3 DAY TOURS
Kharakhorum & Erdenezuu Monastery Tour
(Date: June to September)
Trip Summary
This 3-day adventure takes you from Ulaanbaatar to Karakorum, the historic site of Genghis Khan’s ancient capital, You’ll visit Erdene Zuu Monastery, the Kharkhorin Museum, and the Orkhon Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Continue driving to Khustai National Park, where you’ll spot the rare Przewalski’s horses and explore the scenic grasslands. This journey blends history, nature, and adventure for an unforgettable Mongolian experience.
Trip Highlights
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT…
- Insightful visits to ancient historical and cultural landmarks
- Opportunities to observe wildlife in their natural habitat
- Guided tours and storytelling by experienced local guides
- Scenic drives through Mongolia’s vast, dramatic landscapes
- Comfortable accommodations and hearty local meals
- A blend of cultural immersion and nature-based exploration
THIS TRIP IS PERFECT FOR…
- History buffs eager to trace the footsteps of the Mongol Empire
- Nature lovers looking to spot rare wildlife and experience the Mongolian steppe
- Adventurous travelers seeking an immersive, off-the-beaten-path experience
- Short-term visitors wanting a rich, meaningful trip in just three days
- Families and small groups looking for an educational and inspiring getaway
Trip Map & Itinerary
After breakfast, drive to kharakhorum (6-7 hours), stopping at Moltsog Sand Dunes for lunch. Kharakhorum, once the capital under Ogedei Khan, is set in the Orkhon River Valley, rich with archaeological sites, including ancient burial sites and ruins predating Chinggis Khan. Destroyed by the Ming Dynasty in the 14th century, its remains were used to build the Erdene Zuu Monastery. In the evening, enjoy optional hikes or visit a nomadic herder family. Dinner and overnight at a local ger camp. (Ger Camp; L, D)
After breakfast at the ger camp, visit the Erdene Zuu Monastery and the newly built Kharakhorum Museum. After lunch, drive back to Ulaanbaatar, stopping at Hustai National Park for dinner and overnight. Hustai is one of three sites where the wild Takhi, or Przewalski’s Horse, has been reintroduced. Extinct in the wild in Mongolia by the late 1960s, these horses were bred in European zoos and reintroduced into three habitats. In Hustai, we’ll have the chance to see these majestic horses in their natural steppe habitat—one of the few successful reintroductions of a large mammal after local extinction. (Ger Camp; B, L, D)
In the morning, explore the park with an optional visit to a local herder family and the Ongot monuments—ancient stone structures located just outside the western border of Khustai National Park, composed of several granite statues. These monuments date back to the Turkic period, between the 6th and 8th centuries. After exploring the site, enjoy lunch at the camp before returning to Ulaanbaatar in the afternoon, arriving before dinner. (B, L)
Pricing
- All sightseeing excursions including all admission fees;
- All transfers;
- All meals indicated as B, L, D;
- English speaking national guide throughout your stay;
- Bottled water per person per day.
- International airfare;
- Personal laundry;
- Drinks not mentioned in the itinerary;
- Travel insurance and Medical evacuation costs;
- Excess baggage charges, Visa fees;
- Gratuities;
- Photography and video fees and any other item not mentioned as included.
