10 City Tours in Irkutsk That You Shouldn't Miss

There are a lot of stereotypes about Russia and Siberia. For example many people think Siberia is a dark frozen wild place. In deed 6 months per year this area is really frozen (from November till April the air temperature is from -5 C to -35 C). But it is not dark at all! Irkutsk is one of the sunniest places on the planet (we have 318 (!) days of bright sun shining during the year) Some people believe that Siberia is a place with bears walk alone the roads. But bears dont walk along the roads here! It is imposable! Because we have no roads!!! (Russian joke about roads quality in Russia) So during this tour you will get to know the truth about Russia, Siberia and russian people!

Inclusions: Guide

Exclusions: Tips (optional), Private transportation

You will be picked up from your hotel by a comfortable minivan. On the way to Listvyanka you will visit the wooden ethnography museum Taltsy and the Baikal limnology museum to find out more about the Siberian exploration by Russians, local people settlements, and scientific study of the lake. In Listvyanka you will rise by a cableway to an observation platform "Czerskiy Stone", with stunning views of Lake Baikal and the source of the Angara River. Then you can visit the famous fish market and taste endemic Baikal fish. We always take into account the interests of our clients and we are open to discussing the itinerary, time and any other details. What's included: - private transfer: Irkutsk - Listvyanka – Irkutsk - tickets for a chair lift to the observation point "Cherskiy Stone" - tickets for "Taltsy" museum - tickets for Baikal Limnological Museum - free time to explore Listvyanka and visit a fish market - opportunity for customization

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Full day transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water

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Your private tour to lake Baikal! All the most interesting and exciting in one tour! You will visit Olkhon island, Listvyanka village and the heart of Siberia - Irkutsk city. A professional guide will make this tour not only interesting, but also informative, recommend the best restaurants and shops, help you to order dinner, accompany you shopping (our company provides its personal discounts to many local stores). Your tour includes transfer by comfortable cars, jeeps and minivans for groups from 1 to 6 people and minibuses for groups from 7 to 18 people. All our cars are equipped with air conditioning system. We offer you accommodation in one of the best hotels of Olkhon and Irkutsk! Standard rooms with twin beds and private bathroom. Upon your request, we can change the standard accommodation for a room with one double bed or a room for 3 people. We invite you to visit Lake Baikal with us!

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Daily bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Local insurance, Accomodation in hotels (5 nights), Professional Licensed Guide

Exclusions: Air tickets, Dinners, Personal expences

During the walking tour guide will show you around the area, where 350 years ago the city was founded. You will be introduced to the history of Irkutsk and see its main sights: beautiful churches, historical buildings and monuments. HIGHLIGHTS • Immerse yourself in the life and history of Irkutsk and Siberia • Visit the site of the ancient city entrance • Discover the legends of underground streets in the city centre • Explore the Old Town of Irkutsk and see it from the inside • Observe the unique character of the old Siberian city • Stroll through the narrow wooden streets of the city • Take a trip to ancient Russia and feel its atmosphere

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide assistance. Other languages upon request

Exclusions: Hotel pick and drop off, Any entrance fees, Transport, Food / Drinks, Gratuities

We invite you to tour into the heart of lake Baikal on Olkhon island! You will visit the most popular places as Khoboy cape, Uzura valley, Burhan cape and meet with the local culture.

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Accommodation on Olkhon island, Guide, Meals daily on Olkhon island, Excursion to Burkhan cape, Excursion to Khoboy cape, Transfer Irkutsk — Olkhon island— Irkutsk

Exclusions: Insurance

During the tour the guide will show you the city's historical centre. You will get acquainted with the history of Irkutsk, see the city's main streets, churches, famous buildings and monuments. as well as pay a visit to the famous icebreaker “Angara”. Often called the Siberian Paris, Irkutsk is one of the largest and most beautiful cities in Siberia, Russia. The city boasts magnificent churches, whose histories date back centuries. Irkutsk was founded in 1661 on the place of the junction of the Angara and the Irkut Rivers. The Irkut River gave the name to the city. At first, it was just a little wooden town, but it developed very fast, and 25 years later Irkutsk was given the status of the city. Today Irkutsk is one of the largest economic, industrial and cultural centres of Eastern Siberia. The citizens of the city believe that Irkutsk means for Siberia as much as Paris for France and London for England. • Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Inclusions: Driver’s services as per the program (Comfortable car/minivan with A/C), Professional English-speaking guide assistance. Other languages upon request, Entrance fee to Icebreaker "Angara", All taxes, fees and handling charges, Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Personal expenses, Gratuities

