Mongolia: 8-Day Central Mongolia Tour

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Country: Mongolia

Duration: 8 days


Description

Immerse yourself in Nomads' way of life and learn about their customs and traditions. Participate in daily activities such as herding livestock and preparing meals.
Day 1
Welcome to Mongolia! Upon arrival at Airport our guide greet you and transfer to your hotel. We leave the rest of the day free. You may need some time relax and recover from long-flight

Day 2
After breakfast, we will start our tour. Our first stop will be Sukhbaatar square and national museum then we will head to Chingis khaan statue complex. Then our tour continues to Terelj national park. We will have an opportunity to ride horse at Terelj national park and visit to Ariyabal meditation temple

Day 3
Elsen Tsarkhai sand dune is unique area combining forest and Gobi sand dunes. Experience the lifestyle of nomadic family in a traditional Mongolian ger or ride the camel, walk on sand dunes, and relax in beautifully serene nature. The Elsen Tasarkhai literally means "an isolated torn-off piece of sand" and it is a small sequence of real desert in the midst of green steppes.

Day 4
On the way to Tsenkher hot spring, we will pass through Kharkhorin city. Kharkhorin was once capital of the Mongol Empire. Another Kharkhorin landmark is Erdene Zuu monastery and its famous phallic rock. Late afternoon we will arrive at Tsenher hot spring. Open air-baths are recommended. The spring produce water that is good for health reasons and water is effect for joints, nerve system and considered good for many other diseases.

Day 5
One of the natural highlights of Arkhangai province, the awe-inspiring Khorgo Terkhiin Tsagaan National Park comprises of two famous attractions: Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake or Great White Lake and dormant volcano Khorgo. Astonishingly beautiful, the clear water lake Terkhiin Tsagaan formed after lava flows from the volcanoes blocked the north and south water access from the Terkh Rivers.

Day 6
Lake Ugii is a fresh watered lake located in steppe. It covers 25 square km in area, 7 km long and 5 km wide. The lake is 15 meters deep at its deepest point. Researchers have discovered 14 different species of fish, 27 species of floating plants, and 48 species of floating animals. It is a stopover point for more than 150 species of migrating water birds. The lake was registered as a part of the east-north Asian international network system that protects goose and duck flocks, due to the large populations of cape barren goose and a spoon bill in the lake.

Day 7
Unique wild horse park – Takhi reintroduction project at Hustai National Park started in 1992. As the successful implementation of the project today there are over 220 takhi in the park. It is one of the well-known and prestigious special protected areas in Mongolia.

Day 8
After breakfast, you will be transferred from your hotel to the airport.

Highlights

  • Track of nomads
  • Horse back riding
  • Stargazing

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The guide will be holding a sign with your full name on it.
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.