Heartland of the steppe tour 7 days

Dear travelers

The trip covers Mongolian grassy hill and vast steppe. The trip is tailored to see horse galloping steppe, Mongolian nomads who have settled with their animals. Mongolian nomads have preserved their unique lifestyle for thousands of years and they are living as old time only in Mongolia. Tourists, traveling in this destination can feel steppe, related history and Mongol nomads.

Itinerary:

Day1. Elsen tasarkhai - golden sand dune
Incredible Mongolian crew will pick up you from your hotel or will meet you in Ulaanbaatar in the morning. Then directly drive to fascinating landscape of Mongolian grassy steppe, sand dunes and mountain towards the majestic Mongol Els sand dunes. The panoramic vistas from the dunes will leave you an unforgettable tour impression about Gobi like area.  There is great opportunity of hiking in dunes and ride Bactrian camel among the golden sand dunes. Stay overnight in Mongolian traditional felt dwelling tour camp. (L, D)

Day2. Karakorum ancient capital city of Great Mongolian Empire
The journey will head to Karakorum- Mongolian 13th century former capital city of Chinggis Khan’s Great Empire. Visit to Great Mongol Empire museum and 16th century Erdene Zuu Buddhist Monastery. Erdene zuu is a vast religious complex surrounded by 108 stupas which was built on the Karakorum ruin. Accommodate and overnight in tour camp near Mongolian famous Orkhon River. (B, L, D)

Day3. Ugii Lake
Today drive to Ugii Lake covers 27 square km territory, locates in Ugii sum, Arkhangai province. This lake is rich by 14 species of fresh water fishes belong to the North Atlantic Ocean and rare birds. Ugii Lake is very convenient for boat tour and fishing. Opportunity to visit Mongolian nomadic family on the way, explore their way of living, culture. Half an hour boat trip is available there. Stay overnight at the ger camp. (B, L, D)

Day4. Hustai national Parks
Next destination is National Park Khustai Nuruu. It is stunning nature area located in mountain ranges of Khustai, in the western side of Uaanbaatar city, Mongolia. Khustai is wonderful place to observe wild life, especially famous Przewalski horse known as Takhi. There are implementing world known successful project for Takhi reintroduction. Get introduced museum, and watch documentary short film. Then drive to see horses. Stay at the tour ger camp. (B, L, D)

Day5. Terelj National Park
After breakfast drive 190 km across Ulaanbaatar city. Terelj National Park is situated in 70 km in the east of UB city, Mongolia. Explore extraordinary formation of rocks and stones, which is some of them looks quite similar with Turtle, person who reading book and others. The Terelj National Park is continuation part of Khenty Mountain Range. The forest consists from aspen, larch and birch, which supporting bear, deer, wolf, wild boar, eagle and others. Free horse back riding tour will be organized during the trip. Stay overnight in tour camp. (B, L, D)

Day6. Return to Ulaanbaatar
On the way back visit to Mongolian Great emperor Chingiss Khan’s statue and get informed 13th century history. Continue driving to capital city and spend free time. In the evening you will enjoy Mongolian traditional folk lore performance including unique throat singing, contortion, and horse head fiddle. Stay at hotel. (B, L, D)

Day7. Departure
For your international departure Incredible Mongolian driver will transfer you to airport or railway station. 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:
5 days accommodation in tourist ger camps 1 night at hotel Professional experienced English speaking guide Private transfer around whole trip and experienced driver Meals as listed National Parks entrance fees, monasteries, museum tickets Horse & Camel riding trial each. Supply of 3 x 0.5 L bottled pure water everyday Half an hour boat trip Traditional folklore performance		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 supplement.