Mongolia
Experience the raw beauty and traditional ways of remote Mongolia. Striking landscapes, nomads roaming the vast grasslands with precious livestock, camels, horses and the occasional marmot dotted through the sprawling valleys - see it all on this journey through a land that truly seems to have been forgotten by time.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Explore the palaces and monasteries of Ulaanbaatar, Camp in traditional gers, See Genghis Khan's Karakorum capital, Soak up the beauty of Khovsgol Lake, Experience everyday Mongolian life on a homestay- Duration: 15 days
- Tour Code: csf
- Physical Rating: 3
- Culture Shock Rating: 4
- Accommodation: Hotels (2 nts), family stay (2 nts), Mongolian gers (10 nts)
- Transportation: Russian van, camel, walking
- Trip Style: Intrepid Original
- Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
- Departure: Departure is guaranteed
- Budget: Allow USD $30 for meals not included.
Day 1 Ulaanbaatar
Ger suburbs, locals in traditional dress and business suits, Soviet architecture and a wealth of museums, palaces and monasteries provide a perfect introduction to the modern face of Mongolia.
Day 2 Amarbayasgalant Monastery
Drive through vast open grasslands to the tranquil and remote Palace for God's Meditation. Enjoy a night in a ger camp in the Iven Gol River Valley by the foot of the Burenkhan Mountains.
Days 3-4 Selenge River
Relax in the stunning surroundings of the picturesque Selenge River. Nature lovers might like to hike to the 13th-century volcanic crater at Pot Mountain. Enjoy a homestay at the settlement of Ikh Uul, an opportunity to meet a Mongolian family.
Days 5-6 Lake Khovsgol
Possibly Mongolia's most beautiful destination, Lake Khovsgol is surrounded by rolling grasslands, fir forests and meadows teeming with wildflowers. Join locals and visit the reindeer herders of the north.
Days 7-9 Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake/Khorgo
Climb the extinct volcanic peaks for spectacular views of the surreal landscape and relax in the evening with a traditional barbecue.
Days 10-11 Tsenkher
Enjoy the remote, untouched beauty of the region and soak in the Tsenkher hot springs.
Days 12-13 Karakorum/Khogno Khan
Mongolia's warrior hero, Genghis Khan, built Karakorum as his capital. Explore the ruins of this ancient city and visit the impressive Erdenezuu Monastery, birthplace of Mongolian Buddhism. Hike the hills or revel in the nomadic atmosphere on a camel ride.
Days 14-15 Ulaanbaatar
Return to the capital via roadside shrines and ger communities.
Tour dates and availability
| START DATE | END DATE | AVAILABILITY | CAD | USD |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008-08-23 | 2008-09-06 | 3 | 1445 | 1445 |
| 2009-06-06 | 2009-06-20 | 7+ | 1445 | 1445 |
| 2009-06-13 | 2009-06-27 | 7+ | 1445 | 1445 |
| 2009-06-20 | 2009-07-04 | 7+ | 1445 | 1445 |
| 2009-06-27 | 2009-07-11 | 1445 | 1445 | |
| 2009-06-27 | 2009-07-11 | 1445 | 1445 |
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