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Trans-Siberian Buryatia Adventure

TS.09 a/b
 

If we only had time for one en-route stop, we’d choose Burayatia. If you asked us why, we’d say that is has lots of the great aspects of a T-Sib trip in one location...

(1) the ‘undeveloped’ side of Lake Baikal, with lakeside villages that no tourists visit and no touristy services (2) super mid-ability outdoor activities – rock climbing, kayaking etc in amazing landscapes (3) the Asian heritage of Siberia – the Buryats are first cousins of the Mongolians, and have unique musical heritage, Buddhist temples, food from the steppes etc (4) and you escape the hordes too! Here are two contrasting itineraries – one active, the other based on local culture. We strongly recommend Itin A for winter trips – it’s great!

“ Buryatia – where ancient traces of Genghis’s foes, age-old traditions, shamanism, Buddhism and natural Siberian wilderness come together.”
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Tour Price

For the above Standard Itinerary inclusive of travel services, based on 2nd–class/4-berth rail travel, Buddy/Guide for 4 hours in Moscow, transfers on arrival and departure except Beijing, 3* hotel accommodation or family stays, and all meals where stated:

Standard Trip

1 person

2 people

3-9 people

Standard Trip TS.09A

£1249

£1149 each

£1049 each

Tour code TS.09B

£1449

£1249 each

£1049 each

1st class upgrade: (ie 2 berth compartment or book out a 4 berth compartment) is £349 per person. Availability is limited and cannot be confirmed until 30 days prior to your departure.

Save money travelling with friends-groups 3-9 people on the same trip get a lower price. To qualify, you simply have to arrive / leave together, and submit your passports simultaneously for visa processing.

itinerary A

Buratia cultural adventure (excellent winter choice)

Day 1 - 3* hotel Moscow

Arrival Moscow. Transfer to accommodation 3* Hotel.

Day 2 - 3* hotel Moscow

Breakfast. Buddy guide (1/2 day). Free time. Overnight 3* Hotel

Day 3 - on board

Breakfast. Car transfer to station for mid evening train to Ulan Ude.

Days 4-6 - on board

Day 7 - family stay Ulan ude

Arrive Ulan Ude. Car to family stay. Trip to Ivolginski Datsan. City tour. Supper and overnight local family.

Day 8 - FAMILY STAY ULAN UDE

Breakfast. Transfer to Russian Village. Walk in village. Lunch. Cart/Sledge to Posolski Monastery. Return to village. Sauna, supper and overnight local family.

Day 9 - FAMILY STAY ULAN UDE

Breakfast. Trip to source of the Selenga river to watch local fishing. Lakeside lunch. Return to Ulan Ude. Supper & overnight stay with local family.

Day 10 - FAMILY STAY BURYAT

Breakfast. Transfer to Buryat village. Accom with local family. Trip to Atsagatski Datsan. Lunch. Walking in village. Sauna, supper and overnight.

Day 11 - ON BOARD

Breakfast. Transfer to Ulan Ude. Visit centre of Eastern Medicine. Late afternoon train to Beijing.

Day 12-13 - ON BOARD

Day 14 - END OF ITINERARY

Early morning arrive Beijing.

itinerary b

Buryatia Active Adventure (June-Aug only)

  • You must be a reasonable strong swimmer to participate in this program.
  • The Taikhan Fortress involves some rock-scrambling. All gear is provided.
  • A fully-qualified kayaking instructor accompanies the trip.

Day 1 - 3* hotel Moscow

Arrival Moscow. Transfer to accommodation 3* Hotel.

Day 2 - 3* hotel Moscow

Breakfast. Buddy guide (1/2).Free time. Overnight 3* Hotel

Day 3 - ON BOARD

Breakfast. Free time. Car transfer to station for mid evening train to Ulan Ude.

DayS 4-6 - ON BOARD

Day 7 - FAMILY STAY ULAN UDE

Arrive Ulan Ude. Car to family stay. Trip to Ivolginski Datsan. City tour. Supper and overnight family stay

Day 8 - CAMP

Breakfast. Trip to the Taikhan stronghold. Lunch. Preparation for rafting. Start rafting. Dinner cooked on fire. Overnight tent (sleeping bag required).

Day 9 - FAMILY STAY ULAN UDE

Breakfast. Rafting to Omulevka town. Lunch with family. Return to Ulan Ude. Supper and overnight with family.

Day 10 - FAMILY STAY BURYAT

Breakfast. Transfer to Buryat village. Accom. with local family. Trip to Atsagatski Datsan. Lunch. Walking in village. Sauna, supper and overnight local family.

Day 11 - ON BOARD

Breakfast. Transfer to Ulan Ude. Visit Centre of Eastern Medicine. Late afternoon train.

DayS 12-13 - ON BOARD

Day 14 - END OF ITINERARY

Early morning arrival Beijing.

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  Data  

Duration
14 days

Visas required
Rus+Mon+Chi

2004/2005 START DATES

TS.09A (14days)

 

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

  

2004

3,17

7,21

13,27

3,17

1,15

5,19

3,17

7,21

11,25

9,23

13,27

11,25

  

2005

1,15

5,19

5,19

9,23

7,21

11,25

TS.09B (14days)

 

Jun

Jul

Aug

  

2004

5,19

3,17

7,21

  

2005

11,25

Trip available in reverse - contact us for details.

2005 dates (pay in full by 1 Dec 2004 and secure the price stated in this 2004 brochure – prices shall be amended for the 2005 dates in Dec 2004).

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Highlights
  • 2 exciting 14 day itineraries
  • Ulan-Ude Datsuns
  • Fishing
  • Rafting
  • Kayaking
  • Buryat Village
Route
  • Moscow
  • Ulan Ude
  • Beijing