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Let’s Travel Ltd Co., was founded in 2006.

Today we are recognized as


one of Mongolia’s leading tour operators, providing high quality services
for various aspects of travel starting with charters, package tours, leisure
travels, group and incentive travels, FIT travels, and also specializing in
corporate travels. We are trustworthy and reliable team of professionals
that offer excellent values to our customers, so that they could explore the
best of Mongolia.

INBOUND DEPARTMENT

General Director General Manager of Senior Manager of Senior Manager of


AMGALANBAT.S Inbound department Korean Market Chinese Market
TSENGEL.D UUGANTUYA.D TERGEL.G

Sales Manager of Sales manager of Operation Manager of


English-speaking Market Korean Market Korean Market
SARUUL.B MUNKHTUYA.Ts BOLOR.G

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ABOUT MONGOLIA
Population: 3,229,786
Language: Mongolian
Land: 1.564.116 square kilometers (603.909 square miles)
Currency: Mongolian official currency is tögrög /tugrik/ and it’s coded as
MNT.
Climate: Mongolia has an extreme continental climate with long cold
winters and short summers. On average, the country has 257 sunny days
a year, and it is usually at the center of high atmospheric pressure region.

Mongolian Ger
Ger is one of Mongolian greatest heritage from our
THE AVERAGE ancestors which has long history tracing from earli-
er centuries. Mongolian ger structure has changed,
Monthly temperature developed in the past several decades and it has
its own features today. Having an extreme weather
MONTHS NORMAL WARMEST COLDEST and nomadic way of life, ger is the most suitable
dwelling for Mongolians.
JANUARY -24.6°C -15.6°C -26.5°C

FEBRUARY -20.6°C -11.4°C -24.1°C Eating in Mongolia


MARCH -9.8°C -2°C -15.4°C Traditional Mongolian diet consists mainly of meat
and dairy products. But nowadays you can enjoy
APRIL 0.3°C 8.3°C -5.8°C all varieties of foods and delicacies in Mongolia. We
usually recommend traditional chain restaurants,
MAY 8.9°C 16.8°C 2.7°C
Asian or European fine cuisine restaurants, all up to
JUNE 14.6°C 21.6°C 8.3°C international standard and carefully handpicked by
our tour managers. As meals are included in the tour
JULY 16.6°C 22.7°C 11.2°C price, we choose the best set menus in accordance
with dietary requirements of the tourists.
AUGUST 14.7°C 21.5°C 9.3°C

SEPTEMBER 7.3°C 15.6°C 2.2°C

OCTOBER -1.1°C 6.8°C -6.0°C

NOVEMBER -13.2°C -4.4°C -16.2°C

DECEMBER -21.9°C -13.7°C -23.8°C

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How to GET TO MONGOLIA

Scheduled flight from Europe


Frankfurt-Ulaanbaatar / Nursultan-Ulaanbaatar /MR402/ 15:40 21:20
14:30 05:20
OM138/ Tue
Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun Ulaanbaatar- Nursultan/MR401/ 12:10 14:10
Ulaanbaatar- Frankfurt /
09:40 13:00
OM137/
Almaty-Ulaanbaatar /MR412/ 18:00 23:40
Moscow-Ulaanbaatar / Sun
17:45 05:00
OM132/ Ulaanbaatar- Almaty /MR411/ 14:30 16:30
Tue, Fri
Ulaanbaatar- Frankfurt /
13:10 15:05
OM137/ Bishkek-Ulaanbaatar /MR422/ 15:50 21:40
Thu
Scheduled flight from Asia Ulaanbaatar- Bishkek /MR421/ 12:30 14:50

Seoul-Ulaanbaatar / Ulan Ude-Ulaanbaatar /MR728/ 11:00 12:20


14:20 17:00
OM302/ Sat
Ulaanbaatar- Ulan Ude /MR727/ 07:40 09:00
Ulaanbaatar- Seoul /
08:40 12:50
OM301/
Daily
Seoul-Ulaanbaatar /
01:35 04:15
OM308/
Ulaanbaatar- Seoul /
20:15 00:25
OM301/
Irkutsk-Ulaanbaatar /MO102/ 07:50 08:50
Hong Kong-Ulaanbaatar Mon, Wed
12:05 16:45
/OM298/ Ulaanbaatar- Irkutsk/MO101/ 05:50 06:50
Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun
Ulaanbaatar- Hong Kong
06:25 10:55
/OM297/ Tokyo-Ulaanbaatar /MO902/ 14:30 18:50
Tue, Fri,
Hong Kong-Ulaanbaatar Ulaanbaatar- Tokyo/MO901/ Sun
16:45 21:20 08:00 13:30
/OM298/
Sat
Ulaanbaatar- Hong Kong
11:10 15:45
/OM297/

Beijing-Ulaanbaatar /
21:10 23:40
OM224/
Thu, Fri, Sun
Ulaanbaatar- Beijing / Istanbul-Ulaanbaatar /TK236/ 07:20 Mon, Wed,
17:55 20:10 18:25
OM223/ (+1) Sat
Beijing-Ulaanbaatar / Ulaanbaatar- Istanbul/TK237/ 08:50 12:30 Tue, Thu, Sun
09:30 12:00
OM224/
Mon
Ulaanbaatar- Beijing /
06:10 08:25
OM223/

Tokyo-Ulaanbaatar /
14:40 19:15
OM502/ Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat,
Ulaanbaatar- Tokyo / Sun
07:45 13:40
OM501/

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ULAANBAATAR CITY
CAPITAL OF MONGOLIA
It is the country’s cultural, industrial Before that, it changed location twenty-
and financial heart and the center of eight times, with each location being
Mongolia’s road network which connected chosen ceremonially. In the twentieth
by rail to both the Trans-Siberian Railway century, Ulaanbaatar grew into a major
in Russia and the Chinese railway system. manufacturing center. Ulaanbaatar is the
The city was founded in 1639 as a nomadic largest city in the country with 1.5 million
Buddhist monastic center. In 1778, it residents.
settled permanently at its present location,
the junction of the Tuul and Selbe rivers.

Museums & Galleries


IN ULAANBAATAR CITY

• Museum of Ulaanbaatar
• Zanabazar museum of Fine Art
• International Intellectual Museum
• Mongolian military museum
• Hunting Museum
• Mongolian Theatre Museum
• Museum of Mongolian Costumes
• Museum of Precious Rare Books
• Museum of Traditional Medicine
• The Central Museum of Mongolian
Dinosaurs
• Art Gallery of Union of Mongolian Artists
• State Academic Theatre of Drama
• Mongolian National Modern Art Gallery
• The Marshall Jukov House Museum

National museum
OF MONGOLIA
Gandan Tegchilen
MONASTERY
If one wants to get to know about a Surviving the communist purge in
nation’s history and its culture, they 1930’s, Gandan tegchilen monastery
must surely visit where everything is now an active monastery complex
historical importance is exhibited which has six temples (Datsan) and it
together. When you visit National is an official headquarter of Mongolian
museum, you will be travelled through Buddhist organizations, the main
time from Paleolithic age into Modern monastery holds its services usually
Mongolia. around 9 o’clock every morning.

