Ulaan
Baatar - Gandan Monastery - Sacred Tuul river Nomad's Valley - Terelj
N.P.-Bagazarin Chuluu-Gobi Desert-Camel Safari to Moltsog Els Sand
dunes-Ongii temple- Karakorum- Erdene zuu Monastery- Ogii Nuur Lake-
Ulaan Baatar
Tour Highlights:
15-day journey that combines
adventures trips on horseback riding in the Sacred
Tuul river Nomad's Valley and Camel Safari in the Gobi desert (famous
for Bactrian Camels and dinosaur fossils). That's one of the most
exciting and challenging active adventure tour in the area to visit
valleys, forests, steppes, Gobi desert, sand dunes, national parks,
monastery, nomadic families, beautiful rivers, flowers and mountains
create a majestic setting. We drive to South Gobi desert for Camel
Safari in Gobi Gurvan Shaikhan National Park, visits the Flaming Cliffs,
the Gobi Dinosaur Cemetery and Bactrian Camel Safari to Moltsog Sands
dunes.
Also,
we will explore the Middle Gobi, and visit Erdene zuu monastery in
Karakhorum-was the ancient capital in the time of the Mongol empire
during the 13-14th centuries.
There is a Naadam Festival
Extension in connection with the early July camel ride (on
June 26-July 10)-attendance at Naadam, the largest and most
colorful of all Mongolian festivals.. Lovely Nomadic people await
for you.... Book Now!
| Day |
Itinerary
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2008/2009
Schedule |
Food |
1-2  |
Ulaanbaatar |
ULAANBAATAR
Hotel
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D:Local
Rest. +
Full board |
| 3 |
Nomad's
Valley |
TUUL
RIVER SACRED NOMAD'S VALLEY
"Chinggis" Tourist Traditional Camp is Highly recommended
by "Lonely Planet Mongolia-2005", by the author Michael Kohn on
pages 70 and 101. |
B:Hotel
L:Local
Rest.
D:Camp |
4 |
Terelj
N.P. |
TERELJ
N.P.-HORSEBACK RIDING OR HIKING
Overnight in "Chinggis" traditional tourist base camp. |
B:Camp
L:Picnic
D:Camp |
5 |
Bagazarin Chuluu
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BAGAZARIN
CHULUU IN MIDDLE GOBI
Today, we drive to Middle Gobi-this is a semi-arid
desert. Continue exploring this incredibly remote area where the
nomadic herdsmen move in groups of two or three families, following
the seasons to new pastures. Along the way, stop for a picnic
lunch. Visit the Nomads along the way and enjoy the Nomad hospitality.
Next stop is in Bagazarin Chuluu. Free time for
photo opportunities. We recommend you take a walk around the Bagazarin
Chuluu. Overnight in traditional ger dwellings at the tourist
camp. |
B:Camp
L:Picnic
D:Camp |
6 |
Gobi desert |
GOBI
DESERT
After breakfast, we continuous drive to the Gobi desert,
Mongolia's southernmost province of semi-arid desert, in the heart
of Asia's most remote region. It is also home to some of the most
elusive mammals such as snow leopard and Gobi bear. Visit
the Camel families along the way and enjoy Nomad hospitality.
An opportunity to photograph the stunning landscape . Night at
the tourist ger camp under the starry skies. |
B:Camp
L:Picnic
D:Camp |
7 |
Gobi desert |
GOBI
GURVANSHAIKHAN NATIONAL PARK-CAMEL FAMILY
After breakfast, drive to "Yol Valley Protected Area in
Gobi Gurvan Shaikhan National Park". Hiking and
opportunity to photograph the stunning landscape, the
Gobi Glacier and the wildlife of the area. Picnic lunch in the
National Park . After, drive to visit a camel family. In the afternoon,
return drive for dinner and overnight at the tourist camp. |
B:Camp
L:Picnic
D:Camp |
8 |
Gobi desert
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GOBI
DESERT-FLAMING CLIFFS IN BAYANZAD
After breakfast, drive to to the "Flaming Cliffs" in Bayanzad
(dinosaur excavation site ). Explore the "Gobi
Dinosaur Cemetery" and to follow the historic trail of
paleontologist / explorer Dr. Roy Chapman Andrews. Overnight in
tourist camp . |
B:Camp
L:Picnic
D:Camp |
9-10 |
Camel Safari
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GOBI
DESERT-CAMEL SAFARI
Two days of Camel (two-humped)
Safari" to the Moltsog Els sand dunes in Gobi desert.
