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.

May-Sep

Dates

15 Days/ 14 Nights

Duration

Northern & Central Mongolia

Destination

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

Upon arrival at Chinggis Khaan International Airport, the Juulchin World Tours professional team will warmly welcome you to Mongolia. After checking in to the hotel and taking some time to rest, begin your introduction to Ulaanbaatar with a visit to Zaisan Memorial, a hilltop viewpoint offering panoramic views over the capital and a monument dating from the socialist period commemorating the Second World War. Continue to the Bogd Khan’s Winter Palace Museum, which was once the residence of Mongolia’s last religious leader and emperor in the early 1900s.

Accommodation: 4 Star Hotel or similar

Meals: Lunch / Dinner

Distance Covered: 98 km by road

Khustai National Park & Bayangobi - Day 2

The journey begins with a visit to Gandan Monastery, the center of Mongolian Buddhism, as we leave Ulaanbaatar. Continue towards Khustai National Park before travelling onward to Bayangobi Nature Reserve, where the landscapes of Gobi sand dunes meet the Khangai Mountains. In the evening, experience traditional Mongolian activities by practicing archery while dressed in a traditional Mongolian deel and enjoying traditional knuckle-bone games.

Accommodation: Ger Camp