The Baikal wanderer. Excursions to the KBZHD and rest on Olkhon

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Irkutsk, KBZHD, Olkhon – in these three short words, kilometers of endless Baikal expanses, snow-white and pink beaches, an ancient railway, inaccessible cliffs, a unique Buddhist stupa and a meeting with an original merchant city are hidden.

A rich program covering the main attractions provides for one free day on the sunny island of Olkhon. Our experienced guides will be happy to help you plan your perfect day on Lake Baikal, whether it's a bike ride, fishing or a relaxing day. We are sure that such a combination of days on the route will make your tour to Lake Baikal unforgettable!

Location

Irkutsk

Sightseeing tours

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Tour highlights

The history of Irkutsk

We will visit the city's founding site, the Angara River embankment, the Moscow Gate and the historical quarter

The "Golden Buckle" of the Russian steel belt

We will see the most beautiful and most expensive railway in Russia

Olkhon's business card

Take a walk to the famous Shamanka Rock and see the stunning sunset

Healing springs

We will take a boat trip along the route "Healing springs – Ogoy Island"

A varied vacation

We will have a free day for cycling, catamarans, quad bikes or relaxing holidays

Itinerary

Day 1 - Getting to know Irkutsk
Meeting at 09:30 with a guide at the airport or train station, acquaintance.
Departure for a sightseeing tour of the city.
Irkutsk is a merchant city with an interesting history, in 2021 it turned 360 years old.
We will visit the city's founding site, the Angara River embankment, the Moscow Gate, and the historical quarter.
After the tour, accommodation in hotels.
Free time. You can visit the Decembrist Museum and the nerpinary on your own.
Food: independently at your own expense.

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Day 2 - Circum-Baikal Railway
Early in the morning we go on an excursion "Circum-Baikal Railway".
First, we take the bus to the village of Listvyanka (there is no time to explore the village itself).
From Listvyanka, we ferry to the Port of Baikal, where we board the Circum-Baikal Express tourist train.
At 11 o'clock we set off on a journey along the old railway.
KBZHD is called the "golden buckle" of the Russian steel belt, it was built back in tsarist times and is rightfully the most beautiful and most expensive railway in Russia.
You will see unique architectural structures, tunnels and stone galleries and, of course, incomparable views of Lake Baikal. During the tour, there are supposed to be stops where you can walk through the KBZHD tunnel with a flashlight (personal).
Arrival in Irkutsk late in the evening.
Transfer to the hotels.
Meals: breakfast and lunch are included in the price of the tour. Dinner is self-paid.

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Day 3 - Olkhon Island
In the morning we take minibuses to Olkhon, the largest and most beautiful island of Lake Baikal.
The journey time will take 5-6 hours.
After sailing by ferry through the Olkhonsky Gate Strait, we get to the island.
Another 35 km away, and we are on the spot – in the village of Khuzhir – this is the tourist capital of the island.
Accommodation at the hotel.
In the evening, a walking tour to the Shamanka rock, which is the hallmark of Olkhon.
Meals: breakfast and dinner. Lunch is paid for independently.

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Day 4 - Excursion to Cape Khoboy
We have breakfast and are going on an excursion.
Today you will have a trip to the northernmost part of the island – Cape Hoboy.
The tour will allow you to see unique natural landscapes: sand dunes and stilt trees, white marble cliffs and steep shores.
Once on Khoboy, you will understand how big and beautiful Lake Baikal is, because there will be endless expanses of water around you that merge with the horizon.
Khoboy has been revered by locals since ancient times and is considered a holy place, so you should not take any objects, move stones and shout loudly here.
After a delicious and satisfying lunch, we go to Cape Shunte or, as it is popularly called, "Cape of Love".
The guide will tell you where this name came from.
Return to the base.
Supper.
Meals: breakfast, picnic lunch and dinner are included in the price of the tour.

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Day 5 - A water trip to O. Ogoy and holy springs
Breakfast.
Today you will have a boat trip along the route "Healing springs – Ogoy Island".
After sailing through the Small Sea, the ship arrives at the picturesque where there is a Silver spring with healing water.
After drinking the healing water and having a delicious lunch, we go further to the island of Ogoy.
At Ogoe you will touch the Buddhist shrine – the Stupa of Enlightenment.
The stupa is dedicated to Dakini Tromo Nagmo, the Buddhist goddess, which suppresses all negative manifestations around the world.
Here you can make a wish and walk around the Stupa clockwise three times – according to legend, everything you have planned should come true.
Return to the base.
Supper.
Meals: breakfast, picnic lunch and dinner are included in the price of the tour.

