Epic Journey
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►International airport - Chinggis Khaan International Airport, Ulaanbaatar city
(Flight duration: )
►At the airport, our guide pick you up and we move towards Zaisan Memorial, the highest natural point in Ulaanbaatar. Then, we visit The Winter Palace of Bogd Khan
►After lunch, we visit National History Museum and do exploring around Sukhbaatar square
(Museum: Mongolia’s wonderful National Museum sweeps visitors from the Neolithic era right to the present day. It’s UB's only genuine blockbuster sight, offering an unparalleled overview of Mongolian culture, ranging from stone-age petroglyphs and exquisite gold ornamentation to, arguably the highlight, the full gamut of traditional ceremonial costume – which unmistakably inspired the look of characters from the Star Wars prequels.)
(Square: In July 1921 in the centre of Ulaanbaatar, Damdin Sukhbaatar (the ‘hero of the revolution’) declared Mongolia’s final independence from China. A square later built on the spot now bears his name and features at its centre a bronze statue of the revolutionary astride his horse. In 2013 the city authorities changed the name of the plaza to Chinggis Khaan Sq, but in 2016 Sukhbaatar's descendants won a court battle to restore the original name.)
►After dinner, we check-in to our hotel and rest.
► B/F: L: Local food D: Local food O/N: Hotel 4*
► Ulaanbaatar - Ugii lake - Kharkhorin & Erdene Zuu Monastery (Distance: 430km, Time: 6h 30min)
► After breakfast at the hotel, we drive to Ugii lake (Distance: 350km, 5h)
(Ugii Lake - is located at 1,337m above sea level which is a pure water steppe lake, which is 7.9km long and 5km wide.)
► In the afternoon, we have our lunch at Ugii lake. After having some rest, we move towards Kharkhorin (Distance: 80km, 1h 30min)
(Kharkhorin: The former capital of Mongolia. The legendary city of Genghis Khan was founded in 1220 and was one of the stages of the silk road. The Mongolian Empire was governed from this city, until Kubilai Khan set up the capital in Beijing. Today, there are only a few vestiges left of the former capital. We visit Erdene Zuu Monastery, built in 1586 by a nomad prince. The Chinese and Tibetan-inspired buildings are surrounded with 108 sacred stupas)
► In the evening, we check-in to a ger-camp near Kharkhorin to have our dinner and rest.
► B/F: Hotel L: Camp D: Camp O/N: Ger camp
► Kharkhorin & Erdene Zuu Monastery - Tsenkher Hot Spring (Distance: 150km, Time: 3h)
► After breakfast, we explore Kharkhorin Museum and Erdene Zuu Monastery
► After lunch, we drive to Tsenkher Hot Springs
(The springs of Tsenkher are natural hot springs that bubble out of the earth at a temperature of 85°C throughout the year. They are located in mountainous central of Mongolia at 1,860 meters altitude. Because their water is said to have healing powers, Tsenkher has built a health resort where relaxation baths are offered to visitors.)
► In the evening, we check-in to a ger-camp to have our dinner and rest at a beautiful landscape.
► B/F: Camp L: Camp D: Camp O/N: Ger camp
► Tsenkher Hot Spring
► After breakfast, we go for 1-hour horseback riding
► After lunch, we would be at leisure and there are some optional activities including hiking, horseback riding, and spa
► In the evening, we return to the camp to have our dinner and rest.
► B/F: Camp L: Camp D: Camp O/N: Ger camp
► Tsenkher Hot Spring - Elsen Tasarkhai (Distance: 250km, Time: 4h)
► After breakfast, we drive to Elsen Tasarkhai
(Elsen Tasarkhai. Discovery of the park with semi-desert steppes, taiga, stunning rocky formations over 80-kilometre (49,71 miles) long sand dunes, which are characteristic of this arid area nicknamed "Mini-Gobi".)
► After lunch at a camp and having some rest, we go for 1-hour camel riding (sand sledding and hiking are optional)
► In the evening, we return the ger-camp to have our dinner and rest.
► B/F: Camp L: Camp D: Camp O/N: Ger camp
► Elsen Tasarkhai - Ulaanbaatar - Tsonjin Boldog (Distance: 340km, Time: 6h 30min)
► After breakfast, we head to Tsonjin Boldog. En route, we pass by Ulaanbaatar city (Dictance: 280km, 5h)
(Genghis Khan Equestrian Statue: Part of the Genghis Khan Statue Complex is a 131-foot (40 m) tall statue of Genghis Khan on horseback, on the bank of the Tuul River at Tsonjin Boldog (54 km (33.55 mi) east of the Mongolian capital Ulaanbaatar), where according to legend, he found a golden whip. The statue is symbolically pointed east towards his birthplace.)
► After having lunch in Ulaanbaatar, we move forward to Tsonjin Boldog (Distance: 60km, 1h 30min)
► In the evening, we check-in to a ger-camp to have dinner and rest.
► B/F: Camp L: Local food D: Camp O/N: Ger camp
► Tsonjin Boldog - Terelj NP (Distance: 50km, 1-2h)
► After breakfast, we explore the tourist attractions in Terelj including rockpiles, Turtle Rock, and Aryabal Monastery
(Turtle Rock: "Melkhii Khad” or Turtle Rock, is a surprising granitic formation, 24 metres (79 feet) high, whose form reminds of a turtle. Its old name was Mungut Khad. Located at the foothills of a mountain covered of pines, this rocky formation is incontestably a photo opportunity while you’re on the road for Terelj.)
(Aryabal is a Buddhist God who listens to all the prayers of humankind and releases humankind from suffering. It was built in the shape of an elephant’s head. The number 108 is an auspicious number in Buddhism. Therefore the stairs leading to the temple consist of 108 steps and symbolizes the elephant’s elongated trunk. Moreover, signs with 144 Buddhist teachings, written in English and Mongolian, lined the sides of the path to the temple.)
► After lunch, we go for 1-hour horseback riding in a beautiful natural landscape
► In the evening, we check-in to a ger-camp to have dinner and rest.
► B/F: Camp L: Camp D: Camp O/N: Ger camp
►After breakfast, our guide escorts you to Chinggis Khaan International Airport and that concludes our wonderful tour.
(Don't forget to check your belongings before you leave the hotel)
► B/F: Ger camp L: D: O/N:
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Inclusions
- All transfers for arrival/departure
- English speaking tour guide at all times (Other languages upon request)
- All transfer & Transportation + experienced drivers
- 7 nights’ accommodation;
- Good 4* hotel in the city – 1 nights, based on double/twin.
- Ger camps in countryside trip – 6 nights on share
- All the meals as listed in the itinerary: Breakfast - 7, Lunch - 7, Dinner – 7
- “Wonders of Mongolian Art” performance with Tumen-Ekh ensemble
- Internal flights, free luggage allowance is 15kg
- All sightseeing and entrance fees are mentioned as program,
- Road & toll fees
- Visa invitation letter if required,
- Complementary drink water during the tour
- Camping equipments
- Museums and cultural performance
- Included all taxes
- Visa to Mongolia (Get in advance)
- International flights & Mongolia visa fees
- Hotel early check-in and late check-out
- Tipping and other personal expenses
- Other services not mentioned in the itinerary
- Excess luggage charges – 1.5$ per kg for internal flights,
- Personal equipments
- Alcoholic drinks
- Sleeping bag
- Optional activity cost
- Single room supplement