15 Days Exploring the Oriental Alps-Siberian Blue Pearl
Specifications
Details
| Tour Group Days | Participant Limit |
| 15 days | 14 people |
Location
- Shenyang-Changbai Mountain-Jingpo Lake-Hengdaohezi-Harbin-Irkutsk-Olkhon Island
Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions- Airfare (not included)
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Local transportation and airport transfers as specified in the itinerary
- Activities as specified in the itinerary
- 14 nights accommodation, double occupancy, half room per person. Single room can be arranged, single room surcharge
- All photos and a beautiful small photo album in the itinerary
- Basic tips for the tour staff
- International round-trip air tickets to Irkutsk
- All sightseeing programs outside the itinerary
- Any beverages
- Travel insurance
- All personal expenses, such as souvenirs, laundry fees, etc.
- Extra expenses caused by private, traffic delays, strikes, typhoons or other circumstances beyond the control of the company
Tour group date
Days in Russia, not counting days on the plane
- TBD
Tour fee
Everyone RM xxxx
4 people traveling together RM xxx | 6 people traveling together RM xxx
15 Days Exploring the Oriental Alps-Siberian Blue Pearl
Highlights of the trip:
In 2025, a new Dongbei-Baikal Lake tour has been launched; it covers the 3 dongbei provinces—Liaoning, Heilongjiang, and Jilin—along with Lake
Baikal, allowing travelers to explore diverse cultural and natural landscapes in one trip. The journey highlights Harbin, rich in Russian culture; Shenyang, known as the "Little Forbidden City"; Dunhua and Changbai Mountain, steeped in Korean culture; and Russia, a true land of warriors—you absolutely cannot miss it!
Small group (8-12 people), let you travel comfortably!
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Shenyang: Shenyang Zhongjie (Shenyang old Imperial City Street); Shenyang Imperial Palace, Manchu Street, Marshals Mansion [professional tour guide]
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Changbaishan: natural hot spring hotel; scenic drift; Tianchi, the main peak of Changbaishan; horse riding through; experience picking ginseng; Yinna Ancient City
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Harbin: Oriental Moscow, Songhua River, Dragon Tower, niche attractions
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Hengdaohezi: The worlds largest Siberian tiger breeding base, free feeding, comparable to the snow scenery of Hokkaido
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Lake Baikal: A blue tear left by God on earth, viewed in different ways —— The lake tour train and the Siberian seagull on the boat
In summer, go to the Dongbei and Lake Baikal to experience the weather of only 20°C
- Flights are booked according to the group period (consult customer service)
- Accommodation: 4⭐ /5⭐ hotel (double standard room), Baikal Lake cabin (2 people)
- All-inclusive meals (special northeast dishes/barbecue/iron pot stew/slaughterhouse dishes/hot pot/Russian roast meat...)
Day 1: Kuala Lumpur/Singapore/... -transit-Shenyang
Reference flight:
After landing, we will visit Shenyang Central Street (Shenyang old imperial city street-the first street in Dongbei China)
After dinner, stay in the hotel for rest and dinner. (Shenyang famous food ~ Ma family siewmai)
Day 2: Shenyang-Changbaishan
After breakfast, we will visit the Shenyang Imperial Palace, the Qing Dynasty Street and the Marshal Zhang Mansion. Under the humorous introduction of the tour guide, we learned about the glorious history and cultural heritage of this ancient city.
After lunch, we will take a bus to the western slope of Changbai Mountain in Jilin. Along the way we will enjoy the beautiful scenery, with mountains and forests layering up in the distance. There are natural landscapes everywhere.
You can rest your mind and prepare for the next journey. Dinner will be served on the way (the whole trip lasts 5-6 hours).
Upon arrival, head to the hot spring hotel. You can definitely arrange to go to the hot spring to wash away your fatigue (please bring your own swimsuit)
Day 3: Changbaishan
After breakfast (in the hotel), we will take a bus to the Xiaoshahe Drift Scenic Area. Under the reflection of blue sky and snow, the river carries a light boat down the water at a leisurely pace. The beautiful scenery on both sides of the river is breathtaking and can be seen in full view. (20 minutes)
After lunch, take a vehicle to visit the West Slope Scenic Area / South Slope Scenic Area of Tianchi Lake. Transfer twice via scenic area buses and hike to reach the border between China and
North Korea at an altitude of 2,470 meters on Changbai Mountains Tianchi Lake. This is also the source of the Songhua
River, Yalu River, and Erdao Baihe River. The volcanic lava landscape harmonizes beautifully with the clouds that drift by nearby.
