Solar Buryatia

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Solar Buryatia is a separate world located in the very center of Asia, where two traditions – Eastern and European - are combined in one territory.

On this tour you will plunge into the culture of Buddhism and shamanism, see Lake Baikal from the east coast, visit the largest island of Lake Baikal, which has been dubbed its heart – Olkhon.

The warmest waters of the Chivyrkuy Bay and stunning views of wild Lake Baikal are waiting for you.

Location

Republic of Buryatia, Ulan-Ude

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Tour highlights

Baikal seals

We will go by boat to the Ushkany Islands to observe the largest seal rookery

The famous Ivolginsky datsan

We will visit the monastery, a university in the Buddhist tradition, where philosophy and traditional Tibetan medicine are studied

An unusual lighthouse on Lake Baikal

We will see the lighthouse in Turk, which entered the top 8 most interesting lighthouses in Russia

The Face of the Goddess Yanzhima

We will visit the Buddhist datsan and walk along the eco-trail to the boulder, where you can contemplate the face of the goddess, calming the mind and relaxing

Hot springs

We will reach the Serpentine Bay, which is known for its healing hot springs

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Ulan-Ude. Visit to the Ivolginsky datsan. Sightseeing tour of Ulan-Ude
Today begins your journey through colorful Buryatia.
After arriving in the city, we will meet you and go to get acquainted with the center of the Buddhist traditional Sangha of Russia – Ivolginsky Datsan, located 36 km west of Ulan-Ude.
Ivolginsky datsan is a monastery-university in the Buddhist tradition, it is a whole complex, which includes 8 buildings.
It is the only university in Russia where philosophy and traditional Tibetan medicine are studied.
But this is not the only reason why this complex is interesting.
The story of the Buddhist leader of the early 20th century, an associate of the Dalai Lama of the 14th century, Dashi- Dorjo Itigelov, brought widespread fame to datsan.
After his death in 1927, his body continues to be "alive" to this day: the joints remained mobile, and the skin was soft.
Even after examining the body, scientists were unable to explain this phenomenon.
You will have a unique opportunity to see it with your own eyes!
As soon as you enter the building where Itigelov is located, goosebumps run over your skin, you feel the incredible energy of the place.
After visiting the Ivolginsky datsan, we go to get acquainted with the capital of Buryatia – the city of Ulan-Ude.
It is a major cultural, scientific and industrial center of Eastern Siberia.
It is the center of Buryat culture, Buddhism and Orthodoxy.
The tour will be accompanied by a guide.
Today we will visit Sovetov Square, the main square of the city, and see the symbol of the city – Lenin's big head.
The height of this sculpture reaches 7.7 meters, and the whole exceeds 42 tons.
Another recognizable symbol of the city is the magnificent palace, where the opera and Ballet Theater is open.
This is the pride of the republic, because there is no opera house of this level in the Far East anymore.
Classical performances are regularly held here. You will see the Arc de Triomphe – it is visible from afar.
It was erected in the XIX century in honor of the visit of the future Emperor Tsarevich Nikolai Alexandrovich.
The arch has an interesting history – after its destruction in 1936, it was restored in 2006.
And now the guests of the city like to be photographed against its background.
Arbat, the main pedestrian street of the city, is very close by.
The most beautiful merchant houses have been preserved on the Arbat, and here you will see unusual modern sculptures.
You will visit the large trade center of the XIX century – the living rooms.
They were first built of wood at the end of the XVIII century.
You will see the first stone building in Ulan-Ude – the Cathedral of St. Odigitrievsky Cathedral, made in the style of the Siberian Baroque.
Saint Hodegetria is the patroness of merchants and travelers, it is very symbolic for all guests of Buryatia to visit here!
After the tour, you will have a rest, the next day after breakfast we will go to the shore of Lake Baikal.
You will see: Ivolginsky Datsan, sculpture "Lenin's Head", St. Odigitrievsky Cathedral, Sovetov Square, Triumphal Arch, Arbat, living rooms.
Included in the price: guided tour, accommodation, group transfer.

