Central Mongolia Highlights Tour

This 9-day private Mongolian tour is highlighted by the incredible Gobi Desert and national parks. Be amazed by the various landscapes, be a herder for one day, stay overnights in gar camps and visit the ancient capital of Mongol Empire Karakorum, all of which will make your Central Mongolia tour stand out as one of your best vacations.

Itinerary

Day 1: Ulaanbaatar Arrival, Airport Pick-up

Stop At: Ulaanbaatar, Ulaanbaatar
Upon your arrival at the airport, your guide and the driver will receive you timely and warmly. Then, transfer you to the hotel to check-in and unpack the luggage.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Gandantegchinlen Monastery, Ulaanbaatar 16040, Mongolia
Later, you will visit Gandan Monastery, a Tibetan Buddhism temple. The most famous part of it is the gilded Buddhist Statue with a height of 26 meters (85 feet). The temple is also the biggest gathering venue for the Buddhists in Mongolia.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Sukhbaatar, Sukhbaatar, Selenge Province
After that, have a walk at the Sukhbaatar Square in city center. The National Palace stands alongside; in addition, many national celebrations and events are held here, so it can be considered as the “heart” of the country.

At night, you will be invited to a welcome dinner with characteristic local singing and dancing performance.
Duration: 3 hours

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Accommodation included: Ramada Hotel (4 stars) or similar

Day 2: Elsen Tasarhai Sand Dunes

Stop At: Elsen Tasarkhai, Mongolia
Today you will travel out of Ulaanbaatar to explore Elsen Tasarkhai, also called Bayan Gobi, which is 280 kilometers (175 miles) west to Ulaanbaatar. It is a spectacular oasis in the desert. Here, you can hike around the ancient Mongolians did for 1 hour through the dunes and oasis.
Duration: 6 hours

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Accommodation included: Ger camp

Day 3: Tsenkher Hot Spring, Khangai Mountains

Stop At: Tsenkher Hot Spring, Tsenkher, Tsetserleg 65190 Mongolia
After breakfast, continue to Tsenkher Hot Spring. The temperature of the spring at the outlet is up to 86.5 ℃ (187.7 ℉). You will have a comfortable bathing at the nearby Mongolian camps where the spring water is lowered to a comfortable temperature. Around the hot spring is Khangai Mountains covered with luxuriant green forest, and your guide will accompany you to enjoy a hiking there.
Duration: 6 hours

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Accommodation included: Duut Resort

Day 4: Karakorum & Erdene Zuu Monastery

Stop At: Kharkhorin, Ovorkhangai, Mongolia
In the morning, move on to Karakorum by car with your guide and the driver. It was the capital of Genghis Khan. In the middle 13th century, it was the world’s center.

You will also visit the museum of Karakorum to know more about the stories of the ancient city and Genghis Khan.
Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Erdene Zuu Monastery, Kharkhorin 62090 Mongolia
Then pay a visit to the Erdene Zuu Monastery. Built in 16th century beside the Karakorum, it is the most ancient temple in Mongolia with 108 Buddhist pagodas. It would be unforgettable to listen to the monks chanting Buddhist sutras here.
Duration: 3 hours

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Accommodation included: Munkh Tenger Ger Camp

Day 5: Hustai National Park (Wild Horse Park)

Stop At: Hustai National Park, Ulaanbaatar 13 Mongolia
Today you will explore the Hustai National Park. There is a Wild Horse Museum inside, where we can know more about the national park and the wild horses. Later, the guide will escort you to go hiking in the park.
Duration: 6 hours

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Accommodation included: Tourist Ger Camp

Day 6: Terelj National Park

Stop At: Gorkhi-Terelj National Park, # 101 Apartment 203, 15th Khoroo, Khan-Uul disctrict, Ulaanbaatar Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar 17011 Mongolia
Transfer you to visit the Terelj National Park. Along the way, you can appreciate the unique scenery in prairie. Upon arrival, the guide will lead you to hike around to admire the lush forest, green grassland, various rock formations including the famous Turtle Rock and historical heritages like temples, during which we will also encounter horses, sheep, and other wild animals.
Duration: 6 hours

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Accommodation included: Terelj Lodge Ger Camp

Day 7: Be a Herder for One Day

Stop At: Gorkhi-Terelj National Park, # 101 Apartment 203, 15th Khoroo, Khan-Uul disctrict, Ulaanbaatar Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar 17011 Mongolia
Your guide will accompany you to visit a local herder’s family and stay there for this whole day. You will have a chance to herd and milk cows and sheep, collect dungs to make a fire, make traditional Mongolian food, including dairy products like Aaruul (dried milk curds). After dinner, go back to the tourist camp for overnight stay.
Duration: 7 hours

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Accommodation included: Terelj Lodge Ger Camp

Day 8: Genghis Khan's Statue Complex - Ulaanbaatar

Stop At: Genghis Khan Statue Complex, Tsonjin Boldog, Ulaanbaatar Mongolia
After breakfast, drive you back to Ulaanbaatar with a stopover at the world's largest Genghis Khan's Statue Complex.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Ulaanbaatar, Ulaanbaatar
On arrival in Ulaanbaatar, your guide will lead you to the Zaishan Hill Memorial to enjoy a bird's eye view of the whole city. The rest of the day is free for you.
Duration: 2 hours

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Accommodation included: Ramada Hotel (4 stars) or similar

Day 9: Ulaanbaatar Departure

Stop At: Ulaanbaatar, Ulaanbaatar
Your tour will come to an end today with the airport see-off service.
Duration: 1 hour

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No accommodation included on this day.

Informacion Adicional
"A minimum of 2 people per booking is required"
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"A current valid passport is required on the day of travel"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability"



Horário de Início: 09:00 AM
Duração: 9 Days
Ponto de partida: Traveler pickup is offered
Pick you up at the airport in Ulaanbaatar.

Airports

• Buyant Uhaa Airport, Ulaanbaatar Mongolia

Cancelamentos e reembolsos: All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Incluído

• Hotel accommodation based on twin-sharing room
• Private English-speaking tour guides
• Transport by air-conditioned vehicle with experienced driver
• Internal flights as mentioned in the itinerary.
• All government applicable taxes and service charges.
• 8x Breakfast
• 7x Dinner
• 7x Lunch
• Accommodation included: 8 nights
• Entry/Admission - Elsen Tasarkhai
• Entry/Admission - Genghis Khan Statue Complex
• Entry/Admission - Erdene Zuu Monastery
• Entry/Admission - Hustai National Park
• Entry/Admission - Gorkhi-Terelj National Park
• Entry/Admission - Tsenkher Hot Spring

Não Incluído

• Gratuities to guides and drivers (recommended)
• Mongolia visa fees
• International flight into and out Ulaanbaatar.
• Service supplement during the Naadam Festival in July.

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