Not everyone can see the Heavenly Lake, will you be the one who is chosen?
After dinner, return to the hotel for rest.
** Tianchi of Changbaishan opens according to the weather. If it is closed, other activities will be arranged! (Yinna Ancient City / Jinjiang Log Cabin)
Day 4: Changbaishan
After breakfast (in the hotel), time to do some fun activities.
- UTV off-road forest crossing
- Ride across
--Ginseng picking
** We will also take you to visit mysterious attractions: to be announced
--Stay at the hotel after dinner
Day 5: Changbaishan - Jingpo Lake
After breakfast, we will set off for Jingpo Lake (3~5 hours by car).
The lake and mountain scenery of Jingpo Lake are interwoven and shining.
Enjoy the tranquility and beauty by boating on the lake. Take a sightseeing bus to visit the Diaoshuilou Waterfall, and then take a boat to watch the surrounding mountains and waters, immersing yourself in a beautiful scene.
Stay at the hotel after dinner
Day 6: Jingpo Lake-Hengdao River-Harbin
After breakfast, we will on road to Hengdaohezi Tiger Forest Park and Hengdaohezi train.
After lunch, take off to Harbin and visited the Deer Park on the way. After arriving, we will visit Daoli Market, Central Street and Sophia Church Check in the hotel after dinner.
Day 7: Harbin
After breakfast, we will take a bus to the Baroque Street in Daowai to experience the local old Dongbei culture. After lunch, we will take a bus to Sun Island, Songhua River Railway Bridge and Long Tower.
After dinner, return to the hotel for rest.
Day 8: Harbin - Irkutsk-Listvyanka
Time to take an early morning flight to the blue ice of Lake Baikal —— Irkutsk.
Upon arrival, head to the famous town of Listvyanka on the shores of Lake
Baikal
- Visit the largest wooden folk architecture museum in Siberia, Taliki;
- Take the cable car to the top of the eastern shore of Lake Baikal, the Chersky Mountain Viewpoint,
- Visit the Baikal Museum-affiliated with the Russian Academy of Sciences, one of only three museums in the world built specifically for a lake, with detailed information about the ecology, history and overview of Baikal Lake.
- Visit the local fish market by the lake after arriving in the town and have lunch here to taste the famous Baikal white salmon, * ride the Ferris wheel on Lake Baikal after dinner to watch the sunset check in hotel.
Day 9: Harbin - Irkutsk - Listvyanka
After breakfast, head to Olkhon Island and start your Baikal tour!
Enjoy the beautiful birch forest and Siberian primeval forest along the way, and have lunch at noon.
In the evening, take a walk to Shaman Rock to enjoy the sunset, the famous Shaman Pillar Check in the wooden cabin hotel.
Day 10: Olkhon - Island
After breakfast, take a boat ride along the shore of Little Sea, passing through the "Ushkan Islands" to reach the "Buddhist Enlightenment Pagoda"; cross "Little Sea" to reach the opposite bank. If you are lucky, you might encounter Baikal seals lazily basking in the sun on the rocks; seagulls and wild ducks accompany you all the way; enjoy the harmonious beauty of nature!
Enjoy lunch prepared by the boatman on board at noon Return by boat in the evening and have free time.
Check into the cabin hotel after dinner
Day 11: Olkhon Island
After breakfast, we embark on the classic route of crossing the northern line of Okinawa Island, enjoying the beauty of nature while experiencing the local culture. We drive in a Soviet-style four-wheel-drive off-road vehicle through rugged mountain roads; primeval forests and grasslands, reaching the northernmost point of the island-Cape Hebo.
Have lunch with a pot of delicious Baikal fish soup by the lake. Experience local fishing and herding culture swing.
Return to hotel after dinner.
Day 12: Olkhon Island - Irkutsk
After breakfast, we will take a bus back to Irkutsk.
