AROUND Baikal

...the Glorious Sea, the S acred Baikal...

 

We can help you to see this wonder of the world, walk those roads, still less travelled, if you are ready for the nice, but simple accommodation and transportation. Nature – will be the main luxury on the tip.

 

 

Highlights

 

◊ Explore unique Museum of Baikal

◊ See the ethnographical sites, which will help you to understand the local nations

◊ Enjoy Shaman folklore show – touch the spirits of nomadic nations

◊ Try Shaman lunch for a change

◊ See locals, talk to them, share their homes, life and foods

 

We recommend: minimum 7 days stay. The flights from Moscow or St Pete to Irkutsk are daily, about 4hrs. The time difference with Moscow is 4 hrs.

About the tour: See the city Irkutsk on the day of arrival. Morning check out and off to Bolshie Koty by the ferry, tiny village on the lake. Spend a night in a private chalet in this pristine place with maybe less than a 100 villagers. Tranquility, the vastness and grandeur of the scenery will surround you. Next day, by the ferry get back to Listvyanka, the biggest city type settlement on the lake. Visit the Museum of Baikal, have a lunch in the numerous cafes with the fish ‘omul’ , the local specialty. Sail by boat (2,5hours) on ‘this glorious sea’ from Listvyanka to the village Khujir, on Olkhon Island. Explore Khujir, enjoy the shaman show and shaman lunch with local Buryat people. Drive further into the island to check into the only hostel on the island, At Nikitas. Nice and friendly place. Enjoy couple days on the island: fish, trek, hike or just relax and think of eternity. Back to Irkutsk by the public/or private boat. Driving back with the private vehicle takes about 6 hours.

...see the >>map of Baikal

 

The approximate price for the tour only starts from 1,800 Euro per person, sharing twin room, 6 nights at various hotels. Airfare not included.

 

Please note:

All private travel is customized based on your specific interests, travel dates, included experiences, entrance fees and hotel choices. We will help you choose the perfect length of stay in each city, go over all hotel options, including upgraded rooms or suites if desired, and specific views and room features at each hotel. We invite you to tell us about your specific interests and “likes and dislikes” so we can further customize your trip to your exact needs. Minimum stay of two weekend nights is recommended.