Winter sightseeing tour of Lake Baikal. Mirror route

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You will see the legendary Baikal ice with methane bubbles in Peschanaya Bay, explore the northern part of Olkhon Island with its caves and grottoes, learn many interesting facts about the oldest lake on the planet and try fish delicacies at the local market.

The bizarre patterns of the Baikal ice will leave indelible impressions in your memory!

Location

Russia, Irkutsk

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Tour highlights

Taltsy Architectural Museum

We will see the masterpieces of wooden architecture and plunge into the atmosphere of 19th century Russian Siberia

Famous bubbles

Let's make original photos that will stand out in your gallery

Wanderings on Khivus

Let's rush like a whirlwind through the icy expanses and get a feeling of absolute freedom

Ice picnic

We will have a picnic lunch with a view of the grandiose landscape, where ice, sky and nature combine

Places of power

We will visit the shaman rocks and feel the connection with the local culture and traditions

The spirit of the Tagheran steppes

We will feel the infinity of the vast expanses of beautiful wild nature

Itinerary

Day 1 - The road to Olkhon Island, Tazheran steppes
The place and time of the group's gathering: from the Angara Hotel (Sukhbaatar str., 7, Irkutsk) in the period from 09:00 to 09:30 local time and from Irkutsk airport at 10:00.
Olkhon is a truly unforgettable and one of the most famous places on Lake Baikal, which is rightfully called a place of strength and especially powerful energy! Olkhon is considered a sacred territory, a concentration of shamanism in Central Asia. It is visited by pilgrims from all over the world. According to legend, Genghis Khan is buried here.
Olkhon is an island on Lake Baikal, people traditionally get there first by highway, then by ice crossing in the winter season. Before crossing to Olkhon, the path will run along a road with picturesque views – partly you will go through the Tazheran steppes, decorated here and there with rocky remnants.
Arriving on the island, you will settle in its center – the village of Khuzhir. In the evening, you have free time, which you can spend exploring the surroundings of the village. Within walking distance from the hotels on Olkhon is the business card of Lake Baikal — Cape Burkhan (Shamanka rock). Shamanka is included in the attractions of the Baikal National Park. Be sure to take a walk to the Shamanka — you will feel the energy ringing in the air, take a lot of bright photos.
After enjoying the beautiful views, imbued with the energy of the sacred place, your first day of travel in Olkhon is coming to an end. Tomorrow you will have an even closer acquaintance with Lake Baikal and Olkhon.
Included in the price: lunch on the way to Olkhon, group transfer, accommodation

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Day 2 - Excursion to the north of Olkhon to Cape Khoboy
Today you will immerse yourself even more in the atmosphere of Lake Baikal.
After breakfast, you will go on a guided tour.
Today you will have a real adventure on the legendary Baikal ice. You will go to the northern part of Olkhon, see the outlines and amazing images of the Olkhon coastal rocks, the marble walls of Cape Sagan-Khushun from the ice.
You will spend the longest time at Cape Khoboy – its rocky, steep shores in these places resemble animal fangs, which exactly emphasizes the name (from the language of the local population, the name translates as "fang").
From the ice, the outline of the cape resembles the figure of a woman – an interesting local legend is connected with this, which you will be told about during the tour.
In the middle of the day, you will have a picnic lunch in the fresh air, surrounded by the winter Baikal beauty of nature.
The tour takes place with stops in the most beautiful places where you can take wonderful photos for memory. If desired, you can go ice skating, so be sure to take them with you.
If necessary, skates can be rented (upon request, skate rental is not included in the tour price).
Back at the hotel, you will have a free evening.
Depending on the ice situation, the excursion to the north of Olkhon on the ice will be replaced by an excursion on land, that is, the movement will be on the ground without going out on the ice. All the locations announced on the tour will be visited. The only difference is in the overview – from the ice, tourists observe the capes from below, walk on the ice, on land – before the eyes of tourists, pictures of the vast Baikal open from above.
The price includes: breakfast, accommodation, excursion, group transfer, picnic lunch, permission to visit the national park

