Things to do in Siberian District, Russia: The Best Day Trips from

We are here to propose to you a personalized trip on the Circum Baikal Railway. It will perfectly fit you if you hate crowds and want to get 100% in harmony with nature. This is for you if you are looking for a route that reflects the most iconic spots along the way and doesn't take a lot of time; or if you would like to hugely diversify your knowledge on the subject of the railway construction and the history of the country and be treated as a welcome guest as well as a client. The Circum Baikal Railway is rightfully considered the most beautiful part of the Trans-Siberian Railway. An open-air monument of engineering ideas with its numerous tunnels, bridges, viaducts, and protective walls has become one of the most favorite destinations on Baikal. And we are inviting you to join us on this trip and explore “the golden buckle of Transsib” in a very elegant and convenient way. With us, you will observe the most iconic places for a reasonable price and accompanied by a skilled guide.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Snacks, Guide service throught the tour, 4 hour boat excursion

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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. What's included: - private transfer: Irkutsk - Listvyanka – Irkutsk - guide service during the tour - Irkutsk city tour around historical center of the town - 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: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Guide service throughout the tour, Visit to an open-air Taltsy museum , Chair lift ride to an observation point, Visit to Baikal Limnological Museum

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Today you will go to the north part of the Olkhon Island! 10:00 departure from hotel.You will visit: Sand beach, Three brothers rock, Lion and Crocodile islands, Uzury village and the most north part of the Olkhon- Khoboy mountain! Then our driver will prepare for you a real Baikal lunch - omul fish soup.16:00 go back to the Khuzhir village.

Inclusions: The driver will prepare for you a real Baikal lunch - omul fish soup, vegetable salad, bread and cookies!, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Guide service (but don't worry - our driver can speak simplified English)

Cape Khoboy is the northernmost cape of the island of Olkhon. To get to it, you have to cross the steppe landscapes, sandy tract and the majestic taiga. During the tour you will enjoy the picturesque views of Lake Baikal, explore one of the most energetically powerful places on the island, and also taste the fish soup prepared according to the traditional recipe. And most importantly - take with you an unforgettable experience!

Inclusions: Picknic in fresh air

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For 12 hours of excursion to Arshan you will visit two regions of Russia, see the Southern part of Baikal, find out what the Republic of Buryatia is and why it is famous, look at Baikal from a bird's eye view. In this tour you will get acquainted with the following sights: 1) Stella on the border between the Irkutsk region and the Republic of Buryatia and Buddhist stupas on the road to Arshan 2) Tunkinsky Waterfall. This waterfall can not be reached by car, so we will have a mini-trekking (5 km). 3) The souvenir market. The market is on the way to the waterfall and is very famous, since almost all things here are made in Mongolia. 4) Buruat lunch 5) Buddhist Datsan. This datsan was built in 1917 at the foot of the Sayany Mountains. 6) Dead volcanoes. You will walk on the crater of one of the volcanoes. 7) Hot springs of the "Pearl" resort. You will have a chance to swim in the hot springs. You need to bring a bathing suit, a towel and slippers, or you can rent it on the spot.

Inclusions: Local Buryat cuisine (if you are vegetarian, warn us), Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Ticket to swim in hot springs (about 300 RUB per person)

Circum-Baikal Railway is a unique monument of the engineering minds of late XIX century. Used to be the the most expensive part of the Transsiberian railway, now it is still the most interesting and beautiful one, became a part of Baikal National Park. Visit of this part of railway will give you an understanding of architecture and construction solutions of that days, and the feel of unique nature of the lake. You will go downhill through taiga forest, following the river of Angasolka till its connection with the lake. It is a small village there, used to build for railway workers. Then you will follow the tracks, touching stones in the tunnels built in early 1900s and feeling the breeze of the lake. After the walk we will have a lunch and enjoy the view of the Southern Baikal from the viewpoint. We highly recommend this tour to everybody who is interested in the Transsiberian railway!

Inclusions: Local taxes, National Park fees, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Food and drinks

The Trans-Siberian Train- a term that thrills adventurers of all kinds. Of the different branches of the Trans-Siberian Train, the Trans-Mongolian is the most traveled route, mainly due to the fact that in one journey one could explore three different countries, and three different distinct cultures. But long train rides over the vast open Siberian taiga and tundra might just not meet the preferences of many travelers. We have thus designed a trip that focuses on the true real gems of this long train ride. Our journey begins by Lake Baikal of Russian Siberia, on to the land of the Mongol Nomads, and ends in Beijing, the Chinese capital. Featuring two of the most spectacular sections of the Trans-Mongolia railway, and with enough time to explore at ease the unique culture and spectacular sites along the route, this is the perfect trip for those wishing to combine an iconic train ride with up-close encounters with local cultures.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Accommodation at hotels selected including breakfast, Train tickets for the train rides segments indicated in the program on a half-compartment basis, Transfers by private A/C vehicles at each train stop, Meals as indicated in the program, English speaking guide at each train stop, Entry fees for all shows and sightseeing as per program

Exclusions: International airfare to Irkutsk, and from Beijing, Travel Insurance, Russian Tourist Visa, Mongolian Tourist Visa, Chinese Tourist Visa, Food, meals or drinks aboard the train, Excess luggage, Gratuities

Ethnographical tour around the Lake Baikal area, an exiting visit to the region where Shamanism is still practised. It is a brilliant way to experience the Buryat people’s traditional hospitality and cuisine, to enjoy their dancing and music. You are invited to take part in the original ceremony of "meeting-and-greeting" guests at a Buryat dwelling, view the folk art, make offerings to the local spirits, and feel like a medieval nomad. • Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Inclusions: Round-trip private transfer, Professional local guide, Folk program, Visit to Shaman, Buryat national lunch, Guaranteed skip-the-line entrance

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified

Olkhon - the oldest center of civilisation, famous for its mysterious caves, rock paintings, ancient legends and historical traditions. He endlessly surprised by majestic scenery and landscapes. Our tour starts from the ferry and would lead to the very north of the island.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Tour escort/host, Hotel pickup and drop-off

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

We are here to propose to you a personalized trip to Sandy Bay. Sandy Bay is a must see on Baikal! In many guide books it’s considered one of the most scenic places to see in Siberia. Despite its accessibility which is quite difficult, the bay attracts many adventure seekers from all over the world who have dubbed the place “the Baikal Riviera”. This picturesque place has been guarded by two impassable bell tower-shaped rocks which are an integral part of many postcard views on the lake. One can only get here by boat and we invite you to discover and explore this awfully terrific spot as soon as possible! With us, you will observe the most iconic places for a reasonable price and accompanied by a skilled guide.

Inclusions: 7 hour boat excursion , Guide service throught the tour, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Snacks

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