Important Information

Region
Mongolia Tour
Duration
16 Days
Max Altitude 1768m
Activity Per Day
5-6 hrs
Grade
Level May - September
Group Size
2 - 20 people
Transportation Flight - Jeep

Mongolia is one of the latest popular tourist destinations. It offers diverse interesting amenities for all kinds of travelers from simple sightseeing to extreme adventure trips. Mongolia is known for the land of the Nomadic tribe which was united by King Chinggis Khan. You shouldn’t miss experiencing the traditional nomadic life of Mongolia, the most significant. Reasons to visit Mongolia are vast landscapes with rich pastureland, unique culture, nomadic families, and tradition of the mysterious country. Landmarks included in this tour are Tsagaan Suvarga (White Stupa), Bayanzag the Flaming Cliffs, the Khongor sand dunes, and the Yoliin Am.

This trip is full of exploration and adventure where you will have endless opportunities to experience a variety of activities like hiking, horse and camel riding, and visit nomadic families, remote Buddhist monasteries, heritage sites, etc. Our local guide and driver will be with you on the whole trip to make your dream of Mongolia true. If you are planning to visit Mongolia other than this tour or want to amend on this trip. Please customize your trip for booking Mongol Tours. Our expert travel advisor will help you to create your tour with no regret at all.

Outline Itinerary ( 16 Days )

Day 1

Arrive in Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar

On your arrival at Chinggis Khaan International Airport or railway station, you will assistance by Himalayan Wander Walkers’ representative. Our Guide and driver will help you to arrange your luggage in the vehicle and drive to the Hotel. Later you will have some rest at the hotel and tour briefing. If your flight arrival is in the morning then you will have sightseeing in the city.

Overnight accommodation is set with BB Plan at 3* hotel.

Day 2

Fly to South Gobi and drive to Yol valley

In the morning we will fly to South Gobi. After landing we will drive to Yol Valley (Vulture Canyon). The Vulture Canyon, which nestles between the beautiful peaks of Gurvan Saikhan known for “Three Beauties”. After arrival at the canyon, we will take a 2-hour hike through the canyon and maybe able to see parts of a glacier left over from the winter months.

Overnight accommodation is set with AP Plan at nomadic family yurt (Ger Camp).

Day 3

Khongor sand dunes and camel riding

Today you will explore Khongor sand dunes which take 3 and 4 hours by driving. En route, you will see vast desert badlands that span out into the furthest distances, where remote mountains line the horizon. At the same time, you will get the opportunity to stop and take photographs of the landscapes and people. Typical Gers and nomads on camelback hang suspended in the mirages, whilst the desert floor is strewn with a range of colorful rocks and unusual minerals. Visit the beautiful sand dunes and the Khongor River streaming through the sands. And you will experience camel riding along the Khongor sand dunes. The two-humped Bactrian camels are very comfortable to ride as they walk slowly and gently, and you will be well supported by the humps, sitting comfortably between them. 

Overnight accommodation is set with AP Plan at nomadic family yurt (Ger Camp).

Day 4

Bayanzag or Flaming cliffs and walking around

Visit the Bayanzag area. Known as a Flaming Cliffs "Cradle of Dinosaurs" this is where the first nest of dinosaur eggs ever discovered was found in 1922. A site is famous for the remains of a dinosaur that lived here 60 million years ago. You can walk around where dinosaurs once roamed and see saxaul trees and other classic desert vegetation.

Overnight accommodation is set with AP Plan at nomadic family yurt (Ger Camp).

Day 5

Ongiin Khiid Monastery

This monastery, with its temple Damba Darjaalan Sum, was built in the late 18th century to commemorate the first-ever visit to Mongolia by a Dalai Lama. The monastery was once the largest monastery in South Mongolia and was used by about 500 monks. It was the only monastery out of nine in the immediate vicinity to survive the Stalinist purges - by becoming a warehouse and shop. The monastery was reopened in 1990 and the current Dalai Lama visited in 1992.

Overnight accommodation is set with AP Plan at nomadic family yurt (Ger Camp).

Day 6

Orkhon valley and Ulaan Tsutgalan waterfall

Today you will drive to Orkhon valley, registered as World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO in 2005, this Orkhon River valley. There are many of Mongolia’s ancient monuments lie within its basin. And there is Orkhon Waterfall, also called Ulaan Tsutgalan was formed by a series of volcanic eruptions about 20.000 years ago. It cascades from a height of 22 meters and is 10m wide. Here we will visit a nomadic family and make horse riding for an hour. 

Overnight accommodation is set with AP Plan at nomadic family yurt (Ger Camp).

Day 7

Kharkhorin and Erdenezuu monastery

Drive to the Karakorum in the morning and visit to Erdenezuu monastery. The Karakorum is the ancient capital of Chingis Khaan’s Mongolia and was established in 1220 and served as the capital for 140 years. The Monastery was built in 1586 and is surrounded by a massive 400m X 400m wall. Only a few temples remain standing after the communist purges of the 1930s. In previous times the grounds held over 60 temples with 10,000 monks using them for daily worship.

Overnight accommodation is set with AP Plan at nomadic family yurt (Ger Camp).

