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Amar Classic Tour ( 7 days)
• Tour Code: CT03
• Destination: Ulaanbaatar, Uvurkhangai, Arkhangai, Bulgn, Tuv
• Duration: 7 Days 6 Nights
• Length of trip: 1490 km
• Tour Type: Extreme tour
• Best time to go: June-September
• Price: from 760$

The magic of Mongolia

Central Mongolia offers great plains and scattered gers, probably the same view Ögödei Khan had when he set up a power base here 750 years ago. The historical gem of the area is Erdene Zuu Monastery, the oldest in Mongolia. Nearby lie the ruins of Karakorum, the ancient capital of the Mongol empire. There isn’t much left of Karakorum, as the bricks from the ancient city were used to build the massive 108 stupas that surround Erdene Zuu. West of Karakorum, travelers make their way up the Orkhon river valley to visit the stunning 20m tall Ulaan Tsutgalan waterfall, an old hermitage used by the great sculptor Zanabazar. The camping is excellent in the Orkhon valley, where herds of sheep, goat, yak, horse, and cattle mingle freely. The hot springs, lakes and a lovely provincial capital in Arkhangai, round out a visit to the region.

Booking
 

Itinerary

Day 1. ULAANBAATAR

 

Upon arrival at Chinggis Khan International Airport in Mongolia, you will meetwith our driver. Transfer to your hotel, settling in.After freshening up, at 12 pm we start our first day around Ulaanbaatar, we will take you in the restaurant of your choice and then we will visit Gandan Monastery, the largest and one of the most important monastery of Mongolia. From here we will go to the National History Museum which tells the rich history of Mongolia. The heart of Ulaanbaatar, Sukhbaatar Square. Here we will see the Parliament House, National Opera and City Hall. In the evening, you will attend a performance of traditional dancing and khoomii (Mongolian throat singing). Overnight in hotel.

Day 2. KHUISIIN NAIMAN NUUR

 

Today the pack yaks are loaded by our hosts and native nomads of the area who will lead us on this Naiman Nuur trekking journey. We start our trek across the hills and ridges into the Naiman Nuur area. Our support vehicle will not be able to follow. At higher altitude’s we catch spectacular, panoramic views over this wild terrain. We set up our tented camp at Huis Lake for two nights.Overnight in a nomadic family ger (B, L, D)

Day 3. ORKHON WATERFALL

 

Today is the day to explore the picturesque Orkhon Waterfall which is situated on the Orkhon River, Mongolia’s longest river at 1,120 km. The local name of the waterfall is Ulaan Tsutgalan and the height is 24 m. The waterfall was formed by a unique combination of volcanic eruptions and earthquakes about 20,000 years ago. The water level of the waterfall fluctuates with the rainfall. Overnight in a ger camp (B, L, D)

Day 4. TSENHERIIN KHALUUN RASHAAN

 

Travel to the Tsenkher Hot Spa, a sulphur spring that emerges from the ground at a sizzling 89C (192.2F). Facilities include outdoor and indoor baths, showers and accommodations. Overnight in a ger camp. (B, L, D)

Day 5. KHORGO Volcano and Terkhyn tsagaan Lake

 

Khorgo-Terkhiin Tsagaan Nuur National Park covers 77,267 hectars including astonishingly beautiful Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake and Khorgo extinct volcano. Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake was formed by lava flows from volcanic eruption many millenium ago and is excellent for swimming. Hidden along the shore are stretches of sandy beach, perfect for swimming.On the east of the Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake, dead volcano Khorgo lies. The volcanic crater is 200 meters wide and 100 meters deep. It’s surrounded by Khangai mountains, which reach as 3000 meters above the sea level.

Day 6. RUINS OF 12TH CENTURY CAPITAL CITY KHARKHORIN

 

We will travel on one of Mongolia’s few tarmac roads. There will be steppe landscape all the way. We’ll stop for picnic lunch at place with sand dunes and camels, locally known as “Little Gobi” or “Elsen Tasarkhai”.Travel to Kharkhorin, the ancient capital city of Great Mongolian Empire. Kharkhorin was established in the Valley of Orkhon River in 1220. It was one of the stops along the legendary Silk Road for 140 years. We will visit the oldest Buddhist monastery, Erdenezuu, the main treasure of Mongolian Buddhism. Erdenezuu Monastery was founded by Avtai Sain Khaan, a descendant of Chinggis Khan, on the ruins of Kharkhorin in 1586. Look around the little town of Kharkhorin and see the historical tower on the hill. Overnight in a ger camp (B, L, D)

Day 7. Ulaanbaatar

 

We will end our trip with one last day in Ulaanbaatar do some shopping for cashmere or any other products you want to take home with you

PRICE

TOUR PRICE PER PERSON

2 PAX - 1290$

3-4 PAX - 1190$

5-8 PAX - 1090$

9-12 PAX - 990$

 

DISCOUNTS

One free space for every 12 pax

Low season discount: 5-10% (May, September)

Please contact us for more trip details.

 

INCLUDED

  • Hotels and Accommodation
  • English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, French, Germany, Dutch speaking guide at all times.
  • In the countryside all lodging will be in ger camps and nomadic family’s Ger.
  • Driver and car services
  • All meals
  • Park entrance fees
  • Horse ride
  • 1.5 liter of drinking water per day per person

NOT INCLUDED

  • Hotel extras, such as telephone calls, bar bills and laundry services
  • Travel insurance, medical insurance
  • Visa application fees
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Personal expenses such as IDD call, internet, laundry, items of a personal nature
  • Gratuity to local guides and drivers
  • Airfare or train ticket
  • Airport taxes, excess baggage charges (over 44pound / 20kilo)
  • Changes of arrival/departure flights
  • Additional services
  • Any charges of major force beyond our control (e.g. imposition, quarantine restrictions, etc…)

 

Packing list

This is a suggested packing list, which you should feel free to adjust to suit your needs. Please refer to our travel guide for more detailed information

  • backpack or soft bag
  • day pack
  • head lamp/flashlight
  • spare batteries/bulb
  • personal medications
  • hiking boots/shoes
  • rain jacket with hood
  • fleece jacket or wool jumper
  • cotton t-shirts
  • long sleeve shirts

 

  • lightweight trousers
  • shorts
  • warm hat
  • socks
  • underwear
  • sun hat
  • sandals
  • sun glasses
  • sun cream
  • spare glasses
  • insect repellent

 

  • plastic bags
  • binoculars/camera
  • wet tissues
  • watch/ alarm clock
  • money belt/ pouch
  • insurance confirmation copy
  • emergency contact number

 

 

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