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Day 2 - The road to Ust-Barguzin. Sretensky Monastery, magnificent Lighthouse, Turtle Boulder
In the morning, after breakfast, we set off for Ust-Barguzin.
Our path will pass through the village of Turka.
It is located on the east coast of Lake Baikal, 169 km from Ulan-Ude.
"Turka" in translation from Evenki means "omul road".
The village is known for its picturesque nature and hot mineral springs, and is part of the Baikal Harbor special economic zone.
It is planned to build about 45 leisure facilities here: hotels, yacht clubs, cottage settlements, etc.
On the way we will stop at the Sretensky Monastery.
The village of Baturino, located in the Zabaikalsky district, is home to the Sretensky Convent, the only Orthodox women's monastery in the Republic of Buryatia.
The monastery is located in the valley of the Itantsa River, among picturesque hills, just 50 km from Lake Baikal.
In the spring of 2000, Bishop Eustathius of Chita and Transbaikalia founded this monastery.
Despite its young age, the monastery already attracts many spiritual pilgrims.
On the way to Ust-Barguzin, we will stop at the Turtle boulder, which is located in Turk, officially recognized as a natural monument protected by the state.
The boulder is named for a reason: it really looks like a turtle that has entered the water.
One of the most famous symbols of Turki is the lighthouse.
It entered the top 8 most interesting lighthouses in Russia.
In the evening in Ust-Barguzin you will have free time, if you wish, you can walk along the embankment or relax in a hotel room.
You will see: Turk, lighthouse, Turtle boulder, Ust-Barguzin, Sretensky Monastery.
Included in the price: accommodation; breakfast; excursion; picnic lunch; group transfer; permission to visit the national park.

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Day 3 - Holy Nose – Snake Bay – Monakhovo
In the morning, after breakfast, a guided tour awaits you.
The first point of our trip today is Monakhovo, where we will transfer to a boat and head towards the Ushkany Islands.
The Ushkany Islands are an archipelago, a very special place, because here are the largest clusters of seals on Lake Baikal, in summer you can see hundreds of these animals here.
It consists of 4 islands, namely Large, Thin, Long and Round.
An eco-trail has been laid to the rookery near the island of Tonkiy and a camouflaged observation deck is equipped for observing Baikal seals.
Before that, we'll listen to the story for 15 minutes, and then we can go watch them.
You need a special permit to visit the island, you just can't get here!
Upon reaching the place of observation, it is necessary to observe silence – seals can be very timid!
But it is here that they like to bask on the rocks, bask, because this is the perfect place to see what seals are like in their natural habitat.
The total time spent on the island is about an hour, after which we go further to the Holy Nose Peninsula.
This is the largest peninsula on Lake Baikal.
Once the Holy Nose was an island, but gradually the sandy isthmus was washed away by water, connecting it with the land.
This isthmus separates two large bays – Barguzinsky and Chivyrkuysky.
Chivyrkuy Bay has a shallow depth – from 9 to 11 meters, so it warms up well.
Here we will reach the Serpentine Bay, which is known for its healing hot springs, similar in composition to Pyatigorsk water.
We will make a stop in the bay, if desired, you can visit the springs.
The recommended total time in the water is no more than five minutes.
A trip along the Chivyrkuy Bay is a real "exhibition" of incredibly beautiful natural objects along the way.
Many picturesque islands, shores, and the water surface amaze with their colors and picturesqueness!
In the evening we will return to Monakhovo, where we will transfer to a car that will take you to Ust-Barguzin.
You will see: Ushkany Islands, the Holy Nose Peninsula, Chivyrkuysky Bay, Serpentine Bay, Monakhovo.
Included in the price: breakfast, accommodation, permission to visit the national park, visit the observation deck on the Ushkany Islands, guide, boat, picnic lunch, group transfer.
Day 4 - Free day in the Barguzin Bay
You have a free day planned according to the program today.
You can devote your rest to him, sunbathing on the hot beach, warming up in the golden rays of the sun, swimming in the waters of the picturesque Barguzin Bay!
Included in the price: breakfast, accommodation.