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Day 3 - Transfer to Listvyanka
On this day, we say goodbye to Olkhon and go to Irkutsk.
The price includes: breakfast, lunch on the way to Irkutsk, group transfer
Day 4 - Taltsy Museum, Shaman Stone, Limnological Museum of Lake Baikal
After breakfast, you will head towards Listvyanka along the picturesque Baikal highway.
Listvyanka is a village located along the edge of Lake Baikal at the source of the Angara River, a kind of Mecca of tourism among all visitors to Lake Baikal, the starting point of many sightseeing routes along the lake. This is the closest place to the city where you can see the Pearl of Siberia.
On the way to Listvyanka, you will visit an amazing and interesting place – the open-air architectural and ethnographic museum "Taltsy", where monuments of history, architecture and ethnography of the XVII-XX centuries are concentrated.
At the source of the Angara River, the only one flowing from Lake Baikal, the guide will tell you a fascinating and beautiful legend about Lake Baikal and Angara, here you will see the legendary Shaman Stone.
After that, you will visit the limnological Museum of Lake Baikal, which not only conducts expositional and educational activities, but also continues to engage in serious scientific research, and therefore you will not learn such information about Lake Baikal "first-hand" anywhere.
After a walk along the pier and the famous fish market on Lake Baikal, you will check in at Listvyanka and rest before tomorrow. Tomorrow you will go to the hidden pearl on Lake Baikal, a place of incredible beauty and scale — Sandy Bay.
The price includes: breakfast, group transfer, accommodation, guide, excursion.

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Day 5 - Baikal ice, Baklaniy Kamen Island, Sandy Bay, departure
After breakfast at the Listvyanka Hotel, you will go on a hovercraft "Khivus" to the Sandy Bay.
Khivus will gently slide over the mirror-smooth ice of Lake Baikal. Along the way, you will enjoy picturesque views: on the left side the path is framed by the majestic mountains of the Primorsky Ridge, and on the right – the endless ice surface of Lake Baikal.
On the way to Peschanaya Bay, you will stop at the village of Bolshoe Goloustnoe – this is the place where you can find the largest accumulation of methane bubbles in the ice of Lake Baikal! The sight is unforgettable and impressive – a lot of beautiful photos are guaranteed to you!
After taking memorable pictures, you will continue the tour and stop at the Cormorant Stone – the southern border of the vicinity of Sandy Bay, 3 km from it. In winter, the island is a granite monument, resembling a tower on the east side.
The Cormorant Stone is just a stone's throw from the Sandy Bay. You will walk between the bays, each of which has its own charm, you will see the legendary stilt trees – bizarre-looking pines and larches, from the bases of which the wind blew out the soil and sand, exposing the roots. It seems that the trees went out for a walk towards Lake Baikal. Sandy Bay is sheltered by the capes of the Large and Small Bell Towers, which stand out picturesquely against the background of the surrounding nature.
In the middle of the day you will have a picnic lunch in the fresh air, the end of the walk and the way back to Listvyanka by Hivus.
These eventful 5 days have introduced you to winter Lake Baikal, local entertainment, and historical heritage. We really hope that during the tour our region will be able to win your favor, and we know for sure that when you return home, you will feel like you are drawn to Lake Baikal again, to drink its energy, to enjoy the beauties!
We recommend purchasing tickets for the return trip after 19:00.
Included in the price: breakfast, group transfer (on khivuses), picnic lunch, guide, excursion, accommodation, permission to visit the national park

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Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

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Guest House, Camp Site, Hotel

2 nights
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Guest House, Hotel

2 nights

Comfort

Basic+
Midscale
Upscale

The tour includes accommodation in Listvyanka (2 nights) and on Olkhon Island (2 nights).

The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the accommodation and the date of arrival:

Standard		Comfort
Double and triple rooms	Extra charge for a single room	Double and triple rooms	Extra charge for a single room
88 000	20 000	126 000	34 000

Types of accommodation:

Standard – a comfortable room equipped with a private bathroom (shower and toilet), with the number of beds according to the number of residents;
Comfort –a more spacious and comfortable room in comparison with the "standard" category, equipped with a modern design (shower and toilet inside).

Accommodation in hotels according to availability, please specify the details when booking.

Children from 0 to 2 years old receive a 25% discount (does not occupy a separate place during the stay, without meals).
Children from 2 to 5 years old receive a 20% discount (all inclusive, as an adult: seat, meals).
Children from 5 to 10 years old inclusive receive a 15% discount (all inclusive, as an adult: seat, meals).

Kopylov Manor (standard)

The recreation center "Kopylov Olkhon Manor" is located in the Irkutsk region in the village of Khuzhir.

There are comfortable rooms with a comfortable bed, a private bathroom, a set of towels, personal hygiene items, wireless Internet.

The shared kitchen is equipped with all appliances and appliances for cooking. For alternative guests, there is a cafe within walking distance.

Parking is prohibited on site. The N.M. Revyakin Museum and Cape Tataysky are nearby. The location of the base is located between the Strait of the Small Sea and Lake Baikal. Vacationers can go fishing, skiing, and outdoor recreation.

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"Olkhon" (standard)

Olkhon Camping is located in Khuzhir. You can come here and check in with your pet. Private parking is provided for car owners, which can be booked upon prior reservation.

Comfortable rooms divided into different categories are provided for the accommodation of guests. Each includes comfortable beds, necessary furniture. Some rooms offer magnificent views of the mountain or lake. The reception is open 24 hours a day. Several rooms have TVs.