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Day 6 - Rest on the shore of Lake Baikal
You have a free day today – plan it yourself.
Here are some options for your vacation on Lake Baikal:
tour to the southern part of the island. We promise you will be amazed at how many surprises the seemingly monotonous steppe hides in itself;
fishing on Lake Baikal. Experienced fishermen will tell you the local ways and tricks of fishing;
cycling around Olkhon, catamaran riding, ATV rental and much more;
visit to the museum of local lore, a trip to the ethno-complex “Buryat village".
These excursions are paid for independently.
Meals: breakfast, dinner are included in the price of the tour. Lunch is paid for independently.

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Day 7 - Return to Irkutsk
Breakfast.
Transfer to Irkutsk by buses and minibuses, the journey time is about 6 hours.
Stop at a roadside cafe (self-catering).
The end of the program in Irkutsk (approximate arrival from 16 to 19 o'clock, Kirov Square).
Meals: breakfast is included in the price of the tour. Lunch and dinner are paid for independently.

Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

2 nights
Camp Site

4 nights

Comfort

Basic+

The tour provides accommodation in 2/3-bed rooms in Irkutsk (2 nights) and on Olkhon Island (4 nights) in several options to choose from:

The economy version of the tour includes:

accommodation in a hotel in Irkutsk – 2-bed comfortable standard room;
accommodation at the hotel on Olkhon – 2-bed economy room, shower and toilet on the floor for 4 rooms.

The standard version of the tour includes:

accommodation in a hotel in Irkutsk – 2-bed comfortable standard room;
accommodation at the hotel on Olkhon is a 2-bed comfortable standard room.

Hotels can be replaced with similar ones.

The cost of the tour is for 1 person. for different accommodation options, RUB.:

Dates	Economy	Standard
July 28 - August 3, August 4-10, August 11-17, August 18-24, August 25-31	68 900	76 900
Surcharge for single occupancy	8 000	13 500

The discount on the tour for children under 12 years old is 20%.

This three-star hotel is located next to the Irkutsk City Administration building on Kirov Square. It offers a large spa area with a beauty salon and 3 restaurants serving international cuisine. Free Wi-Fi is available. All rooms are decorated in bright colors. A sauna is available at the Angara Hotel. Massage and beauty treatments are available. Dental services are provided.

All rooms and suites at the Angara Hotel are decorated in a modern style. Standard amenities include air conditioning, a desk and a hairdryer.

Flamingo and Peking Duck restaurants are open at the Angara Hotel. Guests can also visit the London Pub and the elegant VIP billiard Club.

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 15 tourists

Minimum age

5 years old

Duration

7 days 6 nights

Group meets at

Irkutsk

Included in price

meeting at 09:30 am (local time) at the airport or at the railway station in Irkutsk;
accommodation in a hotel in Irkutsk (2 days);
accommodation in a hotel on Olkhon (4 nights);
day tour of the Circum-Baikal Railway;
meals according to the program:
- 1 day – not included;
- Day 2 – breakfast, lunch;
- Day 3 – breakfast and dinner;
- Day 4, 5 – breakfast, lunch-picnic and dinner;
- Day 6 – breakfast, dinner;
- Day 7 – breakfast;
guided tours according to the program:
- sightseeing tour of Irkutsk;
- sightseeing tour to Cape Burhan;
- car tour to Cape Khoboy;
- water tour Healing spring – Ogoy Island.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Irkutsk and back;
meals in Irkutsk, on KBZHD and in roadside cafes;
transfer at the end of the tour to hotels, railway station, airport, etc.;
additional services not specified in the program or specified in the program for an additional cost;
personal expenses.

It's important to know

We recommend that you have it with you:

personal first aid kit:
- first aid supplies (bandage, cotton wool, patch, analgesics, antiseptics);
- medications needed for gastrointestinal disorders;
- in the presence of chronic diseases – medications that you usually take;
warm clothes (windbreaker, headdress) – for boat trips;
raincoat;
sneakers (waterproof shoes or have a replaceable pair);
swimsuit, lightweight headdress for sun protection;
tick repellent;
sunscreen;
flashlight (optional, for passing the KBZHD tunnel).

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Reviews

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Anastasia

30 Oct, 2024

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Everything was perfectly organized, and the itinerary was very well planned – from transfers and accommodations to the excursions themselves. I especially enjoyed the trip along the Circum-Baikal Railway, Listvyanka, and the enchanting Olkhon Island. Plus, we were lucky with the weather: we encountered heavy rain only when leaving Irkutsk; the rest of the time was dry and sunny. Our guide Alexander was wonderful and attentive. We learned so many new things and even took a swim in Lake Baikal!

30 Oct, 2024

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