What to do and see in Baikal, Siberian District: The Best Tours

November 24, 2021 Hana Mouser

Discover the best top things to do in Baikal, Russia including Lake Baikal Ice Day in Lisvyanka, 3-Day Guided Tour to Olkhon island, Challenge the Baikal Forest Trans-Siberian Railway, 20-Day Trans-Mongolian Tour from Beijing to St. Petersburg, Private Circum-Baikal Railway Guided Tour by Train from Irkutsk, Private Circum-Baikal Railway Walking Tour, LAKE BAIKAL JEEP&HOVERCRAFT 7 days tour (winter 2021), Full-Day Private Circum Baikal Railway Tour from Listvyankan, BIG ICE ADVENTURE 2021 Lake Baikal, Hot springs, Olkhon Island .

1. Lake Baikal Ice Day in Lisvyanka

ViVa HOSTEL, Ulitsa Sukhe-Batora, 8, Irkutsk, Irkutskaya oblast', Russia, 664011 Victor Spartov
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Covered in blue ice and snow, the planet 's greatest lake - which could be more beautiful! Travellers will see the legendary Lake Baikal chained with an ice savan. The snowy top mountain will be conquered, from where a beautiful view of Lake Bakala will open from the observation platform. They will be able to get on the ice of the lake, and if the weather is good and the ice is clean of snow, they will be able to skate. Visit the fish market, where you can try Bikhal fish (omul), buy souvenirs. You will walk along the quay of Lake Baikal. The route of the trip is made in such a way that in 1 day by car it is possible to see all the main attractions of the village of Lisvyanka on Baikal. You will find yourself facing the deep and untouchable nature of the lake. You have the snow-white surface of the frozen lake in front of you. You 'll see how the cold wind of Lake Baikal touches your face, tingling it cold like small needles. It will be the best day on the ICE OF LEGENDARY LAKE BAIKAL!

Inclusions: Private transportation

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2. 3-Day Guided Tour to Olkhon island

BienvenidoSPB Tours

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

Reviewed By 457beat

with Andrey I had a great guide, very friendly. He has an enormous knowledge of the sites. I highly recommend him as guide. The visited sights were astonishing and I might come back again to vist Pushin and Peterhof once more. A tour to recommend, together with Andrey

3. Challenge the Baikal Forest Trans-Siberian Railway

Ulitsa Sukhe-Batora, 8, Irkutsk, Irkutskaya oblast', Russia, 664011 Victor Spartov

This trip is designed for people who love wildlife. You will spend time in the Siberian taiga, in isolation from civilization, electricity. We leave Irkutsk at 7 am. Our way lies by car, local railway train on the TRANS-Siberian railway and then on foot through the wild forest-the Siberian taiga. Cargo (food supply, equipment) is distributed among the participants of the campaign. On arrival, all together will equip the camp. On the second day, a hike and exploration of the Siberian forest, a picnic with a barbecue, the opportunity to make a beautiful photo shoot in the snowy expanses. On the third day there will be free time and then the return journey to the city of Irkutsk. Accommodation is provided in shared forest hunting lodges (without a toilet inside) where wild travelers stay, so other travelers can stay at the same time. Participants of the campaign sleep on a large sleeping deck.

Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle

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4. 20-Day Trans-Mongolian Tour from Beijing to St. Petersburg

Travel to China

On this tour, we’ll begin our Trans-Mongolian journey in the fascinating Chinese capital, Beijing, travelling across the Mongolian steppe via exotic Ulan Bator and into Russia. As the train eats up the miles on its journey west, we’ll explore pretty Lake Baikal and charming Irkutsk before heading to historic Yekaterinburg. A comprehensive sightseeing programme in both Moscow and St Petersburg rounds off this unforgettable tour.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Russian visa service, Chinese visa service, Mongolian visa service

Exclusions: Personal travel insurance, Excursions not mentioned in the itinerary. Can be provided on spot, fees apply

5. Private Circum-Baikal Railway Guided Tour by Train from Irkutsk

Go Russia Travel Company

The Circum-Baikal is not just a railway, but a unique museum of history and nature, combining architecture with zoology, mineralogy and geology. Go Russia invites you to join us on the breathtaking journey around Lake Baikal, on the Circum-Baikal Railway, which runs along the North shore of the Southern part of the lake, from the village of Slyudyanka to the Port Baikal settlement. This is a full-day guided tour, which may start from either Irkutsk or the village of Listvyanka.

Inclusions: Guide, All Fees and Taxes, Circum-baikal train, Ferry, Transportation from Port Baikal to Irkutsk

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Reviewed By Von_Smiles

A very positive experience. I felt very reassured with all of the information received and the handling of the visa which was particularly easy via Go Russia in Germany. No glitches with the pick ups and no delays with the guides. First trip to Russia and I was impressed, so much so that I would book with Go Russia again when I eventually travel back and see more of the country. Julia from Go Russia was extremely competent and helpful.