Bogd Khaan
WINTER PALACE MUSEUM
Bogd Khaan’s winter palace is the
only remaining one of the original four
residences of eight Bogd Jebtsundamba
who was the last religious leader of
Mongolian and Tibetan Buddhism.

It is built between 1893 and 1903,


accommodated eighth Bogd Gegeen
until his death in 1924, and became a
museum later in 1961.

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Sukhbaatar square Folklore
CONCERT
The square is named in honor of the Mongolian revolutionary hero Damdin Sükhbaatar
shortly after his death in 1923. Current statue of Sükhbaatar upon his horse was created Folklore concert presents a rare
in 1946 by the sculptor Sonomyn Choimbol (1907-1970) and is located on the spot where selection of ancient Mongolian
his horse allegedly urinated during a rally on July 8, 1921, shortly after the victory of the performing arts and culture to local
1921 revolution. and international audiences. They play
traditional instruments including the
The square is a place where national military parade and reception of visiting foreign Morin Khuur (horse head fiddle) and
political leaders takes place, as well as public celebration of New Year Eve adorned with perform Mongolian long song, epic
ice sculptures, Children’s day on 1st of June, concerts during national Naadam Festival, and eulogy songs, a ritualistic shaman
and other occasional concerts. ritual dance, an ancient palace dance
and Tsam mask dance, as well as the
contortion.

The music of Mongolia expresses


vastness, freedom and life in harmony
with nature and the environment. It will
take you on a brief tour to Mongolia’s
world of folk art where vast steppes
of grassland, clear blue skies, and a
nomadic way of life has been developed
and preserved for thousands of years.

ChoijinTEMPLE
Lama MUSEUM
Zaisan
MEMORIAL HILL
Situates in the south of Sukhbaatar It is a memorial in the southern
square, one of best preserved area ofUlaanbaatar city that honors
monasteries of the country. It is more of Sovietsoldiers killed in World War II, built
a museum than an active monastery. in 1975. After driving to the uppermost
parking lot on the hill, visitors must make
Complex of temples built between 1904 a climb of three hundred steps before
and 1908 are dedicated for Choijin Lama reaching the monument and mural.
who was the state Oracle and younger
brother of the eighth Bogd Gegeen Those who make the climb are rewarded
Jebtsundamba. with a panoramic view of the entire city
of Ulaanbaatar in the valley below, as well
as the Tuul River flowing past the city.

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NOMADIC CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL TOUR,
CENTRAL MONGOLIA

Destination: Ulaanbaatar- Karakorum- Khustai Nature Reserve- Terelj National Park- 13th Century Theme Park
Highlights: Ancient historic sites, Wild horses, Chinggis Khaan Statue, observing nomadic culture
Availability: 01 June – 15 Sep
Duration: 8 days, 7 nights
Accommodation: 2 nights hotel stay in Ulaanbaatar, 5 nights in a Ger camp
Meals: (Total 19), 7 breakfast, 6 lunch, 6 dinner

DETAILED ITINERARY from the 15-20th century. After having lunch at the camp
we will visit Karakorum museum, where you will learn in
depth about Orkhon valley history, a cradle of Mongol
Day 1. Arrival
empires. Free time to relax until dinner time. (B/L/D)
Upon arrival in Ulaanbaatar, our professional team
warmly welcomes the travellers and transfer to pre-
arranged hotel (*** to *****) or preferred accommodation.
Day 4. Mongol Nomadic camp / Khustai
According to schedule of arrival, lunch and dinner at a
Nature Reserve (300kms)
Following breakfast transfer to Nomadic Show camp and
local restaurant, half day city tour is available.
have lunch. After lunch participate in Mongol Nomadic
show which you will experience one day of Mongolian
Day 2. Elsen Tasarkhai/ Karakorum (400kms)
nomad family. You will be able to see nomadic family
Today the tour starts in direction of Karakorum - ancient
camping, riding Yak cart, producing dairy products,
capital city of Mongolia. On the way, have a lunch near
producing felt and leather products and dress up in
Burd – “Elsen Tasarkhai” sand dunes. After lunch walk on
Mongolian traditional costumes. After the show drive to
the sand dunes for a while and continue driving through
Khustai National Reserve where you will see Takhi, one
Mongolian beautiful countryside, arrive in Karakorum
of the last wild horse species in the world, in its natural
ancient capital city of Mongol Empire. Upon arrival visit
habitat. The best time to observe these wild horses is in
Khaadiin Khaad hill and observe the magnificent scenery
the evening when they come down from the mountains
of Orkhon Valley from the top of hill. Orkhon Valley is
to drink water from small river. After exploring transfer
significant place which is registered as World Heritage
back to Mongol Nomadic camp and rest for the day(B/
cultural site. Have a dinner and stay overnight inger”
L/D)
resort. (B/L/D)

Day 3. Karakorum tour Day 5: Chinggis Khaan Statue and 13th


In the morning start the tour in Karakorum town. First,
century theme camp (275kms)
Today we are exploring about Chinggis Khaan and the
we will visit Erdenezuu Monastery, the oldest Buddhist
era he was living in. After breakfast transfer to Chinggis
Monastery which was built in 1500s. The monastery is
Khaan Statue Complex to see the largest equestrian
still operational as a religious institution and we will see
statue of the great Khaan. Then have a visit to the 13th
the morning prayer rituals of the monks. Then we will
century themed camp, where you can experience life of
continue to visit the parts of the monastery which was
Mongolian nomads as it was in 13th century. Lunch at
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the camp. After lunch we’ll finish exploring the camps.
Then in the evening, transfer to Terelj national park and
overnight at ger camp. (B/L/D)

Day 6: Nomadic cultural day in


Terelj National Park
After relaxing morning, we will visit local Nomadic family
to have a close insight into daily life of modern nomads.
Then try horse riding through green hills of the National
Park for about 1 hour. After lunch at the camp continue
exploring the highlights of the National Park Such as Giant
Turtle Rock and Aryapal Temple located in the remote
mountain. In the evening you could try on traditional
clothing and have your photo taken or try archery and
play “shagai” /sheep or goat ankle bone/ with your guide
for entertainment. If the sky is clear, great star gazing
opportunity will be presented. Dinner and overnight at
ger camp. (B/L/D)

Day 7: Ulaanbaatar city tour (110kms)


After breakfast, transfer back to Ulaanbaatar city.
We start the city tour by visiting Gandantegchilen
monastery, a religious center of the country. Then we go
to the National Museum of Mongolia where you can learn
about Mongolian history and culture from the Stone age
to The Democratic Revolution of 1990s and after that take
a walk around Chinggis Square. Lunch will be served
at traditional Mongolian restaurant. After lunch visit
Zaisan Hill Memorial and have a panoramic view of the
city. In the evening enjoy spectacles of nomadic folklore
performance. Dinner in a city restaurant and overnight in
a centrally located hotel. (B/L/D)

Day 8. Ulaanbaatar (20kms)


Following breakfast transfer back to Ulaanbaatar city and
check-in to city hotel or preferred accommodation. (B)

