Great Mongolia excursion tour (20 days)

Day 1: Arrival in Ulaanbaatar

At the airport in Ulaanbaatar you will be met by official representative and transport to hotel. Overnight in Hotel

Day 2: Visit Amarbayasgalant monastery

After having breakfast at the Hotel we head towards North West to Amarbayasgalant monastery (360km). Lunch served as a picnic on the way. Mongolian most famous Amarbayasgalant monastery is one of the 3 big temples which attract many tourists. The monastery was built between 1727-1736 by degree of Undurgegeen Zanabazar. Make camp in chosen spectacular view of the area.

Overnight in Tent /B, L, D/

Day 3: Murun town

After having nice breakfast in the field we continue our journey to Northern Mongolia, Khuvsgul lake (350km) trough beautiful Khangai mountain range. On the half way we camp for overnight.

Overnight in Tent /B, L, D/

Day 4-5: Khuvsgul Lake

After breakfast drive to the Tourist camp near Khatgal town (102 km). Once we arrive we will spend next two days by the crystal clear water of Khuvsgul lake shore. A reindeer family tour could be arranged on a day basis. The route: motor boat trip to the place of destination, then two hours horse riding trip or hiking around. Mongolian and European dishes will be in a Traditional GER restaurant and overnights will be in tourist camp.

Overnights in GER tourist camp /B, L, D/

 Day 6: Khangai Mountain

Today will leave Khuvsgul Lake and start our journey to Southern Mongolian by heading to Khorgo national park (360km). On the way we will spend one night in beautiful Khangai Mountain range. We will come to a mountainous valley with forest and a river and make our tented camp for the night. Our guide will serve you meal, dine beside the bone fire. In the evening, lay beneath the most clear full star sky of Mongolia.

Overnight in Tent /B, L, D/

Day 7-8: National Park Khorgo

Arrival at Great White Lake in Khorgo national park. Spend two days in national park visit nearby attractions including Dormant Volcano, Cave, Shar Nohoin tam and visit local nomad family.

Overnight in GER tourist camp /B, L, D/

Day 9: Chuluut river Canyon

After having breakfast at the GER tourist camp drive to the Tamir (180km). We will see the Chuluut River and the Canyon about 50 meters deep, on the way. Make camp at the chosen field.

Overnight in Tent /B, L, D/

 Day 10-11: Kharakhorum, Erdenzuu

After breakfast drive to Kharkhorum ancient city (120km). On the way visit Tsetserleg town the capital of Arkhangai Province. Upon arrival in Kharkhorum ancient city we visit Erdene Zuu monastery which was built in 1586 and is surrounded by a massive 400m-x 400m wall. Not a single nail was used in the construction of the ornate temples, only a few of which remain standing after the communist purges. Mongolia´s ancient capital Kharkhorum, Chinggis Khaan´s fabled city, was founded in 1220 in the Orkhon Valley, at the crossroads of ‘The Silk Road’. It was from there that the Mongol Empire was governed, until Kublai Khaan moved to Beijing.

Overnight in GER tourist camp /B, L, D/

Day 12: Ongi Cloister

Today we continue our journey to Middle Gobi (about 240km). Next Stop is the Ongi Cloister ruin which was founded in 1760 and consisted of two temple complexes on the North and South banks of the Ongi River. The northern complex, built in the 18th century, consisted of 17 temples-among them one of the largest temples in all of Mongolia. At its heyday, Ongi Cloister could accommodate over 1000 monks at a time.

Overnight in GER tourist camp /B, L, D/

Day 13: Flaming cliffs ‘’Bayanzag” Dinosaur’s native land

After having nice breakfast at Ongi Secret tourist camp we head towards the Great South Gobi (250km). On the way visit the Flaming cliffs (dinosaur excavation site) known as Bayanzag. The place is an area of red cliffs, which formed from the erosion of sand and rock over many thousands of years. It also the site of several successful dinosaur excavations. And visit Moltsog Els (sand dune).

