Tour Begins in Ulaanbaatar

Genghis Khan Square - Upon arrival at the airport, you will be transferred to Ulaanbaatar, which means ‘Red Hero.’ Check into your centrally located hotel. Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy a city tour this afternoon, including Sukhbaatar Square and the National Museum of Mongolian History.

Gandantegchenling Monastery - Visit Gandan Monastery, the largest and most significant active monastery in Mongolia, featuring a remarkable 26-meter high statue of a Buddhist figure adorned with precious stones and gold leaf.

In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at one of our preferred restaurants.

Ulaanbaatar – Ulgii

Altai Tavan Bogd National Park - Explore the town and visit the local market to experience the region’s culture and people.

Stock up on snacks and drinks at the local supermarket for your upcoming trek. Dinner will be at a local restaurant tonight.

Ulgii – Tuva Family at Tavan Bogd NP

Altai Tavan Bogd National Park - Embark on a rugged drive through the high desert towards the stunning Tavan Bogd National Park, a vast mountainous area forming a breathtaking natural border between Mongolia, China, and Russia. The park is home to the five ‘saintly’ peaks, including Kuiten Uul, Mongolia’s highest mountain at 4,374 meters.

Meet nomadic Tuva families, indigenous people of Central Asia. Spend time with one family to learn about their lifestyle. Meet guides and hire pack animals for the trek.

Set up camp and prepare luggage for the next three days.

First Day of Trekking Tavan Bogd NP

Altai Tavan Bogd National Park - After breakfast, load camels or horses and begin the trek to the base camp (3100m) of the snow-capped Tavan Bogd massif. The hike ascends steadily over lush alpine tundra and crosses glacial runoffs, which can be muddy. Enjoy views across the glacier with snow-capped peaks in the distance.

Camp for two nights next to the 20km long Potanin glacier, the largest and most impressive of the twenty glaciers in the Mongolian Altai. Take in the awe-inspiring landscape.

Third Day of Trekking Tavan Bogd NP

Altai Tavan Bogd National Park - In the morning, trek up the valley towards the head of Tsagaan Gol valley, where vehicles will be waiting to continue the journey back to the Tuva family, where trekking guides and pack animals were hired.

Take time to rest, enjoy the beautiful surroundings, and reflect on the past few days’ adventures.

Drive to a Kazak Family

Olgiy - Bid farewell to trekking guides and embark on a long drive towards a Kazak family, near the Golden Eagle Hunters Festival.

The journey is invigorating, crossing wide open spaces of high desert and steppe and over high mountain passes. Stay a short distance from the town in gers set up next to the host family. While the accommodation is comfortable, facilities are basic, with washing limited to a bowl of water and a long drop toilet.

In the evening, experience true Kazakh hospitality while learning about the eagle hunters’ nomadic lifestyle and how they train their eagles.

Golden Eagle Hunters Festival

Altai Tavan Bogd National Park - This morning, experience the vibrant color and pageantry of the Golden Eagle Hunters Festival of Altai. Altai’s intimate celebrations offer a chance to enjoy the festival’s splendor and spectacle. Today’s events include the opening ceremony with a parade of eagle hunters in full regalia, competitions testing the agility and mastery of bird and hunter, horse racing, camel racing, equestrian games, and the entertaining ‘Bushkashi’ - goat skin tug-o-war on horseback.

Golden Eagle Hunters Festival (B,L,D)

Altai Tavan Bogd National Park - Return to the festival this morning for more spectacular photo opportunities and another day of exhilarating competition and color on the high desert steppes. In the late afternoon, the festival winners will be announced at the awards ceremony.

Olgii – Ulaanbaatar

Ulaanbaatar Department Store - After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the mid-morning flight to Ulaanbaatar.

Return to UB for further exploration and last-minute souvenir shopping. Cashmere, leather goods, and traditional handicrafts are excellent options, and the guide will recommend the best places to shop.

In the evening, enjoy a concert of traditional Mongolian music and dance, including throat singing, followed by dinner.

Chinghis Khan Statue and Gorkhi-Terelj National Park

Chinggis Khaan Statue - Travel 54km east of the city to visit the giant Genghis Khan statue at Tsonjin Bolog. This impressive statue, approximately 40 meters tall, depicts the Mongolian ruler on horseback, and it’s possible to climb onto the horse’s head for a panoramic view of the surrounding landscape.

Gorkhi Terelj National Park - Continue northwards to Gorkhi-Terelj National Park to see Turtle Rock and visit the Aryabala Meditation Temple, built on a hill with commanding views of the countryside, before returning to UB in the afternoon.

Enjoy a farewell dinner at another of our favorite restaurants in the city.

Tour Concludes

Chinggis Khaan International Airport - Transfer to the airport for departure.

• Admission fees
• Private transportation
• Horse and camel riding
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Airport transfers in Mongolia

• Travel insurance
• International flights and costs for visas
• Video recording or photography fees at sights

Join our top-rated tour that showcases the most stunning and culturally enriching experiences Mongolia has to offer. This remarkable journey blends the awe-inspiring Golden Eagle Festival, the rugged allure of Altai Tavan Bogd trekking, and the tranquil landscapes of Gorkhi-Terelj National Park into one seamless adventure.

Experience ancient Kazakh traditions as skilled eagle hunters demonstrate their expertise at the Golden Eagle Festival. Trek through the magnificent Altai Mountains, home to glacier-capped peaks and pristine wilderness. Then relax in the serene beauty of Terelj, where rolling hills and sacred monasteries invite a deep connection with nature and oneself.

This tour is more than just sightseeing — it’s an incredible way to embrace the true spirit of Mongolia in all its diversity, grandeur, and warmth.

Don’t miss out – book now and experience Mongolia in its fullest glory!

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