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ANCIENT GOBI, THE MYSTERIES OF
THE SOUTHERN MONGOLIA

Destination: Ulaanbaatar– South Gobi-Terelj National Park


Highlights: Singing sand dunes, Flaming Cliffs, Vulture Valley
Availability: 15 June – 01 Sep 2022
Duration: 8 days, 7 nights
Accommodation: 2 nights hotel in Ulaanbaatar, 5 nights in “ger” camp
Meals: (Total 19), 7 breakfast, 6 lunch, 6 dinner

DETAILED ITINERARY Cliffs and Bayanzag (sax forest). Upon arrival check-in to
ger camp and have lunch. Then drive a little further to
discover the dreamlike area where the first paleontological
Day 1 - Arrival
finding in Mongolia was found by following the footsteps
Upon arrival in Ulaanbaatar, our professional team
of American explorer Roy Chapman Andrews. Red cliffs
warmly welcomes the travellers and transfer to pre-
of the Bayanzag area are also admired for its beautiful
arranged hotel (*** to *****) or preferred accommodation.
appearance during sunset. After dinner enjoy beautiful
According to schedule of arrival, lunch and dinner at a
sunset and tranquility of Mongolian Gobi. Overnight stay
local restaurant, half day city tour is available.
in ger camp. (B/L/D)
Day 2 - Ulaanbaatar – Flight to Gobi – Khongor
Sand Dunes Day 5 - Vulture Valley/Yoliin am
After breakfast, take an easygoing excursion up to Yol
After breakfast, take a domestic flight to South Gobi
Valley, beautiful gorge formed by river flowing through
province with your guide. Meet your 4WD– 4 passenger
rocky mountain. It is a good trekking that gives you
seat tour couches at Dalanzadgad airport and start
stunning photographic opportunities. Tourists can
driving to Khongor sand dunes, known as Singing Dunes.
alternatively trip on a horseback /optional/. After the
Upon arrival check-in to ger camp and rest. Lunch, dinner
excursion visit a small local museum which exhibit flora
in a ger camp. Overnight stay in ger camp. (B/L/D)
and fauna of the area. Then transfer back to the ger
camp for local lunch. In the afternoon, free time to enjoy
Day 3 - Around Khongor Sand Dunes
tranquility of Mongolian gobi and stargaze by campfire
After breakfast visit local camel herder’s family and learn
in the evening. Overnight stay in a ger camp. (B/L/D)
about their unique lifestyle. Then try riding a Bactrian-
camel for about 1 hour. Lunch at the camp and transfer
to famous “Singing Dunes” which is the highest part of
Day 6- Flight to Ulaanbaatar – Terelj National
the 180 kms long sand dunes. A good climb up to the
Park
Early morning, transfer to Dalanzadgad airport and travel
sand dunes will be challenging, but will reward you with
to Ulaanbaatar by domestic flight. Arrive in the morning,
a breathtaking panoramic view. In the evening observe a
then transfer to Terelj National park. Upon arrival in
spectacular sunset, please prepare your cameras. Dinner
National Park, check-in to the ger camp and have lunch.
and overnight stay in ger camp. (B/L/D)
After lunch spend the day touring the area and enjoying
the magnificent alpine scenery. Visit local nomadic
Day 4 - Bayanzag, The Flaming Cliffs
herder’s family and ride a horse for about an hour. Then
After breakfast transfer to the worlds’ famous Flaming

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visit top attractions of the National Park including the Buddhist Monastery. In the evening, we will enjoy
Turtle rock, and Aryabal temple. Mongolian traditional the traditional Mongolian folklore concert. Lunch and
Lamb BBQ “Khorkhog” for dinner. Overnight stay in ger dinner in a city restaurant.Overnight stay at the hotel in
camp. (B/L/D) Ulaanbaatar.(B/L/D)
Day 7 - Ulaanbaatar city tour Day 8 - Departure
Following breakfast visit Chinggis Khaan Statue Complex Transfer to Chinggiss Khaan International Airport and
and then transfer to Ulaanbaatar. Today we will explore conclude the tour. (B)
the city highlights such as Zaisan Memorial Hill, National
Museum of Mongolia, Sukhbaatar square and Gandan

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LAKE KHUVSGUL, JEWEL OF
THE NORTHERN MONGOLIA

Destination: Ulaanbaatar – Murun – Khuvsgul Lake – Terelj National Park


Highlights: Biggest fresh water lake in Mongolia, unique culture of reindeer herders
Availability: 15 June– 15 Sep
Duration: 7 days, 6 nights
Accommodation: 2 nights hotel in Ulaanbaatar, 5 nights in a Ger camp
Meals: Total 16), 6 breakfast, 5 lunch, 5 dinner

DETAILED ITINERARY which will be spiritual experience. Transfer back to the


camp and have dinner. Overnight stay at the camp.
(B/L/D)
Day 1. Arrival
Upon arrival in Ulaanbaatar, our professional local guide
will warmly welcome the travelers at the airport оr train
Day 5. Flight to Ulaanbaatar – Terelj National
station, and transfer to hotel to proceed check-in.
Park
Early morning, transfer to Dalanzadgad airport and travel
to Ulaanbaatar by domestic flight. Arrive in the morning,
Day 2. Murun/Khuvsgul lake (domestic
then transfer to Terelj National park.Upon arrival in
flight)
National Park, check-in to the ger camp and have lunch.
Today we take morning flight to Murun regional city. The
After lunch spend the day touring the area and enjoying
flight is approx. 1.5 hour long. Lunch is served in Murun.
the magnificent alpine scenery. Visit local nomadic
Then we will drive further north to the Khuvsgul lake,
herder’s family and ride a horse for about an hour. Then
approximately 3 hour drive. Check in to the tourist ger
visit top attractions of the National Park including the
camp on the lake shore. Dinner and overnight in a ger
Turtle rock, and Aryabal temple. Mongolian traditional
camp. (B/L/D)
Lamb BBQ “Khorkhog” for dinner. Overnight stay in ger
camp. (B/L/D)
Day 3. Horse riding and reindeer herders’
camp
We’ll start the day visiting local reindeer people who
Day 6. Ulaanbaatar city tour
Following breakfast visit Chinggis Khaan Statue Complex
kept their unique traditional way of living up to day. After
and then transfer to Ulaanbaatar. Today we will explore
lunch at the camp we will have some horseback riding
the city highlights such as Zaisan Memorial Hill, National
adventures nearby the lake. After dinner relax and enjoy
Museum of Mongolia, Sukhbaatar square and Gandan
the peacefulness of the lake. Lunch, dinner and overnight
Buddhist Monastery. In the evening, we will enjoy
at the camp. (B/L/D)
the traditional Mongolian folklore concert. Lunch and
dinner in a city restaurant. Overnight stay at the hotel in
Day 4. Boat tour to Wishing rock
Ulaanbaatar. (B/L/D)
Relaxing morning by the lake and enjoy some free time
until lunch. After having lunch at the camp drive to the
small pier in Khatgal town and take a boat tour to small
Day7. Departure
Transfer to Chinggiss Khaan International Airport and
rocky island which local people worship as wish granting
conclude the tour. (B)
rock. Pray to the mother nature and wish upon a rock

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HIGHLIGHTS OF
THE WESTERN MONGOLIA

