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MONGOLIA TREASURE TOURS

Mongolia is the land of endless sky, of vast horizons of steppe and desert bordered by remote, pristine mountain ranges. Famous for its scenery, Mongolia is a dream for the outdoor adventurer and a warm, welcoming destination for all travelers. The land of Genghis and Kublai Khan, the Mongolian Empire extended as far as east as Korea, south to Vietnam and west to Hungary. Rarely accessible to the outside world until recently, travelers are discovering the gifts of this amazing country; unparalleled star gazing, horseback and camel riding, fossil hunting and overnights in traditional authentic gers in a land of rosy-cheeked smiles. Camp out in a traditional ger, visit with a herdsman's family and discover the beauty of Mongolia.

2012 Small Group Tours

July 01- July 11, 2012
July 12-July 22, 2012
August 02-August 12, 2012

Destination: Southern and Central part of Mongolia
Route: Ulaanbaatar- Baga Gazriin chuluu- Tsagaan Suvarga- Yol valley- Khongor Sand Dunes- Bayanzag (Flaming Cliffs)- Karakorum (Erdenezuu monastery) - Ugii Lake- Hustai National park - Terelj National Park-Ulaanbaatar
Duration: 14 days/ 13 nights

Land Cost: $3,599

Day 1 Ulaanbaatar (City tour)
Arrive in Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia. You will be met by our representatives and will be transferred to the hotel hotel. Sightseeing tour: Gandan monastery, Sukhbaatar Square, which is located in the center of Ulaanbaatar. Lunch at the Mongolian Traditional Restaurant. This afternoon you will explore the impressive collections at the Natural History Museum, which is famous for its dinosaur skeletons and fossils (Bogd khan palace museum). Visit Zaisan Memorial hill to see the panorama of Ulaanbaatar. Welcome dinner at the Mongolian restaurant. (B, L, D)

Day 2 Ulaanbaatar- Baga Gazriin Chuluu (Earth stone)
After breakfast sightseeing drive to Middle Gobi is known as Baga Gazriin chuluu (earth stone). Arrival by noon and accommodation at the traditional camp. This place is famous for its interesting granite rock formations, eye spa. The remains of the of ancient small temple is located in this picturesque place. Stay overnight in an authentic ger at the camp. (ger means Mongolian traditional felt accommodation) (B, L, D)

Day 3 Baga Gazriin Chuluu - Tsagaan Suvarga (white stupa)
After breakfast drive to Tsagaan Suvarga. This afternoon you will explore white stupa and enjoy hiking. Stay overnight in ger. (B, L, D)

Day 4 Tsagaan suvarga (white stupa)- Yol valley (Gobi three beauties)
Breakfast at the camp and early morning drive to Yol valley which is located 62 km from the South-Gobi province in the MT Zuun Saikhan. On the way discover the ruin of ancient small temple known as Sum Khuh Burd. Very wide at the entrance, it narrows gradually into a remarkable gorge. You will have chance to see wild animals and the vulture. Afternoon arrival in the camp near Gobi three beauties. Stay overnight in ger. (B, L, D)

Day 5 Yol valley-Khongor sand dunes (Singing sand dune)
Explore the beauty of the national park in Gobi. Horseback riding and camel safari and trekking. Meet a normadic family living on the steppe. Sightseeing drive to Khongor Sand Dune (the length is approximately 180 kilometers and 3-15 kilometers wide). (B, L, D)

Day 6 Khongor Sand Dunes
The day is yours to explore this exotic destination! Learn about camel breeding, traditional nomadic lifestyle from a local family. Camel safari nearby the sand dunes. The shifting sand blown by the wind or someone makes sound so it is called Singing Sand Dunes. There is a beautiful green Oasis known as Seruun bulag near the Khongor River. Return to the camp for lunch and enjoy the beauty of Gobi Deserts. Dinner and stay overnight in ger at tourist camp. (B, L, D)

