Excursions in Olkhon Island

from 12 000 RUB

Description

6.00 — DEPARTURE from your address
09.30 — FERRY BOARDING
It takes about 15 minutes to cross the channel.  
In winter time, we cross the channel by cars on official ice road ( about 11 km). 
11.00 — KHUZHIR
Excursion around Khuzhir village: Cape Burkhan, Shamanka rock, Serge pillars.
12.00 — SOUTHERN PART OF OLKHON 
Today we will explore the southern part of Olkhon Island: view point on the Small Sea, Garden of Stones, Yalginsky Cape, Cape Horse Head, Lake Heart.
In winter, the the Southern excursion takes place on ice: Ogoy Island, Cape Yalga, Cape Khorgoy, Khubun Island.
13.30 — LUNCH
During the one of the stop, our driver will prepare lunch: omul fish soup, vegetable salad, bread, tea, cookies.
15.30 — CONTINUATION OF THE EXCURSION
After lunch we will continue to explore the Southern part Olkhon: Khalzany area and Trident Rock. Then we will return to the ferry place.
In winter time we stop on clear ice (gololyadka), hummocks, and blue ice. You can rent skates (optional)
17-18.00 — FERRY BOARDING. 
Transfer to Irkutsk.
20-21.00 — ARRIVAL IN IRKUTSK.

On request: breakfast, dinner during the trip.

  • Price of excursion:
    2 people – 23 000 RUB per person
    3 people – 17 000 RUB per person
    4 people – 14 000 RUB per person
    5 people – 12 000 RUB per person

The price includes: transportation services, guide services, lunch, tickets to the national park.
The price does not include activities “On request”, personal expenses, tips.

N.B. From the 15th of June till the 1st of September this tour requires extra transfer because of long lines to the ferry. 
From 25th of December till the 5th of February and from the 1st of April till the 1st of May this tour requires extra transfer because of ice freezing and melting period. 
This extra transfer costs 12 000 RUB per group (round trip) + hovercraft service (only in winter) – 2000 rub per person

​Day 1. 
10.00 – DEPARTURE from your address.
The tour starts at 10 am. It’s about 3-4 hours from Irkutsk to Olkhon Island. On the way you will have several stops: Border of the Olkhon district, Tazheran valleys (Eagle monument), Prisoner monument. 
13.00 — LUNCH
On the way to Olkhon Island we will stop at a cafe with Buryat (local) cuisine, where you can try the famous Pozy, Shuleen, Bukhler, Sagudai and so on (payment on the spot)
15.30 — FERRY BOARDING
It takes about 15 minutes to cross the channel.  
In winter time, we cross the channel by cars on official ice road ( about 11 km). 
16.30 – KHUZHIR
Arrival in Khuzhir. Check-in to the guest house. Rest after the road (30 minutes)
17.00 – EXCURSION AROUND KHUZHIR VILLAGE
Today you will get acquainted with Khuzhir village, walk along the streets, and visit souvenir shops. But most importantly, you will visit Cape Burkhan, Shamanka rock, Serge pillars.
18.00 – FREE TIME.
You can rent bicycles, scooters and ride around or admire the sunset at Cape Burkhan. You can also order a banya (sauna) on the shore of Lake Baikal.
Dinner is free, your guide will recommend good cafes.
Or you can have dinner in a guest house (buffet) – 1000 rubles per person (book in advance).
Overnight in the guest house.

Day 2.
8.00 – BREAKFAST
9.00 – EXCURSION TO THE NORTHERN PART OF OLKHON ISLAND (KHOBOY)
Today you are going to explore the northern part of Olkhon island: Kharantsy village, Peschanoye bay, Three Brothers Cape, Khoboy Cape.
In winter time, the whole excursion to the Northern part (Cape Khoboy) takes place on ice: Kharantsy Island, Cape Three Brothers, Cape Khoboy.
13.00 — LUNCH
During the stop in Cape Khoboy, our driver will prepare lunch: omul fish soup, vegetable salad, bread, tea with local grass, cookies.
14.30 — CONTINUATION OF THE EXCURSION
After lunch we continue to explore Northern Olkhon: Cape Shunte, the monument to the Guardian of Baikal. After we will drive back to the ferry.
In winter time we stop on clear ice (gololyadka), hummocks, and blue ice. You can rent skates (optional)
16.00 — FERRY BOARDING. 
Transfer to Irkutsk. 
19-20.00 – ARRIVAL IN IRKUTSK.

Price:
2 people – 36 000 RUB per person
3 people – 32 000 RUB per person
4 people – 29 000 RUB per person
5 people or more – 28 000 RUB per person

The price includes: transportation services, guide services, tickets to the national park, meals (day 2 – breakfast, lunch) and accommodation in a guesthouse with private facilities/bathroom. 

