Kharkhorin, the Capital of Khans

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Overview of the diversity of Mongolian countryside

Historical and cultural trip in the former Empire of Khans

Introduction to nomad way of life

Tour Overview

If you are planning to stay 5 days in the land of blue sky, this tour would be perfect for you. You will discover the diversity and wilderness of its wide open space.

On first day, you will leave Ulan Bator to discover the Khustain Nuruu National Park where you cwill be able to observe Przewalski horses in their natural habitat.

After, you will drive through the steppe to reach the city of Kharkhorin. Nearby are the ruins of the former capital of Empire of Mongolia, Karakorum. This city was built by Genghis Khan in the 12th century on the shore of the Orkhon River. You will visit the monastery of Erdene Zuu with its 108 stupas.

The next day, you will drive to the Khognokhaan National park, a very special area where steppe, taiga and sand dunes meet around the sacred mountain of Khognokhaan. There you will visit a tiny Buddhist monastery. You will stayovernight in a teepee before coming back to the bustling life of the Mongolian capital.

Day 1
Meeting in Ulan Bator and drive to the Khustain Nuruu National Park. Move in our yurt. Lunch. Excursion to watch Takh' (mongolian name to say "Przewalski horses"). This horse has never been successfully domesticated and is the last species of a "true" wild horse in the whole world. Overnight in yurt camp. 2- to 3-hour drive by 4x4.
Day 2
Drive to Karakorum, the site of the ruins of the former capital of Genghis Khan, near the modern city of Kharkhorin. Visit of the ruins of this magnificent capital of the 12th century. Visit of the magnificent Buddhist Monastery of Erdene Zuu, built in the 16th century by a local Prince. Overnight in yurt camp. 4-hour drive by 4x4.
Day 3
Drive to the Khognokhaan National Park. Its ecosystem is especially interesting as it combines steppe, taiga, sand dunes and amazing rock formations. Visit of Monastery of Erdene Khambiin. Horse trekking towards to sand dunes. Overnight in teepee. 2- to 3-hour drive by 4x4.
Day 4
Drive back to Ulan Bator. Lunch. Transfer to hotel. Free time. Traditional Mongolian show at 6 pm with concert of throat singing and morin khuur. End of the programme. 2- to 3-hour drive by 4x4.

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Price includes

Transfers in Irkutsk
English-speaking guide
Accommodation as per itinerary
Transport as per itinerary
Meals
Excursions and visits as per itinerary
Administrative registration
Reserves and national parks entrance permissions
Letter of invitation
Horse and equipment rental

Price does not include

Medical insurance
Personal expenses and tips
Transfer from airport / railway station on first day
Transfer to airport / railway station on last day
Optional activities

For more info, please download the detailed description of the trip.

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