The classics of Lake Baikal

The Baikal Classics Tour is a 5–day tour of the most beloved and famous places on Lake Baikal. You will visit Olkhon Island – a place that must be visited! Make a kind of “time travel” by walking on excursions to architectural monuments of wooden architecture or taking a train along the Circum-Baikal railway, get acquainted with flora and fauna at the limnological museum of Lake Baikal in Listvyanka and much more!

Location

Russia, Irkutsk
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$1,310
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Duration
5 days
4 nights
Departures
12 - 16 Jun
17 - 21 Jun
20 - 24 Jun
2 - 6 Jul
7 - 11 Jul
10 - 14 Jul
12 - 16 Jul
17 - 21 Jul
Or request private custom tour
Any dates between 1 Jul and 26 Aug are available.
Accommodation
  • or
    Hotel, Camp Site
    2 nights
  • Hotel
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+
  • Midscale
  • Upscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
From 2 to 18 tourists
Minimum age
2 years old
Group meet at
Russia, Irkutsk
Contact the tour coordinator
Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

The Guardian of Lake Baikal
We will see an almost eight-meter bronze sculpture by the famous sculptor Dasha Namdakov
Circum-Baikal Railway
We are waiting for a day trip along Lake Baikal on a comfortable train
Taltsy Museum
Immerse yourself in the authentic historical atmosphere at the Museum of Wooden Architecture

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Arrival in Irkutsk. Excursion to the Taltsy Museum and Listvyanka village

    After arriving in Irkutsk, your summer adventure to Lake Baikal begins! (meeting place: Angara hotel or airport, the organizer will send the exact time the day before).

    As soon as the group gathers at the agreed time, you will go to Lake Baikal to a popular tourist village on the shore – Listvyanka.

    The road to Listvyanka runs along the picturesque Baikal highway, popularly called "Baikal Rublevka" – this is where the elite suburban real estate of Irkutsk is located.

    The track is comfortable and beautiful: There are trees on the sides, as a rule, there are no traffic jams.

    The village is located about 70 km away from Irkutsk.

    After about an hour of travel, you will already see Lake Baikal!

    On the way to Listvyanka, you will stop at the Taltsy Open-air museum.

    Taltsy is an architectural and ethnographic museum, which contains examples of wooden architecture of the past centuries.

    It is located on the picturesque shore of the Angara River surrounded by the Siberian forest, which gives it an authentic look and an authentic historical atmosphere.

    The guide will conduct an exciting tour, after which you will go further to Listvyanka.

    On the way you will see the legendary Shaman Stone, which is associated with a beautiful legend.

    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 first-hand information about Lake Baikal anywhere.

    The day will end with a return to Irkutsk and check-in at the hotel. You will have a free evening to spend relaxing and walking around the city.

    You will see: Taltsy Architectural and Ethnographic Museum, Baikal Limnological Museum, Shaman-Kamen, Listvyanka.

    Included in the price: accommodation, excursion to Listvyanka and Taltsy, guide, group transfer, entrance tickets to the museum.

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  • Day 2 - KBZHD tour
  • Day 3 - The road to Olkhon. The Golden Horde Ethnic Park
  • Day 4 - Excursion to the north of Olkhon Island to Cape Khoboy
  • Day 5 - Farewell to Olkhon. Return to Irkutsk
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • or
    Hotel, Camp Site
    2 nights
  • Hotel
    2 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+
  • Midscale
  • Upscale

During the tour we will stop in Irkutsk and Olkhon island.

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:

  • Economy – accommodation at a recreation center or in a hotel (facilities on the floor or in a neighboring building);
  • 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.:

Economy StandardComfort
95 000105 000147 000

Surcharge for single occupancy for 1 person, RUB.:

EconomyStandardComfort
7 00016 00030 000

The possible placement options are shown below.

  • 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 (everything is included as for an adult: seat, meals).
  • Children from 5 to 10 years old are given a 15% discount (everything is included as an adult: seat, meals).
Baikal Mini-hotel or Olkhon Camping Hotel  or 2 nights
Baikal Mini-hotel

It is located on the island of Olkhon in the picturesque area of the village of Khuzhir, 150 m from Lake Baikal. Due to the excellent location of the hotel, the most significant attractions of the island are within walking distance for tourists – Shamanka Rock and Sarai beach, as well as all the necessary infrastructure: cafes, shops, souvenir shops, etc.

The rooms are decorated in a rustic style and offer views of Lake Baikal, the beach and the coniferous forest. It offers a cafe with panoramic lake views and free Wi-Fi. The accommodation offers 2-bed Standard rooms (with shower and toilet in the room) and 2-3-bed Economy rooms (shower and toilet on the floor for 4 rooms).

The rooms are located in wooden buildings and are heated in winter (central heating), furnished with comfortable, cozy furniture.: two single beds or one double bed, desk, chairs, wardrobe, mirror, TV. The 3-bed rooms have an extra single bed.

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Olkhon Camping Hotel 

It is located near the water and the center of the village of Khuzhir. The hotel has a hot shower, separate well-equipped toilets, a cafe with 100 seats, a volleyball court, a picnic area, gazebos, and an army tent for corporate events. The entire territory is covered by a Wi-Fi zone.

For accommodation, we offer: Standard rooms in a well-maintained building, luxury cabins, as well as an Economy summer building. The total capacity is 100 people.

The cabins have everything you need for a comfortable stay.: double bed, wardrobe with mirror, table, chairs, rugs. 