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Day 5 - Excursion to the datsan of the Goddess Yanzhima
In the morning, after breakfast, we go on an excursion to the datsan of the Goddess Yanzhima.
To drive 175 km, it's about 2.5 hours.
You will not notice how quickly time will fly by – the views outside the car window will fascinate you so much!
The Datsan is located in a picturesque place among the forest at the foot of the Barguzin ridge.
It is very harmoniously combined with the beauty of nature around.
Goddess Yanjima is the patroness of arts, sciences, crafts, family and wisdom, the creator of the ancient Indian language – Sanskrit.
It is said that the goddess Yanjima has the ability to give happiness to motherhood.
You can see her face on a boulder stone, discovered in 2005.
An eco-trail leads to the stone, from which Mount Uulzaha is visible.
It is necessary to visit this place with pure thoughts and an open heart.
To see the face, try to calm your mind, relax and immerse yourself in a state of flow.
Around the stone you will see a large number of offerings in the form of children's toys – they are brought when they ask for children.
If desired, you can leave your gift.
In the Barguzin Valley, you will find many more interesting sights, such as the Ininsky Stone Garden, picturesque rocks called Suva Saxony, the shamanic and Buddhist shrine "Bull-stone", where the worship of spirits takes place, and many others!
After the tour, we return to Ust-Barguzin.
You will see: the mountains of the Barguzin range, a stone with the face of the goddess Yanzhima, the Datsan of the Goddess Yanzhima, the Ininsky Stone Garden, Suva Saxony, the Shamanic and Buddhist shrine "Bull Stone", the Old Jewish Cemetery, the Historical center of the village of Barguzin, the Viewport "Golden Horseshoe of Argada".
Included in the price: guide, group transfer, breakfast, accommodation, excursion, lunch.
Day 6 - The road to Ulan-Ude
Today will be the final day of the tour.
In the morning, after breakfast, we set off for the capital of Buryatia – Ulan-Ude.
This is the largest city in Buryatia, the name literally translates from the Buryat "Krasnaya Uda" ("Uda" is the name of the river).
The road is more than 260 km, it will take approximately 3 hours.
If you wish, you can take a walk around the city – there is something to see in Ulan-Ude.
Here we say goodbye to you.
We believe that during the days of the tour you have fully experienced the energy of Lake Baikal.
Now you have an idea of the two Baikal shores – you can say that you have completed a real Baikal circumnavigation!
Included in the price: group transfer, breakfast, lunch.

Difficulty

Suitable for everyone

Accommodation

Hotel

4 nights

Comfort

Midscale
Upscale

The tour provides accommodation in hotels and recreation centers.

The cost of the tour for 1 person, depending on the accommodation, RUB.:

Placement	2-3-local	Surcharge for 1-bed
Standard	80 000	20 000
Comfort	90 000	37 500

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).

Standard rate hotels in Ulan-Ude

Buryatia Hotel, Sagaan Morin Hotel, Hostel & Lux VICTORIA Hotel, Odon, Ulan-Ude Park Hotel, Sibir Hotel, Red River Hotel.

A comfortable room equipped with its own bathroom (shower and toilet), with the number of beds according to the number of residents.

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Another option

Comfort rate hotels in Ulan-Ude

Cosmos selection Ulan-Ude Hotel, Baikal Plaza Hotel, Buryatia Hotel, Hunnu Group of Companies, Reston Hotel, Genghis Khan Hotel.

A more spacious and comfortable room in comparison with the "standard" category (shower and toilet inside), made in a modern design.

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 18 tourists

Minimum age

5 years old

Duration

6 days 5 nights

Group meets at

Republic of Buryatia, Ulan-Ude

Included in price

transfers throughout the tour;
meals according to the tour program;
excursions specified in the program;
permits to visit the national park;
habitation;
guide services (if specified);
support of the organizer.

Paid extra

air and railway tickets to Ulan-Ude and back;
meals, if specified in the program independently or at your own expense;
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
the program;
additional excursions and transfers not included in the program;
equipment rental.

It's important to know

Air and railway tickets are not included in the price of the tour. You can purchase them yourself or contact us for help.

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 Ulan-Ude before 9:30 local time;

The end of the tour in Ulan-Ude: we recommend purchasing tickets for the return trip after 18:00 local time.

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.

"Economy" is a one-room room with a number of beds according to the number of residents. Bathroom (shower and toilet) It is located on the floor or in an adjacent building and is shared by all hotel guests.

"Standard" is a comfortable room equipped with its own bathroom (shower and toilet), with the number of beds according to the number of residents.

"Comfort" is a more spacious and comfortable room in comparison with the "standard" category, equipped with a modern design (shower and toilet inside).

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), there was no check-in at any point on the route, the tour operator has the right to put the tourist in an economy single room (shower and toilet on the floor or in an adjacent building).

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".

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Reviews

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Dmitry

19 Dec, 2024

about tour

Fantastic tour with excellent organization! Many thanks to the tour operator. The guides were outstanding—clearly knowledgeable about the topics covered during the excursions and great at sharing fascinating stories. A special thank you to Innokenty and his family for their warm hospitality! You don’t often experience such a welcoming atmosphere at hotels.

19 Dec, 2024
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Alexey

3 Dec, 2024

about tour

A very interesting tour that left a lot of positive impressions. The cultural charm of Buryatia, the warm waters of Lake Baikal, and the delicious local cuisine were truly delightful.

3 Dec, 2024
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Dmitry

19 Dec, 2024

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This tour operator is excellent.

19 Dec, 2024