Location: Irkutsk Oblast
Top Things to do in Irkutsk Oblast
Top Restaurants in Irkutsk Oblast
Top 10 Day Trips from in Irkutsk Oblast, Siberian District
Irkutsk Oblast (Russian: Ирку́тская о́бласть, Irkutskaya oblast) is a federal subject of Russia (an oblast), located in southeastern Siberia in the basins of the Angara, Lena, and Nizhnyaya Tunguska Rivers. The administrative center is the city of Irkutsk. Population: 2,428,750 (2010 Census).
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1. Boat excursion to the Circum Baikal Railway
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
We are here to propose to you a personalized trip on the Circum Baikal Railway. It will perfectly fit you if you hate crowds and want to get 100% in harmony with nature. This is for you if you are looking for a route that reflects the most iconic spots along the way and doesn't take a lot of time; or if you would like to hugely diversify your knowledge on the subject of the railway construction and the history of the country and be treated as a welcome guest as well as a client. The Circum Baikal Railway is rightfully considered the most beautiful part of the Trans-Siberian Railway. An open-air monument of engineering ideas with its numerous tunnels, bridges, viaducts, and protective walls has become one of the most favorite destinations on Baikal. And we are inviting you to join us on this trip and explore “the golden buckle of Transsib” in a very elegant and convenient way. With us, you will observe the most iconic places for a reasonable price and accompanied by a skilled guide.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Snacks, Guide service throught the tour, 4 hour boat excursion
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Reviewed By folga22
Highly recommended!!! We spent a week on Lake Baikal carefully guided by Nadezhda. We visited Irkutsk, then we moved together to Listvyanka for one night, then to Olkhon for three days, and finally came back to Irkutsk. Nadya was doing her best during this period making all our wishes come true, giving useful and practical tips for our spare time and dealing with all organizational problems. So she is a wonderful guide: intelligent, talkative, well-awared, humorous, extremely responsive and resbonsible with her guests, and her sense of proportion and tact is amazing. The region is now on its way to providing good services for travelers and Nadezhda is the best role model for those who learn how to manage this process. Thank you for this unforgettable trip, dear Nadyusha!
2. The first date with Baikal in Listvyanka
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
Listvyanka is the best place to visit Lake Baikal especially if you are restricted in time.The minibus / private car will pick you up from the hotel and you will start your way to Listvyanka, which is 70 km away from Irkutsk. After a while there will be a stop and you will visit Talzy. It is an open-air museum of wooden architecture. The next stop will be at the rock of Shaman, the place which is full of legends and mysteries. Soon after this stop we will visit Baikal museum which discloses the secrets of water purity, flora and fauna of the lake. Then we go to the fish market where you can try Baikal omul. After all these cable way will bring you Chersky’s stone – the picturesque place at the top of 748m above sea level.
Inclusions: Private transportation, a bottle of Baikal water, Taltzy museum tickets
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3. Full day tour to Listvyanka, Baikal!
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
You will be picked up from your hotel by a comfortable minivan. On the way to Listvyanka you will visit the wooden ethnography museum Taltsy and the Baikal limnology museum to find out more about the Siberian exploration by Russians, local people settlements, and scientific study of the lake. In Listvyanka you will rise by a cableway to an observation platform "Czerskiy Stone", with stunning views of Lake Baikal and the source of the Angara River. Then you can visit the famous fish market and taste endemic Baikal fish. What's included: - private transfer: Irkutsk - Listvyanka – Irkutsk - guide service during the tour - Irkutsk city tour around historical center of the town - tickets for a chair lift to the observation point "Cherskiy Stone" - tickets for "Taltsy" museum - tickets for Baikal Limnological Museum - free time to explore Listvyanka and visit a fish market - opportunity for customization
Inclusions: Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Guide service throughout the tour, Visit to an open-air Taltsy museum , Chair lift ride to an observation point, Visit to Baikal Limnological Museum
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Reviewed By T7822DJchriso
This was the most efficient way to see the lake from Irkutsk. The vehicle was clean and in perfect condition. Victor is a fun person and drove very safely.
