Horseback riding in Eight lake

Day 1 · Welcome at Chinggis Khaan International Airport, Mongolia.

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   Gandantegchenling Monastery

   one hour Admission included

   Upon your arrival at Chinggis Khaan International Airport in Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia, your Guide-interpreter and driver will welcome you at the airport. You will be transferred to your hotel, followed by a city tour (half-day or full-day depending on your arrival time).

   Duration: 1 hour

   Admission included

Local standard hotel 3*/ Ulaanbaatar

Day 2 · UlaanBaatar - Mini-Gobi (Elsen Tasarkhai)

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   Elsen Tasarkhai Sand Dune

   4 hours

   After breakfast, we will depart for the Mini Gobi sand dunes, located about 270 km from Ulaanbaatar.

   We will have lunch along the way, and upon arrival, you will have the opportunity to enjoy a camel ride across the dunes and take beautiful photos in this spectacular setting.

   In the late afternoon, we will meet our hosts—a family of camel herders living near the dunes—where we will spend the night and experience their nomadic way of life.

Breakfast at the hotel

Nomadic family

Day 3 · Mini-Gobi - Orkhon valley

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   Orkhon Waterfall

   6 hours Admission included

   We will travel to the magnificent Orkhon Valley, a jewel listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

   Throughout the journey you will enjoy breathtaking landscapes where endless steppes and winding rivers blend harmoniously. We will have lunch along the way in the village of Khujirt.

   In the late afternoon, we will be welcomed by a nomadic family known for their warmth and hospitality, where you will experience the authenticity of traditional Mongolian life.

Camp yurt

Day 4 · Orkhon Waterfall – Horseback Riding and Hiking

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   Orkhon Valley

   6 hours

   We will set off for a full day of horseback riding to discover the majestic Orkhon Waterfall.

   Throughout the ride, you will pass through breathtaking landscapes of lush green steppes and shimmering rivers. Upon arrival, you can explore the surroundings and, weather permitting, enjoy a refreshing swim at the foot of the waterfall.

   At the end of the day, we will return to the nomadic family where we are staying.

Homestay (overnight stay with a local family)

Day 5 · Tuvkhun Monastery – Tsenkher Hot Springs

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   Stop 1

   6 hours Admission included

   We will leave our hosts and continue our journey to Tuvkhun Monastery, located at an altitude of 2,400 meters.

   This sacred site, considered one of the important centers of Buddhism in Mongolia, offers an atmosphere of peace and spirituality in the heart of the mountains. After the visit, we will continue our journey to Tsagaan Sum, where we will end the day by relaxing in natural hot springs — a well-deserved moment of rest after this beautiful day of exploration.

Overnight stay in a camp.

Day 6 · Tsetserleg, the capital of Arkhangai Province.

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   Ogii Lake

   6 hours Admission included

   We will travel to Tsetserleg, the charming capital of Arkhangai Province.

   Upon arrival, we will explore the town center, its lively local markets, and the provincial museum, which showcases the history and culture of the region.

   At the end of the day, we will join our new hosts, located in a peaceful green valley, where we will spend the night surrounded by nature.

Overnight at nomadic family

Day 7 · Tsetserleg

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   Ogii Lake

   6 hours

   On our second day with the family, we will set out on another horseback adventure.

   We will ride across the vast Mongolian steppes and enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of breathtaking landscapes.

   In the evening, we will return to our hosts to share a warm and friendly moment over a traditional meal and authentic conversation.

Night EN nomadic family

Day 8 · Tsetserleg – Khorgo-Terkhiin Tsagaan Nuur National Park (Khorgo Volcano and White Lake)

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   Khorgo

   6 hours

   We will travel to Khorgo-Terkhiin Tsagaan Nuur National Park.

   A hike will take us to the crater of Khorgo Volcano, where you can enjoy a spectacular view of the surrounding landscapes.

   In the late afternoon, we will arrive at our campsite, where you will have the opportunity to swim in the lake. In the evening, you can enjoy a warm shower to relax after this wonderful day of exploration.

Overnight at camp

Day 9 · Kharkhorin

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   Khustain Nuruu National Park

   6 hours Admission included

   We will travel to Kharkhorin, the ancient medieval capital of the Mongolian Empire.

   There, we will visit the country’s first monastery, founded in 1586, as well as the city museum and its calligraphy center, which reflects the rich history and culture of the region.

   At the end of the day, we will arrive at our final hosts to enjoy a warm welcome before our last night in the steppes.

Overnight at camp yurt

Day 10 · Kharkhorin - Ulaanbaatar

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   Ulaanbaatar

   4 hours

   After breakfast, we will return to the capital, Ulaanbaatar, and enjoy some free time for Shopping. You will find cashmere, leather goods, and a wide variety of souvenirs, gifts, and keepsakes.

   In the evening, you will experience Mongolian culture through a folk performance, including a concert of traditional music and contortion. You will hear performances featuring the traditional Mongolian instrument, the Morin Khuur, a two-stringed fiddle decorated with a carved horse head; as well as throat singing, once used by shamans to communicate with spirits.

   Finally, a farewell dinner with your team will conclude an excellent journey filled with unforgettable memories.

Overnight stay at a hotel in Ulaanbaatar.

Day 11 · Departure - Return

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   Ulaanbaatar

   one hour

   Transfer from the hotel to Chinggis Khaan International Airport

   Travel time: 60 minutes