The Southern ring of Lake Baikal

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On this tour, you will fall asleep and wake up with a view of Lake Baikal, get up in the morning to start the day with a swim and watch the sunsets on the shore. You will find yourself in a forest fairy tale, drink from the heart of Lake Baikal and explore the ancient railway tunnels. A little bit of hedonism, a little privacy, a slight slowdown and a huge amount of fun!

Location

Irkutsk

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Tour highlights

Boat trip

We will see Lake Baikal from the water and cross the water surface on a speedboat

Windows on Lake Baikal

We will fall asleep to the sound of the Baikal waves and admire the lake right from the window of our room

Cable car

It will take our breath away from the beauty when climbing Mount Sobolinaya

The legendary Baikal strawberry

The delicious berry will impress us with its size, color and stunning aroma

Tankhoi Nature Reserve Trails

We will breathe in the smells of herbs, resins and pine needles, walking along the Cedar Alley of the reserve.

The Golden Buckle of Russia

Let's plunge into the atmosphere of tsarist Russia by walking through the ancient tunnels of the KBZHD

Itinerary

Day 1 - Irkutsk – Taltsy – Listvyanka
Today you will find:
take a trip back in time several centuries ago, finding yourself in the open-air museum "Taltsy";
you will see Lake Baikal for the first time;
get acquainted with the unique flora and fauna of Lake Baikal in the Limnological Museum;
have lunch in the atmospheric cafe of the author's Siberian cuisine;
admire the panoramic view of the source of the Angara river from the observation deck;
you can take a walk at the local fish market, where, in addition to the gifts of Lake Baikal, you will find many different souvenirs.
09:00-10:00 We all meet together with the guide and begin our journey.
10:00-10:45 We leave Irkutsk and go towards the village of Listvyanka.
10:45-12:15 We stop at the ethnographic museum "Taltsy", more like a Siberian village, to begin acquaintance with the history and way of life of the inhabitants of the Baikal lands.
After the guided tour, we will have a snack.
12:15-12:45 And we will go to the village of Listvyanka.
12:45-13:45 We will have lunch in a secluded corner of these places with the romantic name "Valley of Dreamers".
13:45-14:00 Transfer to the next point of the program, where the treasures of the Baikal Limnological Museum are waiting for us.
14:00-15:30 On the tour you will see Baikal fish with seals and make a simulated dive to the bottom of Lake Baikal.
15:30-15:45 And now we will go to the chairlift.
15:45-16:45 We will take it up to the Chersky Stone observation deck, marvel at the views and go down.
16:45-17:00 Transfer to the hotel.
17:00 We check into cozy rooms and enjoy our vacation.
Meals: lunch at the Valley of Dreamers cafe.
Place of residence: Baikal Hotel, Deluxe double rooms.

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Day 2 - Listvyanka – KBZHD – Tankhoy
Today you will find:
marvel at the greatness of the Circum-Baikal Railway;
you will see Lake Baikal from the water and cross the water surface on a speedboat;
you will visit Cape Polovinny, where the longest and shortest tunnels of the KBZHD are built;
you will find yourself in the Far East;
you will be alone in a cozy room with a panoramic view of Lake Baikal;
spend a cozy evening playing board games;
Until 09:45 We gain strength at breakfast for an active day.
09:45-10:00 Transfer to the pier.
10:00-12:30 Boarding a speedboat, transfer to the KBZHD.
12:30-13:30 Arrival at Polovinnaya station, lunch at a local cafe.
13:30-14:30 Atmospheric walk along the Circum-Baikal Railway and exploring its ancient tunnels.
14:30-16:30 Transfer to the Eastern shore of Lake Baikal.
16:30-18:00 Arrival in the village of Tankhoy, located on the shore of Lake Baikal, where cozy rooms and relaxation await you.
18:00-19:00 Delicious dinner and exchange of impressions from a busy day.
Meals: breakfast at the hotel, picnic lunch (lunch boxes), dinner at the guest house.
Place of residence: guest complex "Windows on Lake Baikal", double rooms of the Standard category.