Destination: Ulaanbaatar –Ulgii- Altai Tavan Bogd National Park- Potanin Glacier- Tsagaan River- Khoton,
Khurgan Lake- Turgen Waterfalls- Ulaanbaatar
Durations: 10 days, 9 nights
Availability: July- August
Accommodation:
2 nights hotel in Ulaanbaatar, 1 night in “ger” camp, 1 night in local hotel in Ulgii, 5 nights in a tent camp

DETAILED ITINERARY we will reach our camping site which is at the site of
local rangers’ camp. Local team will set-up the tents and
prepare horses and camels for the upcoming excursions.
Day 1. Arrival
Dinner and overnight in a tent camp. (B/L/D)
Upon arrival in Ulaanbaatar, our professional local guide
will warmly welcome the travelers at the airport оr train
station, and transfer to hotel to proceed check-in.
Day 4. Altai Tavan Bogd National Park /Tue/
We will have relaxing morning and continue up to base
camp at Altai Tavan Bogd National Park. We will trek
Day2. Ulaanbaatar – Chinggis Statue
through beautiful landscapes and enjoy box-lunch which
Complex /Sun/
was prepared by our local team. We will arrive at the base
Following breakfast, visit Tonyukuk Monument and
camp by evening and after dinner rest a tent. (B/L/D)
Chinggis Khan Statue Complex-the biggest equestrian
statue in the world. After having lunch at the complex,
drive back to Ulaanbaatar city. Upon arrival in the city visit
Day 5. Potanin Glacier, Tsagaan Gol (White
Sukhbaatar Square and National Museum of Mongolia.
River) /Wed/
On this day we will see the Potanin Glacier and walk on
Then do some shopping in Cashmere Store and souvenir
the ice, while admiring beautiful high mountains of Altai
shop. After dinner rest at the hotel. (B/L/D)
Tavan Bogd. And then we will return from the national
park, trekking along Tsagaan Gol river for about 18kms
Day 3. Ulaanbaatar- Ulgii Town /Mon/
and spend the night in a tent camp near another rangers’
Fly to Ulgii /approx. 2 hours flight/. Upon arrival meet your
camp. (B/L/D)
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Day 6. KhotonKhurgan Lake /Thu/ Day 9. Ulgii-Ulaanbaatar /Sun/
Today we will drive to KhotonKhurgan Lake. On the way We will take early morning flight back to Ulaanbaatar city.
we will see some historic sites such as balbal stones, Upon arrival in the city have lunch and then visit some
ancient tombs and sacrificial stones left from the 6-8th of the city highlights such as Zaisan Memorial and Bogd
century Turkic empire which occupied Mongolia at the Khaan Winter Palace museum and Gandan Monastery. In
time. We will reach the beautiful KhotonKhurgan Lake by the evening enjoy Mongolian traditional folk concert and
evening and rest in the tent. (B/L/D) then have farewell dinner in a fine restaurant. Overnight
in a hotel.
Day 7. KhotonKhurgan Lake- Turgen Waterfall
/Fri/ Day10. Departure /Mon/
After relaxing morning, we will walk around the lake, Transfer to Chinggiss Khaan International Airport and
enjoying beautiful sceneries. In the afternoon we will go conclude the tour. (take-away breakfast) (B)
to Turgen Waterfall, one of the most scenic waterfalls in
the region,located in the mountains. (B/L/D)

Day 8. Kazakh Family- Ulgii town /Sat/


After breakfast, we will drive back to Ulgii town. On the
way we will visit local Kazakh family and learn about their
unique lifestyle, try traditional Kazakh meal, and have
your photo taken with hunting eagle. We will return to
Ulgii Town by evening and after dinner check-in to local
hotel and rest for the day. (B/L/D)

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SOUTHERN AND
CENTRAL MONGOLIA

Destination: Ulaanbaatar-South Gobi-Middle Gobi-Karakorum-Khustai Nature Reserve-Terelj National Park


Highlights: Biggest Sand dunes in Mongolia, Yol Valley, The Flaming Cliffs, Karakorum, the ancient capital,
takhi wild horses
Availability: 15 June – 15 Sep Duration:12days, 11nights
Accommodation: 2 nights hotel stay in Ulaanbaatar, 9 nights in a Ger camp
Meals: (31 total) B11, L10, D10

DETAILED ITINERARY small freshwater spring located on the foots of dunes.


After having a lunch back at the camp, visit a nomadic
camel herder family and experience the authentic
Day 1. Arrival
hospitality of nomads. Then ride a camel for about 1 hour
Upon arrival in Ulaanbaatar, our professional team
nearby the sand dunes. Dinner and overnight stay at the
warmly welcomes the travellers and transfer to pre-
camp. (B/L/D)
arranged hotel (*** to *****) or preferred accommodation.
According to schedule of arrival, lunch and dinner at a
local restaurant, half day city tour is available.
Day 5. Bayanzag (150 km)
Drive to the world’s famous Flaming Cliffs and Bayanzag
(forest of the Gobi). Discover the area of first paleontological
Day 2. Ulaanbaatar-Flight to Gobi-Yolin Am
finding in Mongolia by following footsteps of American
(Vulture Valley)
explorer Roy Chapman Andrews. During the sunset the
After breakfast, take a domestic flight to South Gobi
cliffs will change colours to beautiful deep red hue, hence
province with your guide. Meet your 4WD– 4 passenger
the name Flaming Cliffs. Lunch, dinner and overnight in
seat tour couches at Dalanzadgad airport and transfer
a ger camp. (B/L/D)
to Three Beauties of the Gobi National Park. Spend the
day on an excursion to Yolin Am (Vulture Valley) – a deep
and narrow gorge that cuts a path through the foothills
Day 6. OngynKhiid (150 km)
After breakfast drive to north heading OngynKhiid.
of mountains and is covered by snow and ice for most
Located on the banks of Ongi river, surrounded by rolling
time of the year for hiking and stunning photograph
hills OngynKhiid otherwise Ongi Monastery was one
opportunities. Lunch, dinner and overnight in a ger
of the biggest Buddhist institutionsof the area during
camp. (B/L/D)
18-20th century. Today only ruins remain after it was
destroyed during 1930s communist purge of religion and
Day 3. Khongor-Singing sand dunes (200 km)
aristocrats. You could walk among the mysterious ruins
After breakfast drive to Khongor sand dunes, known as
and visit small museum that shows artifacts left from the
Singing Dunes. A good climb up to the sand dunes will
destruction. Lunch, dinner and overnight in a ger camp.
be challenging, but will reward you with a breathtaking
(B/L/D)
panoramic view. In the evening observe a spectacular
sunset, please prepare your cameras. Lunch, dinner and
overnight in a ger camp. (B/L/D)
Day 7. Karakorum (300 km)
Today the tour starts in direction of Karakorum - ancient
capital city of Mongolia. We will leave the Gobi desert area
Day 4. Khongor - Singing sand dunes
and enter central plains of Mongolia. Bento lunch on the
Following breakfast, once more drive closer to the sand
way and we will reach Karakorum in the late afternoon.
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Upon arrival visit Khaadiin Khaad hill and observe the back to Mongol Nomadic camp and rest for the day
magnificent scenery of Orkhon Valley from the top of (B/L/D)
hill. Orkhon Valley is significant place which is registered
as World Heritage cultural site. Have a dinner and stay Day 10. Terelj National Park
overnight in ger” resort. (B/L/D) Early morningtransfer to Terelj National park. On the way,
visit Chinggis Khaan Statue Complex and see the largest
Day 8. Karakorum tour equestrian statue in the world. Upon arrival in National
In the morning start the tour in Karakorum town. First, Park, check-in to the ger camp and have lunch. After
we will visit Erdenezuu Monastery, the oldest Buddhist lunch spend the day touring the area and enjoying the
Monastery which was built in 1500s. The monastery is magnificent alpine scenery. Visit local nomadic herder’s
still operational as a religious institution and we will see family and ride a horse for about an hour. Then visit top
the morning prayer rituals of the monks. Then we will attractions of the National Park including the Turtle
continue to visit the parts of the monastery which was rock, and Aryabal temple. Mongolian traditional Lamb
converted to museum and houses many rare artifacts BBQ “Khorkhog” for dinner. Overnight stay in ger camp.
from the 15-20th century. After having lunch at the camp (B/L/D)
we will visit Karakorum museum, where you will learn in
depth about Orkhon valley history, a cradle of Mongol Day 11. Ulaanbaatar city tour
empires. Free time to relax until dinner time. (B/L/D) Following transfer to Ulaanbaatar and explore the city
highlights such as Zaisan Memorial Hill, National Museum
Day 9. Mongol Nomadic camp of Mongolia, Sukhbaatar square and Gandan Buddhist
Khustai Nature Reserve (300kms) Monastery. In the evening, we will enjoy the traditional
Following breakfast transfer to Nomadic Show camp and Mongolian folklore concert. Lunch and dinner in a city
have lunch. After lunch participate in Mongol Nomadic restaurant. Overnight stay at the hotel in Ulaanbaatar.
show which you will experience one day of Mongolian (B/L/D)
nomad family. You will be able to see nomadic family
camping, riding Yak cart, producing dairy products, Day 12. Departure
producing felt and leather products and dress up in Transfer to Chinggiss Khaan International Airport and
Mongolian traditional costumes. After the show drive to conclude the tour. (B)
Khustai National Reserve where you will see Takhi, one
of the last wild horse species in the world, in its natural
habitat. The best time to observe these wild horses is in
the evening when they come down from the mountains
to drink water from small river. After exploring transfer

