This 6 days tour has many activities such as horse ride, see erupted volcano, boating on the lake and fishing, stay in hot spring for relaxing, hiking through black forest etc. Centrel Mongolia is home of different variety of activities. Also most of the drivers on the paved road so it is easy ride.
- Discover Erdene Zuu, built from the rubble of Genghis Khan’s capital
- Orkhon Waterfall, home of yaks and visit to yak herder family
- Stay in open bath of Tsenkher Hot Spring and take rest
- Try fishing at small beautiful Ugii Lake
Length: 6 days
Area: Central Mongolia
Tour type: Private Package Tours
Potential dates and weather condition: from May to October, each year.
Difficulty: easier – moderate (No experience necessary. Trips suitable for most ages and abilities)
Prices
We offer 2 different type of tour arrangements for our customers.
Tourist ger camp arrangement
| 1620 USD for 1pax 1100 USD p.p for 2pax 810 USD p.p for 3pax | 710 USD p.p for 4pax 660 USD p.p for 5pax 620 USD p.p for 6pax |
| Included: 5 nights in tourist ger camp, food service, land transportation, English speaking guide service, mineral water, all entrance fees and Government charges, all activities costs | Not included: gratuities for staffs, personal expenses, travel insurance Single supplement: 100 usd |
Local ger guesthouse arrangement
| 1160 USD for 1pax 660 USD p.p for 2pax 490 USD p.p for 3pax | 410 USD p.p for 4pax 360 USD p.p for 5pax 320 USD p.p for 6pax |
| Included: 5 nights in local ger guesthouse, land transportation, English speaking guide service, all entrance fees and Government charges, all activities costs | Not included: food service, sleeping bag, gratuities for staffs, personal expenses, travel insurance |
Detailed Itinerary
Day1. Khustai National Park & Elsen Tasarkhai Sands
Day2. Orkhon Waterfall
Day3. Tuvkhun Temple & Tsenkher Hot Spring
Day4. Khorgo-Terkh National Park
Day5. Karakorum
Day6. Back to Ulaanbaatar
Day1. Khustai National Park – wild horses & Elsen Tasarkhai Sands – camel riding
We will pick you up from your accommodation at 08:00 o’clock & drive to Khustai National Park (100 km – 2 hours on the paved road). National Park Khustai where re-introduction of the wild takhi horses (Przhevalsky’s horses) has taken place since 1992. Takhi is last wild horse subspecies surviving in the 21st century. It was discovered in western Mongolia in the late 1870s by the Russian explorer N.M. Przhevalsky. Then we will be spent at leisure hiking in the surrounding mountains for seeing the wild horses. If we luck we may see also maral deer & other animals. Then we will drive to Elsen Tasarkhai Sands (225 km – 4 hours on the paved road). Its English meaning is Piece of Sand and considered the northern edge of the Gobi desert & It is small sand dunes, continuously lies in the lowland of legendary Khugnu Khaan and Bat Khaan Mountains. On arrival you will have dinner at the nomads’ ger. Enjoy the joyful atmosphere and learn the clever nomads’ way of life by taking every chance of taking part in the nomadic life activities like a nomad. Then we will ride camels here (1 hour). The two-humped camels are very comfortable to ride, as they walk slowly and gently and we will be well supported by the humps, sitting comfortably between them. Overnight there.
Day2. Orkhon Waterfall – horse ride
After breakfast time, we will drive to Orkhon Waterfall (170 km – 4 hours on the dirt road). Over 25 m high and 10 m wide Orkhon Waterfall is the biggest waterfall in the country and one of the most attractive destination in Orkhon River valley, UNISCO World heritage site. The surrounding areas of the waterfall was formed by volcanic activities dated back approximately 20,000 years and covered by over 10 m thick lava layer. After lunch time, we will ride horses there (2 hours). This ride will take you back through the Ulaan River Valley area to the beautiful sights and sounds of Mother Nature for an hour journey up the mountain to view. With no experience required. Take a refreshing walk to the waterfall. You’ll hear it before you see it – the sound of tumbling water fills the valley. Overnight there.
Day3. Tuvkhun Temple & Tsenkher Hot Spring
After breakfast time, we will drive to Tuvkhun Temple (60 km – 2 hours on the dirt road). The monastery is located on the peak of the densely forested and picturesque mountain Shiveet at the elevation of 2000 m. Mongolian first bogd (head of the Buddhism) Zanabazar’s followers built the temple in 1653 for meditation and art studio purpose. There is several interesting things to see. Meditation caves, foot print of Zanabazar on the rock, first drawn version of soyombe, independence symbol, etc. We will hike from the bottom of the mountain to the top or the monastery. After lunch time, we will drive to Tsenkher Hot Spring (120 km – 3 hours on the dirt road). It is the most famous pool in the country & one of the most popular Central Mongolian attractions. The water has a perfect temperature of about 36 – 40°C and contains a lot of minerals. In fact, the Tsenkher Spring has now become so popular that in order to it may crowded. In the evening, we will stay in the open pool of the tourist ger camp. Overnight in the tourist ger camp.
Day4. Khorgo-Terkh National Park
After breakfast time, we will drive to Khorgo-Terkh National Park (215 km – 4 hours on the paved road). The volcano erupted in the Quaternary Period and its lava closed the water stream of a river and result of this meeting has created a truly incredible landscape, Khorgo Extinct Volcano and Terkh Lake, large placid lake is ringed by sandy beaches. There is a number of small or big circuit gorges, Shar Nokhoin Tam & Solo Person’s Cave etc, and complete or not complete erupted 13 volcanoes and rock formations with fast flowing rivers and cascades. From the top of the volcano panoramic view is superb. We will climb up to the top of the volcano and walk discover the circuit gorges. Overnight there.
Day5. Karakorum – ancient capital
After breakfast time, we will drive to Karakorum (300 km – 5 hours on the paved road). Karakorum, the capital of Great Mongolian State where today there is a small local township. After 200 years its sacked by Chinese, Erdene Zuu, built in 1586, is the first Buddhist monastery to have been built in Mongolia and by various construction materials were taken from the ruins of Karakorum. We will respectively visit to Erdene Zuu Monastery, Karakorum Museum & other interesting historical sights there. Overnight there.
Day6. Back to Ulaanbaatar
After breakfast time, we will drive to Ulaanbaatar city (360 km – 6 hours on the paved road) and after we transfer you to your accommodation.
End time: around 15:00 o’clock
Total distance: 1590 km
Information
- Above prices are changeable by changing components (kind of services) of the itinerary.
- This is a private tour and you or your travel buddies will be in the tour.
- It is your responsibility to ensure you are in correct pick up location at correct time as stated on your booking form.
- No smoking in travel vehicle.
Please let us know should you have further inquiries! We are looking forward to assist you with organizing your stay in Mongolia and answering any questions you might have about this tour. We want your holiday experience in Mongolia to be as amazing as it is possible.
