Russia Lake Baikal Winter Tour (Fully Booked)

Day 1：Kul/Sin ✈ Irkutsk

Depart from Kul/Sin for Irkutsk, a town in Siberia, Russia. Arrive late at night in Irkutsk and transfer to the hotel.

Stay: Irkutsk

Day 2：Irkutsk（B,D）

Today, we will explore the city's vibrant charm, starting with visits to its historical monuments, picturesque wooden houses, and the colorful Orthodox churches.. After a leisurely lunch, we’ll stroll through the bustling central market, renowned for its fresh produce and unique local treasures. As the day winds down, we will explore the enchanting 30th district, where a lively mix of restaurants, and bars, and boutique shops reside in beautifully preserved traditional wooden buildings.

Stay: Irkutsk

Day 3: Irkutsk - Listvyanka (1hr)（B,L）

After breakfast, we will drive to Listvyanka, about an hour away. Our first stop is the Taltsy Museum, an open-air collection showcasing the history and culture of the Baikal region from the 17th to 20th centuries.

Then, we will head to Listvyanka, a small town on Lake Baikal's shores. Explore the frozen lake or visit the fish market for local specialties like Omul fish. After lunch, we'll meet huskies for an exciting sled ride. We will take a ski lift to Chersky Peak for a view of Lake Baikal (if the weather permits). Finally, we'll check in to a local homestay for the night.

Stay: Listvyanka

Day 4: Listvyanka - Olkhon Island（7hrs）（B,L, D）

After breakfast, we will set off on an exciting journey on hovercraft across Lake Baikal to the largest island, Olkhon Island which will take about seven hours. Glide over the lake's surface, soaking in the stunning scenery, and we will stop at some scenic spots along the way for photos. We will also have a packed lunch prepared in advance to enjoy on the ice. In the evening, we will reach Khuzhir village, the largest village on Olkhon Island, for a cozy dinner and overnight stay. Our home for the next three nights will be charming local guesthouses on Olkhon Island.

Stay: Olkhon Island

Day 5：Olkhon Island (Northern Route Tour)（B,L,D）

Today explore the Northern shore of Olkhon Island dotted with towering cliffs, such as the “Three Brothers” and “Khoboi Cliffs”. Lake Baikal, which is completely frozen in winter, resembles a vast ice rink, adorned with cliffs, icicle caves and blue ice. We will have a picnic on the lake and in the late afternoon, head to Sheman rock for photoshoot. Afterward, we will return to the homestay to enjoy dinner.

Stay: Olkhon Island

Day 6：Olkhon Island (Southern Route Tour)（B,L,D）

Today enjoy the ice-road tour on the Southern part of Olkhon Island. En-route stop at viewing points to admire winter scene of the lake and surrounding mountain ranges. Hike to the hill top to visit a giant white Stupa. Drive around the frozen lake in search of interesting ice patterns and bubbles trapped under layers of ice. We will enjoy a picnic lunch and return to the homestay in the late afternoon.

Stay: Olkhon Island

Day 7：Olkhon Island - Irkutsk （6-7hrs）（B,L,D）

After breakfast, we will take a private car back to Irkutsk and head to the "Ethno Park Zolotaya Orda," to experience the unique culture of the Buryats. We will enjoy traditional song and dance performances and savor an authentic Buryat-style lunch. Arriving in the city in the evening, we will check into the hotel and rest.

Stay: Irkutsk

Day 8：Irkutsk ✈ Kul/Sin (B)

Transfer to airport for flight., End of tour.

第一天：吉隆坡/新加坡 ✈ 伊尔库茨克

从吉隆坡/新加坡机场出发，晚上抵达俄罗斯伊尔库茨克。抵达后专车送往酒店休息。

住宿：伊尔库茨克

第二天：伊尔库茨克（早,晚）

今天将带领大家游览伊尔库茨克市区。这里有很多历史古迹建筑和具有特色的木屋子，还可以看到许多色彩斑斓的东正教教堂。中午可以参观售卖各式各样当地食材，新鲜蔬果及日常用品的中央市场。徬晚可到130区步行街闲逛，以往的传统木屋建筑翻新化身为餐厅，酒吧及商铺。团员可以自由购物及享用美食。

住宿：伊尔库茨克

第三天：伊尔库茨克 - 利斯特维扬卡（一小时)（早,午）

早餐后专车前往利斯特维扬卡，车程约一小时。参观塔利茨博物馆，这里几乎所有的建筑都是原汁原味的木头建成的，古朴而醇厚，展示的是俄罗斯人和布里亚特人居住和生活的真实写照。之后我们来到利斯特维扬卡。利斯特维扬卡是贝加尔湖畔的一个小镇，小木屋的窗户和屋檐有着精致雕花是这里的一大特色。团员可以在完全结冰的湖中央漫步，还可以在湖边的鱼市场买到贝加尔湖的特产 ~ Omul鱼，烟熏并烤熟的Omul鱼非常新鲜好吃呢~ 过后我们会安排您乘坐激动人心的狗拉雪橇。之后我们将搭乘滑雪缆⻋到⻋尔斯基峰观景台欣赏⻉加尔湖 (不排除天气不好而缆⻋停止运作)。行程结束后入住当地⺠宿。

住宿：利斯特维扬卡

第四天：利斯特维扬卡 - 奥尔洪岛（七小时)（早,午,晚）

早餐后, 我们将乘坐⽓垫船穿越⻉加尔湖前往最大的岛屿-奥尔洪岛，船程约七小时。行驶在湖面上欣赏四周的景色，途中我们会停留在一些景点拍照。我们也会在冰上享⽤提前准备的午餐盒。傍晚抵达奥尔洪岛最大的村庄Khuzhir村。我们在奥尔洪岛的三晚将入住当地民宿。

住宿：奥尔洪岛

第五天：奥尔洪岛（北线游)（早,午,晚）

今天我们将游览奥尔洪岛的北部，车子会行驶在冰封的贝加尔湖上，冬季完全结冰的贝加尔湖犹如巨大的冰场。午餐我们将会在湖面上野餐。沿途我们将欣赏悬崖，挂满冰柱的洞穴及蓝冰。其中景点包括有名的“三兄弟崖”及位于奥尔洪岛最北面的一座壮观岩石“柯伯伊角”。下午返回时，到萨满圣石及冰湖上拍照。行程结束后返回民宿及享用晚餐。

住宿：奥尔洪岛

第六天：奥尔洪岛 （南线游）（早,午,晚）

今天我们则会游览奥尔洪岛的南部。车子一路向南，首先会停在山上的制高点，可以俯瞰贝加尔湖，山下风光一览无余。车子继续在冰面行驶，可以看到冰裂，和挂满冰柱的山崖及参观坐落在山顶的白色佛塔。当快到达最南边时还可以看到气泡冰呢 ~

住宿：奥尔洪岛

第七天：奥尔洪岛 - 伊尔库茨克（六-七小时）（早,午,晚）

早餐后，我们将乘专车返回伊尔库茨克，前往民俗文化村。在这里，我们体验布里亚特人的独特文化，欣赏传统歌舞表演，并享用地道的布里亚特风味午餐。傍晚抵达市区后，入住酒店休息。

住宿：伊尔库茨克

第八天：伊尔库茨克 ✈ 吉隆坡/新加坡

早上专车接送前往机场，乘搭航班转机回。