Central Mongolia is home differences. If you passed sand dunes today, you might see lake in next day. One of the highlight of this tour is fishing at Ugii Lake, after you visited historical sites of Orkhon Valley. Most of the drives are on the paved road.
- Including hours camel riding at Elsen Tasarkhai Sands
- Discover Erdene Zuu, built from the rubble of Genghis Khan’s capital
- Witness and admire ancient monuments of Turkish people in Central Mongolia
- Try fishing at small beautiful Ugii Lake
- Meet wild horse in their natural habitat – learn about Takhi, wild horse, and other wildlife
- Visit the home of a nomadic family in the Khustai National Park
Length: 5 days
Area: Central Mongolia
Type: Private Package Tours
Potential dates and weather condition: from May to late September, each year
Difficulty: easy-moderate (No experience necessary. Trips suitable for most ages and abilities)
Prices
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1690 USD for 1pax
1060 USD p.p for 2pax
860 USD p.p for 3pax
770 USD p.p for 4pax
720 USD p.p for 5pax
Included: 2 nights in tourist ger camp, 1 night in the nomadic family, 1 night in the local ger guesthouse, 1 night in the tent, food service, land transportation, English speaking guide service, all entrance fees and Government charges, all activities costs, sleeping bag, mineral water, horse ride gears
Not included: gratuities for staffs, personal expenses (extra some drinks, souvenir buying, locals concerts etc), travel insurance
Single supplement: 240 USD
Detailed itinerary
Day1. Khustai National Park & Elsen Tasarkhai Sands
Day2. Naiman Lake & horse trek
Day3. Horse trek
Day4. Orkhon Waterfall & Tsenkher Hot Spring
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 in the nomadic family.
Day2. Naiman Lake – horse trek
After breakfast time, we will drive to Naiman Lake (245 km – 7 hours on the paved road). Naiman Lakes area contains 8 striking summit crater lakes of varying colors. Shireet Lake is biggest one and is the southernmost of the other lakes. This area is of interest to trekkers because the lakes are very picturesque & remote. Viewed from Shireet Mountain Pass, Khangai Mountain & Lake presents one of the most picturesque and attractive views in the Mongolia. After lunch time, we will start the horse trek. The horseback riding enthusiast will experience an unforgettable excursion through timbered ridges and mountain meadows. Horse pack trips allow you to reach deep into the southern Mongolian wilderness. Overnight in the tent.
Day3. Horse trek
After breakfast time we will continue our horse trek to Orkhon Waterfall (full day ride). 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. Overnight in the tourist ger camp.
Day4. Tsenkher Hot Spring – relax
After breakfast time, we will drive to Tsenkher Hot Spring (115 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.
Day5. Karakorum – ancient capital
After breakfast time, we will drive to Karakorum (125 km – 2 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 in the local ger guesthouse.
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 16:00 o’clock
Total distance: 1200 km (+ 200)
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 vehicles.
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.
