Summer adventures on Lake Baikal in Buryatia

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An exciting tour in which you will enjoy the beauty of Lake Baikal: visit the Warm lakes, climb Mount Sable, relax in the hot springs, go by boat to the Ushkany Islands, plunge into the Buddhist religion, get acquainted with the culture of Buryatia and visit its capital!

This is a unique opportunity to get acquainted with the amazing atmosphere of this corner of Russia.

Location

Irkutsk

Sightseeing tours

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Tour highlights

Magnificent view of Lake Baikal

We will go to Mount Sable on a lift, from where we will have a view of the great boundless lake

The capital of Buryatia

We will get acquainted with the city of Ulan-Ude on a sightseeing tour, we will see an unusual monument to Lenin

Picturesque lighthouse

We will visit the village of Turka, where the lighthouse is located, which is one of the top 8 most interesting lighthouses in Russia

Cute Baikal seals

Let's watch wild seals basking and basking on the rocks on the Ushkany Islands

Buddhist Datsan

We will visit a Buddhist temple and, if desired, we will be able to make offerings to the Goddess Yanjima, the patroness of the family

Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Irkutsk. Sightseeing tour of Irkutsk. The road to Baikalsk
Your exciting journey begins today!
It will begin with a tour of the capital of eastern Siberia – the city of Irkutsk!
There are about 685 historical and cultural monuments in Irkutsk.
A tour of the memorable and historical places of Irkutsk will acquaint tourists with the history of the Irkutsk prison, the central part of the city, tell about architecture and wooden architecture, outstanding figures of the history and culture of Russia, whose activities were inextricably linked with Irkutsk.
The tour is accompanied by a professional guide, an expert in the history of Irkutsk with specialized education and many years of experience.
After the tour, you will love the city like your native one, you will want to return to it again and again!
Then you will have a trip to Baikalsk.
The road from Irkutsk to Baikalsk is an amazing journey through the picturesque landscapes of historical Siberia.
Starting from Irkutsk, the highway runs through lush forests where you can enjoy the beauty of nature.
Closer to Baikalsk, along the way there are views of Lake Baikal, its turquoise waters and endless expanses.
As we approach Baikalsk, the road becomes more and more winding and is a real serpentine, but each turn rewards with stunning views of the lake.
At the end point of the journey, you can enjoy the purity and freshness of the air.
Upon arrival in Baikalsk, you will go to Mount Sobolinaya on a lift, from where you will have a view of the great boundless lake – this is an unforgettable experience.
You will be able to take unique photos.
There is a cafe on the mountain (the highest in the area!) where you can have lunch.
After visiting the mountain, we will go down to Baikalsk, where we will spend the night.
You will see: Irkutsk, Baikalsk, Mount Sable, Baikal.
Included in the price: group transfer, accommodation, guide, excursion.

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Day 2 - The road to Ulan-Ude and the warm lakes. Sightseeing tour of Ulan-Ude
Today your journey through Buryatia will begin – we are going to Ulan-Ude!
On the way to Ulan-Ude, you will stop at a place called "Warm Lakes".
Irkutsk region and Buryatia are a land of rivers, lakes and coniferous forests.
The warm lakes on Lake Baikal are distinguished by the incredible beauty of the surrounding area and the warming of the water in summer to 27-31 degrees Celsius due to the shallow depth.
Here you can enjoy the magnificent views, feed the swans and admire the local chapel.
After visiting the lakes, we will continue the road to Ulan-Ude.
Upon arrival, your journey through colorful Buryatia begins.
We are going to explore 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 – an unusual monument to Lenin in the form of a 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 it, 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!
In the evening you will go to the hotel.
Tomorrow we will continue our journey, be sure to gain strength.
You will see: Ivolginsky Datsan, Lenin monument, St. Odigitrievsky Cathedral, Sovetov Square, Triumphal Arch, Arbat, living rooms.
Included in the price: guided tour, accommodation, group transfer, breakfast.

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Day 3 - The road to Maximikha
After breakfast, we will set off for the village of Maksimikha.
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.
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 recreational facilities here: hotels, yacht clubs, cottage settlements, etc.
On the way to Maksimikha, we will stop at the Turtle boulder, which is located next to the 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, you will have free time in Maximikha, if you wish, you can walk along the embankment or relax in a hotel room.
You will see: Turk, lighthouse, Turtle boulder, Maximikha.
Included in the price: breakfast, group transfer, accommodation, guide.

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Day 4 - Tour of the Chivurkui Bay
In the morning, after breakfast, we set off.
The first point of our trip today is Monakhovo, where we will transfer to a boat and go towards the Ushkany Islands.
The Ushkany Islands are an archipelago, a very special place, because here is the largest seal rookery 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 observation point, 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 back to Maximikha.
You will see: Ushkany Islands, the Holy Nose Peninsula, Chivyrkuysky Bay, Zmeevaya Bay, Monakhovo, Barguzin Bay.
Included in the price: breakfast, accommodation, visit to the observation deck on the Ushkany Islands, guide, boat, picnic lunch, group transfer.

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Day 5 - 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, where the worship of spirits takes place, and many others!
After the tour, we go to Ust-Barguzin, where we will stay for the night.
You will see: the mountains of the Barguzin range, the datsan of the goddess Yanzhima, the stone with the face of the goddess Yanzhima, the Shamanic Threshold, the stone Garden, Buhe Shulun, Suva Saxony.
Included in the price: guide, group transfer, breakfast, accommodation, excursion.

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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.
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!
Upon request, we can help you get to Irkutsk, where your journey began.
Included in the price: breakfast.

Difficulty

Low physical intensity for amateurs and non-experienced travelers

Accommodation

Hotel

5 nights

Comfort

Midscale
Upscale

The tour provides accommodation in hotels or recreation centers.

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

Placement	2-3-local	1-local
Standard	90 000	20 000
Comfort	100 000	37 500

Buryatia Hotel (standard) or similar in Ulan-Ude

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

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

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Another option

Cosmos selection Ulan-Ude Hotel (comfort) or similar in Ulan-Ude

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

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

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Tour conditions

Group

up to 18 tourists

Minimum age

5 years old

Duration

6 days 5 nights

Group meets at

Irkutsk

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 Irkutsk and back from Ulan-Ude;
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 Irkutsk before 9:30 a.m. local time; Collection points: the Angara hotel and the airport, approximately from 8 to 10 a.m. (each group individually sets the time). The exact time is reported to tourists by the organizer on the eve of the tour;

End of the tour: 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.

"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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