Upon arrival, visit the city of Irkutsk for sightseeing. Follow the city tour route to visit the following famous attractions in sequence: the Cathedral of the Savior; the Cathedral of the Assumption; the Polish Catholic Church; the Bridge of Love; the Eternal Flame; the Alexander III Memorial Stele; and the 130 Russian
Folklore Street. Head to the city center market and supermarket to experience the local daily consumption level.
Check into the hotel after dinner
Day 13: Beijing
After breakfast, take a ride on the Lake Baikal Railway, which runs along the most interesting historical sites along the shores of Lake Baikal.
** Enjoy a leisurely train ride and gossip with your friends on the train Driving along the beautiful lakeside, my fingers gently touched the rough tunnel and smooth pebbles, as if touching the history itself. I felt the perfect combination of natures power and human wisdom in the project.
After a 10-hour train ride, take a bus back to the Irkutsk hotel for a rest!
Day 14: Irkutsk
After breakfast, visit the local gazetteer museum, then at 11:00 AM*, join the [I Am a Russian Master Chef Experience Class] -where we will be taught four authentic Russian dishes by a chef from a local four-star hotel. Hands-on experience of making Russian cuisine; learn, play, and eat all at once. Deeply immerse yourself in the culture of Russian culinary delights!
In the afternoon, visit the Irkutsk Central Market and chain supermarkets to experience the daily life of local people! Buy souvenirs in shopping malls and supermarkets.
After the farewell dinner, we took a bus to the airport and took a flight back to Beijing.
Day 15: Harbin - Irkutsk-Listvyanka
Tour fee
- Include
- Accommodation throughout (including local 4 and 5 star hotels and wooden cabin hotels (two people per room)
- Comfortable bus pick-up and drop-off, driver accommodation and tips, listed scenic spot tickets
- International flights (RM3000) between Harbin and Irkutsk
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner are listed in the itinerary
- Exclusive
- International air tickets from Malaysia/Singapore to and from Shenyang and
- Beijing, each with a Chinese Visa (if required)
- There are no summary items on the itinerary
- All additional personal shopping, food, consumption, travel insurance
Note:
For solo travelers, we will try our best to help you find roommates or can top up to stay solo in single room
After the tour is confirmed, the flight details will be released, and the group members need to buy the flight tickets by themselves and follow up the flight status. (If you need us to help you purchase the flight tickets, ought to pay the amount first)
Registration is based on the remittance deposit. The number of places is limited and first come first served.
Terms and Conditions
- A 30% deposit is required for booking, which will be fully refunded if the tour is not formed.
- The full balance must be paid within the specified time limit, and the payment must be completed 40 days before departure at the latest. Failure to comply with this regulation may result in the cancellation of the booking and loss of the deposit. (If the tour has been confirmed, the deposit is not refundable)
- The cancellation fee will be calculated based on the time we receive the notification:
- 45 days or earlier before departure date - the travel deposit is not refundable
- 22 - 44 days before departure date - the travel fee 70% non-refundable
- Within 21 days before departure date - 100% non-refundable of tour fee
- (Other incurred and non-refundable agency fees such as flight or train tickets are not refundable) - In the event of any unforeseen circumstances or force manure beyond our control (weather, tides, natural factors, transportation delays/cancellations, pandemic, strikes, war or other reasons), we reserve the right to change/cancel the itinerary or postpone the tour at any time without providing a refund.
- Tour members must hold an international passport or other recognized travel document valid for at least six months; the necessary documents such as visas, vaccinations and health certificates required for travel to the destination country are required by the relevant authorities of each country.
We are not responsible for refunds of expenses, reimbursements or tour prices incurred by members who are denied entry or deported due to incorrect documents or other reasons. - We will not provide refunds or reductions for the cost of air tickets, accommodation, meals, tours, transportation or any other services included in the tour price if the group member does not use the cost of air tickets, accommodation, meals, tours, transportation or any other services included in the tour price due to personal reasons.
- We reserve the right to cancel or withdraw any trip or reservation for customers, or refuse to accept or retain any person who may endanger the health or safety of other group members, or affect the comfort or enjoyment of others during the trip.
All members are advised to purchase travel insurance to provide additional protection against various unforeseen events.
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