A wonderful mini tour of Olkhon Island in Lake Bajkal, Siberia, one of the most beautiful natural landscapes of Russia.

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A wonderful mini tour of Olkhon Island in Lake Bajkal, Siberia, one of the most beautiful natural landscapes of Russia.

The program, which also includes contact with the local population, is entirely customizable according to the needs of the traveler. The main activities that can be carried out include visiting Taltsy ethnographic museum, the museum of Lake Bajkal, the island of Olkhon, various cruises, the Circumbaikalika railway, snowmobiling, fishing, trekking, skating and food and wine tourism.
 

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Trip summary

  • Travel style Tailor-made travel
  • Departure Irkutsk
  • End Irkutsk
  • Countries
    • Russia
  • City
    • Olkhon
    • Irkutsk
  • Theme Unusual trips
  • Accommodation Standard
  • Flight Excluded
  • Guide Included
  • The tour has met our standards

Detailed itinerary

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  • 1
    Irkutsk to Olkhon island
    Day 1 Transfer by car

    Transfer from Irkutsk to Olkhon island by bus or private car. Lunch in a local restaurant, arrival around 3 PM and check in to the hotel. Then we'll discover famous Shaman Rock and have a walk in Chužir village. Dinner and overnight are included.

    Visited places:
    • Irkutsk
    • Olkhon
  • 2
    Olkhon island
    Day 2 Transfer by car

    Breakfast at the hotel and excursion to Khoboy Cape, the northenmost tip of the island, a sacred place for shamans. The journey will allow you to discover the beauty of the sea and primeval nature of this region.

    Lunch in the open air trying omul fish. Then enjoy some walks and stops in the most interesting locations.

    Return to Khuzhir. The road crosses steppes, beaches and taiga.

    Dinner and overnight included at the hotel.

    Visited places:
    • Olkhon
  • 3
    Return to Irkutsk
    Day 3 Transfer by car

    Breakfast at the hotel and free time before departure. Then travel back to Irkutsk, stop for lunch and end of tour.

    Visited places:
    • Olkhon
    • Irkutsk

Photogallery

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  • Prices and conditions
    Price includes
    • Breakfasts, lunches and dinners     
    • Transportation by jeep / off-road vehicle (depending on road conditions)     
    • Bottled mineral water     
    • Cost of entry into parks / structures / museums     
    • English speaking guide
    • Local guide / driver
       
    Price does not include
    • Personal expenses     
    • Travel insurance    
    • Flight ticket     
    • Train ticket