The trails of Genghis Khan. Journey to the Tunkin Valley

During our trip you will enjoy the pristine beauty of Siberian nature, you will see the authentic nature. Settlements, get acquainted with the traditions and life of the indigenous people, try national products and dishes. I will tell you about the uniqueness of Baikal, about life and You will learn the legends and legends associated with these places.

The Tunkin Valley, a natural extension of the Baikal Trench, is on the territory of Buryatia, but it is possible to get to it from Irkutsk for 3.5-4 hour.

Programme

In Irkutsk, before leaving, we will make a small introductory circle The city center, after which we will go on a trip to the Tunkin valley.

On the way we will see the southern tip of Baikal and the ancient village, Founded by the Cossacks in the 17th century - Kultuk - from a bird's eye view!

We will stop at the fish market, where you can taste omul cold and hot smoking, low salt or pressed omul, whitefish, caviar, as well as caviar and tender fillet!

The road passes between the Hamar Dabana Mountains and the Tunkin char ridge, The area is known for ancient mineral cold and hot springs, Culture, life, traditions of local Buryats are exotic and colorful. When it was honor of the Great Mongol Empire, and, according to legend, traveled here Genghis Khan and his loyal army!

The air in Tunka is a healing infusion of the aromas of bagulica, resinous cedar, juniper and hundreds of taiga and steppe flowers, in the local herb market I will help You can choose medical fees and souvenirs.

Tunku is often referred to as Siberian Switzerland, its mineral waters are rich in water. composition and unusually healing. We will quench our thirst from the open waters and Walk along the taiga trail along the mountain river Kyngarga up to 7 meters waterfall. I will show you the Buddhist temple of Datsan, located in the shadow of centuries. Cedars at the foot of the mountains.

Lunch will be hearty and tasty - the local cuisine is famous for appetizing meat dishes: buffalo, rich broth of lamb, horse meat or beef, the most delicious steamed poses, frozen horse liver in a lard shirt, Baikal fish and thick milk tea in Mongolian! Arshan is also possible. take therapeutic baths, attend a massage session, or undergo a health diagnosis Lam Buddhists.

If there is a desire, we will continue the trip to the village of Pearl - local Medical waters are popular with locals and guests. Your choice of hot shower, bathroom enclosure or outdoor hot pool, operating even in winter when the temperature It could go down to -40.

Return will be late, if you like, you can stay for a few days. Days and get to know this blessed land closer!

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