You can have a delicious and satisfying meal at the local restaurant, which serves various dishes from the menu. There is a barbecue area on site.

Fishing and horse riding are very popular here.

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Another option

Nikita Bencarov's Estate (standard)

Nikita Bencarov Manor is located in the village of Khuzhir and has its own bar.

Guests can relax on the terrace.

Room service is available.

Free private parking is available on site.

An airport shuttle service is available for an additional fee.

All rooms at the Nikita Bencarov Manor Hotel have a wardrobe, towels and bed linen.

A buffet breakfast is served.

You can play table tennis at the property, and the area is popular for hiking.

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"Aldartai" (standard)

The recreation center is located 600 meters from the center of the village of Khuzhir and one kilometer from Lake Baikal. It offers a children's playground, internet access, and a parking space.

Each room has a seating area and bed linen is provided. Appliances and furniture are provided with everything you need for a comfortable stay.

There is a snack bar on the territory of the recreation center, where a large selection of soft drinks is provided. Nearby there are several cafes: "Kudesnitsa", "Omulevaya barrel", where dishes of various cuisines are served.

The Khuzhir Museum of Local Lore and the Church of the Icon of the Mother of God are within walking distance.

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Baikal Terra 3* (standard)

Baikal Terra Hotel is located in the village of Khuzhir on the island of Olkhon.

Cozy double rooms with comfortable beds, a bathroom with a shower cabin, as well as an LCD TV and wireless Internet access are available for check-in.

The hotel has a kitchen area where guests can prepare their own meals.

The location offers vacationers the opportunity to hike and enjoy the beautiful natural views of Lake Baikal. The hotel has table tennis, a barbecue area and picnic facilities.

A transfer booking service is available.

Another option

Villa Malina 4* (comfort)

The hotel is located on the shore of Lake Baikal. Internet access, car parking, bicycle rental are available at your service. A tour service is provided.

The rooms are standard and family, all have a bathroom with shower and toilet. There is all the necessary upholstered furniture.

A hearty and delicious breakfast is served in the restaurant. Russian and European dishes are served for lunch and dinner.

There are several attractions nearby: N. M. Revyakin Museum of Local Lore, Shamanka Rock.

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Port Olkhon (comfort)

The Port Olkhon Hotel complex is located in the urban-type settlement of Khuzhir, in a place where you can forget about the outside world and enjoy the beauty of nature. It offers high-speed Wi-Fi access and free parking space.

The number of rooms is represented by 48 fully equipped rooms, which are decorated with natural materials.
The hotel has five different room categories: single rooms, art rooms, double attic rooms, family rooms, apartments. Each room has ergonomic furniture, a TV, a table and chairs. The private bathroom is equipped with a hairdryer, slippers, bathrobe and toiletries.

There is a restaurant with original cuisine on site. The menu offers dishes of Buryat and Siberian cuisine. In summer, there is a terrace with beautiful views of Lake Baikal. You can enjoy delicious coffee in the coffee shop.

At a distance of 1.8 kilometers there is one of the nine shrines of Asia – Shamanka Rock. And next to it, along the coast stretches the "Sarai" beach, according to the locals, the most picturesque place on the island.

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"BaikalWood Eco Lodge Spa" (comfort)

BaikalWood Eco Lodge & Spa is a hotel made of eco—friendly materials and located in the village of Khuzhir, Irkutsk region. The convenient location away from the noise of the city will allow guests to feel peace and unity with the incredible Baikal nature.

The hotel's room stock includes several cozy rooms equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable stay, including serviceable appliances and such pleasant little things as a tea set and a hairdryer. Each room has a private bathroom with disposable toiletries.

Guests can order lunch at the hotel's restaurant: the chef offers the best varied menu of European and local cuisine at reasonable prices. A hearty breakfast is served every morning. Guests can also visit the Russian and French cafes within walking distance from the hotel.

The convenient location of the BaikalWood Eco Lodge & Spa allows vacationers to get to the main attractions of the island: guests can visit the Shamanka Rock, the Revyakin Museum of Local Lore, the Church of the Sovereign Icon of the Mother of God and much more.

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Baikal Khan (comfort)

Baikal Khan Olkhon Hotel is located in the village of Khuzhir, Irkutsk region, on Olkhon Island. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. There is a terrace, a bar, a children's room, and a sauna at guests' disposal. Attractions are located within walking distance: Sarai beach, Shamanka rock, museum.

The spacious and modern rooms are provided with beds, bedside tables, a wardrobe and all the necessary furniture for living. Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. From the windows of the room you can observe a magnificent view of Lake Baikal. You can spend a good time on the terrace or on the summer veranda, there is an opportunity to visit the sauna. Children can have fun playing in the children's room with toys.

