Northern Mongolia Tour

Northern Mongolia Tour- 12 days,

North Mongolia is a main travel destination of Mongolia. The highlight of Mongolia’s northern provinces, an alpine region bordering the forests of Siberia, is pristine Lake Hovsgol, known as Mongolia’s “dark blue pearl.” Believed to be several million years old, Mongolia’s deepest freshwater lake is surrounded by dozens of small rivers and streams that empty into its waters, pristine taiga forest, and valleys and meadows rich with wildflowers.

Duration-12 days/11 nights

Group size– 2- 6 travelers

Departure -May to September. Dates are flexible and able to customize.

Activities –horse riding, camel riding, historical sites and cultural experiences

Location– Khuwsgul Lake and Central Mongolia

DAY 1 AMARBAYASGALANT MONASTERY

Drive to Amarbayasgalant monastery. Amarbayasgalant is one the largest monasteries, too, and it also considered architecturally the most beautiful. Unfortunately, some buildings were damaged during the religious purges of the 1930s and 10 of the 37 temples were destroyed. Restoration work was completed recently with the help of UNESCO.

DAY 2 URANTOGOO UUL

After having breakfast, we will drive to the mountain called Uran Togoo which is an extinct volcano which is another attractive destination of Northern Mongolia which located about 60kms from Bulgan city.

DAY 3 KHUVSGUL LAKE

Today we will drive to Huvsgul Lake, the deepest and purest lake in Mongolia. Known as the Blue Pearl of Mongolia, it borders Siberia and has magnificent landscape views.

DAY 4 KHUWSGUL LAKE

In the morning we will hike in the surrounding forest mountains to have a better look of the crystal blue lake.

DAY 5 SHINE-IDER

We will do a full day of driving to the Shine ider village of Khuvsgul province.

DAY 6 TERKH WHITE LAKE

Today we drive to Terkh white lake. It is an astonishingly beautiful lake with relatively pure fresh water. Torrents of lava issuing from the Khorgo volcano blocked the north and south Terkh rivers, so forming the dammed lake of Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake at an altitude of 2060 meters above sea level.

DAY 7 TERH & HORSE TRIP TO KHORGO VOLCANO

After breakfast at 10:00 am, start your horse trip to volcano with well trained local guide and your tour guide. Before riding your guide will give you clear instruction about horse riding.

DAY 8 TSENKHER HOT SPRINGS

After breakfast we drive to the Tsenhker Hot Spring. About 10 liters 90 degrees Celsius hot water effuses per second containing rich minerals. Sitting in the hot spring in the middle of forest and exploring deep into the stars beyond the skies can be the relaxation you have been looking for. Here you will have opportunities to have bath in the healing spa. Men and women bathe separately. It is an excellent place to relax.

DAY 9 ORKHON WATERFALL

Drive to Orhon Waterfall, which was formed by volcanic eruptions about 20.000 years ago, the waterfall cascades from a height of 20 km. It is a scenic, tranquil spot and the surrounding nature is undisturbed, where is hiking.

DAY 10 KHARKORUM

Early morning we will drive to Kharkhorum ancient capital city .Kharkhorum was the capital of the Mongolian Empire between 1235 and 1260, and the Northern Yuan in the 14–15th centuries. Genghis Khan set up the first plan to build the capital and after his death, his son Ugudei continued the construction and established the capital. As Ugudei wanted Kharkhorum to be the finest capital, skilled workers from foreign countries built many great features. You can find Erdene Zuu Khiid there too which is considered as one of the earliest monastery in Mongolia. Explore Erdene Zuu Monastery and modern style historical Museum . Visit to some other sightseeing.

DAY 11 SEMI GOBI

Drive to Semi-Gobi. Imagine a picture that consists of Rocky Mountains in the back, sand dunes extending on the right sand of the dunes, green trees in and aside the dunes, a river flowing along the dunes. That is what Semi-Gobi looks like. Relax in Semi-Gobi. Trekking to the mountains, Camel riding.

DAY 12 DRIVE BACK ULAANBAATAR

Drive back to UB, on the way having lunch. Northern Mongolia Tour,Experience Northern Mongolia Tour.

We offer 2 different type of tour arrangements for our customers.
Note: Difference between Standard and Budget is the accommodation. Budget tour includes stay in nomadic family ger, standard tour includes stay at Ger camps which are a kind of 3*hotel standard.

Accommodation difference

Budget arrangement

2 person-$1140 per person

3 person-$936 per person

4 person-$816 per person

5 person-$696 per person

6 person-$660 per person

Standard arrangement

2 person-$1800 per person

3 person-$1560 per person

4 person-$1380 per person

5 person-$1200 per person

6 person-$1080 per person

Included

Breakfast- 11, Lunch- 12, Dinner-11
Traditional Barbecue Khorkhog-1
Accommodation
Ger camp 11 N-Standard
Ger Guesthouse 10 N, Ger camp 1 N-Budget
English speaking tour guide/cook
Driver+ fuel+4WD vehicle / Minivan
Camel riding and horse riding
Entrance fees for the parks and museums indicated in the program
Daily drinking water (1.5 liter per person per day)
Pick up and drop off from / to airport or train station

Not included

International Airfare
Personal items
Alcoholic drinks and snacks
Travel insurance
Accommodation in UB

Guide- An English speaking Mongolian guide will accompany the group at all times. The guide will be a native Mongolian person with great local knowledge who can deal with any requests and ensure that your holiday to become one of the most unforgettable experiences of your life.

Vehicle- Road Mongolia is tough and it requires excellent vehicles with experienced drivers. We ensure reliable and excellent vehicle including 4wd Japanese Mini-van and Korean Van

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CONTACT DIRECTLY uunaa.mongol@gmail.com

Northern Mongolia Tour