15-DAY Taiga Tsaatan people horse trekking
A 15-day high-adventure journey through northern Mongolia exploring Khuvsgul Lake, Khangai Mountains, Kharkhorin, and the remote Taiga while trekking on horseback to meet Tsaatan reindeer herders and experiencing untouched wilderness, nomadic culture, and authentic Mongolian traditions.
Key info
Overview
Following the Footsteps of the Last Reindeer Herders is a high-adventure journey into the remote taiga of northern Mongolia, offering a rare opportunity to experience the unique lifestyle of the Tsaatan reindeer herders. This immersive tour combines multi-day horse trekking, camping in untouched wilderness, and authentic cultural encounters with nomadic families. Travelers will explore the crystal-clear Khuvsgul Lake, traverse the scenic Khangai Mountains, and visit the historic town of Kharkhorin. Designed for adventurous explorers, this tour delivers a deep connection with Mongolia’s nature, heritage, and living traditions.
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 - Cultural Welcome
Day 1
Juulchin World Tours professional team warmly welcomes you at Chingis Khaan International Airport. After checking into hotel and some rest you will visit Zaisan memorial, a viewpoint of our capital city and a socialist memorial of Second World War. Then visit Bogd Khan’s Winter Palace Museum, once was residence in early 1900s to our last religious leader and emperor.
Khustai National Park
Day 2
Our journey begins with Center of Mongolian Buddhist Gandan Monastery on the way out of Ulaanbaatar. Afterwards we start driving to Khustai National Park. Our days stop is in Bayangobi natural reserve, a combination of Gobi sand dunes and Khangai mountains. In the evening practice archery in Mongolian traditional costume Deel and entertain with traditional knuckle bone games.
Kharkhorin - Historical Heritage
Day 3
After short drive we arrive in 13th century Mongolian Empire capital city Kharkhorin. Nothing much left from the ancient capital as Ming Dynasty attacks completely put it ruins but you can visit Khakhorin museum to learn the history and also Erdenezuu monastery here is built from the bricks picked up from ancient ruins. Also attend Mongolian Traditional script calligraphy lesson here.
Terkhiin White Lake, Khorgo Volcanic crater
Day 4
Mongolian adventure continues with through Khangai Mountai Range. Stop at Tsetserleg town for lunch. Visit Zaya Gegeen monastery Museum here. As we continue to Terkhiin White Lake, we drive by famous Chuluut Canyon and hike to Ancient Dead Volcanic Khorgo Crater. Tonight, stay by Terkhiin White Like at Maikhan Tolgoi camp
Jargal Jiguur hot springs
Day 5
After driving sceneries of the Khangai Mountain, tonight we stay at Jargal jiguur hot springs. Relax your muscles after hiking and ger ready for our horse-riding trip.
Khusvgul Lake
Day 6
Long drive to Lake Khusvgul as we come into taiga region. Our introduction night lake Khuvsgul is at Ashihai camp. En route we stop in Murun town for lunch and visit province museum.
Arrival at Tsagaannur soum and say hello to your horses
Day 7
Long drive awaits us today, but sceneries of Khoridol Saridag Mountain pass will note bore you. After adventurous day we stay in simple accommodation at Tsagaannuur village.
Horse Trekking in Taiga Forest
Day 8-10
Our horse trekking start as we leave Tsagaannuur village on horses. First day vis cross famous Shishged river and stay by Hodon river. Here on forward we will imitate lifestyle of Tsaatan people, stay in tents and enjoy simple meals prepared by local people. We will arrive at camp of Tsaatan peoples camp late on second day. On third into our trekking stay full day with Tsaatan people and learn about their unique lifestyle survived centuries.
Back in Tsagaannuur town
Day 11
Leave early on our horses and arrive at Tsagaannuur village late this day.
Khuvsgul Lake Exploration
Day 12
Drive full day back to Ashihai camp. Starting from here we ease back into civilization.
Ulaanbaatar Farewell - Cultural Highlights
Day 13
Early morning flight back to Ulaanbaatar. Spend the afternoon at your leisure and gather city tour of Mongolian National Museum and Sukhbaatar Square. dinner at local restaurant.
Chingis Khan Statue and Folklore Concert
Day 14
Some rest this morning and after lunch we head to Guinness record holding 250tonnes and 40m tall our great emperor Chingis Khan Statue. Later this afternoon enjoy Mongolian traditional dance, song and musical concert. Farewell dinner at local restaurant.
Until Next Time - Departure Transfers
Day 15
Bid farewell to Juulchin World Tours team at Chingis Khaan international airport.
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