Great Sayan Ring. Excursion-ethnographical bus tour in Siberia

For the most of people Siberia remains a mysterious and inaccessible land. The main reason is a lack of information. Travel on the Great Sayan Ring will raise the veil of the mystery, and everything you see will remain in your memory for a long time. You will learn how Siberians lived in past centuries as well as present day. You will feel the hospitality of local people and realize the richness of this nation's cultural traditions. Moreover you will touch the origins of religions - from the Orthodox Church to Shamanism. And without doubt expanses of Siberia will not leave you indifferent!

The Great Sayan Ring is a unique opportunity to touch the nature and culture of three very different regions: the Krasnoyarsk Territory, Tuva and Khakassia Republics. 

Location

Krasnoyarsk
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$1,560
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Duration
10 Days
9 Nights
Departures
  • Group departures
    • Dates for next season
    • 3 – 12 July, 2025
    • 24 July – 2 August, 2025
    • 7 – 16 August, 2025
    • 21 – 30 August, 2025
or
Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
  • Camp Site
    6 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale
Difficulty
Moderate
Involves moderate physical activity
Group
Up to 18 people
Minimum age
12 years old
Group meet at
Krasnoyarsk
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Weekdays: 8am - 8pm
Weekends: 8am - 7pm (GMT +3)
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Tour highlights

The national park “Stolby”
Hiking among bizarre rocks which are widely known all over the world
The Yenisei river
Walking along one of the longest rivers in Asia
The national park Ergaki
The wild Taiga, large mountains and crystal clear mountain lakes

Itinerary

  • Day 1 - Meeting Siberia

    After the tourists' arrival (05:30-07:30) to Krasnoyarsk airport they are transferred to the center located hotel Krasnoyarsk (check-in possible between 00:00-10:00). Meeting at the railway station is also possible (6-8 am). Short rest.

    NB! We highly recommend you to arrive to Krasnoyarsk the day before, to have chance to take rest after long flights and to start excursions relaxed. The hotel will be provided on your request. Additional excursion is available for tourists who arrive one day prior: 4-hours walking excursion in the city center (extra charge)

    10:30 — meeting with the guide in the hotel lobby. This day there is Krasnoyarsk city tour to the symbols of Krasnoyarsk — the Paraskeva Pyatnitsa chapel situated on the Karaulnaya mountain and shown in the 10-ruble banknote. In the 17th century the Cossacks who founded the city built a watch tower on this mountain. 

    One can enjoy a picturesque view of the city, of the river Yenisei, of the surrounding mountains and the nature reserve Stolby. You will pass the historical town part with its monuments of the 18th-19th centuries, the former mansions of Siberian merchants and patrons, you will see the monument to Krasnoyarsk founder Andrey Dubensky, the Annunciation Cathedral, the Theatre Square, etc.

    We are going to visit the Ethnographical Museum which is considered to be among the best historical and ethnographical museums in Siberia. It will provide an excellent prelude to your journey and your first impression of the Great Sayan Ring tour.

    Lunch in a city restaurant.

    If you have ever been to Krasnoyarsk, but haven’t visited the nature reserve “Stolby”, you haven’t seen the heart of the city, its lungs, it’s soul. For those, who like spending the holiday in a calm or active way, who like to open new spaces and observe panoramic views, who looks for harmony with nature we offer the excursion to the National park “Stolby”. 

    This is the place to get unforgettable impressions while visiting our city! Unlike regular tour to “Stolby” our tourist will not have to go up 7 km to reach the “First Stolb”. Our driver will get you straight to the top and our guides will make this tour unforgettable by telling you a lot of interesting stories about the nature park.

    Dinner in a restaurant.

    • Accommodation in the Krasnoyarsk hotel 3*.
    • Breakfast in the hotel, lunch and dinner in a restaurant.
    • 80 km by bus.
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  • Day 2 - Discovery day
  • Day 3 - Mountains and Steppes Mysteries
  • Day 4 - Between 2 cultures
  • Day 5 - Following nomads’ paths
  • Day 6 - Day in taiga
  • Day 7 - Way to Delight
  • Day 8 - Ancient heritage
  • Day 9 - Valley of Kings
  • Day 10 - Departure
Difficulty
Involves moderate physical activity

Accommodation

Accommodation
  • Hotel
    3 nights
  • Camp Site
    6 nights
Comfort
  • Midscale

You are provided with twin/double accommodation in hotels, guesthouse Shushenskoye, camp Snow Leopard (with WC), yurt camps (without WC).

Extra fee for single accommodation is 290€ per person.

For tourists who arrive one day before the tour, we can offer an extra package:

+100€/person/twin;
+120€/person/single.

Incl. accommodation at hotel (check-in after 12:00 on day 0), English or German speaking guide service, entrance tickets to a museum.

