Religious Tour

Buddhist temples & inner meditation tour 10 days

Dear travelers

People with religious interests will have their hands full because there are many temples or sanctuary sites to visit. Mongolia the land of spiritual people live close to nature, all their life beloved to animal husbandry and apart from festivals, the Mongolian culture, folk tale and food and rituals are also famous.
To enjoy the experience of Buddhist religious tours are the best effort to enjoy the spiritual silence and inner organizing. The culture, tradition and rich history reveal the Mongolia.
This tour package is chained in monuments, temples, monastery, mountains, national parks and wildlife sanctuaries. This tour is the best way to have an exquisite experience with your loved one.

Duration: 8 nights/ 9 days
Tour style: moderate
Days available: June to September middle

Itinerary:

Day1. Ulaanbaatar city tour
Upon your arrival at Mongolian international airport Incredible Mongolian crew will pick up you and transfer to centrally located hotel. After accommodating at the hotel capital city orientation tour will start. Visit to “Sukhbaatar main square” where 13th century memorial complex then drive to Mongolian Buddhist religious center “Gandan” monastery where 27 meters tall standing golden “Janaraisag” Buddha and monks live chanting ceremony. For your historical knowledge “Mongolian National history museum” is another important place before discovering Mongolia.  In the lunch you will enjoy Mongolian traditional meal at restaurant. Stay at hotel. (L)

Day2. Khogno Khan Mountain
In the morning drive towards Mongolian fascinating landscape of sand dunes and granite rock Mountain Khogno Khaan. In the mountain there is 17th century small monastery Erdene Khambiin Khiid, get introduced with its history. You can hike in that scenic silent area and discover by your own.  Stay overnight in Mongolian traditional felt dwelling camp. (B, L, D)

Day3. Karakorum -ancient capital city of GREAT MONGOLIAN EMPIRE
Today your trip will head to Karakorum; Mongolian former capital city of Chinggis Khaan’s great empire in 13th century. Visit to 13th century museum and 16th century Erdene Zuu Monastery, discover a vast religious complex surrounded by 108 stupas which was established on the ruins where Karakorum was. Stay overnight in ger camp near Mongolian historical river Orkhon. (B, L, D)

Day4. Tuvkhun Khiid - in the middle of spirituality
Early in the morning drive to Tuvkhun monastery locates in spiritual area- convenient for meditation and holy art creation which actually it is, on the flattened ground of south slope of steep rock within ever green forest range. In 2004, it has protected as the world heritage by UNESCO.
In 1653, Tuvkhun Khiid was built at the initiative of 1st reincarnation of Bogd Javzundamba Khtugtu who was Chinggiss Khan’s golden generation and head of Buddhist religion of Mongolia. His honorable name is Undur Gegeen Zanabazar means Saint Zanabazar, he was Mongolian famous sculptor, painter, philosopher, architect and linguist and has created his world famous masterworks in the Tuvkun Khiid.
Need to walk in pretty long way to reach holy monastery through forest. There can discover more sanctuaries.
Afternoon drive to Ulaan Tsutgalan Waterfall in Bat Ulziit unit, Uvurkhangai Province then relaxes there. (B, L, D)

Day5. Tsenher hot Spa
After breakfast drive to Tsenkher hot spa in the downhill of fascinating green forested hills in Tsenkher unit, Arkhangai province, Mongolia. On the way convenient for nomadic family visit and explore the way of living, culture. The area is rich in yaks, horses and nomads. This famous healthy spa is rich in minerals. Tourist camp where you stay offers hot spa pool and shower for your trip comfort and satisfaction. Stay overnight in ger camp. (B, L, D)

Day6. Ugii Lake
Drive to Ugii Lake, it has 27 square. Km, locates on the territory of Arkhangai province. This lake is rich by 14 species of fresh water fishes belong to the North Atlantic Ocean and rare water birds. Ugii Lake is very convenient place for boat tour adventure and fishing. Stay overnight in tour camp. (B, L, D)

Day7. Elsen tasarkhai- sand dune
Drive to a Mongolian fascinating landscape of grassy steppe and sand dunes, towards the majestic Mongol Els sand dunes. The panoramic vistas from the dunes will give an unforgettable travel impression about Mongolia’s Gobi like area. Great opportunity of Bactrian camel ride tour for an hour through the golden sand dunes. Spend evening hiking and exploring dunes enjoy sun setting. Stay overnight in Mongolian traditional felt dwelling camp. (B, L, D)

Day8. Return to Ulaanbaatar- free time.
Today the trip will head to Ulaanbaatar. Accommodate at the hotel. After refreshing or relaxing at the hotel your private crew will meet again. We are recommending in your Mongolian travel free time shops where Mongolian nation approved style of souvenirs, leather goods, cashmere, and wool products are available for favorite purchases. Evening enjoy mongolian folklore performance. (B, L, D)

Day9. Departure
For your international departure IM team have private transfer to Chinggis Khan international airport. End of the tour. (B)

B- Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner

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Tour features:
	Included in the price:		Excluded in the cost:
6 days accommodation in tourist ger camps 2 nights at hotel in UB Professional experienced English speaking guide Private transfer around whole trip and experienced driver Meals as listed National Parks entrance fees, monasteries, museum tickets One hour Camel riding trial. Supply of bottled pure water during the trip 1 hour boat criuse		International airfare, train ticket Travel Insurance, visa fee to Mongolia Optional activity cost Personal expenses including laundry, beverage, and extra meals not mentioned in itinerary, telephone call unit, alcohol.  Single room supplemen