Weekend on Lake Baikal in September

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September on Lake Baikal is a great time to visit Olkhon Island. Here you can enjoy the beautiful autumn landscapes, the peace and tranquility of nature.

Cape Khoboy is a particularly popular place to relax, offering panoramic views of the lake.

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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Tour highlights

The sacred spirits of Olkhon

We will have a pleasant evening walk to the famous Shamanka rock

The vast expanses of Lake Baikal

We will visit the northernmost point of the island, which offers views of both shores of Lake Baikal

Picnics in nature

Enjoy the beautiful views and treats in the fresh air

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 Sakhyurt, where we will board the ferry.
We get to the island through the Olkhon Gate Strait.
Arrival in the village of Khuzhir.
Accommodation, free time for a short rest.
Sightseeing tour to Cape Burkhan (Shamanka Rock), one of the nine shrines of Asia, a sacred place of the island's indigenous Buryat people.
Supper.
Meals included: dinner.

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Day 2 - Cape Khoboy
After breakfast, we will go on a tour to Cape Khoboy, the northernmost point of the island.
Along the way, we will stop at the most interesting places.: Cape Budun, Sandy tract, Cape Sagaan-Khushun.
On Khoboy, the vast expanses of Lake Baikal will open up before you, which merge with the horizon.
The amazing beauty and power of these places will not leave you indifferent!
After a picnic at the edge of the forest, we will continue on our way to Cape Lyubov.
Return to the hotel, dinner.
Meals included: breakfast, picnic lunch and dinner.

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Day 3 - South of Olkhon Island
Breakfast at the base.
Departure for the tour.
Today you will go to the picturesque southern part of the island, visit Cape Khorgoe in the south of the island.
There is an archaeological monument on the cape – the ancient Kurykan wall, which stretches along the entire isthmus of the cape.
It is still unknown for what purpose this wall was built.
Some archaeologists believe that the structure protected Kurykan from nomadic raids, while others suggest that sacrificial rituals were performed here and spirits came into contact.
Picnic in nature.
Breakfast, picnic lunch and dinner are included in the price.

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Day 4 - Return to Irkutsk
Your little trip to Lake Baikal has come to an end!
After breakfast and packing, you will be transferred to Irkutsk (Kirov Square).
Hotel accommodation is subject to prior request.

Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

3 nights

Comfort

Basic+
Midscale

The tour provides accommodation on Olkhon Island 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.:

Placement	Economy option	The standard version
Double occupancy	34 200	39 600
Surcharge for single occupancy	5 500	7 500

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 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

From 1 to 15 tourists

Minimum age

5 years old

Duration

4 days 3 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;
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

10% discount on the tour for children under 12 years old.

Dates and Prices

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5 – 8 Sep 4 days 3 nights

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Reviews

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Tatiana Rubtsova

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26 Dec, 2024

The organization was excellent—we were warmly greeted right on time, and the hotel was fantastic!
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Valentina

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25 Dec, 2024

Everything was excellent! The tour arrangement, the preparation of accompanying documents, and the support throughout the process were all top-notch. Thank you!
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Natalia Kaloshina

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25 Dec, 2024

We sincerely thank the team at Big Country and the host team for their support during a challenging situation, which made it possible for our trip to happen.