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NORTHERN JEWELS AND
KARAKORUM

Destination: Ulaanbaatar -Murun-Khuvsgul Lake-Khorgo Volcano-Tsenkher Hot Spring-Karakorum-Khustai


Nature Reserve- Terelj National Park
Highlights: Biggest fresh water lake in Mongolia, unique culture of reindeer herders, the most famous
volcano in the country, natural hot spring, the ancient capital Karakorum
Availability: 15 June – 15 Sep
Duration: 12days, 11 nights
Accommodation: 2 nights hotel stay in Ulaanbaatar, 9 nights in a Ger camp
Meals: (31 total) B11, L10, D10

DETAILED ITINERARY camp in time for lunch. Take a walk around the camp’s
scenic surroundings and enjoy tranquility of mother
nature and visit small countryside village near the camp.
Day 1. Arrival
Dinner and overnight stay at the camp. (B/L/D)
Upon arrival in Ulaanbaatar, our professional English-
speaking local guide will warmly welcome the travelers
at the airportand transfer to hotel to proceed check-in.
Day 5. Khorgo Volcano (170km)
Today we journey south to the beautiful volcanic area
of KhorgoTerkh National Park. Highlights of this area
Day 2. Murun/Khuvsgul lake (domestic flight)
includes magnificent volcanic crater of Khorgo and
Today we take morning flight to Murun regional city. The
Great White Lake/locally Terkhiin Tsagaan Nuur/. Have
flight is approx. 1.5 hour long. Lunch is served in Murun.
lunch at the camp and climb up to the crater and see
Then we will drive further north to the Khuvsgul lake,
the magnificent view of the surrounding area. Dinner at
approximately 3 hour drive. Check in to the tourist ger
the camp and relax on the lake shore. Overnight in a ger
camp on the lake shore. Dinner and overnight in a ger
camp. (B/L/D)
camp. (B/L/D)

Day 3. Around the Khuvsgul lake Day 6. Tsenkher hot springs (190km)
After breakfast, transfer to Tsenkher hot springs, driving
Today we’ll spend the full day exploring the surroundings
through scenic valleys. Have lunch at the camp and
of the lake. We’ll start the day visiting local reindeer
spend the day relaxing in natural hot springs and walking
people who kept their unique traditional way of living
in its surrounding forest. Please pack your swimsuit for
up to day. Hiking in the mountains in the area until
this day. Your may have a short hiking to a mountain top,
lunch. After lunch several activities are available to your
where a stunning view awaits you. Optional massage and
choosing such as horseback riding, excursion on the lake
beauty services are available. Enjoy the hot springs again
by motorboat and fishing. After dinner relax and enjoy
after dinner. Lunch, dinner and overnight in a ger camp.
the peacefulness of the lake. Lunch, dinner and overnight
(B/L/D)
at the camp. (B/L/D)

Day 4. Jargal Jiguur/ Jargalant (190km) Day 7. Karakorum (120km)


After breakfast transfer to Karakorum, an ancient capital
After breakfast, transfer back to Murun city and visit
of the Mongol Empire. Upon arrival visit Khaadiin Khaad
ancient burial sites and Deer Stone monuments not far
hill and observe the magnificent scenery of Orkhon
from the city. And continue driving through magnificent
Valley from the top of hill. Orkhon Valley is significant
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place which is registered as World Heritage cultural site be able to see nomadic family camping, riding Yak cart,
Have lunch and visit Erdene Zuu Monastery, which once producing dairy products, producing felt and leather
was one of the largest monasteries in Mongolia, but products and dress up in Mongolian traditional costumes.
heavily damaged in the 1930s anti-religion purges. Tour Have lunch after the show and transfer to Terelj National
the monastery grounds and visit several temples with park. On the way, visit Chinggis Khaan Statue Complex
excellent examples of Buddhist iconography dating from and see the largest equestrian statue in the world. Upon
the 16th century. Then visit Karakorum museum, where arrival in National Park, check-in to the ger camp and rest
you will learn in depth about Orkhon valley history, a for the day. Dinner and overnight in a ger camp. (B/L/D)
cradle of Mongol empires. Dinner and overnight in a ger
camp. (B/L/D) Day 10. Terelj National Park
After breakfast at the camp, spend the day touring the
Day 8. Khustai Nature Reserve (300km) area and enjoying the magnificent alpine scenery. Visit
In the morningtransfer to Elsen Tasarkhai, also known as local nomadic herder’s family and ride a horse for about
Small gobi, continuous sand dunes at the foot of Khugnu an hour. Then visit top attractions of the National Park
Khan mountain. . Camel riding is available /optional/. including the Turtle rock, and Aryabal temple. Mongolian
Lunch will be served at local camp. Then transfer to traditional Lamb BBQ “Khorkhog” for dinner. Overnight
Khustai Nature Reserve. This reserve is inhabited by stay in ger camp. (B/L/D)
various kinds of wild lives including takhi otherwise
known as Prezwalski horse, one of the remaining wild Day 11. Ulaanbaatar (60 km)
horse species. We will arrive at the camp around the Following transfer to Ulaanbaatar and explore the city
time for lunch. After lunch, watch a documentary about highlights such as Zaisan Memorial Hill, National Museum
the Reserve and reintroduction of takhi horses back into of Mongolia, Sukhbaatar square and Gandan Buddhist
the wild. Then we are off to have a close look at these Monastery. In the evening, we will enjoy the traditional
magnificent horses. Dinner and overnight in a ger camp. Mongolian folklore concert. Lunch and dinner in a city
(B/L/D) restaurant. Overnight stay at the hotel in Ulaanbaatar.
(B/L/D)
Day 9. Mongol Nomadic/ Chinggis Khaan
Statue Complex (110km) Day 12. Departure
Following breakfast transfer to Nomadic Show camp Following breakfast transfer to the international
and participate in Mongol Nomadic show which you will departure point and conclude the tour. (B)
experience one day of Mongolian nomad family. You will