The price does not includes: 1st day lunch and diner, 2nd day diner, personal expenses, tips.

N.B. From the 15th of June till the 1st of September this tour requires extra transfer because of long lines to the ferry. 
From 25th of December till the 8th of February and from the 1st of April till the 1st of May this tour requires extra transfer because of ice freezing and melting period. This extra transfer costs 12 000 RUB per group (round trip) + hovercraft service (only in winter) – 2000 rub per person

Day 1. 
10.00 – DEPARTURE from your address.
The tour starts at 10 am. It’s about 3-4 hours from Irkutsk to Olkhon Island. On the way you will have several stops: Border of the Olkhon district, Tazheran valleys (Eagle monument), Prisoner monument. 
13.00 — LUNCH
On the way to Olkhon Island we will stop at a cafe with Buryat (local) cuisine, where you can try the famous Pozy, Shuleen, Bukhler, Sagudai and so on (payment on the spot)
15.30 — FERRY BOARDING
It takes about 15 minutes to cross the channel.  
In winter time, we cross the channel by cars on official ice road ( about 11 km). 
16.30 – KHUZHIR
Arrival in Khuzhir. Check-in to the guest house. Rest after the road (30 minutes)
17.00 – EXCURSION AROUND KHUZHIR VILLAGE
Today you will get acquainted with Khuzhir village, walk along the streets, and visit souvenir shops. But most importantly, you will visit Cape Burkhan, Shamanka rock, Serge pillars.
18.00 – FREE TIME.
You can rent bicycles, scooters and ride around or admire the sunset at Cape Burkhan. You can also order a banya (sauna) on the shore of Lake Baikal.
Dinner is free, your guide will recommend good cafes.
Or you can have dinner in a guest house (buffet) – 1000 rubles per person (book in advance).
Overnight in the guest house.

Day 2.
9.00 – BREAKFAST
10.00 – EXCURSION TO THE NORTHERN PART OF OLKHON ISLAND (KHOBOY)
Today you are going to explore the northern part of Olkhon island: Kharantsy village, Peschanoye bay, Three Brothers Cape, Khoboy Cape.
In winter time, the whole excursion to the Northern part (Cape Khoboy) takes place on ice: Kharantsy Island, Cape Three Brothers, Cape Khoboy.
14.00 — LUNCH
During the stop in Cape Khoboy, our driver will prepare lunch: omul fish soup, vegetable salad, bread, tea with local grass, cookies.
15.30 — CONTINUATION OF THE EXCURSION
After lunch we continue to explore Northern Olkhon: Cape Shunte, the monument to the Guardian of Baikal. 
In winter time we stop on clear ice (gololyadka), hummocks, and blue ice. You can rent skates (optional).
17.00 — RETURN TO KHUZHIR. FREE TIME.
Dinner is free, your guide will recommend good cafes.
Or you can have dinner in a guest house (buffet) – 1000 rubles per person (book in advance).
Overnight in the guest house.

DAY 3.
9.00 – BREAKFAST.
10.00 – DEPARTURE TO IRKUTSK.
15.00 – ARRIVAL IN IRKUTSK.

ADDITIONALLY, TODAY (THIRD DAY) YOU CAN ORDER:
1) Excursion by car around the southern part of the Island. You will see view point on the Small Sea, Garden of Stones, Yalga Cape, Cape Horse Head, Lake Heart, Mount Trident, Lake Nury.
OR
2) Water excursion around the Small Sea (in a group). You will see Ogoy Island, Zamogoy Island, Elenka Island. Try sacred springs and visit a Buddhist Stupa. Moreover, today you may see real seals in the wild nature.
In winter, you can book only excursion around the southern part of Olkhon Island where you will visit Yalga Cape, Shibet Cape, Ogoy Island, Cape Khorgoy, Hubun Island and  where you will see ice bubbles, ice caves and grottos, ice splashes and blue ice.

Price:
2 people – 49 000 RUB per person (5000 RUB per person – south/water excursion)
3 people – 41 000 RUB per person (4000 RUB per person – south/water excursion)
4 people – 36 000 RUB per person (4000 RUB per person – south/water excursion)
5 people or more – 35 000 RUB per person (4000 RUB per person – south/water excursion)

The price includes: transportation services, guide services, tickets to the national park, meals (day 2 – breakfast, lunch, day 3 – breakfast) and accommodation in a guesthouse with private facilities/bathroom. 

The price does not includes: 1st day lunch and diner, 2nd day diner, 3rd day lunch, personal expenses, tips.

