Two shores of Lake Baikal. Olkhon and Buryatia

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We propose to see the lake from different sides, more precisely from two shores: from Olkhon and from Buryatia.

The tour is for those who want to feel as much as possible! The guide will introduce you to the ethnics and culture of the two indigenous peoples of Lake Baikal. A real whirlwind of events and impressions awaits you!

You will see the maximum of locations, try the maximum of new dishes, and observe the maximum of Baikal nature.

Location

Irkutsk

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Tour highlights

The legendary Shaman

This location radiates powerful energy that helps to restore strength and health

Boat trips

Enjoy the magnificent views and the fresh Baikal breeze cutting through the water surface of the lake

Buddhist Stupa

If you walk around the stupa 7 times and make a wish, then it will definitely come true!

You'll lick your fingers

Let's try dishes of Buryat folk cuisine: poses, khushur, shulen, salted tea with butter and others

Barguzin Valley

This is a huge area with picturesque mountain slopes, rivers and Buddhist temples

Little India

Let's admire the architecture of urban structures and the special oriental flavor of Ulan-Ude

Itinerary

Day 1 - Irkutsk – Olkhon
Arrival at the airport and meeting with the group at the airport.
Transfer to Olkhon Island, which will be the first point of the program.
During the trip, we will stop at a local cafe where you can taste traditional Buryat cuisine (lunch at your own expense).
At the ferry crossing Baikal will meet you with a unique landscape, seagulls circling in the sky, spotlessly clear water and views of the Small Sea and Olkhon.
We will get to Khuzhir, the largest village on the island.
Let's stay at the hotel and have a little rest after a long journey.
In the evening, the guide will show you the sacred place – Shamanka Rock.
This amazing location radiates powerful energy that helps restore strength and health.
There are 13 sacred pillars of SERGE right in front of the rock, and the charming Sarai beach is located below.
After the walk, you can wander along the sand and enjoy the surrounding natural beauty.
Included: without power supply.

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Day 2 - Olkhon – Ogoy
Our next item on the program is a water excursion.
After breakfast, we board a boat and depart for the holy springs.
During this unforgettable walk, you will be able to feel the special energy of Lake Baikal, as well as admire the magnificent views of Olkhon Island.
First of all, we will visit the unique region of Lake Baikal – Surkhayte, famous for its healing springs.
The next stop on our route is Ogoy Island.
As soon as we get closer to the island, you will have a view of Cape Dragon, a rock that looks very much like the head of a mythical creature.
There is a Buddhist Stupa of Enlightenment on Ogoe.
According to the legends of Buddhist lamas, the stupa protects the region from negative energy and brings prosperity.
If you walk around the stupa 7 times and make a wish, then it will definitely come true!
We return to Olkhon in the evening.
One of the most impressive sights here is the sunset.
The number of sunny days on Olkhon reaches 300 per year!
For this reason, the sunsets here are especially unique.
Glowing and contrasting, they leave a mark on the memory for a long time.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch picnic.

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Day 3 - Olkhon – Cape Khoboy – Monakhovo
After breakfast, we head to the northern part of the island.
Cape Khoboy is a mystical and sacred place that evokes the atmosphere of ancient legends and myths.
The energy of this place is incredible.
Our guests often speak about this place: "It's like I've been to the edge of the world."
After you enjoy the surrounding beauty, we will arrange a picnic in the fresh air.
Charged with the spirit of the island, we will settle down on a speedboat and go on a long trip to the opposite shore.
During the 4-hour journey we will see picturesque bays, sandy coves and archipelagos of the Baikal islands.
By evening, we will step into the territory of the Republic of Buryatia and land in the village of Maksimikha.
We check into the cozy recreation center "Kumutkan" in the village of Monakhovo.
Meals included: breakfast, dinner, picnic lunch.

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Day 4 - Maksimikha – Barguzinskaya valley – Maksimikha
The Barguzin Valley is full of legendary locations: the Ulyun spring, the temple of the goddess Yanzhima, the Suva Saxony and much more.
Our acquaintance with this unusual region will begin with the Ulyun Arshan.
To get access to the healing water, it is necessary to present the owner of arshan with ritual gifts and listen to the traditional parting words.
Then we will go to the temple of the goddess Yanjima, which is located at the foot of Mount Barkhan.
This colorful building with green gates and bright yellow roofs looks amazing against a stunning landscape.
The goddess Yanjima has healing power and helps everyone who turns to her with the right prayer.
Next, the journey takes us to the Suva Saxony – a complex of rocks that resembles the ruins of a huge ancient castle.
Stone hulks create walls, and vertical elevations look like towers.
We will enjoy the rough natural beauty of this place and take a photo for memory.
We'll have a picnic in the valley for lunch.
You will taste juicy bouzas, fragrant boozers and crispy huushuurs.
After a busy day, we will return to Kumutkan, where we will relax and share our impressions.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch picnic.