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GOLDEN EAGLE
FESTIVAL

Destination:
Ulaanbaatar-Ulgii-Altai Tavan Bogd National Park-Potanin Glacier-Tsagaan River-Ulgii- Ulaanbaatar
Highlights: Altai Tavan Bogd Mountains, Potanin Glacier, Golden eagle festival, Nomadic Kazakh culture
Durations: 10 days, 9 nights
Availability: October
Accommodation: 2 nights hotel in Ulaanbaatar, 1 night in deluxe “ger” camp, 1 night in local hotel in Ulgii, 5
nights in a tent camp

DETAILED ITINERARY Day 4. Potanin Glacier, Tsagaan Gol


(White River)
Day 1. Arrival On this day we will see the Potanin Glacier and walk on
Upon arrival in Ulaanbaatar, our professional English- the ice, while admiring beautiful high mountains of Altai
speaking local guide will warmly welcome the travelers Tavan Bogd. And then we will return from the national
at the airportand transfer to hotel to proceed check-in. park, trekking along Tsagaan Gol river for about 18kms
and spend the night in a tent camp near another rangers’
Day 2. Ulaanbaatar- Ulgii Town camp. (B/L/D)
Fly to Ulgii /approx. 2 hours flight/. Upon arrival meet your
local guide and driver and drive to Oigor river. By evening Day 5. Kazakh Family- Ulgii town
we will reach our camping site which is at the site of After breakfast, we will drive back to Ulgii town. On the
local rangers’ camp. Local team will set-up the tents and way we will visit local Kazakh family and learn about their
prepare horses and camels for the upcoming excursions. unique lifestyle, try traditional Kazakh meal, and have
Dinner and overnight in a tent camp. (B/L/D) your photo taken with hunting eagle. We will return to
Ulgii Town by evening and after dinner check-in to local
Day 3. Altai Tavan Bogd National Park hotel and rest for the day. (B/L/D)
We will have relaxing morning and continue up to base
camp at Altai Tavan Bogd National Park. We will trek Day 6. Attend Golden Eagle Festival
through beautiful landscapes and enjoy box-lunch which Breakfast in the morning. We will drive to the area, where
was prepared by our local team. We will arrive at the base Annual Golden Eagle Festival takes place. A Fantastic
camp by evening and after dinner rest a tent. (B/L/D) opportunity for photographers and adventurers to
see these magnificent birds of prey up close. There are
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all of them will gather together to test their finely trained Turtle rock, and Aryabal temple.Dinner and overnight
birds in singular contests of speed and agility. Enjoy stay in ger camp. (B/L/D)
the festival activities all day and in the evening see the
Kazakh Concert with some traditional songs and music. Day 9. Chinggis Khan Statue - Ulaanbaatar
Overnight is in Guest house. (B/L/D) After breakfast, drive back drive to Chinggis Khan
Equestrian Statue. 40 m high Genghis Khan’s Horse
Day 7. Second day of Golden Eagle Festival Statue is believed to be highest equestrian statue in
During the festival, we also see some Kazakh Traditional the World. After observationtransfer to Ulaanbaatar and
Competition of how eagles adapted to hunters explore the city highlights such as Zaisan Memorial Hill,
“Shyrgatartu”(eagles will be qualified how fast and National Museum of Mongolia, Sukhbaatar square and
smoothly catch a lure that made of rabbit or fox skin), Gandan Buddhist Monastery. In the evening, we will
“Khyzkhuar” game show(Traditional horseback riding fan enjoy the traditional Mongolian folklore concert. Lunch
game for youth, boys whipped by girls if they reached and dinner in a city restaurant. Overnight stay at the
by them), “Kukhbar” competition(Traditional horseback hotel in Ulaanbaatar. (B/L/D)
riding game fight over for goat skin) etc. Overnight is in
Guest house in Ulgii city. (B/L/D) Day 10. Departure
Following breakfast transfer to the international
Day 8. Fly back to UB – Terelj national park departure point and conclude the tour. (B)
After breakfast, take domestic flight to Ulaanbaatar. Upon
arrival at Ulaanbaatar and transfer to Terelj National park.
After having lunch at the tourist camp visit local nomadic
herder’s family and ride a horse for about an hour. Then
visit top attractions of the National Park including the

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NAADAM FESTIVAL,
KARAKORUM TOUR

Destination: Ulaanbaatar – Elsen Tasarkhai sand dunes – Karakorum – Bilge Khan Monument Complex –
Nomadic Lifestyle Show – Khustain National Park- Naadam Festival in Ulaanbaatar- Chinggis Khan Statue –
Tonyukuk Monument – Terelj National park – Ulaanbaatar
Durations: 10 days, 9 nights in Mongolia
Availability: mid-July
Accommodation: 3 nights hotel in Ulaanbaatar, 6 nights in “ger” camp

