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Irkutsk
Explore the historic centre before heading to Lake Baikal.
Private trips and guided excursions
Baikal tours from Irkutsk
Olkhon, Listvyanka, Arshan and winter Baikal. We arrange transport, guided visits and accommodation where needed, with dates and an itinerary agreed with you.
Accredited guidesA personalised itineraryTrip planning support
How we work
First, tell us about your plans. Then we'll suggest an itinerary.
Tell us when you're coming, your group size and what you'd like to see. We'll discuss travel time and the kind of trip you enjoy.
We'll suggest a programme and discuss transport and accommodation. The price, places to visit and order of stops are agreed before the trip.
Meet the team and guides
Irkutsk and Lake Baikal
The city, lake, islands and mountains
Visit the lake for a day or spend several days exploring Baikal. We'll help you choose places and allow enough time for travel and walks.
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The Baikal shore
Lakeside walks and stops with views across the water.
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Olkhon
Cape Burkhan, steppe roads and the island's rocky shores.
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Baikal in winter
Frozen grottoes and clear ice. The route depends on the weather and ice conditions.
Where to go
Tours and day trips from Irkutsk
01private tourMaloye More · Olkhon
Olkhon Island tour
Cape Burkhan, northern Olkhon and steppe roads. A private itinerary with walks and stops by Lake Baikal.
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02up to 6 guestsTunka Valley
Arshan and Sayan Mountains tour
Arshan's mineral springs, waterfalls and mountain trails in the Tunka Valley, with time to try local food.
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03private tourTaltsy · Listvyanka
Listvyanka day trip
Taltsy and Listvyanka in one day: wooden architecture, the Baikal Museum, lake views and local food.
View tour detailsFebruary–March
Winter trips to Lake Baikal
In February and March, explore clear ice and frozen grottoes. We check weather and ice conditions before departure and agree the route with the guide.
View the winter tourBefore you travel
What we'll agree in advance
Your preferences
We'll discuss interests, travellers' ages, meals, activity levels and accommodation.
Transport and accommodation
Before departure, we'll confirm transport and accommodation and check the forecast for possible itinerary changes.
Contact with the organiser
You'll have a contact person who coordinates your trip and helps with questions along the way.
Guided visits
Our guides share the region's history and everyday life, answer questions and explain local traditions.
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Send us your dates, group size and preferences. We'll discuss suitable routes, transport, accommodation and costs.