Riding the Mongolian horses is a wonderful experience as these small but fit horses are good at long and tough rides and real friends to human beings. The Mongolian sturdy steeds are one of the biggest features of Genghis Khaan's successes. During the trip you will have opportunities of viewing some endangered wild animals, birds also visiting city ruins from the 13th century and inscribed monument from the 12th century and visiting nomadic families to see how they live and tend their livestock. Let's ride in the beautiful steppes under the blue skies of Mongolia. Novices are welcome!
Gun-Galuut Nature Reserve is one of Mongolia's most wonderful and most beautiful piece of lands. There's plenty to see including endangered animal -Wild Mountain Sheep, as well as some species of endangered bird life like White Napped Crane, White Crane, Whooper swan etc. The horse-riding trip starts from Gün Galuut Nature Reserve. On the horse back you will visit interesting historical sites and beautiful landscapes such as Herleny Hudoo aral, where the great prince Temujin was crowned as Chighis khaan and Erkhet lake etc. One of the great feautures of this trip is that you will camp in tents on the bank of the river Kherlen, under the starry sky of Mongolia.
The health resort of Avarga Toson is on the shores of Avarga Toson Lake, and it was set up as a holiday resort and spa for Mongolian families. The resort offers hot-water baths. The 2 beautiful, small lakes behind the resort are said to contain curative properties.
Khodoo Aral is the place where the big monument of Chinggis Khaan was erected in 1990, to commemorate the 750th anniversary of the writing of "The Secret History of the Mongols". The Secret History of the Mongols which is the first and biggest historical book written on Chinggis Khaan and his warriors' life and wars was believed to be completed here. The symbols on the side of the statue are the brands used by about 300 different clans in the area for marking their livestock.
Your Itinerary
Day 1:
Arrival in Ulaanbaatar. City tour: Gandan monastery a the museum of National History. Drive out of the city to Gun-Galuut Nature Reserve and transfer to Steppe Nomads ger camp.
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Day 2:
Short rides around the ger camp. Ride your horses to Mt. Baits to view Argali wild sheep and other wild animals. Visit Lakes Ayaga and Ikh-Gun to see rare birds of Whooper swan, White crane, Swan goose. Enjoy the fresh air and nature beauty.
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Day 3-4:
Horse riding toward Bayan Ulaan. Enjoy the nature beauty and wilderness. Camping in tents near Bayan Ulaan Mountain.
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Day 5:
Continue the horse riding in the morning toward Khodoo Aral, a historical site. Cross the river Kherlen by the new bridge. Visit Delgerkhaan county on the way.
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Day 6:
Continue the horse riding in the morning toward Khodoo Aral, a historical site.
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Day 7:
Arrive in Khodoo Aral, transfer to ger camp. Rest and shower. Visit the Ritual gers for Genghis Khan and the beautiful monuments of the Khan and his warriors.
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Day 8:
Ride to mineral spring health resort Avarga Toson of Avarga Toson Lake, and toward Mt. Toono Uul. Camping in tents at a beautiful spot.
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Day 9:
Ride to Mt. Toono Uul, a beautiful mountain with ancient rock inscriptions. Camping.
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Day 10:
Arrive at the mountain in the early afternoon. Rest day in the beautiful mountain after many days of ride.
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Day 11:
Ride to Aurag city ruins, which is the remains of Aurag Ord city from Genghis Khan and hear your guide telling about the legends, stories about the ancient city ruins.
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Day 12:
Ride back toward Gun-Galuut in the beautiful nature and wilderness.
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Day 13:
Leave your horses with the horse keepers, pack the truck and drive to Steppe Nomads tourist camp. Hot shower and special dinner for the greatest riders.
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Day 14:
Drive back to Ulaanbaatar, transfer to hotel, visit Bogd Khaan's Palace Museum and see a traditional folklore concert. Shopping.
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Day 15:
Transfer to the airport after breakfast.
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2006 Tour dates: June 1-15, June 16-30, July 1-15, July 16-30, Aug 1-15, Aug 16-30, Sept 1-15.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
3-4 persons: $1835;
5-6 persons: $1500;
7 & more: $1425.
Early booking discount available. 1 free space in every 16 pax! Courier bringing min 6 pax will enjoy discounts! Children of family trips will enjoy discounts!
Included in the price:
- Accommodation in double (hotel, ger camps, tent);
- Guiding and interpreting service;
- Renting transport + driver with petrol, lubricants, 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;
- Horse riding fees with riding saddle + bridle and a horse keeper for every 3-4 pax;
- Cook for camping days;
- Return ticket confirmation.
Not included: International Airfare + Tax, Travel insurances, gratuities.
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