DETAILED ITINERARY Day 4. Karakorum tour


Day 1. Arrival In the morning start the tour in Karakorum town. First,
Upon arrival in Ulaanbaatar, our professional English- we will visit Erdenezuu Monastery, the oldest Buddhist
speaking local guide will warmly welcome the travellers Monastery which was built in 1500s. The monastery is
at the airport оr train station, and transfer to hotel to still operational as a religious institution and we will see
proceed check-in. the morning prayer rituals of the monks. Then we will
continue to visit the parts of the monastery which was
Day 2. Elsen Tasarkhai Sand Dunes - converted to museum and houses many rare artifacts
Karakorum (360 km) from the 15-20th century. After having lunch at the camp
Today the tour starts in direction of Karakorum - ancient we will visit Karakorum museum, where you will learn in
capital city of Mongolia. On the way, have a lunch near depth about Orkhon valley history, a cradle of Mongol
Burd – “Elsen Tasarkhai” sand dunes. After lunch walk on empires. Free time to relax until dinner time. (B/L/D)
the sand dunes for a while and continue driving through
Mongolian beautiful countryside, arrive in Karakorum Day 5. Karakorum - Mongol Nomadic show -
ancient capital city of Mongol Empire. Upon arrival visit Khustai National Reserve (300 km)
Khaadiin Khaad hill and observe the magnificent scenery Following breakfasttransfer to Nomadic Show camp and
of Orkhon Valley from the top of hill. Orkhon Valley is have lunch. After lunch participate in Mongol Nomadic
significant place which is registered as World Heritage show which you will experience one day of Mongolian
cultural site. Have a dinner and stay overnight in “ger” nomad family. You will be able to see nomadic family
resort. (B/L/D) camping, riding Yak cart, producing dairy products,
producing felt and leather products and dress up in
Day 3. July/ Bilge Khan Monument Complex Mongolian traditional costumes. After the show drive to
(140 km) Khustai National Reserve where you will see Takhi, one
Today we will explore heritage site left from Turkic of the last wild horse species in the world, in its natural
empire which occupied Mongolia during 6-8th century. habitat. The best time to observe these wild horses is in
After breakfast at the camp, we will start the tour of Bilge the evening when they come down from the mountains
Khan’s Monument, known as KhushuuTsaidam Memorial to drink water from small river. After exploring transfer
complex or Kul Tigen inscriptions. There you will see back to Mongol Nomadic camp and rest for the day.
artifacts left from the Turkic era such as Bilge Khan’s the (B/L/D)
famous “Golden Crown” and Kul Tigen inscriptions and
many more.After exploration drive back to Karakorum.
Have a dinner and stay overnight in deluxe “ger” resort.
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Day6. Ulaanbaatar city, Shaman rituals
(80km) Day 9. Terelj National Park
Breakfast at the camp and transfer to Ulaanbaatar city. In the morning start your tour including Terelj National
Upon arrival visit Zaisan Memorial Hill, where you will Park’s symbol “Turtle rock” and take a short hiking to
have a panoramic view of the city. Then visit Bogd Khaan Aryabal Meditation Center for magnificent view of the
Winter Palace Museum, once home to the last ruler of valley. After lunch at the resort, visit local nomadic family
Mongolia, now a museum that houses many rare and and experience their unique lifestyle and enjoy horseback
interesting artifacts from 19-20th century. Lunch at a riding for about 1 hour. In the evening enjoy traditional
restaurant, then visit local shaman, where you could have lamb barbeque “khorkhog” for dinner. After dinner sit
an interesting conversation about their unique beliefs around bon-fire and enjoy your last evening in the land
and observe their ritual. Have dinner and rest at the hotel. of blue sky. (B/L/D)
(B/L/D)
Day10. Departure (75km)
Day 7. Naadam festival Early check-out from the resort transfer to Chinggiss
Have breakfast at the hotel, and enjoy Mongolian Khaan International Airport, which will take approx. 1.5
Naadam Festival all day. The festival includes the hours and conclude the tour. (take-away breakfast) (B)
opening ceremony, and see three national competitions
which are wrestling, horse racing & archery. Traditional
festival food for lunch and in the afternoon transfer to
KhuiDoloonKhudag to see the horse racing and mingle
with the locals enjoying the festivities. Transfer to city for
dinner in a fine-dine restaurant. (B/L/D)

Day 8. Ulaanbaatar - Chinggis Statue


Complex - Terelj National Park (80 km)
Following breakfast, visit Gandan Monastery and see
the symbolic 26-meter statue of Deity Janraisag which
oversees the Mongolian lands with benevolence. Lunch
in a city restaurant then proceed to Terelj National Park.
On the way visit Chinggis Khan Statue Complex and
visit the biggest equestrian statue in the world. After
exploration transfer to “Terelj” national park and check-
in to ger camp. Dinner and overnight stay in a Terelj Star
Resort. (B/L/D)

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MONGOLIA-IRKUTSK
WITH LAKE BAIKAL

Destination: Ulaanbaatar – Karakorum- Khustai Nature Reserve- Terelj National Park- Irkutsk- Listvyanka
Village-Lake Baikal
Highlights:Terelj National Park, nomadic lifestyle, train ride on Trans-Siberian rail road, Listvyanka, Lake Baikal
Availability: 15 May – 15 October
Duration: 9 days, 8 nights
Accommodation: 2 nights hotel in Ulaanbaatar, 3 nights in Ger camp, 1 night on a train, 2 nights hotel in
Irkutsk, 1 night hotel in Listvyanka
Meals: 21 (Breakfast 7, Lunch 7, Dinner 7)

DETAILED ITINERARY monastery, oldest and first Buddhist monastery in


Mongolia. Enjoy walking around the surrounding area
after dinner. Overnight at ger camp. (B/L/D)
Day 1. Arrival in Ulaanbaatar (UB)
Upon your arrival, our professional team will warmly
welcome and transfer to local restaurant for dinner. Then
Day 3. Karakorum/ Khustai Nature Reserve
proceed check-in to your preferred hotel. /Depending on
(300kms)
Following breakfast, transfer to Khustai Natural Reserve.
arrival time, half-day city tour is available/. Overnight stay
This reserve is inhabited by various kinds of wild lives
in a centrally located hotel (D)
including takhi otherwise known as Prezwalski horse,
one of the remaining wild horse species. We will arrive at
Day 2. Elsen Tasarkhai/ Karakorum (400kms)
the camp around the time for lunch. After lunch, watch
After meeting your guide and driver, you will be transferred
a documentary about the Reserve and reintroduction of
to Karakorum, an ancient capital city of Great Mongol
takhi horses back into the wild. Then we are off to have
Empire. On the way have a brief stop at Elsen Tasarhai
a close look at these magnificent horses and other wild
also known as Small gobi, continuous sand dunes at the
animals if lucky. Dinner is served at the camp. Overnight
foot of Khugnu Khan mountain. Camel riding is available
at the ger camp. (B/L/D)
/optional/. Lunch will be served at local camp. After
arriving in Karakorum and having a little refreshment at
the camp we will visit Karakorum museum which displays
Day 4. Terelj National Park (60 kms)
Following early breakfast, transfer to Terelj National Park.
interesting artifacts from the times of Ancient Mongolian
On the way explore the Chinggis Khaan Statue - biggest
States to Great Mongol Empire. Then visit Erdene Zuu
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within the Statue Complex and transfer to Terelj. In Terelj, Day 7. A day at Lake Baikal (70kms)
visit local nomadic family to learn about their distinct After relaxing morning and hearty breakfast explore
lifestyle and horseback riding for an hour. After lunch around the world’s largest clear water lake. Visit Baikal
have a short hiking to Aryabal temple of Tibetan Buddhist museum and after lunch hike along famous Great Baikal
design and visit giant Turtle Rock and other unique rock Trail along the lake shore. In the evening visit local fish
formations which are highlights of the National Park. market and learn about livelihood of Russian villagers.
Dinner and overnight stay at tourist Ger camp. (B/L/D) Dinner in a local restaurant and overnight stay at the
Day 5. Ulaanbaatar city tour (90kms) hotel. (B/L/D)
In the morning, transfer back to Ulaanbaatar. Upon arrival
in Ulaanbaatar, guided tours to city highlights such as Day 8. Irkutsk tour (70kms)
Sukhbaatar Square, Gandan Monastery and National In the morning transfer to Irkutsk and explore around city
History Museum. After lunch at a city restaurant transfer and visit major attractions such as park and War Memorial,
to Central Train Station and board the train bound for some of the beautiful churches along the Angara river,
Irkutsk. Overnight in a train. (B/L) the main city center streets and the statue of Alexander
III. Enjoy dinner in a city restaurant and overnight stay in
Day 6. Irkutsk- Lake Baikal (1030kms) a hotel. (B/L/D)
Upon arrival in Irkutsk city, which regarded as the cultural
capital of Siberia, meet with your Russian local guide and Day 9. Departure
transfer to the village of Listvyanka, located on the shores Following breakfast transfer to the international
of Lake Baikal. Check-in to hotel and rest for the night. departure point and conclude the tour. (B)
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WINTER WONDER LAND

