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Lake Baikal Cruise
Make the most of Lake Baikal during your short visit or Trans-Siberian stop
Set off on the short voyage on the oldest, deepest lake on earth – magical Lake Baikal, the ancient, life-giving blue heart of Siberia.
After the winter-time freeze, Baikal becomes a balmy summer boating paradise – a vast expanse of calm water with shimmering azure bays and a shoreline hugged by dramatic mountains, pristine forests and quaint ethnic villages. This relaxing three-day Lake Baikal cruise will take you to some of the most picturesque beauty spots in and around Lake Baikal, travelling on board the modern cruise ship Sibiryak with just 11 other guests. In three days, you’ll be able to take in a truly memorable taste of Siberia’s unique culture and nature – including a scenic journey on the magnificent Circum-Baikal Railroad and a walking tour of the Baikal National Park.
Arrival
Departure
Accomodation
Irkutsk
Irkutsk
Cruise vessel
Duration
Action rating
Group size
3 days / 2 nights
up to 12 people
Itinerary View map
Day 1:Listvyanka village
Transfer from Irkutsk to Listvyanka village and embark the Sibiryak vessel. A leisurely cruise takes us to the Circum-Baikal Railway. Afternoon walking tour of the most beautiful tunnels and stations.
Day 2:Peschanaya Bay
Cruise to Peschanaya Bay for breakfast with a view. Two hour walking excursion on the mountain track between Peschanaya and Sennaya Bay. Optional banya (Russian sauna) experience in the afternoon.
Day 3:Olkhon Island
Cruise along the west coast to Baikal’s largest island, Olkhon, to discover the culture of the indigenous Buryat people. Cross the Maloe More Strait between the island and the mainland. Disembark in Sakhyurta village and transfer back to Irkutsk.
Inclusions
Accommodation
River cruise vessel "Sibiryak" for 2 nights
Meals
All meals onboard
Guides
English-speaking representative on board and for the land-excursions
Other
Russian visa support documents
*Russian visa can be arranged by 56th Parallel for an additional cost (for Australian citizens only). Apply for comprehensive visa service here.
Not included
Flights, travel insurance, visa, optional excursions, airport transfers, tips
Dates & Prices
| Dates | Availability | Price | Single sup. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Jul - 13 Jul 2018 (L to MRS) Guaranteed Departures |
Available | US $945 | N/A | Reserve |
| 14 Jul - 16 Jul 2018 (MRS to L) Guaranteed Departures |
Available | US $945 | N/A | Reserve |
| 25 Jul - 27 Jul 2018 (MRS to L) Guaranteed Departures |
Available | US $945 | N/A | Reserve |
| 5 Aug - 7 Aug 2018 (MRS to L) Guaranteed Departures |
Available | US $945 | N/A | Reserve |
| 15 Aug - 17 Aug 2018 (MRS to L) Guaranteed Departures |
Available | US $945 | N/A | Reserve |
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