Two shores of Lake Baikal. Sightseeing tour

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During the eight days of the dynamic program, you will visit Olkhon Island, Chivyrkuysky Bay, Ulan-Ude and Listvyanka village. Sandy beaches and warm bays, the famous Shamanka Rock and Cape Khoboy, hot springs and untouched nature of Lake Baikal, fascinating landscapes and places of power are waiting for you. You will get acquainted with the rich cultural traditions of the Baikal land, visit a Buddhist temple and see the great lake in all its splendor.

Location

Irkutsk

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Tour highlights

Outdoor recreation

Let's go to Chivyrkuy Bay and relax in the hot springs

Ivolginsky datsan

We will visit the center of Buddhism in Russia, the most famous datsan of Buryatia

Listvyanka

There are several exciting excursions waiting for us in the village, including the Baikal Museum with charming seals

Itinerary

Day 1 - Olkhon
Arrival in Irkutsk.
Meeting at 09:30 with a guide at the airport or at the railway station in Irkutsk.
Transfer to Olkhon Island by minibus (280 km, travel time about 6 hours).
Arrival in the village of Khuzhir, the tourist center of the island, accommodation.
Walking tour to Cape Burkhan (Shamanka rock), the abode of the main deity of Olkhon, a sacred place revered since the appearance of the first shamans.
Supper.
Meals included: lunch, dinner.
Day 2 - Ogoy Island
Breakfast.
Today you have an excursion to the island of Ogoy, which will allow you to enjoy the beauty of the Small Sea.
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.
Return to the base, dinner.
Meals included: breakfast, picnic lunch and dinner.
Day 3 - Free day
Breakfast.
Today we offer you one free day to spend it on your own.
You can rent a bike to explore the island, go horseback riding, kayak or board.
Meals included: breakfast and dinner.
Day 4 - Cape Khoboy
Breakfast.

Early in the morning departure by off-road vehicle (UAZ) to the northern tip of the island, Cape Khoboy.

The road to Khoboy passes through the northern part of the island – the most picturesque places of Olkhon, which remain in the memory of all tourists for a long time.

After lunch, we start crossing Lake Baikal from Olkhon Island to Barguzin Bay. Along the way, we will swim through the deepest and widest place of Lake Baikal.

In the evening, arrival at Ust-Barguzin village. Accommodation in a guest house.

The power is on: breakfast, lunch, picnic, dinner.
Day 5 - Chivyrkuysky Bay
Breakfast.

Today the group goes on an excursion to one of the most famous places of Lake Baikal – Chivyrkuysky Bay, where you can swim in hot springs and take therapeutic baths.

The tour takes you through the picturesque places of the bay, where you can enjoy an excellent view of the islands, gently sloping shores, densely forested.

After lunch, you will visit the hot thermal spring in Zmeinaya Bay, where you can swim.

In the evening, return to the recreation center.

The power is on: breakfast, lunch, picnic, dinner.
Day 6 - Ulan-Ude. Ivolginsky Datsan
Breakfast.

Departure by minibus to Ulan-Ude.

Arrival in Ulan-Ude.

Lunch.

After lunch, an excursion to Ivolginsky Datsan, the main center of Buddhism in Russia.

Supper.

In the evening, boarding the train (compartment) to Irkutsk.

On the way (to Ulan-Ude): 4 hours. On the way (from Ulan-Ude to Irkutsk by train): 9 o'clock.
Meals included: breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Day 7 - Listvyanka village, Taltsy, Baikal Museum, Chersky stone
Arrival in Irkutsk in the morning at 7:30.

Breakfast, early check-in at a hotel in Irkutsk.

After a little rest, we go by minibus to Listvyanka (at about 10 o'clock).

On the way, we will visit the open-air architectural and ethnographic museum – Taltsy, where we will inspect ancient wooden buildings, get acquainted with the life of the indigenous peoples of the Baikal region.

After Taltsov, we go to Listvyanka.

Lunch at one of the cafes in the village.

After lunch, we will visit the Baikal Museum, where you will get acquainted with the underwater world of Lake Baikal.

After visiting the museum, we will climb the Chersky stone, where there is a good observation deck with a wonderful view of Lake Baikal.

Return to the hotel.

Meals included: breakfast and lunch. Dinner is on your own at your own expense.
Day 8 - Departure
Breakfast.

Room release is up to 12 o'clock.

Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

4 nights
Guest House

2 nights
Train

1 night

Comfort

Basic+

The tour provides accommodation in hotels:

Irkutsk (1 day): 2-bed standard hotel room (shower and toilet in the room);
Olkhon (3 days): 2-bed standard hotel room (shower and toilet in the room);
Ust-Barguzin (2 days): 2-bed standard room in the guest house (shower and toilet in the room);
1 night in a train compartment.
The surcharge for single occupancy is 23,000 rubles.

Please specify the details when booking the tour.

The Ibis Irkutsk Center Hotel is located in Irkutsk, 2 km from Irkutsk Train Station. Free Wi-Fi is available on site. Guests can visit the ibis Kitchen restaurant. All rooms are equipped with air conditioning and a flat-screen TV. Slippers, free toiletries and a hairdryer are provided.

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 15 tourists

Minimum age

7 years old

Duration

8 days 7 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 Irkutsk: 2-bed hotel room (shower and toilet in the room);
Irkutsk – Olkhon transfer (minibus);
accommodation on Olkhon: 2-bed standard room (shower and toilet in the room);
excursion to Cape Burkhan (on foot);
Ogoy Island tour (boat);
excursion to Cape Khoboy (UAZ);
Olkhon Island – Ust-Barguzin transfer (boat);
meals according to the program:
- Day 1 – lunch, dinner;
- Day 2 – breakfast, lunch, picnic and dinner;
- Day 3 – breakfast and dinner;
- Days 4, 5 – breakfast, lunch-picnic, dinner;
- Day 6 – breakfast, lunch, dinner;
- Day 7 – breakfast and lunch;
- Day 8 – breakfast.
accommodation in Ust-Barguzin/Maximikhe in the guest house: 2-bed room (shower and toilet in the room);
sightseeing tour of Chivyrkuy Bay (boat);
transfer Ust-Barguzin – Ulan-Ude (minibus);
excursion to Ivolginsky datsan (minibus);
railway tickets Ulan-Ude – Irkutsk (train, compartment car);
Irkutsk – Listvyanka transfer (minibus);
tickets to Taltsy;
tickets to the Baikal Museum;
lift tickets;
insurance.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Irkutsk and back;
additional transfers not specified in the program;
meals at roadside cafes;
additional services not specified in the program or specified for an additional fee.

It's important to know

We recommend that you have it with you:

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

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Reviews

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Alina Vasilyevna

21 Dec, 2024

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The tour was meticulously planned and thoughtfully organized. The managers were always available, promptly responding to any questions via our preferred messaging app. From the moment we arrived, everything ran smoothly—no confusion or issues. We were warmly welcomed, taken to our destination, and comfortably settled in. Throughout the tour, our guide Denis was a constant presence—a knowledgeable mentor and someone genuinely invested in ensuring we had a fantastic experience. A heartfelt thanks to Big Country and the local team for making our dream come true! ❤️

21 Dec, 2024
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Yulia

1 Dec, 2024

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The organization was meticulous, with every detail carefully planned—no overlaps or delays, everything ran smoothly and on schedule. The food was delicious, and the accommodations were excellent. I loved everything!

1 Dec, 2024

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Victor

25 Nov, 2024

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Our guide was Denis Nizhegorodsky. He is a true professional, a master of his craft who clearly loves what he does. His approach to the group was both caring and highly knowledgeable.

25 Nov, 2024

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