Overnight in GER tourist camp /B, L, D/

Day 14: Gobi Gurvan Saikhan national park, Eagle Valley

After having breakfast we drive to the beautiful Eagle Valley in Gurvan Saikhan Mountains (about 40km). The valley is about 10km long and is completely shaded from the sun in some parts due to the high cliff walls. There you can walk and taking spectacular local landscape photographs. At the opening of the valley is a Local Natural History Museum displaying interesting illustration about the Flora & fauna of the area. You will return to the GER camp in the evening and enjoy free time walking around and see the stunning Gobi sunset.

Overnight in GER tourist camp /B, L, D/

Day 15: Tracking through Gobi Steppe

After the breakfast, we drive back to Ulaanbaatar city through Middle Gobi province (293km). This is a long driving day stepper range. The Lunch will be served as picnic on the way. We will stay that night in local hotel. The dinner will be provided by local restaurant.

Overnight in 3 star Hotel /B, L, D/

Day 16: Baga Gazriin Chuluu

After breakfast drive to Baga Gazriin Chuluu (68 km), during the travel you will see the Baga Gazriin Chuluu which is the geographical attraction place established as natural high rocks. The lunch will be served as picnic in the tourist camp.

Overnight in Tent /B, L, D/

Day 17: Free time in Ulaanbaatar

After Breakfast return to Ulaanbaatar. On arrival you can have shopping at The State Department Store. Lunch at the local famous restaurant, serving authentic traditional food. In the evening enjoy the exciting performance of “Sarni Chuluu” ensemble to see traditional folklore such as dance, song, Buddhist ritual mask dance.

Overnight in 3 star Hotel /B, L, D/

Day 18: Terelj National Park Outstanding Natural Scenery and wildlife

After breakfast at 8.40am drive to Terelj National Park about 98km, our last stop is Princess Lodge. On the way you will be introduced with the small town people’s living standard, herder families, pasturing livestock and Monk cave. Arrive in Princess Lodge, field lunch in the nature. Introduce with camp and its surrounding environment. Spend rest of the day enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Khan Khentii mountains. Evening programs of interest and bonfire, wine taste.

Overnight in Princess Lodge /B, L, D /

Day 19: Khan Khentii Protected Area

During the day there will be horse riding, or yak cart riding in the mountains and valleys, hiking. After dinner drive back to Ulaanbaatar (98km).

Overnight in Hotel /B, L, D /

Day 20: Journey Home

After breakfast, drive to Chinggis Khaan airport for international departure.

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Prices in USD

Tour Price Include:

• 4 overnights in 3 star Hotel

• 10 overnights in GER tourist camp

• 5 overnights in Tent

• English speaking guide

• All meals are provided: stated as Bold letters below the daily program

• Ground transportation, four wheel drive

• Horse riding

• Park entrance fees, museum

• Pure water supply (1 liter per day)

• As following destinations stated in itinerary

• Airport pick up and deliver

Tour Price exclude:

• Camel riding

• Travel insurance

• Visa application fees

• Bank transfer fee

• Departure tax

• Beverages, snacks

• Personal expenses including, telephone call, internet, laundry

• Additional services

Accommodation: We choose the best partners in order to attain best outcome. Every year we personally check our partner hotels and tourist camps to ensure they are maintaining the standard of service. Depending on your preference we offer various 3 to 5 star hotels and guest houses. Tourist camps are all equipped with shower and toilet, 2 to 4 PAX per Ger and restaurants.

Meals: While your stay in Ulaanbaatar there are plenty of choices among Mongolian traditional, European, Indian and Asian cuisine restaurants. During your travel along the countryside tourist camps will serve with standard breakfast and meals of beef, rice and vegetables. If you are vegetarian or require Halal food we also able to organize your special need of food in Mongolia.

Transport: Our vehicles are prepared to travel on Mongolian road. We use variety of air-conditioned, four wheel drive vehicles and bus. The average mileage you will drive per day in Mongolian tour is 180 to 220 kilometers. Our vehicles include Land cruiser, Delica 2, Russian Van, Bus.

Guide: We arrange English, French, Russian and German speaking Mongolian guide on your Mongolian trip. Depending on the tour our special experienced guide will serve you a meal while stay in tent. Our guides always there to help you and work passionately with full of knowledge about the country and make your Mongolian travel one of your most favorite exploration around earth.

Packing List: we highly recommend you to read following article about what you should prepare before your Mongolian holiday.