There is a delicious restaurant and a bar with friendly staff on site. There are grocery stores and cafes within walking distance.

Nearby there is the Sarai beach, the amazing Shaman rock and the Khuzhir Museum of Local Lore named after N. M. Revyakin.

Tour conditions

Group

up to 18 tourists

Minimum age

5 years old

Duration

5 days 4 nights

Group meets at

Russia, Irkutsk

Included in price

transfers throughout the tour;
meals according to the tour program: 4 breakfasts, 2 lunches, 2 picnic lunches;
excursions specified in the program;
habitation;
guide services according to the program;
the entrance to the National Park.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Irkutsk and back;
meals not specified in the program;
drinks and dishes not included in the main menu according to the program;
additional services specified in the program for an additional fee or not specified in the program;
additional excursions and transfers not included in the program;
equipment rental.

It's important to know

Warm outerwear (for example, a ski suit);
Comfortable shoes (non-slip boots);
Headdress (warm hat);
Warm clothes (thermal underwear, fleece, hoodies, scarf/buff);
Warm mittens or gloves;
Sunscreen (protection factor of at least 20);
Sunglasses (with at least 2 UV protection);
Bathing accessories: swimsuit, towel and slippers (for visiting the sauna/hot springs, if provided by the program);
Personal first aid kit (if you need specific medicines);
Photo/video equipment (spare flash cards);
Portable charger (power bank);
Toiletries;
Small backpack (for excursions and walks);
The seat (tourist hob);
Thermos (optional);
Binoculars (optional);
Required: Passport, MHI policy.

The tour operator reserves the right to swap excursions according to the tour program, replace them with equivalent ones in situations related to changes in weather conditions, force majeure or at the discretion of the organizer, but undertakes to fulfill the entire tour program and provide all excursions specified in it in full;
The tour is a combined group, the number of people in the tour can reach 18 people;
The tour program starts in the morning at 10.00. It is necessary to arrive in Irkutsk before 9:30 a.m. local time, if the tourist is late for the appointed time, then he gets to the first point designated by the organizer on his own;
The end of the tour in Irkutsk: we recommend purchasing tickets for the return trip after 19:00 (depending on the tour) local time.
The place and time of the group's gathering: from the Angara Hotel (Sukhbaatar str., 7, Irkutsk) in the period from 09.00 to 09.30 local time and from Irkutsk airport at 10.00.
A day before the start of the tour, a group will be created in the Telegram messenger, where all organizational information on the tour will be provided. Please install the Telegram app on your phone in advance.
The presented classification of hotel rooms does not depend on the star rating of the accommodation facility.
The tour operator does not guarantee the Tourist accommodation in a specific hotel selected by the tourist from the list.
The tour operator has the right to replace the hotel listed in the list with a similar one in terms of category and cost.
The check-in involves the accommodation of up to 3 tourists in the room. Each tourist is provided with a separate sleeping place.
If, for reasons beyond the control of the Tour Operator (cancellation or postponement of other tourists' accommodation with check-in on the same dates), a tourist could not find a check-in at any point on the route, the Tour Operator has the right to put the tourist in a single economy room.
The tourist, for whom there was no accommodation, has the opportunity to stay in a single room "standard" with an additional fee. To do this, the tourist must independently check with the Tour Operator no later than 14 days before the start of the tour whether there was a check-in for him and inform him of his desire to make an additional payment for accommodation in a single room "standard".
Olkhon Island is reached by ice crossing in the winter season and by ferry in the summer. In the off-season on Khivus (hovercraft). If the ice crossing does not work for climatic reasons, then the tourist pays for the crossing on Khivus himself.
In winter, especially after March 20th, the tour operator does not guarantee that the ice will remain transparent, as it depends on weather conditions, as well as that the juices and splashes will be safe.
The composition and size of the group may change throughout the tour.
Guides may change throughout the tour. Each location is assigned a guide who is an expert of this location. The tour coordinator is always alone.

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Elena Vyatkina

17 Dec, 2024

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I would like to say a few words about our tour manager Tamara, who promptly answered all our questions and gave great suggestions on how to make the most of our free time. Thank you so much!

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3 Dec, 2024

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Everything was fantastic! The tours were punctual, and both the accommodations and travel arrangements were comfortable and met all our expectations. The food at the guesthouse was absolutely outstanding. A big thank you to everyone involved in organizing this tour!

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2 Dec, 2024

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Everything was flawlessly organized, from the airport pickup to the thoughtful follow-up after the tour ended, with the tour team offering recommendations on how to spend time in Irkutsk.

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Winter sightseeing tour of Lake Baikal. Mirror route

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