Discover True Mongolia (with flight)

Arrival in Ulaanbaatar, our guide and driver will meet us at the airport and aid with check-in at the central hotel. The remainder of the day is for you to get over jet lag and take a good rest before your wonderful journey across Mongolia. Hotel in Ulaanbaatar is not included in the package. You can check suggested hotels here.

The city tour of Ulaanbaatar takes you through some of the principal sights of this unique city. You visit the Gandan Monastery, housing a 26 meter high gilded statue of the Buddha. Welcome lunch in a Mongolian restaurant. Your tour also takes you to the Genghis Khan monument on the Sukhbaatar square and the Museum of National History. Then we visit Bogd Khan's palace museum and Zaisan Memorial hill. Hotel in Ulaanbaatar is not included in the package. You can check suggested hotels here. 

Meet in the hotel lobby and we start our big Mongolian tour this morning and head to the north to magnificent Amarbayasgalant monastery. Stop for lunch at Darkhan town, second largest city of the country. We arrive and transfer to tourist ger camp near the renowned monastery in the late afternoon. Ger camp L+D

After breakfast we visit beautiful Amarbayasgalant monastery to take part in the morning chants and meet the monks, then head to the north toward Lake Huvsgul, break our journey in picturesque Uran Togoo mountain in Bulgan province in the northern Mongolia. Ger camp B+L+D

3-4 hours of driving to the north to the Lake Huvsgul that is called “Mother Ocean” by the locals, enjoy hiking around the lake. We spend the night at friendly Toilogt ger camp by the lake. Ger camp B+L+D

This day is spent leisurely, activities and sightseeing on Lake Huvsgul and its surroundings - admire the inspiring beauty of Lake Huvsgul on a panoramic drive to Mt.Khyasaa, visit the Tsaatans "Reindeer people" and enjoy a 2 hour kayaking. Optional horse riding, fishing etc  Ger camp B+L+D

Today we drive a path southwards, passing Moren and continuing into the astounding Khangai Mountains. We make the five to six hour passage to the Jargalant Hot Springs, crossing the Tsagaan Burgas (White Bush) Pass on your way.We break our journey in Jargalant Hot Springs. Relax at hot springs spa. Ger camp B+L+D

A short drive today brings you into the volcanic surrounds of Lake Terkhiin Tsagaan - the 'Great White Lake'. We visit local nomadic family on our way to the lake. The lake lies calmly in the arms of tall hills, its water extremely clear and lined with long sand beaches. Ger camp B+L+D

Breakfast and we drive to Tsenkher hot springs with a stop in lovely Tsetserleg town to visit the Zay Bandida monastery museum and have lunch. Then continue the drive for 1.5hrs, arrive at the Tsenkher hot springs in the evening. Have dinner and enjoy hot bath before going to bed. Ger camp B+L+D

Today, we head toward to Karakorum - the ancient capital of Mongolia. Arrive in Karakorum and we visit legendary monastery Erdene Zuu, the biggest Buddhist monastery in Central Mongolia founded in 1586. Visit Karakorum museum. Optional visit to town bazaar and then Khaadiin Khoshoo on the hill to have a great view of Orkhon river valley. Ger camp B+L+D

Today we drive to the Great Gobi desert with the break visiting the Ongi monastery, which is related to 18th century. Visit nomadic family ger in the morning. Have picnic lunch on the way in a scenic spot. Visit to Ongi monastery ruins, optional walk. Transfer to tourist ger camp, full board and overnight at the ger camp. Ger camp B+L+D

Today we visit the Bayanzag- the Flaming Cliffs in Mongolian fashion - on the back of a camel or alternatively by foot or car. You can even find real dinosaur bones and eggs yourself! An optional short camel ride around the red cliffs. Ger camp B+L+D

The drive to the dunes at Khongoriin takes between 3 and 4 hours. Visit the beautiful sand dunes and the Khongor river streaming through the sands, camel riding along the Khongor sand dunes etc. Ger camp B+L+D

Today we drive through the Gobi Gurvan Saikhan Park  stopping for photography and possibly lunch along the way. Transfer to ger camp, dinner and overnight. Ger camp B+L+D

Today, we say goodbye to the drivers and catch flight to Ulaanbaatar. Arrive and drive directly to Gun-Galuut nature reserve in the valley of the Kherlen River across the green steppes via Giant Genghis monument. Arrive and check at eco friendly Steppe Nomads ger camp (Certificate of Excellence 2013 by Tripadvisor.com) Ger camp B+L+D

Gun-Galuut is a home to many endangered species including the Argali wild mountain sheep and many more. We hike or enjoy some optional horse ride 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. Moreover, we will enjoy a presentation about Mongolian Ger dwelling with a Ger construction show on one of the days. Optional fishing or kayaking on the river Kherlen. Ger camp B+L+D

After breakfast we drive to Terelj National park. Visit Aryapala temple, a temple of meditation and Turtle rock. Optional hiking, horse riding or archery at the park.  Ger camp B+L+D

After breakfast we drive back to Ulaanbaatar and transfer to the hotel. Optional souvenir and cashmere shopping if you wish. Enjoy traditional folklore concert by the magical Tumen Ekh ensemble. Farewell dinner. Hotel in Ulaanbaatar is not included in the package. You can check suggested hotels here. B+L+D

Transfer to the airport after breakfast. Say goodbye to Mongolia