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Another option
Shamanka Recreation Center

It is located in the village of Khuzhir, on the island of Olkhon. There is a beach within walking distance. Sarai Bay and one of the nine shrines of Asia — Shamanka Rock. It offers a terrace, free Wi-Fi and free private parking.

The hotel offers 8 rooms with a capacity of up to 3 people from economy class. In the rooms: two single beds or one double bed, bedside tables, mirror.

On the territory of the recreation center there is a spacious dining room with 30 seats in a panoramic hall with a view of Lake Baikal. A continental breakfast and an a la carte breakfast are served every morning.

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Another option
Recreation center "Nabaymar Manor"

There is constant electricity at the campsite (in the village Khuzhir had electricity installed in 2005).

Guest house No. 1 is unsettled.

  • Capacity: 13 people;
  • ground floor with a shared veranda – dining room;
  • second floor with a balcony;
  • number of rooms 3;
  • There are 4 beds in two rooms and 5 in one room.

Room description: single beds, mirror, storage shelves, wardrobe. The urban-type bathroom in the neighboring building is free of charge: toilet, sink, shower cabin with hot water.

Guest house No. 2 is semifurnished (bathroom on each floor).

Capacity: 36 people (32 main seats, 4 additional seats places);

Ground floor with a shared veranda;

  • number of rooms – 7;
  • There are 2, 3, 2+2 additional beds in one room. places;

Second floor:

  • number of rooms – 7;
  • There are 2, 3, 2+2 additional beds in the rooms. places;

This house has Economy and Economy family rooms.

Room description: 1 double bed or one 2-double bed (bed linen, towels), wardrobe, mirror, bedside table, satellite TV, electric heater, 2 extras in family rooms. seats (one double sofa). An urban-type bathroom on each floor is free of charge: toilet, sink, shower cabin with hot water.

Guest house No. 3 is well–equipped (bathroom in each room).

Capacity: 24 people (16 main seats, 8 additional seats places).

Ground floor:

  • number of rooms – 4;
  • There are 2+1 additional beds in one room. seat (sofa);

Second floor:

  • number of rooms – 4;
  • There are 2+1 additional beds in the rooms. seat (sofa);

Standard rooms are located in this house.

Room description: two 1-double beds or one 2-double bed (bed linen, towels, shower gel), wardrobe, mirror, bedside tables, single sofa, satellite TV, electric heater. Bathroom in the room: toilet, sink, shower with hot water.

Guest house No. 4 is well-equipped (bathroom in each room).

Capacity: 24 people (16 main seats, 8 additional seats places).

Ground floor:

  • number of rooms – 4;
  • There are 2+1 additional beds in one room. seat (sofa);

Second floor:

  • number of rooms – 4;
  • There are 2+1 additional beds in the rooms. seat (sofa);

Standard rooms are located in this house.

Room description: two 1-double beds (bed linen, towels, shower gel), wardrobe, mirror, bedside tables, single sofa, satellite TV, electric heater. Bathroom in the room: toilet, sink, shower with hot water.

Additional services:

  • dining room (delicious dishes of Russian and Buryat cuisine, only complex meals);
  • The playground is free of charge;
  • Parking is free;
  • Wi-Fi in the dining area is free of charge.
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The BaikalWood Hotel&Spa

BaikalWood Hotel&Spa is a country hotel made of eco-friendly materials and located in the village of Khuzhir, Irkutsk region. The convenient location away from the noise of the city will allow guests to feel peace and unity with the incredible Baikal nature. The hotel's rooms include several cozy rooms with panoramic lake views, equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay, including serviceable appliances and such pleasant little things as a tea set and a hairdryer. Each room has a private bathroom with disposable toiletries. 

Guests can order lunch at the Siberian cuisine restaurant: the chef offers the best varied menu at reasonable prices. A hearty breakfast is served every morning. The hotel also has a Lounge bar "Sarai". The hotel offers: outdoor hot tub, sauna complex and spa, heated summer pool.

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Villa Malina Hotel

The hotel is located on the shore of Lake Baikal. Internet access, a parking space, and bicycle rental are available at your service. Tour service is provided.

The rooms are standard and family, all have a bathroom with shower and toilet. All necessary upholstered furniture is available.

A hearty and delicious breakfast is served in the restaurant. Russian and European dishes are served for lunch and dinner.

There are several attractions nearby: N. M. Revyakin Museum of Local Lore, Shamanka Rock.

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Matryoshka Hotel or The Fregat Hotel or 2 nights

Tour conditions

Group
From 2 to 18 tourists
Minimum age
2 years old
Duration
5 days 4 nights
Group meets at
Russia, Irkutsk

Included in price

  • group transfer throughout the tour; 
  • meals specified in the program: 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches;
  • excursions described in the tour program;
  • habitation;
  • guide services (where stated in the program of the day);
  • 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.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour
  • Required: passport, MHI policy;
  • headdress (cap / hat / bandana);
  • 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);
  • mosquito and tick repellents (recommended to purchase in Irkutsk);
  • 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 / sandals);
  • toiletries;
  • small backpack (for excursions and walks);
  • sealed packaging for documents;
  • insulated clothing (jacket / light hat / hoodies / thin gloves);
  • binoculars;
  • a seat (a tourist hob).
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    Elena Vyatkina
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    17 Dec, 2024
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    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!
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    Vadim
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    2 Dec, 2024
    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.