4. Full day transportation to Listvyanka, Baikal!
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
You will be picked up from your hotel by a comfortable minivan. On the way to Listvyanka you will visit the wooden ethnography museum Taltsy and the Baikal limnology museum to find out more about the Siberian exploration by Russians, local people settlements, and scientific study of the lake. In Listvyanka you will rise by a cableway to an observation platform "Czerskiy Stone", with stunning views of Lake Baikal and the source of the Angara River. Then you can visit the famous fish market and taste endemic Baikal fish. We always take into account the interests of our clients and we are open to discussing the itinerary, time and any other details. What's included: - private transfer: Irkutsk - Listvyanka – Irkutsk - tickets for a chair lift to the observation point "Cherskiy Stone" - tickets for "Taltsy" museum - tickets for Baikal Limnological Museum - free time to explore Listvyanka and visit a fish market - opportunity for customization
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Full day transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Bottled water
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Reviewed By Zlaya_Ania
It was amazing and interesting tour with great driver Viktor on his comfortable minivan. He met us at the airport, helped with our luggage and gave us a tour to the most beautiful and interesting places in Listvyanka region.
5. OLKHON island NOTH LINE one day trip
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Today you will go to the north part of the Olkhon Island! 10:00 departure from hotel.You will visit: Sand beach, Three brothers rock, Lion and Crocodile islands, Uzury village and the most north part of the Olkhon- Khoboy mountain! Then our driver will prepare for you a real Baikal lunch - omul fish soup.16:00 go back to the Khuzhir village.
Inclusions: The driver will prepare for you a real Baikal lunch - omul fish soup, vegetable salad, bread and cookies!, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Guide service (but don't worry - our driver can speak simplified English)
Reviewed By shenv
Lake Baikal in winter is a magical place. The lake freezes and the ice turns transperant and blue. You can look right through at beautiful hammock formations and bubbles forming beautiful patterns just under the ice. There is so much to do in this Sibetian region. The frozen lake gives access to the caves and overhangs on the mountains that are covered with breathtaking ice formations. The quaint villages on the shores of Baikal and in Olkhon island gives one a glimpse of this remote cold region and its very warm people. Driving on ice is a totally exciting and thrilling experience. The special thing about this winter region is its weather. Although the tempreture is subzero all the time, because of its dryness and lack of wind one doesn't feel very cold and if adequately dressed, very comfortable. Dog sleighing on ice was another happy experience that we had. My husband and I took this 7 day tour with Baikal Sun Tours. Right from the enquiry stage to the booking they were prompt and hospitable. Anastasia answered all our questions, provided everything and more than we asked for. They hlped us shop for warm clothes, cancelled our flight tickets although they hadn't booked it, helped us check in with our flights, provided ice walking equipment and even scouted for gifts for us and even provided us with local sim cards for our phones. Galina and Andrew not only dropped us at the Airport but stayed with us until we checked in. Slav our English speaking guide and Andrew who made all the arrangements were superb. They answered all our questions (and we had plenty), prepared fantastic meals on the lake, helped me walk on ice at all times, took us to the best spot on the lake and gave us an amazing experience. The hotels/ guesthouses were at the best spots and very comfortable. All the drivers of the vehicles were careful and good. Driving on the lake is risky and is the job of the experts. The meals were sumptuous and tasty. Andrew periodically provided us with his delicious homemade berry liquor that also helped in keeping us warm. Anastasia, answered all our queries on whatsapp very promptly at all times. I would strongly recommend Lake Baikal in winter experience to everyone and to take this tour with Baikal Sun Tours as they are outstanding.
6. Winter Listvyanka Tour (1 day)
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
For 8 hours of sightseeing tour in Listvyanka you will get acquainted with the following sights: 1) The Baikal highway 2) Taltsy - Architectural and Ethnographic Museum 3) Shaman Stone 4) Baikal Limnological Museum 5) Mountain "Stone of Cherskiy" 6) Fish and Souvenir Market 7) Beginning of the Great Baikal Trail
Inclusions: Tickets for Taltsy Museum and Baikal Museum, Private transportation
Exclusions: Tickets for Mountain lift to Chersky Stone, Tips and personal expenses, Lunch, Snowmobiles and Dog sledding
Reviewed By T6786WY_
Nice ???? trip , talented guide, beautiful nature and good people ???? thanks baikal vision for good organization of the tour
7. Arshan Tour (1 day)
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
For 12 hours of excursion to Arshan you will visit two regions of Russia, see the Southern part of Baikal, find out what the Republic of Buryatia is and why it is famous, look at Baikal from a bird's eye view. In this tour you will get acquainted with the following sights: 1) Stella on the border between the Irkutsk region and the Republic of Buryatia and Buddhist stupas on the road to Arshan 2) Tunkinsky Waterfall. This waterfall can not be reached by car, so we will have a mini-trekking (5 km). 3) The souvenir market. The market is on the way to the waterfall and is very famous, since almost all things here are made in Mongolia. 4) Buruat lunch 5) Buddhist Datsan. This datsan was built in 1917 at the foot of the Sayany Mountains. 6) Dead volcanoes. You will walk on the crater of one of the volcanoes. 7) Hot springs of the "Pearl" resort. You will have a chance to swim in the hot springs. You need to bring a bathing suit, a towel and slippers, or you can rent it on the spot.
