Tours around Lake Baikalprint

Baikal Tours for individual tourists and/or small groups are designed to attract a traveler interested in a more detailed and authentic experience when visiting Russia. The «staying with a family» option and introduction to such aspects of life of Russian villagers as «banya» should provide the prospective client with an opportunity of a close insight into the lives of the ordinary. All efforts were made to make the experience as comfortable as possible, although when considering booking a village «hotel» or ordering a meal in a village «restaurant» certain tolerance towards cultural differences is appreciated and expected. After all the above experience is meant to be different from any western lifestyle.
Please note — there is no direct flight to the final destinations. You will need to budget for some travelling time. The nearest airport is Irkutsk. You can fly in from either Moscow , St. Petersburg, Vladivostok, Novosibirsk, Rostov upon Don, Ulan-Bator, or Peking. Other routes to Irkutsk available via Trans-Siberian either from Moscow, Vladivostok, Ulan-Bator or Peking.
Once in Irkutsk, you will be looked after by members of our experienced team.

Exploring the shores of Lake Baikal (3 days/2 nights)


Russia is famous for its beautiful scenery and rich historical heritage and Lake Baikal, the most beautiful lake in Siberia, is no exception. We offer an exciting opportunity to spend two nights in the picturesque village of Listvyanka, located at the top shore of the lake somewhat 70 km from the city of Irkutsk. During this fascinating break the visitor will be immersed in a beauty of the surrounding landscapes, impressed by the authenticity of the local church and the exhibits at the museum of Lake Baikal and introduced to the joys of Russian Sauna (Banya). Included in the tour price are services of a tour-guide who speaks either English or German, accommodation (incl. breakfast), transfers from and to Irkutsk and entrance fees where applicable. This tour is available for bookings at any time of year.

Please note that tips, expenses for personal needs and registration fees in case of a private accommodation are excluded from the above prices.


Journey on the Old Trans-Siberian + exploring Irkutsk and the Lake Baikal (4 days/3 nights)


Start in the city of Irkutsk and ride to the Port Baikal via an authentic Trans-Siberian route with a subsequent journey across the Ankara River to the picturesque village of Listvyanka. Once there, be introduced to the beauty of the Siberian scenery and wealth of its historical heritage. Visit the local church and the museum of Lake Baikal and stay overnight with Siberian family. While in Irkutsk feel free to explore this exciting Siberian city with a walking tour and a visit to one of its many fascinating museums. Included in the tour price are services of a tour-guide who speaks either English or German, accommodation (incl. breakfast), transfers from and to train station/airport and entrance fees where applicable. This tour is available for bookings at any time of year.

Please note that tips, expenses for personal needs and registration fees in case of private accommodation are excluded from the above prices.


Hiking on the shores of Lake Baikal (5 days/4 nights)


Tracing a route around most picturesque and authentic villages situated on the shores of the legendary Lake Baikal this short (4 nights) hiking tour is a great way to explore Siberian landscapes and cultural heritage while staying fit. Spend your days walking beyond the lake’s tourist facades and your evenings relaxing in Russian sauna (Banya). Please be aware that while hiking you will be expected to carry your stuff and sleep in tents. Once in Irkutsk you will have a chance to see this exciting Siberian city and visit one of its many fascinating museums. Included in the tour price are services of a tour-guide who speaks either English or German, accommodation (incl. breakfast), transfers from and to train station/airport and entrance fees where applicable. This tour is available for bookings between 28.03 and 20.09 only.

Please note that tips, expenses for personal needs and registration fees in case of private accommodation are excluded from the above prices.