There are some details below:

BedsPrivate facilitiesShared facilitiesHeatingElectrical outletsWiFi, mobile connection 
Krasnoyarsk hotelPrivate rooms, twin or doubleShower, WC, bathrobe, slippers, hair dryer, cosmetic set, towels + Centralized+ 
Guest houses in ShushenskoyeWooden houses with private rooms, twinShower, WC, bathrobe, slippers, hair dryer, cosmetic set, towels + Electrical+ 
Biy-Khem yurt campEvery yurt for 1-2 people, twinTowelsShower and WC+ ElectricalOnly mobile connection, no WiFi 
Snow Leopard campWooden houses for 1-2 people, 2 separate beds, 1 double bed or bunkbedBiotoilet, wash basin and towelsOutdoor shower, banya (once per stay free)+ Stove- 
Kyug yurt campEvery yurt for 1-2 people, twinTowelsShower and WC+ ElectricalOnly mobile connection, no WiFi 
Asia hotelPrivate rooms, twin or doubleShower, WC,  slippers, hair dryer, cosmetic set, towels + Centralized+ 
Krasnoyarsk hotel 3* 3 nights

Comfortable location – in the very city centre, on the bank of Yenisei river, on the Theater Square, 15 min from the railway station, 50 min from the airport. Accommodation in double or twin rooms – for extra charge single rooms. In every room: WiFi, TV, phone, air-conditioning system, mini-bars, fridge, hair-driers, bathrobe, towels, cosmetic kit, slippers, electric kettle, electronic locks, shower, WC. Additional services: in the hotel building there are many restaurants, cafés, bars, sauna, billiards, hair salon, beauty salon (tanning salon, massage), gift shop, business centre (PC, copy machine etc), conference halls, personal safes, luggage room. Breakfast (buffet) is included.

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Shushenskoye village 6 nights

Tour conditions

Group
up to 18 tourists
Minimum age
12 years old
Duration
10 days 9 nights
Group meets at
Krasnoyarsk

Included in price

  • transport service (minibus, bus), including group transfers airport-hotel-airport;
  • twin/double accommodation in hotels, guesthouse Shushenskoye, camp Snow Leopard (with WC), yurt camps (shared WC);
  • meals (including mineral water, coffee, tea, local drinks);
  • English or German speaking guide service;
  • Excursions;
  • folk programs;
  • entrance tickets to the museums and parks;
  • visa support;
  • medical and tick-borne encephalitis insurance.

Paid extra

  • tickets to/from Krasnoyarsk;
  • porter services;
  • alcohol drinks;
  • shamans kamlaniye;
  • tipps;
  • single accommodation +290€ per person (on request);
  • Individual transfer one way for a car (airport) 45€, railway station 28€;

For tourists who arrive one day before the tour, we can offer an extra package:

  • +100€/person/twin;
  • +120€/person/single.

Incl. accommodation at hotel (check-in after 12:00 on day 0), English or German speaking guide service, entrance tickets to a museum.

It's important to know

Personal equipment you need for the tour

Travelling clothes must be comfortable. Please, take clothes you put on for walking and outdoor activities with you:

  • Light-toned T-shirts with long sleeves and light pants to protect your skin from spiny plants in Tuvan steppes;
  • Shorts, T-shirts in light colors;
  • In May and in September: warm sweater or fleece jacket, thermal underwear, gloves, hat;
  • Cotton socks 2-3 pairs; wool socks in May, late August and September;
  • Windproof and waterproof jacket / raincoat;
  • 2 pairs of shoes: a pair of sport shoes (preferably closed) and a pair of waterproof shoes. If you travel in May, the second half of August and September, it is advisable to take good hiking boots for hiking in the taiga in the camp Snow Leopard.
  • Hat or cap to protect your head from the sun;
  • Sunglasses;
  • Sunscreen (in Tuva and Khakassia high solar activity);
  • Swimsuit (you might need you in the banya);
  • Flashlight, you will need it in the evening at the camps;
  • Personal hygiene items;
  • Insurance, incl. against tick-borne encephalitis, if available;
  • Individual medicines in the presence of chronic diseases;
  • Cash (for souvenirs, shaman's rituals, sweets, alcohol drinks, other personal expenses).
  • You can choose from a travel bag, backpack or suitcase, all options are ok. You do not have to carry your luggage over long distances.

You do not need to take with you:

  • tents, sleeping bags and other camping equipment;
  • soap;
  • toilet paper;
  • towels (all hotels and camps providetowels, but you can take your own from personal hygiene reasons);
  • repellents.
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Dates and Prices

  • $1,560
    3 – 12 Jul, 2025 10 days 9 nights
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  • $1,560
    24 Jul – 2 Aug, 2025 10 days 9 nights
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  • $1,560
    7 – 16 Aug, 2025 10 days 9 nights
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  • $1,560
    21 – 30 Aug, 2025 10 days 9 nights
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  • $1,560
    4 – 13 Sep, 2025 10 days 9 nights
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