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Nomadic Mongolia
14 days, Ulaanbaatar to Ulaanbaatar
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Long after the reign of Genghis Khan, nomadism remains a way of life in modern Mongolia. But with so much to see and do here, it’s only natural that people would want to move about and explore. This adventure taps into the nomadic lifestyle embraced by almost 40% of the local population, travelling through ruggedly beautiful gorges and sandstone mountains in search of golden eagles, desert gazelles and the Mongolian horse. And when you’re not moving, you’ll experience local customs up close, exploring rural villages and sleeping in traditional ger tents.
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Trip Code: AMNA
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Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating: 3 - Average
Some tours may include light hiking, biking, rafting, or kayaking in addition to walking.
Trip Type: Small Group
Small group experience; Max 15, avg 12
Age requirement: 12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
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Itinerary
Day 1Ulaanbaatar
Arrive at any time.
Day 2Ulaanbaatar
Enjoy a morning city tour including visits to Gandan Monastery, Bogd Khan Palace, and Zaisan Hill, then spend a free afternoon exploring the city. Make sure you stop for a cold one at the local Chinggis Brewery.
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BreakfastDay 3Ulaanbaatar/Baga Gadzrïn Chuluu
Drive to the Dungobi Aimag region – Middle Gobi – stopping at the Choir Monastery on the way. Spend the night at the first Mongolian ger camp.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 4Baga Gadzrïn Chuluu/Gurvan Saikhan
Spend two days in Gobi Gurvansaikhan National Park in a ger camp. Look for vultures, wild Argali sheep, desert gazelles, and golden eagles. Explore flaming cliffs and opt to go on a hike or two.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 5Gurvan Saikhan
Explore more of the park looking for wild animals. Visit the flaming cliffs and opt for a hike or two.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 6Gurvan Saikhan/Bayangovĭ
Drive to Khongoryn Els. Enjoy the activities the Gobi Desert has to offer— hiking in sand dunes, visit a nomadic camel-herding family and try riding camels.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 7Bayangovĭ/Ongiin Hiid
Drive through western parts of the Gobi Desert. In the surrounding mountains, visit the ruins of the Hoshuu and Ongiin Khiid monasteries.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 8Ongiin Hiid/Nomad Camp
Leave the Gobi Desert and drive through the Mongolian grasslands. Spend the with a local nomadic family, observing how they live. Enjoy a traditional meal with them.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 9Nomad Camp/Tsenkher
Journey to Tsenkher Hot Springs. Visit the springs and soak in their healing powers.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 10Tsenkher
Enjoy a relaxing time at the ger camp at Tsenkher Hot Springs. Visit the springs and soak in their healing powers. Opt to go horseback riding or hang out with the locals.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 11Tsenkher/Kharkhorin
Drive to Karakorum, the ancient capital of Mongolia. Visit the Erdene Zuu Monastery, the first centre of Lama Buddhism in Mongolia.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 12Kharkhorin/Khustai National Park
Stay in Khustai National Park—home of Mongolian wild horses. Here, look for Takhi horses in their natural habitat.
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Breakfast | Lunch | DinnerDay 13Khustai National Park/Ulaanbaatar
Drive back to the capital for last minute sightseeing. Opt to see a local cultural show, an excellent display of dancing and Mongolian throat singing.
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Breakfast | LunchDay 14Ulaanbaatar
Depart at any time.
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BreakfastWhat's Included
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Ulaanbaatar guided city tour including Gandan Monastery and Bogd Khan Palace
- Mongolian ger stays
- Yolyn Am National Park stay
- Gobi Desert stay
- Ongiin Khiid Monastery entrace
- Mongolian Grasslands stay
- Tsenger Hot Springs stay
- Karakorum monument entrance
- Khustai National Park entrance
- Mongolian barbecue
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (3 nts), ger camps (9 nts, shared facilities), family stay or tent camping (1 nt, multi-share, no facilities).
Meals
13 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 10 dinners
Allow USD75-100 for meals not included.
Transportation
Private van, 4x4 vehicle, walking.
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Departures
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