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Needle gas bubbles in the ice of Baikal

Emerald ice of Baikal

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  • 4 Days
  • Group : 1-30 People
  • Min Age : 8+

You will see those same bubbles in the ice! On this tour you will visit the most beautiful and secluded corners of Lake Baikal, stroll through ice caves, see the cleanest and most beautiful ice on the planet, get acquainted with smart and cute Siberian dogs !

Rout: Irkutsk – Listvyanka village –Peschanaya Bay – Bolshie Koty — Irkutsk

Price Includes

  • Transfers
  • 3 course meal
  • English-speaking guide’s service
  • Visits and excursions
  • All entrance fees
  • Dog-sledding
  • Accommodation (3 nights)

Extra charge

  • Flight or transfer to Irkutsk from the place of arrival, and further, departure or transfer to the next place of arriving after the end of the program
  • Saunas
  • Alcohol
  • Food, excluding those in the program
  • Additional services listed in the program for an additional fee or not specified in the program
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Itinerary

Day 1

Arrival in Irkutsk. Meet with the guide and driver. Short city tour, 1,5 hour. Transfer to Listvyanka
On the way: stop at the Taltsy Museum of Wooden Architecture. Lunch at the restaurant. Visit by chair lift to the mountain Chersky where the beautiful view opens at lake Baikal south part and source of the Angara river. Visit to the local market, selling smoked fish and souvenirs. Walking tour at the village Krestovka with visit to the Saint Nicolas church. Accommodation at the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast. Landing on a hovercraft. Departure to Peschanaya Bay with the guide. You will see those same bubbles in the ice. These places are famous for their beautiful pure ice. You can take pictures of incredible beauty. Lunch. Return to Listvyanka. Transfer to the Dog-Sledding Centre. You will meet the dogs, horses and instructors and get all the necessary instructions. Ride by dog sleds to the forest. You will enjoy the speed and beautiful landscapes of winter Baikal and snow-covered forest. You will breathe the frosty air and take wonderful pictures. Return to the hotel. Dinner.

Day 3

Breakfast. Tour day by snowmobile to Bolshie Koty with hot lunch. Return to Listvyanka. Dinner. Free time.

Day 4

Breakfast. Transfer to the airport or to the train station. Seeing off.

FAQ

I’m a solo traveler can I join a group?

Yes, we can offer you a SINGLE room accommodation at the hotels.
We can also join you in a group. Please, send us your desired travel dates.

How can I book this tour?

Please, send us the desired travel dates, number of persons, your passport and flight details. We sign a contract with you, and on the basis of the contract we will send you the invoice for the prepayment. You can pay by credit card (VISA or MASTER CARD) and in cash. After we receive the prepayment we will send you the confirmation of the program.

Which currency is most widely accepted on this tour?

The price is fixed in RUB. The price in EUR/USD changes every day according to the current exchange rate. All the payment details we will send you by e-mail.

Do the restaurants provide vegetarian menu?

Yes, all the restaurants provide vegetarian menu.

When is it necessary to book a tour?

The best time to book a tour is 1-2 months in advance. Please note that almost all the tours require the Early Booking. The earlier you book the tour and pay for it, the better price you will have. For individual programs the booking time is 2-3 months before the start of the tour. June — September (summer) and January – March (winter) is a high season, so you should take care of your vacation in advance. In this case, you will get the best hotels, the best guides and the best programs. However, if you decide to go to Lake Baikal on the eve of your planned vacation, we will still be glad to offer the best program and services due to our vast experience in this field.

Who will meet us in Irkutsk?

Before you arrive in Irkutsk we will already have all your travel details. So you will be met by a company representative (tourist guide) with the sign «BaikalNova» or your «NAME» at the airport (or at the train station).

Do you have a discount system or any special offers?

Yes, we have some special tour discounts. Besides, we can provide an individual discount after we discuss your program details.

What kind of transport do you provide?

We always provide a safe transfer of the passengers to Lake Baikal on comfortable buses (45 seats, 35 seats, 21 seats, 19 seats, 12 seats, 7 seats, private cars and Jeeps) with comfortable seats, large windows, air conditioning / climate control and professional drivers.

Do you have a German speaking guide?

Yes, you can be accompanied by a German speaking guide. Our company works with French, German, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Polish and English speaking guides. All our guides are certified for the guiding practice and accredited in the museums of the city. They are all in love with Lake Baikal and their native land. So, they are sure to help you discover traditions and the unique beauty of our Siberian land.

What's the difference between an electric train and a retro train?

Difference between the trains is that the retro train has a real steam locomotive at the head of the train. This fact makes the train more authentic. The carriages of both trains are almost the same, except that the electric train has two classes of carriage.

What kind of services affect the cost of the program?

The price depends on the hotel you choose. We can offer you homestay, guesthouse, hostel, hotel *** or hotel ****. The price depends on the kind of transfer you prefer (individual or group), accompaniment of the guide throughout the whole program of the tour. We can offer you excursions with a local guide for each part of the Baikal.

What should we take for a winter trip?

Participants of the tour must have adequate warm clothes for winter expeditions and additional equipment: a sleeping bag, a down jacket, insulated coveralls, a fleece jacket, a warm hat, 2 pairs of warm socks and gloves, winter boots, sunglasses, insect repellent, sunscreen, a personal flashlight, personal first aid kit, a large towel for bathing in the springs.

Is tick vaccination necessary?

It is strongly recommended to have vaccination against tick-borne encephalitis. Ticks are active from early May to mid-July. Although we avoid visiting places of greatest tick-borne activity, insurance of encephalitis is included in the cost of our active tours.

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