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Day 5 - P. Maksimikha – Ulan-Ude – Ivlolginsky – Ulan-Ude
The last day of our stay in the middle of the taiga forest has come.
After a delicious breakfast, we leave for the capital of sunny Buryatia – the city of Ulan-Ude.
We will check into the Sagaan Morin 4* hotel (white horse).
This name has a deep meaning: in the culture of the Buryats, the white color symbolizes kindness, honesty and purity.
The hotel consists of sixteen floors with a beautiful view of the city.
Let's take a tour of the city of Ulan-Ude.
Different architectural styles are closely intertwined here.
Thanks to this, a unique oriental flavor is created in the city.
The central datsan of Rinpoche Bagsha, the world's largest sculpture of Lenin's head and the monumental building of the Opera and Ballet Theater – all this we will visit during the tour.
The guide will introduce you to the culture of the region while walking along the central streets and the elegant embankment.
We will have time to get acquainted with another high-profile attraction. Just to the west of the city is the Ivolginsky Datsan, the center of Russian Buddhism.
In the late afternoon, we will go to a colorful restaurant for dinner together (not included in the price).
Here we will discuss all our new experiences and enjoy a good wine.
At the end of the day, you have two options.
The first is to stay overnight at the Ulan–Ude hotel and fly home the next morning.
The second option is to take a train to Irkutsk in the evening.
The cost in two versions remains the same.
Meals included: breakfast.

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Day 6 - Departure
Breakfast (upon check-in at the hotel in Ulan-Ude).
Completion of the program and independent departure to Irkutsk / Ulan-Ude airport.

Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

3 nights
Camp Site

2 nights

Comfort

Upscale

The tour includes accommodation in hotels in standard rooms, room amenities.

The surcharge for single occupancy is 17,000 rubles.

LakePlace Guest House is located in the village of Khuzhir. It offers barbecue facilities and a terrace. The guest house has a shared kitchen and a shared lounge. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Free private parking is available on site. An airport shuttle service is available for an additional fee. Each room is equipped with a private bathroom. Some rooms have a balcony, while others overlook the lake. A continental breakfast is served daily.

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 16 tourists

Minimum age

6 years old

Duration

6 days 5 nights

Group meets at

Irkutsk

Included in price

meeting at 9:00 am at the airport or railway station in Irkutsk;
guide support;
comfortable transfer minibus Mercedes Sprinter (or equivalent): Irkutsk – O. Olkhon; P. Maksimikha – Ulan-Ude;
accommodation on Olkhon Island: guest house "Lake Place": 2-bed comfortable room (with in-room amenities);
accommodation in Maximikha village: Kumutkan Park Hotel: 2-bed comfortable room (with in-room amenities);
accommodation in Ulan-Ude: Sagaan Morin Hotel: 2-bed comfortable room (with in-room amenities);
guided walking tour to Shamanka Rock, Sarai beach and 13 sacred pillars of Serge;
boat trip to the island Ogoy: visit the Surkhaite area, the Buddhist Stupa of Enlightenment.
car tour to Cape Khoboy on the UAZ: P. Kharantsy – M. Sagan-Khushun – M. Khoboy;
transfer by speedboat on Lake Baikal: Olkhon Island – Maximikha village;
car tour of the Barguzin Valley: Ulyun Arshan – Temple of the goddess Yanzhima – Suva Saxony;
visit to the Ivolginsky datsan;
admission to the national Park;
meals according to the program:
- Day 1: Not included;
- Day 2: Breakfast, lunch picnic;
- Day 3: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner;
- Day 4: Breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner;
- Day 5: Breakfast;
- Day 6: Breakfast.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Irkutsk and back from Ulan-Ude;
alcohol and tobacco products;
dinners on Olkhon, lunches on the 1st and 5th days;
tickets to the Nationalpark for visiting the Ushkany Islands;
insurance, including against the tick;
transfer to the airport on the 6th day in Ulan-Ude.

