Discover True Mongolia | Whole Mongolia Extensive Tour

Mongolia, this mysterious country of eternal blue skies is well known to the world for its glorious ancient histroy, unique culture and arts, indigenous species of wildlife, untouched beautiful landscapes of diverse terrain: foresty mountains, hilly steppes, the Gobi Desert and the hospitable nomadic people. This fantastic trip is specially designed to bring you all these unique Mongolian features. Travelling in overland style you will visit the magnificent Amarbayasgalant monastery, the crystal clear Lake Huvsgul at the beautiful Horidol saridag mountains and the Tsaatan - Reindeer riders, the picturesque Khorgo-Terkh National Park and the ancient capital at Karakorum. The next half of the trip takes you to the Gobi Desert - one of the most mysterious places on earth and its wonderful sites: the Ongi monastery ruins, Bayanzag the Flaming Cliffs, the Khongor sand dunes and the Yoliin Am. And from the Gobi we drive to the north through the steppes to visit the Tsagaan Suvarga natural formations and the Baga Gazariin Chuluu mountains and reach the amazing Gun-Galuut Nature Reserve - a home to endangered wildlife and other sites on the way. Landscape and cultural sightseeing blend easily in Mongolia - you will have the chance to visit families of nomads, remote Buddhist monasteries and traditional events, and to take part in horse-riding or guided walking if you wish - there are also endless opportunities for photography. Discover the real Mongolia!

Style: Traveller
Tour grade: Easy
Duration: 21 days/20 nights *

* Duration of the trip can be changed to suit your needs.

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Tour dates for 2010/2011:
May 31 - June 20;
June 21 - July 11 (Can be extended with Naadam Festival);
July 13 - Aug 2,
Aug 7 - 27; Aug 29 - Sep 18 (Includes the Nomads' Day festival);

Land only price 2010: per/person

Group size

USD

3-4 pax

2650

5-8 pax

2500

9-12 pax

2250

Low Season Discounts

May, Jun, Sep

5% discounts

Discount conditions:
• For children of family trip
• 1 free space for every 16 PAX
• Courier briging min 3 pax
• More attractive prices for groups of 12 and more people! More!

Included in the price:
• Accommodation in hotel (twin), ger camps (twin/triple sharing)
• Guiding and interpreting service
• 4WD cozy minivan(s) + driver with fuel, lubricants and maintenance
• All meals according to the itinerary
• Sightseeing and cultural show admissions according to the itinerary
• 0.5 day camel ride in the Gobi
• 0.5 day horse riding in Huvsgul
• 0.5 day kayaking in Huvsgul
• Supply of bottled water, daily
• Entrance fees for protected areas and national parks
• Visa support if needed
• Return ticket confirmation

Not included:
Visa cost, International Airfare, Travel insurance, Optional activities and Gratuities.

Note:
- Single supplement is available at 360 USD.

