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Irkutsk is a vibrant cultural and natural center of Siberia and a convenient starting point for organized tours around the city, the nearest districts and neighboring regions. From here, trips to the coast of Baikal go to Listvyanka and Big Holoustnoe, to Olkhon Island, to the Barguzin and Tunkin valleys, as well as to the Circum-Baikal Railway and to ethno-parks. Routes from Irkutsk range from short sightseeing tours around the city to rich travel to nearby territories; if desired, extended trips to more distant destinations and neighboring regions are available.
In organized excursions around Irkutsk and its surroundings, tourists are waiting for historical and cultural points: Irkutsk prison and old quarters, the Angara embankment, an open-air museum in Talts, extensive observation decks to Baikal and unique sections of the KBZD. Itineraries often include visits to Listvyanka, sightseeing trips along the banks and stops at significant natural and ethnographic places in neighboring areas, where you can better understand the history of the region and the traditions of the local population.
The nature around Irkutsk is striking in diversity: the transparent waters of Lake Baikal and its icy patterns in winter, the rocky banks of Olkhon, the forests of the Primorsky Range, the picturesque valleys of Barguzin and the Tunkinsk basin at the foot of Eastern Sayan and Hamar-Daban. Options for outdoor activities include hiking along ridges and coastal trails, rafting along rivers within neighboring areas, hiking and exploring frozen caves; for a relaxing family holiday, beaches near Listvyanka and quiet coves in nearby settlements will suit.
A special place is occupied by thematic routes with tastings and meetings with local residents: gastronomic and ethno excursions to the Buryat steppes and Baikal villages, visits to ethno parks and artisans, communication with fishermen and farmers in neighboring regions. Relax programs and tours with visits to baths and spas within the nearest areas alternate with rich cultural programs, where the vitality of traditions and sincerity of meetings are important.
Travel formats are diverse: individual and group tours, car routes in neighboring areas, hiking in the neighborhood, water alloys and combined walks. Local guides create author’s excursions and routes that help to discover little-known corners, understand the natural and cultural features of the region and make each trip rich and safe.
Discover Irkutsk and its nearest territories together with experienced local guides: choose an interesting route and go to new experiences. To agree on the dates and details of the trip, click the “Send a request” button and we will help you choose a tour of Irkutsk, neighboring areas and the nearest regions.