It's important to know

Windbreaker. Must hev is a waterproof windbreaker, preferably with a Gore-tex or Omni-Tech membrane, for example, Columbia or Helly Hansen. The jacket made of light fabric washes well after a hike to the caves and dries quickly.
A warm jacket. It can be cold in the evenings and in rainy weather. If you are cold, choose clothes made of material marked Windblock – it reliably protects from rain and wind. For example, Bask has them. For those who catch a cold easily, we recommend taking another light jacket and hat.
A baseball cap or a panama hat. In summer, the sun bakes here no worse than in the southern resorts. Without a headdress, it is easy to get sunstroke or heat stroke. Choose a light-colored headdress.
Long socks. In the Baikal region, ticks are most active in May and July. And although there have been no outbreaks of encephalitis in recent years, you should not forget about precautions. Take several pairs of classic long socks so that you can tuck your pants into them before going into the forest.
T-shirts and T-shirts. Take with you some cotton T–shirts and some synthetic ones made of a material with the DryFit system - they remove moisture from the skin and dry quickly. Look in Nike's collections.
Shorts. They will become everyday clothes on hot days. Shorts made of elastic material, such as 4WayStretch, are suitable.
Sweatpants. Any fleece pants, tights or regular sweatpants will do. If you are traveling for more than a week, take two pairs – one that dries quickly and is warm for the evening.
Running shoes. There are no paved roads here, so it is most convenient to move around in light and quick-drying shoes, which are available from Asics, Nike and Salomon.
Trekking boots. You can expect long walks on the rocks, at the foot of the mountains, wet and slippery soil. If you buy shoes before traveling, be sure to carry them in advance, otherwise you will have to glue corns all the way. Shoes should be light, waterproof and well fixed foot. North Face, Keen and Scarpa have such models.
Sandals. It is good if they are with foot fixation or closed toe. Pay attention to the models from Salomon with the Contagrip sole – it provides better grip on the soil.
Flip-flops or slates. They will be useful in the room if there is a cold floor, as well as for going to the sauna or swimming pool. There are no special requirements for them, the main thing is that they do not slip, and it is convenient for you.
A sports bag. Suitcases are too bulky, so they are inconvenient to transport. Choose bags with sturdy handles and the option of cross-body socks. High-quality and indestructible models are made by North Face.
A small backpack. It is convenient for transitions / crossings and is indispensable for hiking. One backpack for two is enough, with a volume of no more than 20 liters and a rain cape. For example, Osprey and Arcteryx produce models with a convenient frame. There you can put a camera, thermos, snack, hat, documents.
Sunglasses. The sun is active at high altitudes, UV rays can damage the eyes. Choose glasses with light polarization – they reduce glare from water and snow, protect the eyes and do not distort color perception. They are useful when skiing or boating on a yacht. In order not to run into a fake, buy an accessory from well-known brands, for example, RayBan and Oakley.
Sunscreen. You can get burned in one day, so you will have to protect your skin daily. Choose a convenient spray format or a compact stick with high SPF.
Medicines. We recommend collecting a universal mini-first aid kit: antipyretics, painkillers, diarrhea remedies that facilitate digestion, antihistamines, antibiotics, etc. Unusual climate, seafood delicacies – it is unknown how the body will react, so it is better to be safe.
A sports bag. Suitcases are too bulky, so they are inconvenient to transport. Choose bags with sturdy handles and the option of cross-body socks. High-quality and indestructible models are made by North Face.
A small backpack. It is convenient for transitions / crossings and is indispensable for hiking. One backpack for two is enough, with a volume of no more than 20 liters and a rain cape. For example, Osprey and Arcteryx produce models with a convenient frame. There you can put a camera, thermos, snack, hat, documents.
Repellents against ticks and mosquitoes. There are not many insects, but it can be problematic to buy funds on the spot, so count on it to last until the end of the vacation. It is worth taking aerosols to treat clothes and creams that are applied to the body.
Bathing trunks/swimsuit. If you are waiting for spa treatments, bathing in thermal springs, baths, do not take swimsuits with metal jewelry or rhinestones - they burn the body and lose their appearance from external influences. Choose simple sports models.
Clothes for sleeping. While traveling, there are overnight stays in winter quarters or at recreation centers, where it can be cool at night. Warm pajamas will help you stay warm and have a good rest. Many travelers replace pajamas with thin thermal underwear.
A headlamp. It will provide optimal visibility in the dark when you return to the hotel after a long tour or gatherings around the campfire. Don't forget to put a couple of spare batteries with it.

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