Itinerary

1. Day 1: Ulaanbaatar Exploration

   • Upon arrival at Genghis Khan New Airport, meet the team. Then, transfer to the centrally located hotel in Ulaanbaatar (check-in after 2:00 PM).
   • Begin the Ulaanbaatar City tour by visiting Gandantegchinlen Monastery, a restored Tibetan-style Buddhist monastery.
   • Attend a Buddhist ceremony at 10:00 AM.
   • Explore a small museum of dinosaur fossils, including the Tarbosaurus bataar. Learn about the legal battle over the Tarbosaurus bataar fossil and Nicolas Cage's involvement.
   • See a statue of Genghis Khan, inaugurated in 2006. Lunch at a traditional local restaurant.
   • Visit the National History Museum, showcasing artifacts from Mongolia and Central Asia. Transfer to the hotel for an overnight stay. (Dinner not included)

2. Day 2: Genghis Khan Statue and Gorkhi/Terelj National Park Exploration

   • Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel, and meet the team at the hotel reception at 08:30 AM
   • Depart for the 40-meter Genghis Khan Statue, located 55km northeast of Ulaanbaatar. The statue symbolically points east towards Genghis Khan's birthplace.
   • Explore the Genghis Khan Statue Complex, featuring a 10-meter tall visitor centre with 36 columns representing the Khans. Visitors can walk to the head of the horse for a panoramic view.
   • Continue the drive north to reach Gorkhi/Terelj National Park. Admire the grasslands and breathtaking vistas. The valley spans about 20 km/12 miles and is situated at 1600m.
   • Engage in activities like hiking, trekking, and even rock climbing amidst natural steep granite walls. Discover the Turtle-shaped original giant rock, a symbol of the national park.
   • Embark on an easy trek to Arryabal Meditation Temple, located on top of a small hill.
   • Drive back to Ulaanbaatar, absorbing the scenic surroundings. Transfer to the hotel for an overnight stay. Dinner is not included.

   Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

3. Day 3: Authentic Mongol Nomad Show and Wild Horses Adventure

   • Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel, and meet the team at the hotel reception at 08:00 AM
   • Drive west in a comfortable 4WD vehicle (35-40 km/25 miles, 1.30 hrs) to witness the Authentic Mongol Nomad Show, showcasing the traditional lifestyle of Mongolian nomads. 
   • Learn about the breeding and use of five types of livestock, experience the movement from one place to another using ox, yak, camel, and horse carts, observe herding animals, and witness demonstrations of milking and making dairy products.
   • Enjoy a Mongolian folk song, engage in Mongolian archery, traditional games, felt-making, tanning, and cart transportation demonstrations.
   • Proceed to Hustain Nuruu National Park (80 km/50 miles, 1.30 hrs). Explore the park, home to the Przewaslki or Takhi, the last species of wild horse on the planet.
   • Learn about the history of the Takhi and efforts to prevent their extinction. Visit a small museum dedicated to the conservation and protection of Przewaslki Horses. Embark on an excursion through the park's interior, observing the wild horses (bring binoculars). Spend the night in a Tourist Gers Camp, surrounded by the natural beauty of Hustain Nuruu National Park.

   Meals included: B, L, D

4. Day 4: Karakorum Exploration

   • Begin the day with a hearty breakfast. Travel to Karakorum, the 13th-century capital of Genghis Khan in Central Mongolia. The city served as the heart of the mighty Mongolian Empire and the cradle of Mongolian civilization. The distance is about 330km/205 miles, and it takes approximately 3-4 hours by road.
   • Explore the historic city, known for its ornate buildings. Notable landmarks include the 2500 sq. meters Palace of Worldly Peace.
   • Enjoy leisure time for walks through the scenic Orkhon River Valley or relaxation. Spend the night in a Tourist Gers Camp.

   Meals included: B, L, D

5. Day 5: Karakorum Exploration

   • Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel, and meet the team at the hotel reception. Head to the hill overlooking Karakorum and the Orkhon River.
   • Explore the Monument to the Mongol States, built in 2004, featuring a shamanic ovoo and colourful mosaics.
   • Explore the legendary Erdene Zuu (Hundred Treasures) Monastery and visit the Turtle Monument and the Karakorum Museum.
   • Learn about the relics of the ancient Mongol Empire capital.
   • Depart towards Gokhturk museum in Khoshoo Tsaidam with the Orkhon inscriptions from the early 8th century.
   • Depart by embankment towards Lake Ugii and learn details about the diverse bird species found in the area and the importance of Lake Ugii as a breeding and stopping place for migratory birds.
   • Opportunity for ornithological observation and bird photography. Optional activities include horseback riding, fishing, boat rides, and kayaking. Additional fees apply for optional activities. Reminder to bring binoculars for birdwatching. Spend the night in Tourist Gers Camp, situated close to Lake Ugii.

   Meals Included: B, L, D

6. Day 6: Tsenkher Hot Springs Retreat

   • Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel, and meet the team at the hotel reception. Depart for Tsenkher Hot Springs Resort via Khoshoo Tsaidam road (approx. 198km, 4 hours). Located near the Khangai mountains in Arkhangai province, it offers a forested retreat.
   • Experience the sulphurous hot springs with temperatures exceeding 80 degrees. Delight in a one-hour relaxation session in the healing Tsenkher hot springs. Encounter nomadic families grazing their herds in the area—horses, yaks, sheep, and bulls. Overnight stay at a Tourist Gers Camp.

   Meals Included: B, L, D

7. Day 7: Elsen Tasarkhai Dunes and Khugnu Khan Peak Nature Reserve

   • Enjoy a hearty breakfast at the hotel, and meet the team at the hotel reception. Head to Elsen Tasarkhai Dunes, also known as the Bayangobi Desert, a 4-5 hour drive (approx. 280km/123 miles).
   • Explore the vast desert sand dunes spanning 80 km in a beautiful valley. Enjoy opportunities for hiking, walking through the dunes, and capturing scenic landscapes.
   • Visit an authentic nomadic family with Bactrian camel farms.
   • Experience a one-hour camel excursion to cross the dunes.
   • Depart for the Khugnu Khan Peak Nature Reserve (approx. 15.2km/10 miles, 30 min). Explore the 1967-meter-high peak with hiking possibilities.
   • Walk to the small functional temple 'Uvgun,' destroyed in 1660 but reopened in 1992. Return to the Tourist Gers Camp (approx. 15.2km/10 miles, 30 min).

   Meals Included: B, L, D

8. Day 8: Return to Ulaanbaatar and Shopping

   • Embark on the return journey to Ulaanbaatar, covering approximately 280km/123 miles. Anticipate a 4-5 hour drive, subject to traffic conditions, at the entrance to Ulaanbaatar.
   • Use this travel time to make any final purchases of Mongolian souvenirs. Look for opportunities to buy authentic Mongolian cashmere products. Upon reaching Ulaanbaatar, transfer to the hotel for check-in. Spend the night at the hotel.

   Note: Hotel rooms are accessible after 2:00 PM on the day of arrival.

   Meals Included: B, L

9. Day 9: Departure

   • Check-out by noon and transfer to Ulaanbaatar New Airport for departure.