Land Of Nomads & Legends Grand Tour
tour overview
If you have limited time, want to visit Mongolia, this 6-day holiday fits the bill perfectly. The well-planned itinerary makes the most of your time with private transfers between the 3 different locations already booked for you. You'll also have free time, so can be as active or restful as you wish.
Kharakhorum is Mongolian ancient capital city and was founded in 1220 in Orkhon Valley. As strategically, it was positioned at the crossroads of the Silk Road. It was from there that the Mongol Empire governed, until Khubilai Khaan moved it to Beijing. As historically, it was initiated by Chingis Kaan and started to build in 1220 and his son Ogedei Khaan completed it. But it was served a capital city of Mongolian Empire only 40 years. Today the symbolic ruins of the first Buddhist monastery in Mongolia Erdene Zuu left which was built on the ground of the Kharakhorum in 1586. Interesting historical fact is in 1253 the French sculptor Guillaume Bouchier designed and built the most famous fountain in the city. The fountain was in the shape of a huge silver tree, which simultaneously dispensed mare's milk from silver lion's heads, and wine, rice wine from four golden spouts shaped. On top of the tree was an angel. Also there were many craftsmen and traders brought back to the city from all over conquered states and as democratic rule, both Mongolians and foreigners were legally equal right to live in the city.
Hustai National Park is operating to conserve ecosystems, biodiversity of the park and historical stone monuments, build up takhi population in the wildlife, in other part, to develop eco tourism and support the local sustainable livelihoods in the buffer zone of the park since it was established in 2003.
Terelj National Park is about 50km north-east of Ulaanbaatar, is a deservedly popular destination. At 1600m, the area is cool and the alpine scenery is magnificent, and there are great opportunities for hiking, rock climbing and horse riding.
Ulaanbaatar is located on the bank of Tuul River and is surrounded in four mountains which are part of the beautiful Khentii Mountain Range. It is the main hub for travels to any destinations. UB, as Mongolian capital city, is home to over 1.3 million residents and while the population consists mainly of ethnic Mongolians.
With so much seen in just 6 days this is a great introduction to the mysterious and undiscovered land that is Mongolia and this all adds up to a hugely rewarding holiday and you'll come away not just with many happy memories but also with some new found skills and knowledge.
tour itinerary
DAY 1. ULAANBAATAR
This tour begins with your arrival in the capital. You will be met by your guide at the international airport of UB and transferred to UB Hotel. In the afternoon, after a lunch, you will enjoy a leisurely time of sightseeing around UB and visit to the Gandan Monastery and the National History Museum where presents our history and culture from prehistoric to the present day. Early evening after sightseeing program, we invite you a welcome dinner at a restaurant. You stay overnight at hotel.
Accommadtion: Hotel
Meals:
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DAY 2. HUSTAI NATIONAL PARK
We head out of the city early this morning to Hustai NP which serves as a breeding centre for Takhi re-introduction programmes throughout Mongolia and the Central Asian Steppe. Takhi is the world's last truly wild horse and is critically endangered. On the way we'll visit and watch traditional custom show at Mongol Nomadic Camp. Overnight stay at Ger camp.
Accommadtion: Ger Camp
Meals:
B
L
D
DAY 3. KHARKHORUM
Today you head north-west to an ancient capital city Kharkhorum. The drive is a scenic one and takes 5 hours. There are several stops on the way and you'll arrive at the camp in time for drinks and lunch. Early afternoon we will arrive in Kharakhorum and visit Erdenezuu Monastery. After it we will visit Karakhorum Museum. Overnight stay at Ger camp.
Accommadtion: Ger Camp
Meals:
B
L
D
DAY 4. TERELJ NATIONAL PARK
Morning check out from the Ger camp and we'll drive to Terelj National Park on the way we'll have a lunch at tourist camp near Elsen Tasarkhai sand dunes. Terelj National Park where you'll spend another night is located right in the middle of the Khentii Mountain Range. Settle into your room at a traditional Ger (yurt) tourist camp in Terelj. Early afternoon, we'll visit to a local nomadic family and experience traditional dairy products and horse ride (optional) to interesting natural rock formulation named as a Turtle Rock. Family style dinner served in the evening.
Accommadtion: Ger Camp
Meals:
B
L
D
DAY 5. ULAANBAATAR
This morning you will leave Terelj NP and drive to Ulaanbaatar on the way before lunch we'll visit the biggest statue of Chinggis Kaan near the park. Upon you arrival in UB, you have 1-2 hour relaxation time at your hotel, we'll go to Gobi cashmere shop and antique/souvenir shop (optional). Early evening, after enjoyed by traditional folksong and dance performance, we'll invite you to a farewell dinner and later on give you a time to prepare for your departure.
Accommadtion: Hotel
Meals:
B
L
D
DAY 11. DEPARTURE
After breakfast you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight and our service ends.
holiday information
What's included
Full services of guide and driver
- Full services of both guide and driver
- 5 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
- Drinking water throughout tour
- All transport ( minibus or 4WD)
- National park/reserves entrance fees
- All nights' accommodation including hotel in UB
- All others indicated in program
What's not included
- Visa
- Hotel refreshments
- Travel insurance
- Airplane ticket and taxes
- Excess baggage charges
- Daily personal expenses