N.B. From the 15th of June till the 1st of September this tour requires extra transfer because of long lines to the ferry. 
From 25th of December till the 5th of February and from the 1st of April till the 1st of May this tour requires extra transfer because of ice freezing and melting period. This extra transfer costs 12 000 RUB per group (round trip) + hovercraft service (only in winter) – 2000 rub per person 

Day 1. 
10.00 – DEPARTURE from your address.
The tour starts at 10 am. It’s about 3-4 hours from Irkutsk to Olkhon Island. On the way you will have several stops: Border of the Olkhon district, Tazheran valleys (Eagle monument), Prisoner monument. 
13.00 — LUNCH
On the way to Olkhon Island we will stop at a cafe with Buryat (local) cuisine, where you can try the famous Pozy, Shuleen, Bukhler, Sagudai and so on (payment on the spot)
15.30 — FERRY BOARDING
It takes about 15 minutes to cross the channel.  
In winter time, we cross the channel by cars on official ice road ( about 11 km). 
16.30 – KHUZHIR
Arrival in Khuzhir. Check-in to the guest house. Rest after the road (30 minutes)
17.00 – EXCURSION AROUND KHUZHIR VILLAGE
Today you will get acquainted with Khuzhir village, walk along the streets, and visit souvenir shops. But most importantly, you will visit Cape Burkhan, Shamanka rock, Serge pillars.
18.00 – FREE TIME.
You can rent bicycles, scooters and ride around or admire the sunset at Cape Burkhan. You can also order a banya (sauna) on the shore of Lake Baikal.
Dinner is free, your guide will recommend good cafes.
Or you can have dinner in a guest house (buffet) – 1000 rubles per person (book in advance).
Overnight in the guest house.

Day 2.
9.00 – BREAKFAST
10.00 – EXCURSION TO THE NORTHERN PART OF OLKHON ISLAND (KHOBOY)
Today you are going to explore the northern part of Olkhon island: Kharantsy village, Peschanoye bay, Three Brothers Cape, Khoboy Cape.
In winter time, the whole excursion to the Northern part (Cape Khoboy) takes place on ice: Kharantsy Island, Cape Three Brothers, Cape Khoboy.
14.00 — LUNCH
During the stop in Cape Khoboy, our driver will prepare lunch: omul fish soup, vegetable salad, bread, tea with local grass, cookies.
15.30 — CONTINUATION OF THE EXCURSION
After lunch we continue to explore Northern Olkhon: Cape Shunte, the monument to the Guardian of Baikal. 
In winter time we stop on clear ice (gololyadka), hummocks, and blue ice. You can rent skates (optional).
17.00 — RETURN TO KHUZHIR. FREE TIME.
Dinner is free, your guide will recommend good cafes.
Or you can have dinner in a guest house (buffet) – 1000 rubles per person (book in advance).
Overnight in the guest house.

DAY 3.
9.00 – BREAKFAST.
10.00 – WATER EXCURSION AROUND THE SMALL SEA
Today you will have a boat excursion around the islands of the Small Sea (in a group).
You will see Ogoy Island, Zamogoy Island, Elenka Island. Try sacred springs and visit a Buddhist Stupa. Moreover, today you may see real seals in the wild nature.
In winter, you will have an excursion around the southern part of Olkhon Island where you will visit Yalga Cape, Shibet Cape, Ogoy Island, Cape Khorgoy, Hubun Island and  where you will see ice bubbles, ice caves and grottos, ice splashes and blue ice.
16.00 – ARRIVAL IN KHUZHIR. FREE TIME.
Dinner is free. Overnight in the guest house.

DAY 4.
9.00 – BREAKFAST.
10.00 – FREE TIME: swimming, sunbathing, taking SUP boards, cycling.
13.00 – DEPARTURE TO IRKUTSK.
17.00 – ARRIVAL IN IRKUTSK.

Price:
2 people – 69 000 RUB per person
3 people – 55 000 RUB per person
4 people – 48 000 RUB per person
5 people or more – 46 000 RUB per person

The price includes: transportation services, guide services, tickets to the national park, meals (, day 2 – breakfast, lunch; day 3 – breakfast, lunch; day 4 – breakfast) and accommodation in a guesthouse with private facilities. 

The price does not includes: meals that is not mentioned, personal expenses, tips.

N.B. From the 15th of June till the 1st of September this tour requires extra transfer because of long lines to the ferry. 
From 25th of December till the 5th of February and from the 1st of April till the 1st of May this tour requires extra transfer because of ice freezing and melting period. This extra transfer costs 12 000 RUB per group (round trip) + hovercraft service (only in winter) – 2000 rub per person

Other excursions

Trekking excursions in Baikal (summer)- 17 000 RUB
Excursions in Ulan-Ude – 3500 RUB
Excursions in Olkhon Island – 9000 RUB
Excursions in Arshan – 8000 RUB
Excursions in Listvyanka – 6 000 RUB
Excursions in Irkutsk – 4500 RUB

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