Taste of Mongolian Altai
In this dramatic journey we will explore beautiful Western part of Mongolia, Altai mountains& steppes, glaciers, golden eagle-hunters, wild animals such as: Argal sheep, Ibex, foxes, marmots etc. and visit to Mongolian, Kazakh and Tuvan nomads so you can learn nomadic way of life. Riding horses and camels will always possible. In addition, western Mongolia is rich in archeological sites that vary from ancient petroglyphs to stone carvings from early Turkish nomads.
ItineraryDay 1: Ulaanbaatar,MongoliaStop At: Ulaanbaatar, Ulaanbaatar
Arrive in Ulaanbaatar, transfer to hotel. Depending from your arrival time we will do city tour including The Central Museum of Dinosaurs, Central square of Ulaanbaatar( heart of Mongolia). During the dinner we invite Throat singer to perform for the group. Mongolian throat singing is one particular variant of overtone singing practiced by people in Mongolia, Inner Mongolia, Tuva and Siberia. It is inscribed in 2009 on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity of UNESCO, under the name Mongolian art of singing, Khoomei.
Duration: 1 day
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Accommodation included: Hotel options are free but we recommend to book at Khuvsgul Lake Hotel, Ulaanbaatar Hotel or Bayangol hotel
Day 2: Bayan-Ulgii province of MongoliaStop At: Altai Tavan Bogd National Park, China Border-Sagsai Road, Olgiy 83120 Mongolia
Fly to Ulgii, after early breakfast we drive to Tavan Bogd National Park. Along the way, we will find numerous petroglyphs and Turkic stones and picnic lunch. Bayan-Ulgii is rich in archaeological remains, as a reminder of the Bronze Age and the time of the Huns and Turkic invasions. Reach to Ger camp. Overnight in Kazakh or Mongolian ger.
Duration: 1 day
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Accommodation included: Staying at yurt/nomadic tent/
Day 3: Tavan Bogd MassifStop At: Altai Tavan Bogd National Park, China Border-Sagsai Road, Olgiy 83120 Mongolia
Today we do a horseback riding to see and experience glaciers and Tavan Bogd mountains. Tavanbogd means “The Holy Five", referring to the five highest peaks, of which Huiten Uul is the highest in Mongolia, 4374 meters above sea level. There we see 20km long Potanina glacier – the biggest of the twenty glaciers in Mongolian Altai. Overnight in Kazakh or Mongolian ger. B+L+D
Duration: 1 day
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Accommodation included: Overnight in yurt
Day 4: Sirgaaly area of ATB NPStop At: Altai Tavan Bogd National Park, China Border-Sagsai Road, Olgiy 83120 Mongolia
Today we drive to Twin lake area. We will pitch our camp near to Nomadic family. We are now only 10km from the China border. Overnight in Kazakh ger or camp.
Duration: 1 day
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Accommodation included: Overnight in yurt
Day 5: Exploring Sirgaaly area for two days: Visiting nomadic families, hiking to waterfall, horse riding, swimming and fishingStop At: Altai Tavan Bogd National Park, China Border-Sagsai Road, Olgiy 83120 Mongolia
These days/days 5-6/ you relax and swim, fish and explore amazing mountainous area. These days you can see and learn regular day life of nomads and their tradition. Like horse riding, fishing and hiking around. Also, we see the snowcapped mountains with forest, which make the wall between China and Mongolia and some beautiful waterfalls.
Duration: 2 days
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Accommodation included: Overnight in yurt along with a nomadic family
Day 6: Eagle Hunters of MongoliaStop At: Uujim, Bayan-Ölgii, Mongolia
Drive back towards Ulgii, on the way we visit to Kazakh eaglehunters family. See the magnificent eagles and learn about eagle-hunting. Eagle-hunters typically use female birds because they are bigger, stronger, and more aggressive than their male counterparts. Hunters typically keep their birds for 10 years before releasing them back into the wild. Overnight at South River Camp..
Duration: 1 day
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Accommodation included: Overnight at South River camp of NAT
Day 7: Ulgii cityStop At: Olgiy, Olgiy, Bayan-Olgii Province
Exploring Ulgii city. After lunch we will arrive to Ulgii city and transfer to your Hotel. After that we will do shopping and visit local market, mosque and Friendship peak of the city where you can see the hole city from the top of the Friendship mountain.
Duration: 1 day
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Accommodation included: Overnight at Makhsum Hotel
Day 8: Flight back to UlaanbaatarStop At: Gorkhi Terelj National Park, Gorkhi Terelj National Park, Tov Province
Fly to Ulaanbaatar, transfer to hotel. Drive to Terelj and Chinggis Khan Equestrian Statue in Tsonjin Boldog. The massive statue made of 250 tons of gleaming stainless steel will take your breath away. Along the way, stop for a picnic lunch. Afternoon return to UB, and dinner time in a typical Mongolian restaurant.
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No accommodation included on this day.
Day 9: Departure back to home countryStop At: Ulaanbaatar, Ulaanbaatar
Transfer to airport and departure
Duration: 3 hours
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No accommodation included on this day.
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Service animals allowed"
"Near public transportation"
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Infant seats available"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"Not recommended for pregnant travelers"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Most travelers can participate"
"A current valid passport is required on the day of travel"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Hora de Inicio:
Taste of Mongolian Altai
3/10/2024 - 9/30/2024| Monday - Tuesday : | 07:00 AM - 09:00 PM |
| Wednesday - Sunday : | 07:00 AM - 10:30 PM |
| Thursday : | 07:00 AM - 09:00 PM |
| Friday : | 07:00 AM - 10:30 PM |
Duración: 9 Days
Lugar de comienzo: 1: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
2: Bayan-Ölgii, Mongolia
Traveler pickup is offered
We will hold a sign with our logo and company name on it
Airports- Buyant Ukhaa International Airport, RQX8+QWV, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
If you cancel at least 4 day(s) in advance of the scheduled departure, there is no cancellation fee.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, there is a 100 percent cancellation fee.
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