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Shamanic Sagaalgan, New Year in the Baikal Lake 2017 -­‐ Buryatia, Baikal Lake, Siberia DESCRIPTION A trip to the land that gave birth to shamanism and the beginnings of spiritual and medicinal activity. Lake Baikal, the cradle of shamans in the south of Siberia, is located almost in the center of Asia. Oceans away, it is surrounded by a sum of plateaus and plains in the north and high mountain ranges that cover the desert of Goby, in the south. A return to origins is presented as the optimal setting for deepening personal work, where travellers can immerse themselves in the shamanic tradition. Ulan-­‐Ude is the capital of the Republic of Buryatia, one of the most remote and unknown cities of Siberia. Will cross the Baikal Lake by different routes of highway ice, explore small villages and visit shaman homes where we will have healing rituals. DATES From February 24 to March 4, 2017. 9 days and 8 nights. *Flights are not included. We help you to choose the best flight option. ITINERARY Route: Ulán-­‐Udé – Ust-­‐Barguzin – Bahia Chivrykuisky – Ust-­‐Barguzin – Illyun – Ust-­‐Barguzin – Ulán-­‐Udé DAYS
ITINERARY
ACCOMMODATION
24/02
Ulán-­‐Udé
Hotel Metropol
25/02
Ulán-­‐Udé
Hotel Metropol
26/02
Ulán-­‐Udé
Hotel Metropol
27/02
Ulán-­‐Udé
Hotel Metropol
28/02
Ulán-­‐Udé – Ust-­‐Barguzin
Casa Familiar
01/03
Ust-­‐Barguzin – Bahia Chivrykuisky – Ust-­‐Barguzin
Casa Familiar
02/03
Ust-­‐Barguzin – Illyun – Ust-­‐Barguzin
Casa Familiar
03/03
Ust-­‐Barguzin – Ulán-­‐Udé
04/03 Ulán-­‐Udé – Origen Hotel Metropol
-­‐ Full board
HOTEL METROPOL MERGEN BATOR ***** http://mergenbator.ru/eng/index.wbp PROGRAM February 24 (day 1): Ulán-­‐Udé Flights from Moscow usually arrive early in the morning. Reception at the airport and transfer to the hotel. Visit the Ivolguinsky Datsan, a Buddhist temple complex located in the middle of the steppe and the largest Buddhist place of worship in Russia. Will walk a traditional stroll around the temple (called Goro) that portends good luck and Buddhist master Erden will accompany us. Lunch. Local people turn on bonfires during the evening celebrations and make rituals. Return to Ulán-­‐Udé. Will have dinner in a restaurant and sleep at the hotel. February 25 (day 2): Ulán-­‐Udé
Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning we will be in the company of two shamans performing different rituals, Tsiregma and Valentina . They belong to the association of the world's oldest shamans. Within the shamanic paradigm, there are 13 gods who protect the land, from the Urals to Vladivostok, and we will invoke them. Lunch. During the afternoon we will attend the celebrations for the preparation of the New Year. Dinner and sleep at the hotel. February 26 (day 3): Ulán-­‐Udé
Sagaalgan celebration. “Sagaalgan” means "White Month". The party in particular marks the beginning of the New Year in Buryatia and the beginning of spring. Although symbolizes purification for the beginning of the new life and the union with all that is shiny and sublime. Cleansing energy rituals are performed around bonfires and people celebrates all day. Will have typical meal with locals. Concerts and performances are going to be present all the afternoon. Contact with several families. Dinner and sleep at the hotel. February 27 (day 4): Ulán-­‐Udé
Breakfast at the hotel. We will visit a couple of shamans, Serguei and Tatiana. Lunch. Free afternoon. Dinner and sleep at the hotel. February 28 (day 5): Ulán-­‐Udé -­‐ Ust Barguzin
Breakfast at the hotel. Will departure to Ust Barguzin passing through Baturino with its Monastery of Orthodox nuns and his church. Lunch en route. Bordering the Baikal Lake will reach Ust-­‐Barguzin where we will sleep at a family house. Before dinner we will enjoy the "banya", a russian sauna. March 1 (day 6): Ust Barguzin-­‐ Bahia de Chivyrkuisky – Ust-­‐Barguzin Breakfast with the family. Day trip to the coast by 4x4 where we will see ice caves, fishermen and hot springs along the frozen lake. will have meal with fishermen and in the afternoon return to Ust-­‐Barguzin. Will have dinner and sleep at a familiar house. March 2 (day 7): Ust-­‐Barguzin – Ullyun – Ust-­‐Barguzin We will drive northwards to the Kurumkan where will visit the temple of the goddess Yenzema. Will have lunch in the Darkhan restaurant. Afterwards will take direction to Ullyun where we will participate in a ritual fire with shamans. Back to Ust-­‐Barguzin again will do another "banya" (Russian sauna) and have dinner at the family house. March 3 (day 8): Ust-­‐Barguzin – Ulán-­‐Udé Breakfast and departure back to Ulán-­‐Udé. Lunch en route at Julia Pravimcia restaurant, in Gremyachinsk. Later in Ulán-­‐Udé, will have dinner and sleep at the hotel. March 4 (day 9): Ulán-­‐Udé -­‐ Origin Breakfast and transfer to the airport to take the flight back. PRICE Price per person: 2250€ * International flights are not included in the price. * If you require a single room it will cost an extra charge. Group of 10 to 15 people. Departure guaranteed with 6 people. Includes Full board (Double room). Transport. Native guide. Shamanic rituals and activities. Psychologist therapist and coach, who will accompany the personal process and spiritual growth. For logistical reasons, it is only included the transport of a piece of luggage (a suitcase, backpack or similar standard size). Not included International flights tickets. VISA Alcoholic drinks. Tips. Inscription Make a first payment of 700€ and fill in the fields that appear with personal information. A second payment must be done before October 31 of 750€. And a final payment before December 31 of 800€. Cancellation In case of trip cancellation by the customer between October 31 and November 30 an amount of 700€ will be retained. If you cancel between November 30 and December 31 an amount of 1200€ will be retained. After this date the full amount will be retained. * In addition to these costs will be charged to Holos Travel the management fees of 65 €. * We recommend hiring an insurance policy to cover the costs in case of cancellation Confirmation Once you have made the registration, we will contact you to provide all the practical information about the trip. Optional insurance As both airlines and providers of services have very strict conditions annulment, Holos Travel offers you special insurance fees in case of cancellation to cover the amounts that you consider appropriate. Further information Climate Lake Baikal in Siberian District has a very cold climate during February. We recommend the most appropriate type of clothing for lowest temperatures. Time difference: +9 from Central Europe (UTC +1) Situation The Republic of Buryatia is located in the central part of the continent of Asia. The total area of the republic is 351.3 thousand square kilometers, similar to the size of Germany. Is limited by Irkutsk and Chita regions, Republic of Tuva and Mongolia and bathed by one of the largest and magnificent lakes in the world, Lake Baikal. In Buryatia they have more than 300 days of sunshine per year, for anyone living in the republic is unimaginable not to see the blue sky and the sun shining brightly. The climate is dry, winters without frost and severe temperatures. For the diversity of the landscape, Buryatia can be as compared to the Swiss Alps, the Mongolian steppes or forests and plains of the European part of Russia.