- Private ger for every 2 people in Tourist camp
- All meals as listed in itinerary
- All entrance fees
- Sightseeing as per itinerary
- Accommodation in 4 stars hotel in Ulaanbaatar (twin standard room double occupancy)
- Transportations by 4WD vehicles
- English speaking guide (other language guide on request)
- Daily supply of bottled water, Domestic flight
Taste of Mongolia (10 days / 9 nights)
This tour concentrates on the historical riches of Mongolia, which are delightfully set against a backdrop of awesome natural splendor. Tour in Ulaanbaatar, including the Gandan monastery and the Natural History Museum. Visit the Hustain Nuruu Reserve, where the last remaining species of wild horse is being reintroduced into the wild by a Dutch organization. Stay in gers that perch on the banks of the pristine Lake Hovsgol. Ride horses, visit nearby nomadic communities, or fish in the clear water. Embark on a private tour to the Karakorum region in Mongolia; explore the beautiful lakes and mountains via a private jeep and driver.
DETAILED TOUR ITINERARY
Day 1 Arrival in Ulaanbaatar & Cultural tour of Ulaanbaatar
Upon arrival at Chinggis Khan International Airport, you are met by tour guide and transferred to the hotel in the city center. The first stop is at Sukhbaatar Square, which is the central square named after the revolutionary hero of 1921 Damdiny Sukhbaatar whom declared independence from China. You will visit the Gandan Monastery that is the largest and most famous functioning monastery in Mongolia; here you may experience the monks in worship and see the impressive Golden Buddha Statue of Migjid Janraisig.
Overnight in Hotel 4*
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 2 Fly to the Gobi Desert (1.2 hours) and then drive to Bayanzag
Drive to flaming cliffs known as Flaming Cliffs is located 20 kilometers away from Bulgan soum, a lot of Paleontological findings have been discovered here. The place is known as 'Flaming Cliffs' was named by Roy Chapman Andrews, an American explorer who had visited Mongolia in 1922.
Overnight in Ger Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 3 Drive to Khongor sand dune
Today we will drive to Khongorinn Els sand dunes, the largest sand dunes in Mongolia. These dunes lie in the Gobi Gurvan Saikhan National Park. The drive is through some incredible desert scenery with flat, stony plains; outcrops of vegetation; hills of interesting rock formations; and herds of wild antelope racing across the plains. The roads are flat and fairly even so it will take at least 4 hours. The shifting sand blown by the wind or someone makes sound so it is called Singing Sand Dunes.
Overnight in Ger Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 4 Drive to Yol Valley and Gurvan saikhan National Park
In the morning, we drive to Yol Valley. Learn about the local wildlife in the Natural History Museum before taking a gentle hike through the valley to discover their habitats. This valley is nestled deep within the hills and is a safe haven to get away from the desert heat. Some areas of the valley are continually sheltered from the hot sun and house huge, blocks of ice that gradually melt away during the summer. It is very wide at the entrance and narrows gradually into a remarkable gorge. You will get to see wild animals such as ibex and wild sheep, and the vulture. You can go horseback or camel riding around the area and go trekking to the gorge.
Overnight in Ger Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 5 Day trip to Khavtsgait Petroglyphs and Nomads day
In the morning we drive to the site of the Khavtsgait Petroglyphs. The
Khavtsgait Petroglyphs from the Bronze Age (4000-3000 BC) are beautifully carved
on many rocks on the top of a sacred mountain. It is easy to find the rock
paintings there because they are spread on rocks all around. The area is very
rocky and can be slippery to climb, but by carefully following a path up the
mountain, you can reach the top to see these beautiful rock paintings.
The petroglyphs were carved and painted with motifs consisting of animals, hunting
scenes and weapons. They depict various animals related to everyday life
of ancient people including deer, bears, wolves and hunters, and wolves with
livestock. Other paintings depict more domestic scenes of yaks pulling carts, the
wheels and horses flattened sideways like hieroglyphs, and herders on horseback.
The engravings vary in size, ranging from two-centimeters to the real life size
of horses.
After the rest, we will visit a herder family nearby. We will spend
some time there getting to know the family members and their casual yet unique
daily lifestyle. It is a good chance to see how the family members cooperate
together to do their daily even hourly chores such as milking mares, fencing and
milking the goats. If you wish, you arewelcome to try some mare's fermented milk
and other dairy products.
Overnight in Ger Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 6 Flight back to Ulaanbaatar, Terelj National Park
Following an early morning breakfast, we are transferred to the Dalanzadgad
Airport. We bid farewell to our drivers and fly to Ulaanbaatar where we meet our
local transport and then we are transferred to Gorkhi Terelj National Park. Upon
arrival at the airport, meet your driver and you are transferred to
Gorkhi-Terelj National Park.
On the way, you will take a detour to visit the giant Statue of Chinggis Khan
which stands 40m (132 ft) high.
Overnight in Ger Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 7 Terelj National Park to Hustai National Park
We will drive to Hustai National Park Hustai National Park is the site of a unique re-introduction scheme of Przewalskii’s horse (Equus przewalskii), called "takhi" by Mongolians. It became extinct in the wild in 1969 and, since 1992, has been successfully re-introduced to Hustai from zoos around the world.
Overnight in Ger Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 8 Drive to Karakorum, Erdene Zuu monastery
After breakfast at our camp, we head further west to Karakorum (Locally called
Kharahhorin or Harhorin), the symbolic ruins of the 13th century capital of the
Mongol Empire.
Ancient capital of Mongolia Karakorum city was located on the right bank
of Orkhon River and on the north-eastern slopes of the Khangai Mountain and
founded by Chinggis khan in 1220, was not only the capital of the vast Mongolian
Empire but the epicentre of trade along the Silk Road.
Overnight in Ger Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 9 Drive from Karakorum to Ulaanbaatar
In the morning, we drive back to Ulaanbaatar and there is more to see here upon arrival if you are interested, such as a visit to the Bogd Khan Winter Palace Museum, a residence of Bodg Jabzan Damba Hutagt VIII whom was Mongolia's last theocrat. Or take a leisurely stroll through the town center. In the evening perhaps you can enjoy a farewell dinner and attend the local folklore dance shows.
Overnight at 4* hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
Day 10 Depart Mongolia
Transfer to the airport for flight to next destination.
