5-DAY EN ROUTE TO THE ANCIENT CAPITALEN ROUTE TO THE ANCIENT CAPITAL

Central Mongolia is the best area to explore and learn about the history of Mongolia and origins of Mongolian culture. Within our 6 days, you will experience nearly every aspect of Mongolia and Mongolian nature

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Overview

Central Mongolia is the best area to explore and learn about the history of Mongolia and origins of Mongolian culture. Within our 6 days, you will experience nearly every aspect of Mongolia and Mongolian nature


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

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

We begin our journey in Ulaanbaatar, the capital city of Mongolia. Our first stop is Sukhbaatar Square, located in the heart of the city and surrounded by some of the capital’s most important landmarks. We then continue to Zaisan Hill, where we can enjoy a panoramic view overlooking Ulaanbaatar and its surrounding landscape. Our exploration continues at the Natural History Museum, well-known for its precious collection of dinosaur eggs and bones. We will also visit the Bogd Khan’s Winter Palace, which houses a valuable collection of artifacts associated with Mongolia’s last ruler. After a full afternoon of sightseeing, our guide and driver will take us to our accommodation for the evening.

Meals: Lunch / Dinner

Accommodation: 4 Star Hotel

After breakfast at the hotel, we drive west toward Khustai National Park. Upon arrival, we will visit the local museum and watch a video introducing the National Park before continuing deeper into the park. The beautiful natural surroundings provide an opportunity to observe the wild Mongolian horses known as Mongolian Przewalski Horses. Depending on the surroundings and wildlife activity, we may also encounter marmots, deer, and wolves during our visit. After exploring the National Park and its natural environment, we continue to our accommodation for the evening.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Accommodation: Ger Camp

Today we travel to Bayangobi, a distinctive landscape where Gobi sand dunes, forests, and rocky mountains come together. As we drive through this changing scenery, we will have the opportunity to observe the traditional way of life of Mongolian nomadic people, who have lived for thousands of years alongside their herds of livestock. Along the way, we may encounter livestock peacefully resting in the middle of the road, offering a natural glimpse into everyday life on the Mongolian steppe. Upon arrival in Bayangobi, there will be an opportunity to hike through the sand dunes and experience camel riding. We will also visit Ovgon Monastery, the only remaining Buddhist “red head sect” temple in Mongolia. After the visit, we continue to our accommodation for dinner and an overnight stay.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Accommodation: Ger Camp

After breakfast at the Ger Camp, we drive to Kharkhorin, the ancient capital of the Great Mongolian Empire. The day is dedicated to exploring this historically significant area and visiting Erdenezuu Monastery, one of the important treasures of Mongolian Buddhism. At the monastery, we will see an extraordinary collection of Buddhist paintings, religious objects, and special costumes used for Tsama religious dances. The monastery also features impressive Buddhist iconography reflecting traditional Mongolian and Tibetan styles. After a full day exploring the ancient capital and Erdenezuu Monastery, we return to our Ger Camp for the evening.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Accommodation: Ger Camp

After breakfast at the Ger Camp, we begin our journey back to Ulaanbaatar. Upon arrival in the capital, we will have lunch at a local restaurant before checking in to our hotel. The afternoon will be free for relaxation and leisure after the journey. In the evening, we will attend a fascinating traditional performance featuring Mongolian folk songs, throat singing, melodies played on the “horse-headed” fiddle, traditional dances, and artistic contortionism. We conclude our journey with a farewell dinner at a local restaurant, celebrating the experiences and landscapes we have encountered throughout Mongolia.

Meals: Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner

Accommodation: 4 Star Hotel

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