Day 1	Arrival in Ulaanbaatar, city sightseeing: Arrival in Ulaanbaatar, our guide and driver will meet us at the airport and aid with check-in at the central hotel. We take a tour of the city, including the Gandan Buddhist Monastery, Museum of Mongolian National History and Genghis Monument on the Sukhbaatar Square. L	H
Day 2-4	Ulaanbaatar – Amarbayasgalant - Bulgan - Moren. This morning we drive to the north toward Lake Huvsgul, break our journey in magnificent Amarbayasgalant monastery and the picturesque Bulgan province in the northern Mongolia. On Day 4 we continue the drive through the forest mountains of northern Mongolia to Moren, a small town in the north. B+L+D	Gc
Day 5-7	Lake Huvsgul - Moren - Jargalant. A 4 hour drive north takes us to the shores of Lake Huvsgul, called “Mother Ocean” by the locals. We spend the night at friendly Toilogt ger camp by the lake. Day 6 is spent in leisurely activities and sightseeing on Lake Huvsgul and its surroundings - enjoy a half day of horse ride and visit the Tsaatans "Reindeer people" and a half day of kayaking. We drive to the south toward Karakorum, the ancient capital. B+L+D	Gc
Day 8-10	Jargalant - Khorgo Terkh - Karakorum. A drive south takes us into the lovely Khangai Mountains, passing through the White Bush Pass and stopping photography as we make our way to stunning Lake Terkhiin Tsagaan, surrounded by volcanoes and home to many species of wild bird. We hike to the Khorgo Volcano and other interesting sites in the park. On Day 10 we reach the lost capital of Genghis Khan at Karakorum via lovely Tsetserleg town. B+L+D	Gc
Day 11-13	Karakorum - Ongi - Bayanzag "Flaming Cliffs". We visit the magnificent Erdene Zuu Monastery and its surroundings then drive to the GReat Gobi desert. Visit the Ongi monastery ruins and then reach Bayanzag the Flaming Cliffs - the world famous red cliffs that is a great site for dinosaur remains. B+L+D	Gc
Day 14-16	Bayanzag - Khongor - Yoliin Am - Tsagaan Suvarga. After spending a full leisure day at Bayanzag enjoying some camel ride and visit to a real nomadic camel breeder's we continue our journey to the Khongor sand dunes, the largest and the most beautiful sand dunes of Mongolia, where we have the chance to climb to the top for excellent views of the Gobi, or to walk through the green oasis at the base. Then we visit the stunning Yoliin Am Gorge in the Gobi Gurvan Saikhan national park and hike on the Gobi glacier and view wildlife. Then we drive to the north and stop at the fascinating Tsagaan Suvarga - an ancient inland sea bottom. B+L+D	Gc
Day 17-19	Tsagaan Suvarga - Baga Gazariin Chuluu - Gun-Galuut. We drive through the beautiful Gobi deserts capes to the north and reach Baga Gazariin Chuluu - an interesting granite rock formation in the Middle Gobi. On Day 18 we have a great leisure day in amazing Gun-Galuut, which is located in the valley of the Kherlen River. We hike to Mt. Baits to view the gorgeous Argali mountain sheep and the White Napped Crane, Whooper Swan and other birds. Visit a nomadic family and learn their ways to tend their livestock. Optional fishing or kayaking on the river Kherlen. B+L+D	Gc
Day 20	Gun-Galuut – Ulaanbaatar. Some sightseeing. This morning we drive to Ulaanbaatar and transfer to the hotel. Then we visit the Bogd Khaan’s Palace Museum – the residence of the last king of Mongolia and the Buddha Park. Enjoy a traditional folklore concert and farewell dinner in the evening. B+L+D	H
Day 21	Departure. Transfer to the airport after breakfast. B

Lake Huvsgul - The Blue Pearl of Asia: Lake Huvsgul, the second largest freshwater lake in the world after Lake Baikal in Buryatia, is popular for its pure water, awesome Alpine-like landscapes, wonderful wildlife and the different ethnic people living around it. Lake Huvsgul region is a destination in itself and an entire tour could be devoted to this specific part of Mongolia.

Khorgo-Terkh National Park is one of the most beautiful national parks in Mongolia with its crystal clear Terkh Lake and the Khorgo Volcano. The nature beauty is awesome here and is a great place for hiking, horse riding and relaxing. You can visit the Hell of Yellow Dog, Ice Hole and the Youth Cave that are pretty impressive!

The city of Karakorum: In 1220 great Chinghis 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.

The Gobi Desert is the most mysterious place on earth The Gobi invites you to reveal its secrets. This region is famous for its unique natural formations, many places where you can dig and find real dinosaur fossils, flora and fauna not found anywhere else in the world. There is plenty to photograph- impressive herds of gazelles & sightings of the rare Khulan (Asiatic wild ass).

Bayanzag (Flaming Cliffs) is internationally famous for its fossilized dinosaur remains. Dinosaur nests with eggs were found here as well as whole fossilized skeletons.

The Khongoriin Els sand dunes extend along the northern side of Sevrei and Zuulun mountain ranges. These dunes are 180 km long, 15-20 km wide and up to 200m high. There is a small oasis near Khongoriin gol stream, which flows along the northern edge of the dunes. The scenery here is simply spectacular.

Yoliin Am (Vulture's Gorge) is a narrow valley located in the Zuun Saikhan Mountain range, with thick pieces of ice almost all year around hidden in its depths. This area is home to rare animals such as the Argali (wild sheep) and Ibex as well as Vultures and other large birds.

Gun-Galuut Nature Reserve is truly the marvellous combination of high mountains, colourful flowers, pretty lakes, rivers and wetland waters with full of waterbirds including some rare and endangered species like the Argali wild sheep, Siberian White Cranes, Hooded Cranes, White-Naped Cranes, Whooper Swans etc. Argali Wild Mountain Sheep is rare, endangered species in the world. You can photograph herds of Argali from the closest distance in Baits & Berkh mountains.