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	2008/2009 Schedule	Food
1-2	Ulaanbaatar	ULAANBAATAR Hotel	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	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	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	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. top
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
June 6-20 June 27-July 10-*Extension to Naadam Festival July 15-July 29 August 12-26 Augut 26-Sept. 9 Sept. 01-15 Sept. 14-28 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)	What is the cost per person?

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