Kharkhorin Ancient Capital City

Ovorkhangai - Ulaanbaatar – Kharhorin 365km
● Begin the day with a drive to Kharhorin, the historic capital of the Great Mongolian Empire in the 13th century. Despite its status as an ancient capital, few remnants remain. Visit “Erdene Zuu,” one of the largest and oldest Buddhist monasteries, built on the ruins of Kharhorin in 1586. It survived the communist purges of 1937 and was reopened as a museum.
● Explore the local museum in Kharhorin city, showcasing Mongolian history from the early Stone Age to the Great Mongolian Empire. The museum features a remarkable collection of artifacts from excavations around Kharhorin and the Orkhon Valley. Afterward, visit other sites like the phallic rock and Turtle rocks.

Orkhon Valley

Ovorkhangai - Kharhorin- Orkhon Valley 200km
● Visit the Orkhon Waterfall, located at the confluence of the Ulaan and Orkhon rivers. Locals sometimes call it Ulaan Tsutgalan, meaning Red Fall. It is the largest waterfall in Mongolia, known for its height and width. During rainy seasons, it creates stunning rainbows.
● Enjoy a horse ride in the valley.

Horse Trekking to Eight Lakes

Ovorkhangai - Orkhon Waterfall- Eight Lakes approx. 4-5 hours horse ride
• Embark on a horse journey to the remote Eight Lakes. The trail is rugged and challenging due to lava stones, yet it offers breathtaking views. Upon arrival, visit several lakes surrounded by larch forests and lush meadows. The high altitude keeps the area cool, with occasional snow in August or September.

Hiking to Shireet Lake

Ovorkhangai - • Enjoy a leisurely day with a mild hike to Shireet Lake, the largest of the Eight Lakes. Dismount the horses and hike to discover the area’s beauty, arriving at Lake Shireet, considered the most beautiful. Explore the surroundings.
• Return to the host family to enjoy simple pleasures of nomadic life, such as drinking yak milk tea, playing anklebones, watching the sunset, or stargazing.

Horse Trekking Back to Bodon Pass

Ovorkhangai - • Ride horses back to Bodon Pass, where vans will be waiting. Drive to the waterfall area.

Tuvkhun Monastery

Ovorkhangai - Orkhon Valley – Tuvkhun Monastery 70km
• Drive to Tuvkhun Monastery and trek through mountains and forests to reach it. Zanabazar, Mongolia’s first religious leader, created the Soyombo alphabet here. The monastery is 2312 meters (1.44 miles) above sea level, offering a stunning view of the Khangai range. Enjoy a picnic in this exceptional setting, overlooking the Orkhon Valley.

Tsenkher Hot Spring

Ovorkhangai - Tuvkhun Monastery – Tsenkher Hot Spring 90km
• Tsenkher is one of the largest natural hot springs in the area, with a temperature of 86°C. It is renowned for its healing properties, high flow rate, alkalinity, and fluoride and sulfur content. The hot spring is ideal for relaxation and health restoration. Enjoy an outdoor hot tub, cold beer, and beautiful scenery. Optional hiking and a great spot for wildflower enthusiasts.
• Ample time will be provided to soak in the hot pool.

Khugnu Khaan Nature Reserve

Bulgan Province - Tsenkher Hot Spring – Khugnu Khaan Natural Reserve 220km
● Continue to Khugnu Khaan Nature Reserve, a unique area combining mountains, forests, steppes, deserts, a small lake, and a mineral water spring. It offers diverse natural scenery and represents different natural zones. The area is perfect for hiking and climbing.
● Experience Mongolian hospitality with locals.
● Enjoy camel riding on the dunes.

Khustai National Park and Ulaanbaatar

Töv - Khugnu Khaan Natural Reserve – Ulaanbaatar 280km
● On the way to Ulaanbaatar, stop at Khustai National Park, home to Przewalski wild horses, known as “Takhi” in Mongolian. These are the last wild horses in the world. Since their reintroduction, the park now hosts around 300 wild horses.
● The park’s diverse ecosystems support abundant wildlife, including 46 mammals, 172 birds, 2 amphibians, 3 reptiles, 16 fish, and over 289 insect species.

• Lodging in ger camps or with a nomadic family
• Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
• Horse and Camel riding experiences
• All park entrance fees included
• Arrival and departure transfers
• Guided services throughout the tour

• • Accommodation in a hotel or hostel in Ulaanbaatar
• • Travel insurance, medical insurance
• • Alcoholic beverages

Explore the essence of Mongolia in just one week and uncover its allure and enchantment. The heartland of Mongolia offers a diverse array of landscapes, including expansive valleys, lush meadows, dense pine forests, lava fields, and abundant flora and fauna. In addition, it boasts magnificent historical and cultural sites. By journeying through the Mongolian Heartland, you can experience much of the traditional nomadic lifestyle, visit the former capital of the Great Mongolian Empire, and explore the oldest Buddhist Monastery, Erdene-Zuu. Excitement awaits as you venture towards the Khangai Mountains, where a horse trekking adventure will lead you to the secluded Eight Lakes through the historic Orkhon Valley, providing an authentic horse riding experience akin to a Mongolian rider. Ride a camel across the dunes of Elsen Tasarkhai and witness the Takhi, also known as Przewalski horses, the only surviving species of wild horses in the world.

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