6. Private Circum-Baikal Railway Walking Tour

Go Russia Travel Company

Enjoy a walking tour along the Circum-Baikal railway – a truly historic line - starting from Port Baikal to the first or second tunnel. You’re bound to be impressed by the stunning views of Lake Baikal, its magnificent beauty and the surrounding hills. This is a circular route, which starts and ends in Listvyanka village. Note: Total distance to the first tunnel is 4 km (2.5 ml), to the second 4 km (2.5 ml) more. The distance covered will depend on the group overall fitness. There is no altitude change while walking.

Inclusions: Guide, All Fees and Taxes, Ferry, Lunch

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Reviewed By Von_Smiles

A very positive experience. I felt very reassured with all of the information received and the handling of the visa which was particularly easy via Go Russia in Germany. No glitches with the pick ups and no delays with the guides. First trip to Russia and I was impressed, so much so that I would book with Go Russia again when I eventually travel back and see more of the country. Julia from Go Russia was extremely competent and helpful.

7. LAKE BAIKAL JEEP&HOVERCRAFT 7 days tour (winter 2021)

Baikal Sun Tours

Unique opportunity to make a Big Ice Journey - Jeep&Hovercraft Adventure around frozen Lake Baikal! Cross Baikal from West to East and visit the most beautiful sites and see variety of local cultures of the both sides. You will discover magical Nerpas-baikal seals, mysterious Olkhon island, splendid Chivyrkuysky bay, untouched nature of Barguzin valley, indigenous Buryat people, beauty of local Buddhism, joy of Russian old orthodox believers. This tour will give you the best and cover-it-all experience!

Inclusions: Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, English speaking guide, Accomodation in hotels (twin room with private bathroom)

Exclusions: Air tickets

Reviewed By Put-in-tours

We were a team of 2 Frenchmen and 1 Russian planning on short notice a 24h trip to Lake Baikal. Baikal Sun Tours offered very quickly a perfect and intensive program to make the best our of our short stay. They demonstrated very easy and careful communication from the start until the end of our trip. They organised our transfer from Irkutsk to the island, our hotel which was nice, an ice fishing session, an amazing banya and the north line excursion. We had a great experience and lots of fun with each activities. We highly recommend Baikal Sun Tours for their truly high level of service and great excursions!

8. Full-Day Private Circum Baikal Railway Tour from Listvyankan

Go Russia Travel Company

The Circum-Baikal is not just a railway, but a unique museum of history and nature, combining architecture with zoology, mineralogy and geology. Go Russia invites you to join us on the breathtaking journey around Lake Baikal, on the Circum-Baikal Railway, which runs along the North shore of the Southern part of the lake, from the village of Slyudyanka to the Port Baikal settlement. This is a full-day guided tour, which may start from either Irkutsk or the village of Listvyanka.

Inclusions: Guide, All Fees and Taxes, Circum-baikal train, Ferry, Transportation from Irkutsk to Listvyanka

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Reviewed By Von_Smiles

A very positive experience. I felt very reassured with all of the information received and the handling of the visa which was particularly easy via Go Russia in Germany. No glitches with the pick ups and no delays with the guides. First trip to Russia and I was impressed, so much so that I would book with Go Russia again when I eventually travel back and see more of the country. Julia from Go Russia was extremely competent and helpful.

9. BIG ICE ADVENTURE 2021 Lake Baikal, Hot springs, Olkhon Island

International Airport Irkutsk, Ulitsa Shiryamova, 13, Irkutsk, Irkutskaya oblast', Russia, 664009 Baikal Sun Tours

An exclusive tour - off-road expedition around lake Baikal. 9 unforgettable days of adventure, during which you will take a ride around the lake and also pass more than 1200 km by ice. You will see all types of landscape, all essential landmarks and all types of the Baikal ice: snowy fields, unlimited polished ice rinks, ice hummocks, ice coves and others. The total distance of the itinerary is more than 2000 km! Moreover, you will: -bathe in thermal hot springs where the temperature of water reaches 50 degrees; -spend a night in a true wooden house in Siberian Taiga; -travel to the largest peninsula on lake Baikal; -enjoy the unforgettable views of giant ice hummocks (up to 5x meters in height); -visit the heart of lake Baikal - Olkhon Island and the most North city - Severobaikalsk; After this tour, you will be able to say that you know the winter Baikal! N.B. The tour is an expedition.The itinerary can be changed for ensuring security of the group keeping all excursions.

Inclusions: Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, English speaking guide, Accomodation in hotels (twin room with private bathroom)

Exclusions: Air tickets, Hot springs fee (Day 6)

Reviewed By Put-in-tours

We were a team of 2 Frenchmen and 1 Russian planning on short notice a 24h trip to Lake Baikal. Baikal Sun Tours offered very quickly a perfect and intensive program to make the best our of our short stay. They demonstrated very easy and careful communication from the start until the end of our trip. They organised our transfer from Irkutsk to the island, our hotel which was nice, an ice fishing session, an amazing banya and the north line excursion. We had a great experience and lots of fun with each activities. We highly recommend Baikal Sun Tours for their truly high level of service and great excursions!

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