Sokol Tours: Tours: Outdoor Leisure Activities: Meeting the Lake Baikal

Russia Siberia (Eastern) / Lake Baikal Ring

Route: - Irkutsk - Listvyanka village - Lake Baikal Ring - Old Circum Baikal Railway

Code: IRK-006

Duration: 1-2 days

Date: upon request

Discounts: %35 (2 people);
%38 (3 people);
%42 (4 people);

Difficulty: Light activity
Cost: 186 USD
- [option 1];
- per person;
237 USD
- [option 2];
- per person;
297 USD
- [option 3];
- per person;

Sunset

Listvyanka Village

Meeting the Lake Baikal

Museum of wooden architecture

Finally you arrived to the Siberian city of Irkutsk and probably cannot wait to meet the king of all lakes - the Lake Baikal. Listvyanka village would be our first suggestion. During this visit, you will have a chance to experience Siberian country life, enjoy panoramic views of Lake Baikal and the Baikal Museum where you can learn about the lake's geology, fauna and flora. At the Seals Aquarium, you will have a chance to see the famous Baikal's Nerpa, the only fresh water seals on Earth. When walking or hiking around the village, pay a visit to the local Saint Nicholas Church which has a remarkable story. This is also where you can find local souvenir merchants. On the way to or from Listvyanka we will also stop at the open air Museum of Wooden Architecture assembled of original houses, schools, churches and shops built in the 17-19th century by Russian Cossacks and local ethnic groups.

Virtual Tour (by Claudine and Leo Granbichler)

Itinerary:

[Option 1] - 6 hrs, without guide;
Transfer Irkutsk city-Listvyanka (~ 70km one way) by private car. Our driver will stop at the Museum of Wooden Architecture on the way to Listvyanka village. Upon arrival to Listvyanka, the driver will take to the Museum of Lake Baikal. Sightseeing and souvenir shopping. Return to Irkutsk same day.

[Option 2] - 6 hrs, with bilingual guide;
Transfer Irkutsk-Listvyanka (~ 70km one way) by private car with the guide. Stop at the Museum of Wooden Architecture. Upon arrival to Listvyanka, lunch. Visit Museum of Lake Baikal or Seals Aquarium. Sightseeing and souvenir shopping. Return to Irkutsk same day.

[Option 3] - overnight, with bilingual guide;
Transfer Irkutsk-Listvyanka (~ 70km one way) by private car with the guide. Stop at the Museum of Wooden Architecture. Upon arrival to Listvyanka, usually our first stop is at your accommodations to check in. Than our guide will invite you to visit Baikal Museum and Seals Aquarium (if opened) followed by sightseeing and souvenir shopping around the village. At the end of the day the guide and the driver will return back to Irkutsk (sometimes they stay in Listvyanka). There are several types of accommodations available in Listvyanka. Mainly there are family stays and hotels. Please check our "Accommodations" section (see below) for suggestions. After your stay is over in Listvyanka, our driver (without the guide) will pick you up at the agreed time for a return transfer to Irkutsk city.

Recommendations for activities in Listvyanka village:

- take a ferry to Bolshie Koty village (June - August);
- book a boat ride for 1 or 2 hours (mid May- mid September);
- ski and sled in the winter (November - April);

Included:

Transfers by private car per program;

Bilingual guide (option #2 and #3);

Museum admission fees as described;

Due to seasonal fluctuation of accommodation fees, Sokol Tours reserves the right to adjust rates accordingly.

Not included:

Food and Board;

Travel/Health Insurance;

Special/Feature exhibition fees;

Personal expenses;

Special tour-related note:

Carry a dictionary for tours without the guide. Be aware that neither the driver nor the B&B host speaks your language.

Bring: insect repellent, sweater or light jacket, cap depending on weather;

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