Velvet autumn on Lake Baikal

Autumn on Lake Baikal is bright colors, endless expanses, pleasant weather, many original and mysterious places. The path will take you to the island of Olkhon, in different parts of which there are capes, rocks, the names of which speak for themselves – Shamanka Rock, peak of Love and others. This is a rare opportunity to see the lake from different points and merge with nature, walking along, absorbing local legends, secrets and wisdom of the indigenous people. 

Location

Irkutsk
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Duration
5 Days
4 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • 6 – 10 October
or
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    4 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+
  • Midscale
Difficulty
Easy
Suitable for everyone
Group
Up to 15 people
Minimum age
5 years old
Group meet at
Irkutsk
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Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

Shamanka Rock
We will learn the legends and myths of the holy cape of Olkhon
Olkhon
Let's recharge with the energy of this shamanic island
Cape Khoboy
It's like visiting the "edge of the world"

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Olkhon Island, Cape Burkhan

    In the morning we will meet you at 09:30 at the railway station or Irkutsk airport, then we will take a minibus to Olkhon Island.

    In 4 hours we will reach the village of MRS, where we will board the ferry. 

    We get to the island through the Olkhonsky Gate Strait

    Arrival in the village of Khuzhir. 

    Accommodation, free time for a little rest. 

    Sightseeing tour to Cape Burkhan (Shamanka rock) — one of the nine shrines of Asia, the sacred place of the indigenous inhabitants of the island — the Buryats.

    Supper. 

    Meals included: dinner.

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  • Day 2 - Cape Khoboy
  • Day 3 - South of Olkhon Island
  • Day 4 - Free day
  • Day 5 - Return to Irkutsk
Difficulty
Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    4 nights
Comfort
  • Basic+
  • Midscale

The tour provides accommodation on Olkhon Island in the Baikal mini-hotel in 2 or 3-bed economy rooms (shower and toilet on the floor for 4 rooms) or standard (shower and toilet in the room).

The cost of the tour is for 1 person. for different accommodation options, RUB.:

PlacementEconomy option The standard version
Double occupancy34 90041 700
Surcharge for single occupancy7 000 10 000 
Mini-hotel Baikal 4 nights

It is located in a unique place of Lake Baikal – on the island of Olkhon and boasts a really excellent location, because it is located just 150 meters from the shore of Lake Baikal, and the rooms have a beautiful view of the lake. 

Standard and Economy rooms are available. Some of the rooms overlook Lake Baikal, sandy beach and coniferous forest. The rooms are decorated in a rustic style and made of Baikal pine, so the air in them is saturated with the aroma of pine needles and resins. The rooms are equipped with a wardrobe and a desk. Some rooms have a private bathroom. Slippers, shower gel and shampoo are provided. You need to have a bathrobe and a dental kit with you.

Set breakfasts are included in the price. In the cozy cafe "Ostrov", you will be offered dishes of Siberian and Buryat cuisine, various delicacies from Baikal fish, snacks and fresh pastries. On the second floor there is an art gallery, which presents paintings by regional artists, various books and souvenirs. Barbecue facilities are also available.

An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including horse riding and hiking. Various tours of Olkhon Island are also offered, accompanied by experienced guides. Excursions are conducted daily as part of a group or individually.

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Tour conditions

Group
up to 15 tourists
Minimum age
5 years old
Duration
5 days 4 nights
Group meets at
Irkutsk

Included in price

  • meeting at 09:30 am (local time) at the airport or railway station;
  • transfer Irkutsk – O. Olkhon – Irkutsk;
  • accommodation on Olkhon in the hotel: 2-bed comfortable or semi-comfortable room of the standard or economy category;
  • meals according to the program: day 1 – dinner; day 2 and 3 – breakfast, lunch-picnic and dinner; day 4 – breakfast and dinner; day 5 – breakfast;
  • guided tours according to the program:
    • sightseeing tour to Cape Burhan;
    • car tour to Cape Khoboy;
    • car tour to the south of Olkhon Island.

Paid extra

  • air and railway tickets to Irkutsk and back;
  • meals at roadside cafes;
  • meals not specified in the program;
  • transfer at the end of the tour to hotels, railway station, airport, etc.;
  • additional services not specified in the program or specified in the program for an additional cost.

It's important to know

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The discount on the tour for children under 12 years old is 20%.

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Dates and Prices

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    6 – 10 Oct 5 days 4 nights
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