6 days
Daily Tour
Unlimited
English
Mongolia is the ultimate place to go for a vacation when you want to see a variety of natural settings and feel different history and culture. From breathtaking and awesome sheer mountain ranges with ice glaciers to relaxing hot springs and endless sand dunes. Just imagine – you can experience all of these natural wonders in a small part of our beautiful country.
First, we are going on an adventure to gorgeous Terelj National Park, where you will encounter many natural wonders. From gorgeous granite mountains to open fields and pristine waters, nature abounds. You will visit the world’s biggest equestrian statue, which is dedicated to Mongolia’s legendary supreme leader – Chinggis Khan.
Another natural wonder of our country is Takhi, the famous Przewalski wild horses, which you will encounter in the prosperous Hustai National Park.
The Kharkhorin city once served as the capital of the Great Mongolian Empire and was the heart of a political center and commercial, cultural hub. Even though it may seem like it’s run down, there are still many surprises it has to offer.
Erdene Zuu, the oldest and one of our most significant cultural and religious centers which now operates as a museum.
After the Kharkhorin, we will travel to Ugii Lake, exploring historical artifacts on the way. Ugii Lake is home to many species of wildlife and a wonderful place to fish. We then travel to Elsen Tasarkhai, which is a marvelous oasis with gorgeous sand dunes, a breathtaking lake, birds, and verdant vegetation, all just an hour’s drive from the Kharkhorin.
Take a tour of the Chinggis Khaan Statue, the biggest equestrian statue in the world - 40 meters tall stainless steel statue symbolically pointed east towards his birthplace, on the bank of the Tuul River at Tsonjin Boldog.
Drive to Terelj national park to visit the Temple of Ariyapala and enjoy a stunning view. Explore the famous Turtle Rock and the extraordinary frock formations on horseback riding.
Overnight in tourist camp. (B+L+D)
(Distance approx 100 km, 2-3 hours drive on dirt/pave
Drive to the west side of UB. Hustai national park is rich with wildlife and historical monuments. The Przewalski horses. Takhi is the only true wild horse that once nearly went extinct in the wild. If you have a chance, you can see other wildlife such as wolves, marmots and deers. Enjoy short hiking over the mountains and photograph the charming landscape and wildlife.
Visit Hustai NP’s information center and souvenir shop.
Overnight in tourist camp. (B+L+D)
(Distance approx 280 km, 3-4 hours drive on dirt/paved road)
After breakfast, drive to Ugii Lake (altitude 1387 m; surface area—25 sq. km). When you visit the lake, you will have an opportunity to take a boat tour and do some bird watching.
On the way, you will see the Khusuu Tsaidam museum full of artifacts collected from nearby city ruins of the Turkic State (6th – 8th Centuries A.D).
Overnight in tourist camp. (B+L+D)
(Distance approx 60 km, 3-4 hours drive on dirt/paved road)
After breakfast, drive to Tarna Mountain and Petite Gobi.
Visit a local nomad family and ride 2 humped camels. Get involved in their daily life, take a class on milking livestocks and play ankle bone games. In the evening, cook a traditional Mongolian barbecue under the instruction of the hostess.
This is a real experience and will be an unforgettable highlight of this tour.
Overnight in tourist camp. (B+L+D)
(Distance approx 80 km, 2 hours drive on dirt/paved road)
Today is your chance to do some shopping for souvenirs and cashmere in Ulaanbaatar. (B)
(Distance approx 300 km, 5 hour drive on paved road)
B - Breakfast L - Lunch D - Dinner
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