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Cycling to the Heart of Lake Baikal - Olkhon Island (BK-01)

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A wonderful, active way to discover the splendid surroundings of Lake Baikal, the heart of Siberia and one of the most exciting nature reserves. You will cycle off road along the shores of Baikal, then continue your journey onto the beautiful island of Olkhon, a sacred place for local shamans, who believe that the spirit of the lake lives on the island. Enjoy the beautiful sunsets and varied landscapes of this magnificent island, experience heart-warming Russian hospitality and bring home unforgettable memories of your pioneering Russian discovery!

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PRICE
EXCL. FLIGHTS: £1,249
INCL. FLIGHTS: £1,679

Included
Flights: package price includes flights from / to London and domestic flight where applicable. The package price depends on the availability of flight tickets and is to be reconfirmed on the date of your booking.
Accommodation: 3* hotel DBL in Moscow - 1 night, 3* hotel DBL in Irkutsk – 2 nights, tent for 2 people – 1 night, wooden lodge or ger camp for 2-3 persons (facilities outside: WC, banya, shower with sun heated water) – 4 nights
Meals: 8 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners
Transport: bicycle , 4-W-D bus, van, ferry
Equipment and gear on a tour: equipment for camping and field kitchen, tents for 2 people, dining dishes
Tour staff and support: English-speaking guide, cook, driver
Local culture and traditions: all excursions, entrance fee as described in the itinerary
Other services: invitation letter, registration in Russia and permits, all airport transfers within Russia 

Not included
Personal travel insurance, optional excursions and services, Russian visa 

Optional
Russian banya (sauna) 

Optional services fees
Single supplement in Irkutsk: Ј61 per 2 nights in 3* hotel,
Single supplement in Moscow 3* hotel: Ј35 per night
Russian visa: Ј75 per person, this includes the consular fee of 45 and our charge to cover processing costs.

Group size:
min 4 

Special equipment required:
windproof clothes, waterproofs, warm clothes, spare socks, hat or cap, swimming items, personal hygiene items and first aid kit, matches or lighter, torch, sunglasses, mosquito repellent, sunscreen cream 

Note: Cyclists are escorted at all times by a small 4-WD bus and are free of luggage and camping gear. It is always possible for them to take a lift if tired or to move quickly to another spot and continue cycling there.

Note: Please view a suggested complete First-Aid Kit Checklist for your trip. Please contact us to obtain information on the medications available from your guide on site.




SUMMARY
SEASON: Summer
DAYS: 10
GROUP SIZE: 4
TOUR GRADE:
Moderate

ACTIVITY:
Cycling Trekking

ACCOMMODATION:
HotelTent

TOUR SUMMARY 

Regions / cities: Moscow, St. Petersburg, Novgorod the Great
Duration: 8 days
Season: four seasons
Group size: 2-16
Tour grade: gentle
Meals: B – 7, L – 0, D – 0
Included: - flights
- visas
- accommodation
- tour guides
- entrance fees
- transfers
- train 2nd class
Optional: - evening meals
- 1st class train
- tour extensions
- travel insurance
- theatre tickets

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DETAILS 

Accommodation & meals:
1 nt 3* hotel DBL Moscow, 2 nts 3* hotel DBL Irkutsk, 1 nts tent, 4 nights wooden lodge or ger camp for 2-3 persons;
8 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 6 dinners
Transport: bicycle, 4-W-D bus, van, ferry
Tour staff & support:
English-speaking guide, cook, driver
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