An opportunity to photograph the stunning landscape. Observe the
amazing Gobi desert sunrise. Climb up the towering piles of sand
standing hundreds of metres high. Two nights of camping in tents
under the starry skies. |
B:Camp
L:Picnic
D:Camp |
11 |
Ongi
temple
|
ONGI
MONASTERY IN SAIKHAN OVOO
Today, our journey continuing further long drive to south towards
the Middle Gobi, enjoy endless views of changing
scenery and arrive in Saihan-Ovoo village. Visit Ongi
Monastery on the river banks of Ongi River and also walk
up the sacred mountain. Overnight in Ger Camp |
B:Camp
L:Picnic
D:Camp |
12 |
Karakhorum |
KARAKORUM
This morning we continuous drive through the grassland toward
"Karakhorum" was founded in 1220 at the crossroads
of the Silk Road. It was the capital of the Mongol Empire until
Kublai Khan moved it to Beijing. Visitors, such as Marco Polo,
described its ornate building, including a 2500 sq. meters Palace
of Worldly Peace. In 1792 the Monastery still had 62 temples and
10,000 lamas. But in 1930 it became a victim of the Stalin's purges.
All but three of the Temples were destroyed and most of the monks
were either killed or sent to Siberia. Today the restoration of
the Monastery is the government's top priority. Erdene Zuu retains
much of its ancient glory and is well worth visiting. Arrive and
transfer to the tourist base ger camp. Free time for photo opportunities.
Dinner and overnight in tourist base camp. |
B:Camp
L:Picnic
D:Camp |
13 |
Ogii Lake
|
ERDENE
ZUU MONASTERYIN KARAKORUM-OGII LAKE
This morning, we visits "Erdene Zuu" monastery, and the
Tortoise rock. The monastery grounds and several chapels
depicts excellent examples of Buddhist iconography dating from
the sixteenth century. In the afternoon, our journey continuing
further drive to the freshwater Lake Ogii. This
freshwater lake is located in the valley of the Orkhon River.
Ogii lake is a wonderful place for birdlife (cranes and ducks,
to name just a few species, migrate to the area around late April).
This a freshwater lake located in the valley of the Orkhon River.
Free time in Ogii lake. Overnight in tourist camp. |
B:Camp
L:Camp
D:Camp
|
14 |
UB |
ULAANBAATAR
Return to Ulaanbaatar. Today, spent
on a guided city tour of Ulaanbaatar, highlights include the
the Bogd Khan Winter Palace-home to Mongolia's last Khan,
Damba Khutugt 8th, and the war memorial
Zaisan Hill. Shop for souvenirs, original pure
cashmere gifts and garments. Overnight at hotel. |
B:Camp L:Rest.
local |
15 |
Departure |
DEPARTURE
MONGOLIA OR POST TOUR TO KHOVSGOL LAKE N.P.
Transfer for departure Mongolia. |
B:Hotel |
Price to include the following:
3 nights
at hotel in double room in UB.
9 nights
at tourist Ger camp
2 nights
camping.
Specified
Food.
Private
vehicle.
Sightseeing
programme including all entrance fees.
Horseback Trek close to "Chinggis" Tourist Base Camp.
Two (2) days
of Camel Safari in Gobi desert to Molstog Els sand dunes.
One Mongolian
traditional folk songs concert in UB.
Services
of English speaking guide.
|
Prices not to include:
International Flight or Train.
Travel
and medical insurance.
Visas.
Departure
tax.
Drinks.
Baggage Excess! (only 15 kg per person is permitted in our transport!).
Extra luggage can be stored at hotels in Ulaan Bataar free of
cost.
Items
for personal nature.
|
Prices
and dates may be subject to change. The duration of the above trip
can be changed to suit your needs.
Comment about Mongolian Conditions: Your tour involves
some days of travelling off the beaten track, with long road journeys
by 4WD transport over difficult terrain. Outside Ulaanbaatar, accommodation
is in traditional Gers which are circular tents. Facilities are
fairly basic, each Ger contains 2 beds, a wood stove, bedding, and
a simple chest. Hot water is not always available.
Accommodation in the countryside: Most tourists will stay
in specially constructed gers camps. These camps provide accommodation
in the round felt houses used by nomads and usually have separate
toilet, washing and restaurant facilities.
Group Size in Mongolia: With less than 3-4
passengers, we reserve the right to cancel the tour.
*Not included: International air, any circumstances
beyond of our control, such as the imposition of quarantine restrictions,
weather conditions, changes in your arrival/departure flights, the
Mongolian poor roads conditions, etc.
2008/2009
Tour Calendar and the Tour code:
SMTAA-15D
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August 12-26
- Augut
26-Sept. 9
- Sept. 01-15
- Sept. 14-28
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2008/2009 Private departure: (every day in summer time!) with
a minimum group of 4 adults or more participants. |
Tel: 976-11-311051;
Fax:
976-11-327503
USA Voice Mails/Fax:
(1-206-888-4286)
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