Inclusions: Local Buryat cuisine (if you are vegetarian, warn us), Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Ticket to swim in hot springs (about 300 RUB per person)
Reviewed By T6786WY_
Nice ???? trip , talented guide, beautiful nature and good people ???? thanks baikal vision for good organization of the tour
8. Amazing day hikes on Baikal, from Listvyanka to Bolshiye Koty!
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
It is one of the ultimate day hikes on Baikal. This twenty kilometer hike takes adventurers from the historic Listvyanka village to a jaw-dropping view 200 meters atop of Lake Baikal. It can be a physically challenging hike but so very rewarding. You will see amazing views of the lake, Primorskiy Ridge’s beautiful array of colors, cozy bays, huge rock formations, valleys filled with flowers and much more. You can also enjoy swimming and having a picnic lunch on the shore while listening to the sounds of Lake Baikal. On the way back you will take a boat and see the path that was made while witnessing the lake’s rich sunset colors. • 1-day scenic hike tour nearby the oldest lake on earth; • See amazing views of the lake, Primorskiy Ridge’s beautiful array of colors, and huge rock formations; • Surround yourself in hidden forests full of lush plants; • boat drive for witnessing the lake’s rich sunset colors; • picnic lunch on the shore • Guide service, private transportation.
Inclusions: Water, tee, coffee and lunch are included., Private transportation, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Guide service throughout the tour, Boat from Bolshie Koty to Listvyanka
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Reviewed By Zlaya_Ania
It was amazing and interesting tour with great driver Viktor on his comfortable minivan. He met us at the airport, helped with our luggage and gave us a tour to the most beautiful and interesting places in Listvyanka region.
9. Best experience on Baikal: Listvyanka and Irkutsk!
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4.9 based on 10 reviews
This tour is an elegant way to get acquainted with a cozy Siberian city called Irkutsk and the nearest town on Lake Baikal which is Listvyanka Village. You'll find yourself on the shores of the deepest and oldest lake on earth, race its waves on a boat excursion, ride a chair lift while observing Baikal with the taiga forest beneath your feet, and snow-capped mountains in the distance, learn some curious facts about Siberia’s exploration, taste delicious Russian cuisine and regional drinks. What's included: • Private transportation Irkutsk - Listvyanka – Irkutsk • Service of an English-speaking guide throughout the tour • Irkutsk city tour around historical center of the town • Visit to the observation point using the service of the chair lift • 40-min boat excursion on Lake Baikal • 60-min free time to visit an open-air fish and souvenir market
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By folga22
Highly recommended!!! We spent a week on Lake Baikal carefully guided by Nadezhda. We visited Irkutsk, then we moved together to Listvyanka for one night, then to Olkhon for three days, and finally came back to Irkutsk. Nadya was doing her best during this period making all our wishes come true, giving useful and practical tips for our spare time and dealing with all organizational problems. So she is a wonderful guide: intelligent, talkative, well-awared, humorous, extremely responsive and resbonsible with her guests, and her sense of proportion and tact is amazing. The region is now on its way to providing good services for travelers and Nadezhda is the best role model for those who learn how to manage this process. Thank you for this unforgettable trip, dear Nadyusha!
10. Tour to Circum-Baikal Railway
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4.3 based on 6 reviews
Circum-Baikal Railway is a unique monument of the engineering minds of late XIX century. Used to be the the most expensive part of the Transsiberian railway, now it is still the most interesting and beautiful one, became a part of Baikal National Park. Visit of this part of railway will give you an understanding of architecture and construction solutions of that days, and the feel of unique nature of the lake. You will go downhill through taiga forest, following the river of Angasolka till its connection with the lake. It is a small village there, used to build for railway workers. Then you will follow the tracks, touching stones in the tunnels built in early 1900s and feeling the breeze of the lake. After the walk we will have a lunch and enjoy the view of the Southern Baikal from the viewpoint. We highly recommend this tour to everybody who is interested in the Transsiberian railway!
Inclusions: Local taxes, National Park fees, Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Food and drinks
