10:00 Gathering of the group at the Irkutsk airport.
Transfer to Listvyanka village.
The day of the beginning of the journey and exploring Lake Baikal.
We suggest starting it from the village of Listvyanka.
Perhaps one of the oldest Russian settlements on the shores of the great lake.
From time immemorial, Listvyanka has been the Gateway to Lake Baikal.
Now it has turned into a tourist center, with equipped attractions, museums, cafes, restaurants, hotels and riding centers.
In Listvyanka, we will take a sightseeing tour of the village with a visit to the observation deck of the famous Shaman stone, listen to the romantic legend of Lake Baikal, visit the current Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas. St. Nicholas the Wonderworker is the patron saint of all travelers and navigators.
Next, we will have an excursion to the Baikal Museum, where there are many exhibits telling about the flora and fauna of Lake Baikal.
Many animals can even be seen live in the aquariums located in the museum, including the cutest Baikal creature, the seal.
For indefatigable travelers, there is an opportunity to ride ATVs (for an additional fee.for a fee) along the forest shore of this picturesque lake.
This eventful day will end with a visit to the souvenir market adjacent to the fish rows, where you will be offered all the variety of Baikal fish cooked in various ways.
We assure you, you will not resist the temptation to try Baikal delicacies!
The length of the crossing: 65 km. Travel time: ~ 1 hour.
The power is on: lunch at the cafe.