Day 8

Tsenkher hot spring

You will drive to Tsenkher hot spring, take a relaxing hot spring bath. We will walk in the surrounding steppes; there are plenty of options for independent treks depending on how to fit you are feeling. Stay in the Ger camp (About 130kms)

Overnight accommodation is set with AP Plan at nomadic family yurt (Ger Camp).

Day 9

Great White lake and KhongoVolcano

After breakfast, we will drive to Terkhiin Tsagaan Nuur via Tsetserleg town. You will visit the extinct Khorgo volcano crater which once spewed hot lava (7,000 years ago).  Next, we will proceed to tour Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake, which was formed when Khorgo volcano lava dammed the Suman River, cutting a large gorge through the basalt. Overnight in Ger camp (About 200kms)

Overnight accommodation is set with AP Plan at nomadic family yurt (Ger Camp).

Day 10

Shine Ider, zuun Nuur Salt Lake

Travel to Shine-Ider province across rolling steppes which are covered with wildflowers in spring and early summer. Zuun Nuur a small, beautiful saltwater lake that is a haven for birds. After the lake, we will continue to drive about 10kms and reach the camp.

Overnight accommodation is set with AP Plan at nomadic family yurt (Ger Camp).

Day 11

Khuvsgul lake

Today we will drive to Khuvsgul Lake, close to the Siberian border. Here you have the opportunity to truly understand the Mongolian way of life. Lake Khuvsgul is the second-largest freshwater lake in the world, after Lake Baikal so be prepared to be impressed. Overnight ger camp.

Overnight accommodation is set with AP Plan at nomadic family yurt (Ger Camp).

Day 12

Leisure day in the Khuvsgul lake

Free day to explore the area. We will make some hiking and see some reindeer.

Overnight accommodation is set with AP Plan at nomadic family yurt (Ger Camp).

Day 13

Uran Togoo volcano

You will drive to the spectacular area of extinct volcanoes covered in coniferous woods. This extinct volcano has spectacular red rock formations and is surrounded by coniferous woods and wildflowers. There is an opportunity to trek on the volcano.

Overnight accommodation is set with AP Plan at nomadic family yurt (Ger Camp).

Day 14

Amarbayasgalant Monastery

Travel by road to Amarbayasgalant. Built between 1727 and 1736, one of the largest monasteries in Mongolia. The Journey travels across the southern approaches of Siberia. The monastery is located in the beautiful Iven Gol River Valley at the foot of Burenkhan Mountain. It has amazing art and decorations and the incredible architectural construction makes it one of the most magnificent monasteries in Asia.

Overnight accommodation is set with AP Plan at nomadic family yurt (Ger Camp).

 

Day 15

Drive back to Ulaanbaatar

After breakfast, we drive back to Ulaanbaatar. We will have lunch at a local café on the way. We will transfer you to the hotel. We will do some shopping.

Overnight accommodation is set with BB Plan at 3* hotel.

Day 16

Departure

Our team is saying goodbye as your journey to Mongolia comes to an end today. If you have more time you can do some shopping or sightseeing. Approximately 2 hours before your scheduled flight guide from Himalayan Wander walkers will take you to the airport. On your way home you'll have plenty of time to plan your next adventure with Himalayan Wander Walkers.

*AP (American plan) = Meal includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

*BB (Bed and Breakfast) = Meal includes only breakfast.

* MAP (Modified American Plan) = Meal includes Breakfast with only one meal either lunch or dinner.

 

Include

All transportation listened in the itinerary
Twin-share accommodation: hotel*** and in Ger camps
Three meals per day
domestic flight mentioned in the itinerary
Services of English speaking guide
All taxes and entrance fees to the protected areas
Sightseeing cost
All transfers between airport and hotel
Horse and camel riding cost

Exclude

International transportation
Travel and medical insurance
Alcoholic drinks
Tip
Meals in UB

Important Information

The Price given here is per person based on a minimum of 2 pax. The price will be cheaper with an increase in the number of people.

*If you are looking for a visa process or domestic flight within Mongolia then let us know we can help you to book your flight and issue Visa.

*Single Room Supplement is an extra charge.

Equipment

What to Bring?

The most important consideration for any tour is staying warm and dry, lightweight, breathable, moisture-winking under layers are highly recommended. Insulating layers and jackets are necessary. Comfortable hiking shoes, quality socks (quality socks are recommended), and head covering (insulating caps and brimmed caps designed to block sunlight) are essential. Outer layers should be made of waterproof, wind-blocking material such as Gore-Tex. Sunglasses and sun-block cream, drinking water bottles, torchlight, foot care items such as foot powder and Moleskin, insect repellent, and personal hygiene items are also necessary. 

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Useful Information

For the ger camps, there is a public western-style toilet, hot shower, and a proper restaurant at another building.

If you want, it is possible to stay in Gers with a private bathroom at the ger camps. It is extra around 50USD per person per night.

Domestic flights are operated only during summer between May to early September. If you are traveling beyond those mentioned months then you will drive instead of taking a flight.

Child policy

0 – 3 years old baby free of charge

4 – 12 years old child 30% discount (counted as 1pax)

Group policy: Get a better rate for a group booking.

Discount policy: We always try to lower our service prices by looking for a better solution for our customers. Here is several Discount Policy you can save until 10% that we can do on our best for our customers.

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