunch against the backdrop of the golden Baikal nature!
The tour takes place with stops in the most beautiful places where you can take wonderful photos for memory.
You will find: Cape Sagan-Khushun; Cape Khoboy; Cape Lyubov; sculpture "Keeper of Lake Baikal".
The price includes: accommodation, breakfast, excursion to the north of Olkhon Island, group transfer, picnic lunch, permission to visit the national park, dinner.

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Day 5 - 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.
The price includes: group transfer, breakfast, lunch on the way from Olkhon.

Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

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Camp Site, Hotel

2 nights
Hotel

2 nights

Comfort

Midscale
Upscale

The tour includes accommodation in hotels and recreation centers in Olkhon (2 nights) and Irkutsk (2 nights).

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.:

Standard – a comfortable room equipped with a private bathroom (shower and toilet), with a 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 depends on the selected rate for 1 person, RUB.:

Standard	Comfort
56 000	71 000

Surcharge for single occupancy for 1 person, RUB.:

Standard	Comfort
11 000	22 000

Check-in is possible on the tour.

Kopylov Manor, Aldartey, Rybak Manor, Nikita Bencarov Manor, Olkhon Camping Hotel

Standard level accommodation facilities — cozy rooms with a private bathroom on Olkhon Island.

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Another option

Apartments on Pushkin 28, Baikal Terra

Standard level accommodation facilities — cozy rooms with a private bathroom on Olkhon Island.

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Another option

Villa Malina, BaikalWood Eco Lodge Spa, Baikal Khan, Port Olkhon

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

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Tour conditions

Group

From 4 to 18 tourists

Duration

5 days 4 nights

Group meets at

Russia, Irkutsk

Included in price

transfers throughout the tour;
meals according to the program (breakfast, except for 1 day, lunch-picnic at Cape Khoboy, 2 lunches);
excursion to the northern part islands;
habitation;
permission to visit 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;
ice crossing on Khivus (depends on climatic conditions).

It's important to know

Headdress (hat / cap on a sunny day);
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);
rain cape (raincoat);
photo/video equipment (spare flash cards);
portable charger (power bank);
comfortable shoes (athletic shoes / boots);
warm clothes (jacket / hoodies / gloves);
toiletries;
small backpack (for excursions and walks);
the seat (tourist hob);
thermos (optional);
binoculars (optional).

Required: passport, MHI policy.

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Dmitry

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19 Dec, 2024

This tour operator is excellent.
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Elena Vyatkina

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17 Dec, 2024

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!

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Alexey

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3 Dec, 2024

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!

The autumn charm of Lake Baikal. Listvyanka — Irkutsk — Olkhon Island