- Special itinerary through the most colourful Baikal places
- Baikal crossing by boat in its south part
- Discovery of the Khamar-Daban mountain range, famous for their autumnal colours
- Visit of the Warm Lakes
- Walk in the siberian forest and picking of seasonal mushrooms and berries
- Discovery of Olkhone Island, one of the Baikal sacred place
Whether you are a photographer, amateur of splendid autumnal landscapes or eager to discover the famous Baikal Lake far from summer tourist influx: this tour is for you! During its Indian summer the Siberian taiga is bedecked with warm colour contrasting with the snowy mounts and the azure blue of the water leading you in a unique and natural serenity. This excursion was especially composed to give you a chance to discover the nicest spots at the best instant when light comes to play with Baikal coasts colours.
From Irkutsk we will directly go to Baikal board, in its southernmost point – Kultuk village where you will admire the panoramic view on the lake. Then we will advance along the Baikal east coast to Baikalsk town. There will be an excursion to the Warm lakes in the bottom of the majestic Khamar-Daban Mountains. There is a specific microclimate and picturesque landscapes, especially in autumn.
One of the most significant parts of this tour is the Baikal crossing in its south part. The crossing will allow to you to appreciate the real greatness of Lake Baikal that is also called Sea of Siberia.
From medium Baïkal " Sredny Baïkal " to Olkhon island through the Small sea " Moloié Moré ", the spiritual and geographical heart of this internal ocean with golden steppes, yellow larches and yellow ochres rocks will be the part of journey which will subjugate you by its landscapes. After a walk up to the cape of Khoboj, sacred place of the shamans, you will have opportunity to realise shooting in 360 ° with the Baikal in background. A free day will be granted to you to rest you or to follow the exploration of the island among proposed activities.Back in civilisation we will visit the historical centre of Irkoutsk, one of the most ancient Siberian cities founded by the Cossacks, pioneers of the Siberia.
- Day 1The southernmost point of lake BaikalIrkutsk — Baikalsk
- Day 2Warm Lakes in the Khamar-Daban mountainsBaikalsk
- Day 3Baikal crossing from east to west coastBaikalsk — Listvyanka
- Day 4The biggest island of Baikal lakeListvyanka — Olkhon island
- Day 5Sacred site for shamansOlkhon island
- Day 6Day in the Baikal villageOlkhon island
- Day 7Return to IrkutskOlkhon island — Irkutsk
- Day 8DepartureIrkutsk
- 11:00Meeting with group in the Irkutsk airportMeeting with the group, your guide and driver in the airport. Acquaintance with the group and discussion of the tour's details. *You can choose the morning flight for taking the breakfast in one of the airports cafes or to arrive the day before. Please, contact us for the supplement overnight reservation.
- 11:15Departure to the Kultuk villageKultuk is a village and the bay of the same name situated in the southernmost part of lake Baikal. Near Kultuk village there is a view point of lake Baikal against a background of the majestic Khamar-Daban mountains.
- 13:00Lunch in the cafe — Not includedYou can taste the dishes of the local cuisine in the cafe with picture windows. The lunch is not included in the price, the payment on site in cash.
- 14:00Continuation of the journey to Baikalsk townBaikalsk is the southernmost town on the Baikal shore known for one of the best Russian skiing resort, garnet beach, strawberry festival and soft climate.
- 16:00Arrival and accommodation in the hotel
- 19:00Dinner — Not included
- Overnight in the hotel
3 h transfer (148km)
- 09:00Breakfast in the hotel
- 10:00Excursion to Warm lakesWarm lakes: the Emerald (Izumrudnoye), the Dead (Mertvoye) and the Fairy tale (Skazka) are situated at a walking distance but every one has its own coast and chemical composition. It's a place with a unique microclimate. There are the black poplars - the old-growth trees more then 300 years old. There should be several persons for embracing its trunk.
