2-Day Arshan and Tunka Valley Tour with Lake Baikal and Volcanoes

2 Days Duration

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About This Tour

Head to the Siberian Alps area, a land of mountains and meadows, and explore Arshan village on this 2-day tour. Enjoy great views of the waters and mountains at...

Duration: 2 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Not applicable · Cities: Irkutsk, Baikal Lake · Languages: Russian

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What's Included

Services of the Irkutsk tour guide
Private car transportation
Meals
Accommodation in a standard room with conveniences on the floor

Not Included

Higher-level accommodation (+80 USD per night)
Consultation with a shaman

Itinerary

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Day 01

From Irkutsk to Tunka Valley and Arshan

Start the tour after departing from Irkutsk. Start the tour after departing from Irkutsk. Stop at the southernmost part of Lake Baikal for a great view of the water and mountains. It is also possible to visit the local fish market. Stop at the southernmost part of Lake Baikal for a great view of the water and mountains. It is also possible to visit the local fish market. Drive along the picturesque valley crossed by the Irkut River and stop at the Buddhist Stupa on the border of Buryatia. The monument is called "Myriad of Doors of Happiness". Drive along the picturesque valley crossed by the Irkut River and stop at the Buddhist Stupa on the border of Buryatia. The monument is called "Myriad of Doors of Happiness". During the summer, it is possible to visit a nice old man who lives in a small village on the way - a shaman who knows all the traditions and many stories about the lives of the people who were here many centuries ago. During the summer, it is possible to visit a nice old man who lives in a small village on the way - a shaman who knows all the traditions and many stories about the lives of the people who were here many centuries ago. Visit the ancient volcanoes to see different samples of stones and volcanic rocks. Visit the ancient volcanoes to see different samples of stones and volcanic rocks. Arrive at a friendly mountain resort in Arshan. Arrive at a friendly mountain resort in Arshan. Accommodation in the hotel.
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Day 02

Arshan Exploration and Return to Irkutsk

Start the day by exploring the area near Arshan village and its surroundings. Start the day by exploring the area near Arshan village and its surroundings. If you are a keen hiker, there are many routes from Arshan into the mountains. There are easy paths for half a day and long hiking routes for the whole day. Destinations include the Bowl of Virgin, Peak of Love, Waterfalls of Arshan, the Three-Peaked Mountain, and others. If you are a keen hiker, there are many routes from Arshan into the mountains. There are easy paths for half a day and long hiking routes for the whole day. Destinations include the Bowl of Virgin, Peak of Love, Waterfalls of Arshan, the Three-Peaked Mountain, and others. If you are not a big fan of hiking, visit the local Buddhist Temple. Talk to an astrologer monk and walk along the sacred meadow. If you are not a big fan of hiking, visit the local Buddhist Temple. Talk to an astrologer monk and walk along the sacred meadow. You may also visit the site of the 2014 mudflow, which witnessed a natural disaster that year but has nowadays become a picturesque place for photos. You may also visit the site of the 2014 mudflow, which witnessed a natural disaster that year but has nowadays become a picturesque place for photos. It is also possible to visit the swimming pool and the natural hot springs area, built in an effortless style. It is also possible to visit the swimming pool and the natural hot springs area, built in an effortless style. It is possible to add a day to travel to Nilova Pustyn, another hot spring resort, or explore the southern part of Baikal with Warm Lakes. It is possible to add a day to travel to Nilova Pustyn, another hot spring resort, or explore the southern part of Baikal with Warm Lakes. Later, transfer back to Irkutsk. Later, transfer back to Irkutsk.