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Dreaming of horse riding in Mongolia? Imagine yourself galloping on a Mongolian sturdy steed under the cobalt blue skies! This epic Mongolia horse trekking tour will take you to the Central Mongolia highlights on Mongolian horses, those once made Genghis Khan and his soldiers' world journey possible. The UNESCO world heritage site Orkhon river valley and Central Mongolia is a cradle for numerous nomadic empires through the centuries and one of the best places in Mongolia for horse riding. During the trek you will ride in various terrains from hilly steppes to mountains with the most spectacular views. You will start your horse trek at Lake Ugii and make your way to the Orkhon Waterfalls visiting some of the most important sites in Central Mongolia including the ancient capital Karakorum, Erdene Zuu, Tuvkhun and Shankh monasteries, and some random nomadic families to witness the renowned Mongolian hospitality and generosity of nomads.
The horse trek is fully supported and suitable for all levels of riders from novices to advanced riders - our horses are energetic and not lazy, and our guides are experienced and effervescent! Let's ride in the beautiful steppes under the blue skies of Mongolia
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Style: Adventure
Tour grade: Moderate
Duration: 15 days / 14 nights
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* Duration of the
trip can be changed to suit your needs.
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Horse Tour dates for
2013:
Jun 21 - Jul 5,
Jul 12 - 26,
Aug 2 - 16.
Land only price 2013: per person |
| Group
size |
USD |
| 4
pax |
2750 |
| 5-6
pax |
2450 |
| 7-10
pax |
2450 |
Discount conditions:
. For children of family trip . Courier bringing
min 3 pax
. More attractive prices for groups of 12 and
more people! More! Included
in the price:
. Accommodation in
double/twin occupancy (hotel, ger camps, tent)
. Guiding and interpreting service
. Private transfers with comfortable vehicle equipped with AC
. Full support during the horse trek . All meals according
to the itinerary . Sightseeing and cultural
show admissions according to the itinerary
. Entrance fees for protected areas and national
parks . Horse riding fees with riding saddle
+ bridle and a horse keeper for every 3-4 pax
. Cook for camping days . Return ticket
confirmation Not included:
. International Airfare + Tax . Travel
insurances . Gratuities
Note: Single Supplement is available
at 350 USD. |
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1 |
Arrival
in Ulaanbaatar, meet at the airport and transfer to a centrally located, excellent 3* hotel. Deal with jetlag, rest. |
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| Day
2 |
Ulaanbaatar city sightseeing - Lake Ugii . City tour: Gandan monastery, the
museum of National History and the Sukhbaatar Square. Welcome lunch, then drive to the lake Ugii, transfer to ger camp. Rest. |
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3-5 |
Horse riding from lake Ugii to ancient capital Karakorum. We will have 3 wonderful days of horse ride in the green valley of Central Mongolia and reach karakorum on Day 5 in the afternoon, we will visit the 6th century Turkic monuments, legendary Erdene Zuu Monastery and the museum of Karakorum in Karakorum. tent camping under starry skies. |
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| Day
6-8 |
Horse treks from Karakorum to Tuvkhun monastery via Shankh monastery. Continue
the horse riding in the lush green valley of the legendary river Orkhon - a UNESCO world heritage site. We will stop at Shankh monastery and meet monks and locals, and the Tuvkhun monastery in the mountains.Tent camping. |
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| Day
9-11 |
Horse trekking to the Orkhon Waterfalls & Leisure day. We will have another wonderful 2 days horse riding before having a lesire day at the beautiful Orkhon Waterfalls, where we will enjoy swimming and fishing etc. Tent. |
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| Day
12-13 |
Toward Ulaanbaatar. We start heading back to Ulaanbaatar after our amazing horse treks in the Orkhon River Valley & Central Mongolia. We will visit the Mongol Els sand dunes and Hustai National Park, where we will view the world's last wild horse species the Takhi. |
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14 |
Ulaanbaatar sightseeing etc. We will make our way from Hustai to Ulaanbaatar today, visit the Bogd Khan's Palace Museum and Buddha Park. Enjoy a traditional folk concert and farewell dinner. Hotel. |
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| Day
15 |
Departure. Transfer
to the airport after breakfast. |
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The
city of Karakorum: In 1220 great Chinggis
Khaan declared it as the capital city of his
vast Empire. Today there are many interesting
sites left to visit; the legendary turtle rock
sculptures, Buddhist stupas and the ruins of
this once great city to name a few. Erdenezuu
- the 1st Buddhist monastery in Mongolia was
established in 1586. Today Erdenezuu monastery
still shows its glory with collections of many
priceless religious objects and incredibly beautiful
Mongolian arts. It has a massive square wall,
420 meters in length each side, 108 Stupas &
17 temples.
Khangai Mountains introduction
The Khangai Mountain Range is Mongolia's watershed, the source of the mighty Selenge River that flows northwards into Lake Baikal. Its picturesque alpine scenery rises swiftly from the surrounding pastureland, with the highest peak, Otgontenger (13,000 feet), under perpetual snow and glacial ice. The range is reputed to hold a wealth of undiscovered gems and minerals - let's hope that they, and the landscape, remain undisturbed by the western world.
Hustai
National Park is the place where the
wild Takhi- Przewalski horses have lived peacefully
since 1993 when they were reintroduced to their
native land Mongolia. Here we are able to see
and photograph these beautiful wild horses at
pasture and Red Deer, Wolf, Asian Marmot, various
species of waterfawls and prey birds etc., as
well.
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Useful
information for Horseback riding in Mongolia:
Mongolia horseback riding is wonderful, words
are not enough to explain this fantastic adventure
of horseback trek, horseback ride and horseback
trekking in Mongolia. The country is rich in
excellent Mongolia horseback trails and people
go for horseback riding treks a lot in Mongolia.
Take part in our fantastic Mongolia horseback
tours and trips.
Mongolian horses and Mongolian horse
culture: Mongolia is one of the greatest
lands of horse riding tours and horse trekking.
There are more than 2.5 million horses in Mongolia.
The best way to discover any wonders is on horseback
riding in Mongolia. Mongolian horses are ponies
by European standards, with a shoulder height
of less than 1.5 m. However, they are very strong,
with amazing stamina. Mongolian horse riding
utilities and decorations are very special in
the world. So it becomes traditional wonderful
heritage. Most people imagine Mongolia with
skillful Mongolian horse riders and wonderful
Mongolian horse. In countryside nomadic children
learn to ride horse since 3 years old often
and take part in horse race competition. Mongolians
respect the horse very much and horse is one
of the best symbols of good luck. All Mongolians
like to ride horse and enjoy them very much.
You can be one of us in Mongolia too. Selena
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horseback trekking or horse riding tours. Horse
riding tours will be organized in the Khentii
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Northern Mongolia, and highlighted Western Mongolia
or in all of the parts of Mongolia. You can
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| Hills
over hills you will see more and more picturesque
scenery that makes your trip unforgettable |
| Crossing
the river on your horse is the most exciting and
challenging experience |
| After
a mini horserace with local young horsemen. Good
horses, good riders- shall we race again? |
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