- 13:00Picnic
- 14:00Trekking to Warm lakesDeparture for a hike through the siberian taiga to discover the "Teplye" (warm) lakes. On the way you will may pick seasonal mushrooms and berries and enjoy the charm and its autumnal serenity
- 16:00Return to Baikalsk
- 19:00Dinner in the restaurant
- Overnight in the hotel
- 09:00Breakfast in the restaurant
- 10:00Transfer to the berth
- 10:30Baikal crossingEmbarkation on speed boat and Baikal crossing from the east to th west to Listvyanka village.
- 12:30Arrival and transfer to the hotelAccommodation and rest.
- 13:00Lunch in the restaurant of the hotel
- 14:00Discovery of Listvyanka villageExcursion to the Baikal museum where you will try a minisub simulator, which takes you deep down into Baikal waters. You can watch nerpa (Baikal endemic seal) and learn of the flora and fauna of the lake. You will take chairlift to the Cherskiy rock from where you will see the panoramic view on the Angara river source.
- 19:00Dinner in the hotel — Not includedNot included, payment on site in cash.
- Overnight in the hotel
- 08:00Breakfast in the hotel
- 08:40Departure to the Olkhon island
- 10:40En route excursion to the ethnographic centreWe will assist at the rite of the purification. You will get acquaintance with the culture of the Baikal shamanisme, the local beliefs and the spirits living there. Don't forget to ask for their blessing for your travel!
- 13:00Lunch in a Buryat cafeServing the traditional cuisine: posy, chebureki, Buryat tea etc.
- 14:00Continuation of the way to Olkhon islandAfter lunch continuation of the way. Several times we will stop over at picturesque sites to make offerings to the spirits of the places. Arrival to the strait of Olkhonskiye Vorota ("Olkhon Gates"). Crossing of the strait by ferry. Drive to the village of Khuzhir, the capital of the island. On the way, discovery of ruins to the Kurykan wall which barred formerly the access to the holy site. Arival to Khujir in the afternoon.
- 19:00Dinner in the resort
- Overnight at the resort
5 h transfer (361km)
- 09:00Breakfast at the resort
- 10:00Olkhon island excursionAfter breakfast excursion by 4X4 (UAZ) to Khoboy Cape, the northernmost point of Olkhon, sacred place of shamans. The trip will allow you to discover the beauty of the Maloye More (Small Sea) and its islets, also places of worship of shamans. Stroll to the cape.
- 13:00Outdoor lunch
- 14:00Walking around and come backReturn to Khuzhir. Visit of the hamlet of Uzury on the east of the island. The road passes through steppes, sandy beaches and taiga.
- 19:00Dinner at the resort
- Overnight at the resort
7 h 4x4 (80km)
- 09:00Breakfast at the resort
- 10:00Free time inwith your guideOptionally: excursion by 4X4 to the south of the island to discover the remains of ancient walls of the Kurykans, excursion by boat on the Ogoy Island, mountain bicycle, horseback ride (extra charges).
- 13:00Lunch at the resort — Not included
- 14:00Free timeThis day is a good possibility to walk along the coast and discover to the authentic life of the Baikal village.
- 19:00Dinner at the resort
- Overnight at the resort
- 09:00Breakfast at the resort
- 10:00Transfer to Irkutsk
- 16:30Arrival to Irkutsk and check-in
- 17:00Free time
- 19:00Dinner — Not included
- Overnight in the hotel
5 h transfer (292km)
- 09:00Breakfast in the hotel
- 10:00Transfer to the airportEnd of the program.
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- English-speaking guide
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Transport as per itinerary
- Excursions and visits as per itinerary
- Reserves and national parks entrance permissions
- Boat trip
- Letter of invitation
- Transfer to airport / railway station on last day
- Meals according to the program
- Personal expenses and tips
- Visa fees and travel insurance
- Optional activities
Extra charge for single room : 10 800 roubles. The indicated price is guaranteed for a group from 4 participants. If there are less participants, the price can be recalculated. The price does not include breakfast on day 2-8; Lunch on day 2-5 and dinner on day 2, 4-6.
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