Escape the ordinary

Discover Baikal’s magic with peace, comfort, and authenticity.

Departures: February – March

OVERVIEW

In this tour you will experience Siberian winter and explore the beauty of the Lake Baikal while it is completely frozen. You will see the coast of the Olkhon island from the ice-view and visit caves full of ice.
Moreover you will be staying in a typical Siberian village directly close to the Lake and immerse yourself in local life style.
You will taste local food and learn about traditional culture.

Goal

The main goal of the tour is to visit the largest, deepest, oldest and the biggest container of fresh water in the world – Lake Baikal, which during the winter time gets frozen and makes it possible to even drive trucks on it.

A Different Kind of Travel Experience

Want to stay far from noisy tourist spots in an authentic yet comfortable setting? To soak in the serene beauty of Lake Baikal without the crowds?

My trips are designed for comfort and deep immersion. You’ll stay in a peaceful village with almost no tourists, where evenings mean cozy nights in a warm cabin and relaxing sauna sessions. From here, we’ll venture out to explore Lake Baikal’s stunning landscapes—glide across its icy surface on skates, hike scenic trails, and capture unforgettable photos.

Buguldeyka village
Live the Siberian Winter Magic
Dive into a fairytale adventure where Lake Baikal transforms into a glittering ice kingdom! Feel the thrill of walking atop the world’s deepest frozen lake, explore hidden ice caves sparkling like diamonds, and witness the dramatic cliffs of Olkhon Island rising from the crystal-clear ice.

Your Authentic Siberian Escape Awaits:
Stay Like a Local: Sleep in a charming wooden guesthouse steps from the lakeshore, nestled in a quiet village untouched by mass tourism. Cozy evenings by the fire, steaming herbal tea, and warm, welcoming locals will make you feel like family.

Taste Siberia’s Soul:
Savor hearty, home-cooked meals bursting with local flavors – freshly caught fish, aromatic pine needle tea, and traditional Siberian dishes passed down for generations.

Unforgettable Winter Wonders:
Glide across Baikal’s mirror-like ice on a thrilling skating adventure.
Discover surreal ice caves adorned with nature’s frozen sculptures.
Learn age-old customs from Buryat elders and hear legends of the “Sacred Sea.”

Uaz van
View on Lake Baikal from the hill in Buguldeyka village

Additional Information

Single rooms accommodation in Irkutsk and Khuzhir possible. Vegetarian or vegan food on request.

Itinerary

Day 1

Pick up from the airport and accommodation in your reserved hotel.
Irkutsk city tour
eastories explore Siberia

Day 2

Pick up from your hotel at 10
Irkutsk sightseeing
Museum visiting
Transfer to Listvianka, visiting Taltsy Museum
Fishmarket
Lunch in Listvianka restaurant
Return to Irkutsk
Dinner in a Russian restaurant

Day 3

Pickup from the hotel
Transfer by car to Buguldeyka village
Accommodation in eastories-farm guesthouse
Lunch
A ride to the shore of the lake. Welcome ritual on the ice with local guide / Shaman
Dinner
Buguldeyka village

Day 4

Breakfast
Excursions around the local hills to discover beautiful views and nature.
Lunch
Ride to the lake
Ice skating
Sunset photo-shoot on ice
Dinner

Day 5

Breakfast
Hovercraft all-day-excursion to the Olkhon Island
Lunch outdoor
Return to the guesthouse
Dinner
Hovercraft tours on Lake Baikal

Day 6

Breakfast
Ride to the Sagan Zaba Cliff
Lunch outdoor
Return to the guesthouse
Free time
Dinner

Day 7

Breakfast
Transfer to Irkutsk
uaz car driving on lake baikals roads
lake baikal winter tours

Services

  • english speaking guide during the whole period
  • Transport
  • Meals regarding the program in hotels breakfast and full-board at the eastories farm. Lunch on ice
  • Accommodation in Irkutsk and Buguldeyka in eastories farm
  • Excursions regarding the program, hovercraft
  • All transfers
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Price and policies

950€ person
1.600€ for group of 2
1.950€ for group of 3
2.400€ for group of 4
2.750€ for group of 5
3.100€ for group of 6

Tour dates from Feb to March 2026

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