13-DAY Journey to West Mongolia

Embark on a 12-day odyssey through Mongolia's mesmerizing landscapes and cultural treasures. From the bustling streets of Ulaanbaatar to the tranquil shores of Khar Lake, each day offers new adventures and discoveries.

Key info

All year

Dates

West Mongolia

Destination

Overview

Embark on an unforgettable journey across Mongolia, from Ulaanbaatar to the remote beauty of the western regions. This overland adventure explores diverse landscapes, rich history, and authentic nomadic culture.Visit the ancient capital Kharkhorin and the iconic Erdene Zuu Monastery, then experience the dramatic Khorgo Volcano and the serene Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake.Travel further west to discover pristine lakes like Khyargas Lake and Uureg Lake, and experience the unique culture of Kazakh eagle hunters in Bayan-Ulgii.A perfect blend of nature, culture, and adventure — from camel riding to nomadic life experiences.


The package includes:

  • Meals as noted in itinerary (Breakfast-B, Lunch-L, Dinner-D)
  • English speaking guide
  • Accommodations as noted in the itinerary
  • Bottled or filtered water 2servings per day
  • All ground transportation, including airport transfers
  • All sightseeing, events, and visits as noted in the itinerary
  • All entrance fees, service charges, and standard taxes
  • Visit to shaman and nomad families
  • Domestic flights

The package excludes:

  • Travel Insurance
  • Single accommodation (available on request)
  • Round trip airfare and en-route expenses to/from your trip in Mongolia
  • Passport and visa fees
  • Increase in VAT or other tourism taxes, which may occur at any time
  • Excess baggage charges, departure fees, and airport taxes
  • Personal expenses and incidentals, such as phone calls, internet, and laundry
  • Trip cancellation, travel delay, and baggage loss insurance
  • Charges incurred as a result of delays beyond the control
  • Gratuities for trip leaders, local guides, drivers, porters, and other staff

Itinerary

Arrival in Ulaanbaatar

Day 1 Arrival in Ulaanbaatar

Juulchin World Tours professional team will meet and greet you at airport. After checking in, we visit living winter palace of our last religious and political leader Bogd Jevtsundamba. Then visit Zaisan memorial a Soviet era monument for second world war. Also, this hill is great look out for Ulaanbaatar City. Enjoy welcome dinner at local restuarant and get ready for our Mongolian adventure ahead.

Bayangobi, Khugnu Khan NP

Day 2

Our journey to Western Mongolia begins as we head to Khugnu Khan National Park. Before leaving UB, we visit Gandan Monastery and get blessing for our journey. After 5-6 hour of driving, we arrive at Khugnu Khan NP where Gobi sand dunes, Khangai Mountains lies side by side. Here we visit camel breeding family and ride camels on Mongol Sand dunes.

The Kharkhorin city

Day 3

Today we visit Kharkhorin once a capital of great Mongolian Empire, later become capital of Mongolian Buddhism, now a modest town with 11thousand residents. Here we explore 15th century Erdenezuu Monastery, afterwards learn the history of Mongolian Empire by visiting Harhorin Museum, then meet with local artist to studay Calligraphy of traditional Mongolian Script. Then we continue our journey further to Tsehner Hot Springs.

Khorgo Crater, Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake

Day 4

This morning we continue further by driving to Tsetserleg city. After visiting Arkhangai province museum and Zaya Gegeen Monastery we continue to Terkh White Lake, where we’ll stay the night. Along the way stop by Taikhar rock and Chuluut river canyon.

Khar Lake

Day 5

Deeper into west as we explore further to Ulaagchin Har Lake, located in the middle of sand dunes. Mukhar Hun river feeding the lake is also plus to the mesmerizing scenery.

Khyargas lake, Khetsuu Khad

Day 6

Our Mongolian adventure continues as we head to Khyargas Lake in The Valley of the Lakes, an intermontane depression. Today we discover various rock sculpture made by mother nature herself like Senjit rock and Khetsuu Rock. Many people come to Khyargas Lake to watch various water birds enjoying the summer by Khetsuu rock.

Ulaangom town

Day 7

Visit Tsedenbal Square and Province Museum Spend afternoon with Durvud nomad family Our journey continue

Uureg Lake

Day 8

Drive to Uureg lake

Uureg Lake

Day 9

Hoyor Sair Water Fall Argali Sheep, Ibex watching

Ulgii

Day 10

Visit Local Market Visit Bayan-Ulgii Province Museum

Eagle Hunters

Day 11

Visit Eagle Hunters Kazakh Family Lunch With family Learn and experience Eagle Hunters technique

Ulaanbaatar

Day 12

Visit cashmere factory Free afternoon Traditional music and dance show

Jul.17 Farewell

Day 13

Departure transfers (B)

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