Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival in Ulaanbaatar

   • Arrive in Ulaanbaatar, the capital city of Mongolia.
   • City tour including Chinggis Khaan Museum or National History Museum, Gandan Monastery, and Sukhbaatar Square.
   • In the evening, enjoy a traditional Mongolian cultural performance featuring throat singing and contortion.

   Overnight in hotel.

2. Day 2: Terelj National Park

   • Drive to Gorkhi-Terelj National Park.
   • Visit Chinggis Khaan Equestrian Statue, Aryabal Meditation Temple, and Turtle Rock.
   • Enjoy the beautiful alpine landscape.

   Overnight in a ger camp.

3. Day 3: Baga Gazriin Chuluu (Middle Gobi)

   • Drive south to the Middle Gobi to explore Baga Gazriin Chuluu.
   • Short hike among the rock formations and visit the ruins of an old temple.

   Overnight in tents or with a local nomadic family.

4. Day 4: Tsagaan Suvarga (White Stupa)

   • Travel further south to Tsagaan Suvarga, famous for its colorful limestone cliffs.
   • Enjoy sunset views over the dramatic desert landscape.

   Overnight in tents or ger camp.

5. Day 5: Yolyn Am (Vulture Valley)

   • Visit Yolyn Am.
   • Explore the deep canyon with rock formations, wildlife, and ice that sometimes remains even in summer.

   Overnight in a ger camp or tent.

6. Day 6: Travel to Central Mongolia

   • Drive from the Gobi Desert toward Central Mongolia through vast steppe landscapes.
   • Experience the changing scenery from desert to grasslands.

   Overnight with a nomadic family or in tents.

7. Day 7: Orkhon Waterfall (Ulaan Tsutgalan)

   • Visit Orkhon Waterfall.
   • Enjoy hiking around the waterfall and experiencing traditional nomadic life.

   Overnight near nomadic families or in a ger camp.

8. Day 8: Tövkhön Monastery & Tsenkher Hot Springs

   • Morning hike to Tövkhön Monastery.
   • Later travel to Tsenkher Hot Springs and relax in natural mineral waters.

   Overnight in a ger camp.

9. Day 9: Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake & Khorgo Volcano

   • Drive to Arkhangai Province to visit Khorgo Volcano and Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake.
   • Hike around the volcano and enjoy the volcanic landscape.

   Overnight in a ger camp.

10. Day 10: Kharkhorin & Erdene Zuu Monastery

    • Visit Kharkhorin, the ancient capital of the Mongol Empire.
    • Explore Erdene Zuu Monastery and local historical sites.

    Overnight in a ger camp.

11. Day 11: Khustai National Park

    • Drive to Khustai National Park to observe wild Takhi (Przewalski’s horses).

    Overnight in a ger camp.

12. Day 12: Return to Ulaanbaatar

    • Return to Ulaanbaatar.
    • Free time for rest, shopping, or exploring the city.

    Overnight in hotel.

13. Day 13: Travel to Khentii Mountains

    • Drive east to Khentii Mountains, the homeland of Chinggis Khaan.
    • Meet local horse guides and prepare for horse trekking.

    Overnight in tents or with nomadic families.

14. Day 14–17: Horse Trekking Adventure

    • Four days of horse trekking through dense forests, mountain valleys, rivers, and open steppe in the Khentii Mountains.
    • Experience authentic nomadic culture and camp in remote natural areas.

    Overnight in tents or nomadic family camps.

15. Day 18: Return to Ulaanbaatar

    • Return to Ulaanbaatar by vehicle.
    • End of the tour.