Day 7 Khongor Sand Dunes - Bayanzag (Flaming Cliffs)
Drive to Bayanzag, located 20 kilometers from Bulgan soum. Paleontological findings have been discovered during the archaeological investigation. The place is known as Flaming Cliffs. (by Roy Chapman Andrews American explorer who had visited Mongolia in 1922). During two years he has learned and traveled the Mongolian Gobi Desert and found dinosaur fossils and dinosaur eggs ( 10-15 cm) from the Bayanzag for the first time in the world. Exploring native land of dinosaurs and photo opportunities. Enjoy peaceful nights at the authentic ger. (B, L, D)

Day 8 Bayanzag - Ongi temple
Drive to Ongi temple. The ruins of Ongi Temple are found in Saikhan Ovoo soum of Dundgobi (Middle Gobi) province. It used to be a big Buddhist monastery compound built by Bari Yonzon Khamba at the bank of Ongi River. Transfer to the camp. Exploration of temple. Dinner and stay overnight in ger at tourist camp. (B, L, D)

Day 9 Ongi temple - Karakorum (Erdenezuu monastery)
Early morning drive to Karakorum. Late afternoon arrival. Picnic in a very interesting traditional village. Ancient capital of Mongolia- Karakorum city is located on the right bank of Orkhon River and on the north-eastern slopes of the Khangai Mountain. It was founded by Chinggis Khan in 1220 and it was not only the capital of Mongolian Empire but also was one of the centers of the Silk Road. Craftsmen, merchants, travelers came from all over the world to Karakorum. Sightseeing tour: Erdene zuu monastery. It was built by Avtai Sain Khan n 1586 and was the first great Buddhist Monastery of Mongolia. It is a World Heritage Site ( entitled Orkhon Valley Cultural Landscape). Since 1944 the Erdene Zuu Monastery is used as a museum.Overnight in an authentic ger. (B, L, D)

Day 10 Karakorum (Erdenezuu monastery) - Ugii Lake
Morning drive to Ugii Lake stopping by two magnificent Turkish monuments. The first monument is dedicated to the Turkish prince Kul-Tegin (638-731), and the other was dedicated to his brother Bilge-Khan (716-734). This afternoon you can enjoy hiking near lakeshore. Stay overnight in ger at tourist camp. (B, L, D)

Day 11 Ugii Lake to Hustai National park
Drive to Hustai National Park to see the wild horses or Prezwalski horses. The Hustai National Park in Mongolia is world famous for the successful reintroduction of the Prezwalski horse. There are over 230 Prezwalski horses. Late arrival in the Hustai National Park. Enjoy your afternoon. Overnight in ger. (B, L, D)

Day 12 Hustai National park - Terelj National Park
Drive to the beautiful Terelj National Park through Ulaanbaatar. See turtle rock and visit temple of meditation. Horseback riding. Arrival. Spend a night in a traditional Mongolian ger camp.

Day 13 Terelj National Park - Ulaanbaatar
Drive back to Ulaanbaatar. You will be transferred to the hotel and have lunch at the finest restaurant in Ulaanbaatar. In the afternoon you will enjoy your free time. You can go to the handicraft centers to do shopping. Enjoy folklore performance by "Tumen Ekh" (national songs, throat singing, tsam mask dance and etc). A farewell dinner.

Day 14 Departure
You will be transferred to the "Chinggis Khan" International Airport to take a flight to your home country.

This tour program includes:
  • Visa support
  • All the transfers
  • Ground Transportation
  • English-speaking guide/escort
  • Hotel accommodation in double room (hotel and authentic ger /camp)
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Entrance fees to museums, monuments and national parks
  • Folklore Show
  • Essential basic travel insurance>
  • Welcome gift and Pre departure Travel Package
The tour program doesn't include:
  • International Flights
  • Charges in hotels for additional services
  • Consular visa fee
 

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