You will visit the first center of Tibetan Buddhism in Mongolia - the Erdenezuu monastery and the ruins of the capital city from the ancient empire and will also enjoy the beautiful marble monuments from the Turkish period 5-7 Century AD and its stories. On the way back to Ulaanbatar we will stop at beautiful Khustai National Park to see the only living wild horse in the world - the Takhi aka Przewalski horse.
Erdenezuu ("One Hundred Treasures") was the first Buddhist monastery in the Mongolian Empire. It was established in 1586 on the orders of Abtai Sain Khaan, a direct descendent from Genghis Khaan. The monastery has a massive square wall, 420 meters in length each side, a total of 108 Stupas and 17 temples. Today Erdenezuu monastery still shows its glory with collections of many priceless religious objects and incredibly beautiful Mongolian arts.
Your Itinerary
Day 1:
Arrival in Ulaanbaatar, meet at Buyant Ukhaa airport, transfer to hotel, city tour: visit Gandan Monastery, Natural History Museum and National History museum.
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Day 2:
Drive to famous Gun-Galuut Nature Reserve, hiking / optional horse riding to Mt Baits for wildlife viewing, to the river Kherlen for birdwatching. Steppe Nomads camp.
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Day 3:
Drive to Elsen tasarhai through the green grassland with a stop in Ulaanbaatar for lunch, arrive at the stunning sand dunes, streams and rocky mountains, hiking around, Ger camp overnight.
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Day 4:
Drive to Kharakhorum, visit the historic site -Erdene-Zuu monastery and its surroundings like ruins of Tumen Amgalant Palace and the Phallic Rock.
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Day 5:
Visit the Khoshoo Tsaidam Monuments from the Turkic period and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Central Mongolia.
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Day 6:
Drive back towards Ulaanbaatar, transfer to Hustai National Park, where the Takhi wild horses graze peacefully with other wild animals. Ger camp overnight.
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Day 7:
Drive back to Ulaanbaatar, sightseeing in city: visit Bogd Khan's palace and Zaisan memorial and shopping Traditional Folklore Concert by Tumen Ekh ensemble.
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Day 8:
Transfer to the airport after breakfast.
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2006 Tour dates: May 15-22, May 24-31; June 4-11, June 18-25, July 16-23, July 30-06, Aug 13-20, Aug 23-30, Sept 3-10; Sept 17-24.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
2 persons: $1023;
3-5 persons: $915;
6 and more persons: $725.
1 free space for 16 PAX! Children of family trip and courier brining at least 6 pax will enjoy great discounts! Early booking discounts are available!
Included in the price:
- Accommodation in double occupation in hotel, ger camps;
- Guiding and interpreting service;
- Renting transport + driver with petrol, lubricants and maintenance;
- All meals according to the itinerary (all kinds of drinks are on your own);
- Sightseeing and cultural show admissions according to the itinerary;
- Entrance fees for protected areas and national parks;
- Return ticket confirmation.
Not included: Visa cost, International Airfare, Travel insurance.
Note: Single supplement ($120) available.
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Mongolia
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