Start and end in Irkutsk! With the adventure tour Baikal Explorer, you have a 7 day tour package taking you through Irkutsk, Russia and 3 other destinations in Russia. Baikal Explorer is a small group tour that includes accommodation in a hotel as well as an expert guide, meals, transport and more.

Inclusions: Accommodation in Irkutsk, hotel double room (shower and toilet in the room) (4 nights), Accommodation at the hotel on Olkhon, double room (shower and toilet in the room) (3 nights), day 1 – breakfast, lunch, dinner; day 2 – breakfast, lunch at the roadside café, dinner; day 3, 4 – breakfast, picnic lunch, dinner; day 5 – breakfast, lunch at the roadside café, dinner; day 6 – breakfast, lunch, dinner; day 7 - breakfast, Reception at the Irkutsk airportIrkutsk-Olkhon transfer Olkhon island-Irkutsk transfer Irkutsk-Listvyanka-Irkutsk transfer Transfer to the airport,

Exclusions: Insurance

During the tour the guide will show you the city's historical centre, you will get acquainted with the history of Irkutsk and will see the city's main streets, churches, famous buildings and monuments, as well as visit Decembrists museum. Often called the Siberian Paris, Irkutsk is one of the largest and most beautiful cities in Siberia, Russia. The city boasts magnificent churches, whose histories date back centuries. Irkutsk was founded in 1661 on the place of the junction of the Angara and the Irkut Rivers. The Irkut River gave the name to the city. At first, it was just a little wooden town, but it developed very fast, and 25 years later Irkutsk was given the status of the city. Today Irkutsk is one of the largest economic, industrial and cultural centres of Eastern Siberia. The citizens of the city believe that Irkutsk means for Siberia as much as Paris for France and London for England. • Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Inclusions: Professional English-speaking guide assistance. Other languages upon request, Driver’s services as per the program (Comfortable car/minivan with A/C), Entrance fee to Decembrists' museum, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Personal expenses, Gratuities

During the tour you will get acquainted with the history of Irkutsk and will see the city's main streets, churches, famous buildings and monuments. The city tour includes visiting the historic centre of Irkutsk. The duration of the city tour is 4 hours. You will visit the location of Irkutsk fort building, some orthodox churches, the historic quarter with its wooden houses built in Siberian style. You will be impressed by seeing the Roman-Catholic Church that was built in memory of Polish rebels in Siberia and many more. We invite you to discover the history of the city with us! • Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Inclusions: Roundtrip transportation to and from your central hotel (Comfortable car/minivan with A/C), Professional English-speaking guide assistance. Other languages upon request, Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Personal expense, Gratuities, Entrance fees

A unique opportunity to visit the heart of Lake Baikal - Olkhon Island! Blue ice, snow caves, a meeting with a shaman - this exciting journey is waiting for you! A professional guide will make this tour not only interesting, but also informative, recommend the best restaurants and shops, help you to order dinner, accompany you shopping (our company provides its personal discounts to many local stores). Your tour includes transfer by comfortable cars, jeeps and minivans for groups from 1 to 6 people and minibuses for groups from 7 to 18 people. All our cars are equipped with air conditioning system. We offer you accommodation in one of the best hotels of Olkhon - standard rooms with twin beds and private bathroom. Upon your request, we can change the standard accommodation for a room with one double bed or a room for 3 people. We invite you to visit Lake Baikal with us!

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Daily bottled water, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Local insurance, Accomodation in hotel (2 nights), Professional Licensed Guide

Exclusions: Air tickets, Dinners, Personal expences