Destination: Ulaanbaatar – Terelj National Park – Chinggis Statue Complex


Highlights: Snow covered countryside, dog-sledding, biggest equestrian statue in the world
Availability: 01 Dec –15 March 2022
Duration: 5 days, 4 nights
Accommodation: 3 nights in hotels, 1 night in Ger camp
Meals: (10 total) B4, L3, D3;

Terelj National Park is located 60kms from Ulaanbaatar, Day 3. Terelj-Nomadic life experience
the capital city of Mongolia. With its high mezosoic Following breakfast at the hotel, have a short horseback
granite cliffs, sculpted into unique formations by wind, riding. Then visit local nomadic family to learn about
frost and rain erosion, looming over fertile valleys, Terelj their unique lifestyle, an experience you can have only in
National Park is ideal for people looking for nature get- Mongolia. After lunch have an exciting experience with
away within short distance and time. As it’s located close dog sledding on the frozen river. /dog sledding at 2pm/.
to Ulaanbaatar, there are several tourist camps, hotels Transfer back to resort and free time. In the evening
and resorts operating in Terelj National Park, receiving enjoy sitting around bon-fire have some mulled wine. For
guests all year around. dinner we will have Mongolian traditional stone grilled
lamb barbeque “Khorkhog”. Overnight stay at Terelj Star
DETAILED ITINERARY Resort. (accommodations are floor heated and have toilet
inside/no shower)
Day 1. Ulaanbaatar (UB)
Upon your arrival, our professional team will warmly Day 4. Chinggis Khaan Statue-Ulaanbaatar
welcome you and transfer to Ulaanbaatar city. Overnight city tour
in a centrally located 4 or 5-star hotel. Today following breakfast, transfer back to Ulaanbaatar
city. On the way explore the Chinggis Khaan Statue -
Day 2. Ulaanbaatar-Terelj National Park biggest equestrian statue in the world. Upon arrival in
Following breakfast at the hotel, shopping at Gobi Ulaanbaatar visit Zaisan Memorial Hill, where you will
Cashmere Store for high quality and fashionable have a panoramic view of the city and Bogd Khaan
cashmere products. After shopping transfer to Terelj Winter Palace Museum. Have lunch in a restaurant. Then
National Park. Check-in to your “ger” at Terelj Star Resort visit Gandan Monastery and pray to the 26m tall Buddha
and have lunch. After lunch visit some highlights of the statue for good fortune! Walk around the Sukhbaatar
National Park, such as hiking to Aryabal temple of Tibetan Square and see some interesting ice- sculptures. After
Buddhist design and photo stop at giant Turtle Rock. In having dinner transfer to Hotel and rest for the day.
the evening play some traditional Mongolian games and
enjoy staying in traditional Mongolian accommodation. Day 5. Ulaanbaatar
Overnight stay at Terelj Star Resort. (accommodations Following breakfast transfer to the international
are floor heated and have toilet inside/no shower) departure point and conclude the tour. (B)

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ICE FESTIVAL ON KHUVSGUL LAKE

Destination: Ulaanbaatar – Terelj National Park – Chinggis Statue Complex


Highlights: Snow covered countryside, dog-sledding, biggest equestrian statue in the world
Availability: February-March
Duration: 5 days, 4 nights
Accommodation: 3 nights in hotels, 1 night in Ger camp
Meals: (10 total) B4, L3, D3;

DETAILED ITINERARY a competition designed for tourists, cheer for ice-skating,


archery, and sumo wrestling competitions, also enjoy
music and dance concert by the festival conclusion.
Day1. Arrival
During free-time, ice-skating, travel by horse sleds, and
Upon arrival in Ulaanbaatar, our professional local guide
visit to ice ger and ice bar are possible.
warmly welcomes the travellers and have dinner in a city
Lunch, dinner, and overnight stays are in tourist ger camp.
restaurant. Then transfer to hotel and rest. (D)

Day 2. Ulaanbaatar city tour Day 6. Ulaanbaatar- Terelj National park


In the morning, transfer back to Murun and take a
Following breakfast, guided city tours to Sukhbaatar
domestic flight to Ulaanbaatar for duration of about hour
Square, Gandan Monastery, Zanabazar Fine-Art museum,
and a half. Upon arrival meet the travel coach and transfer
and National History Museum. Afterwards an excursion
to UB for a late lunch in a city restaurant. Then transfer
to the Zaisan Hill War Memorial rewards one with a
to Terelj National Park and check-in to comfortable ger
panoramic view over the whole city. Lunch and dinner
camp. In the evening play traditional ankle bone games
are in a city restaurant, and overnight stay is in hotel.
and try on Mongolian traditional clothes for memorable
photo. Dinner and overnight stay in a camp. /If the sky is
Day 3. Khuvsgul Lake through Murun
clear, good stargazing opportunity will be presented/
Today take an early flight to Murun. Upon arrival team
of professional drivers will welcome you and transfer
further to Khatgal town which is located on the shores of
Day 7. Chinggis Khaan Statue- Ulaanbaatar
Following breakfast, explore the national park highlights
Lake Khuvsgul. You will be driving through scenic valleys
such as Giant turtle rock, Ariyabal meditation temple.
of Northern Mongolia for about an hour. Check-in to a
Then visit local nomadic family to learn more about
tourist ger camp’s ger or wooden house accommodation
their distinct lifestyle and have a short horseback riding.
upon arrival. After having lunch at the camp enjoy pristine
Have a lunch in local tourist camp. After lunch transfer
winter air on the shores of the biggest fresh water lake
to giant statue of the Chinggis khaan – the biggest
and relax for the day. Dinner and overnight stay in a camp.
equestrian statue in the world and explore the area. Then
transfer back to Ulaanbaatar and upon arrival shopping
Day 4-5. Ice festival at Khuvsgul lake
in Cashmere outlet store and State Department Store.
Ice festival opens with its own anthem and a ceremonial
Farewell dinner in a city restaurant and overnight in a
parade. Horse-sledding groups, ice-skaters, and dog-
hotel.
sledding groups participate in a parade while local and
domestic tourist crowds cheer. Events such as bicycle
riding race, horse-sledding race, Blue Pearl – ice sculpture
Day 8. Departure
Early check-out from the hotel and transfer to your
presentation, and ice-ankle bone shooting are held on
international departure point and conclude the tour. /
the first day of the festival.
Take-away breakfast/
Highlight of the day is Shamanistic ritual introduction by
bonfire in the evening. On the second day, participate in

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