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Day 3 - Tanhoy
Today you will find:
take a walk through the taiga jungle and undergo an aromatherapy session with cedar resin and pine needles;
you will see a forest waterfall hidden from prying eyes;
swim in an icy mountain river with crystal clear water;
meet a local gamekeeper who will tell you the secrets and stories of the forest;
you will admire the night sky, strewn with billions of stars.
We have breakfast until 10:00 and go on an adventure.
10:00-10:30 Transfer to the Central Estate.
10:30-13:00 Briefing and departure for a walking tour along cedar alley, where you will be amazed by the aromas of pine needles, and the attentive eyes of chipmunks will follow you from behind the trees and shrubs.
13:00-13:40 Lunch-picnic surrounded by cedars and ferns.
13:40-16:30 We continue our walk by climbing to the waterfall on the Osinovka River and enjoying solitude with nature.
16:30-17:00 Return to the Central Estate, transfer to the guest complex.
17:00-18:00 Is the time to rest, when you are left to yourself and your feelings from today.
18:00-19:00 Delicious Siberian dinner.
Meals: breakfast at the guest house, picnic lunch, dinner at the guest house.
Place of residence: guest complex "Windows on Lake Baikal", double rooms of the Standard category.

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Day 4 - Tankhoy – Baikalsk – Irkutsk
Today you will find:
visit the Baikal Zapovedny interactive visitor center, which is not at all like a classical museum;
you will see the endless Baikal from the top of the mountain;
drive along the scenic road along Lake Baikal;
We have breakfast until 10:00 and pack our things for the return trip.
10:00-11:15 Non-boring excursion to the modern Baikal Nature Reserve visitor center.
11:15-12:30 Transfer to Baikalsk.
12:30-13:00 The breathtaking beauty of the chairlift ascent to Mount Sobolinaya and enjoying the view.
13:00-14:00 Lunch in a high-altitude panoramic cafe.
14:00-14:45 We also go down on the lift and go towards Irkutsk.
14:45-15:45 on the way, stop at the famous pomegranate beach and walk.
15:45-19:00 Transfer to Irkutsk.
19:00 Arrival in Irkutsk.
Completion of the program.
Meals: breakfast at the guest house, lunch at the cafe.

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

1 night
Guest House

2 nights

Comfort

Upscale

The tour includes accommodation at the Baikal Hotel and in the guest house “Windows on Lake Baikal".

The surcharge for single occupancy is 10,900 rubles.

The cost of an individual tour for 1 person, depending on the size of the group:

for a group of 6 people – 95,300 rubles;
for a group of 4 people – 129 600 rubles;

Modern design, fresh renovation, large selection of rooms. An arboretum and a museum are within walking distance. The highlight of the hotel is that it is located on a hill. The windows overlook the lake.

Deluxe Twin Baikal View Room

Two separate beds measuring 900x200 cm
Personal use items
Towels
Tea Station
Iron + ironing board
TV
Mini bar
Free Wi-Fi

Tour conditions

Group

up to 8 tourists

Minimum age

8 years old

Duration

4 days 3 nights

Group meets at

Irkutsk

Included in price

services of a professional guide;
transfers according to the program;
meals: breakfasts in hotels, lunches during excursions, dinners at the guest house on days 2 and 3;
Baikal hotel Listvyanka village, standard double rooms, 1 night;
guest house with windows on Lake Baikal, Tankhoy village, double rooms of standard category, 2 nights;
visit to the Taltsy Museum and the Baikal Limnological Museum;
tickets for the chairlift to the Chersky stone observation deck;
FR speedboat rental on the Listvyanka – KBZHD – Tankhoy route;
guided tour of the eco-trail accompanied by a gamekeeper;
visit to the Baikal Nature Reserve Visitor Center;
tickets for the chairlift to Mount Sobolinaya.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Irkutsk and back;
alcohol and tobacco products;
souvenir products;
additional excursions and entertainment;
accommodation in Irkutsk on the 4th day;
Meals: breakfast and dinner on the 1st day, dinner on the 4th day;
a sauna is optional;
sightseeing tour of Irkutsk on request.

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.

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23 – 26 Jul, 2025 4 days 3 nights

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