CULTURAL EXPLORATIONS
Mongolian Panoramas
TRIP SUMMARY
On this exciting journey, you will be able to imagine yourself being a part of a camel caravan crisscrossing the mighty Gobi Desert. You will ride horses along with descendants of Chinggis and Khubilai Khaan on their home turf. And as a bonus will have a chance to witness the famed Golden Eagle festival in the farwestern province of Bayan Olgii. The Golden Eagle Festival is one of the most anticipated cultural events of local Kazakhs. Every year, both the eagle and the hunter prepare for not only the hunting season but to compete in the annual festival. Winning the games is a prestigious and milestone event in the life of an eagle hunter. Some of the participants come from as far as 250 kms away. Join us on this epic journey to experience the best of Mongolian Panoramas!
Brief Daily Itinerary
Day 1. Arrival in Ulaanbaatar
Enjoy a short city tour followed by a welcome dinner at a fine local restaurant
Day 2. Ulaanbaatar
Spend one full day exploring the sight and sounds of Ulaanbaatar.
Day 3-6. Lake Hovsgol
We will spend these days at the magnificent Lake Hovsgol, hiking and horseback riding along its shoreline.
Day 7-9. Gobi Desert
Visit the vast Gobi Desert and explore its diverse ecosystems, mountains, valleys, desert basins and sand dunes. Enjoy riding two-humped Mongolian camels.
Day 10-15. Altai Mountains and Golden Eagle Festial
Fly to the towering Altai Mountains and meet local Kazakh hunters. Attend the Golden Eagle Festival.
Day. 16-17 Ulaanbaatar
Fly back to Ulaanbaatar and transfer to the airport for your next phase of adventure.
Trip Highlights:
- Travel to the Lake Hovsgol, which contains over 70% of Mongolia’s fresh water and enjoy riding horses, Mongolian style
- Fly to the Gobi desert and enjoy riding two-humped Mongolian camels at Gobi’s largest Hongoryn Els sand dunes.
- Fly west to the remote Altai Mountains to attend the annual Golden Eagle Festival
- Enjoy visit local Kazakh hunter and observe how eagles are trained for hunting
- Enjoy meeting with nomads and exploring the nomadic culture of Mongolia
DATES & PRICING
Trip Date:
Sep 18 – Oct 8, 2023
Price:
2 travelers:
$4,370 per person, standard twin occupancy
3-5 travelers:
$4,250 per person, standard twin occupancy
6-9 travelers:
$3,900 per person, standard twin occupancy
10 and more participants:
$3,780 per person, twin occupancy
Domestic flights:
$690 per person
Optional single supplement:
$650 per person
GALLERY
ACCOMMODATIONS & TRANSPORTATION
Hotel Ulaanbaatar
Hotel Ulaanbaatar is conveniently located in downtown Ulaanbaatar and is a very well established hotel with a friendly staff. All major atractions of UB are located with a walking distance of the hotel.
Ger camps
Outside of Ulaanbaatar, we will stay at cozy and authentic ger camps with western bathroom and restaurant facilities. Most visitors find staying in gers as one of the highlights of their trip to Mongolia.
Land Transportation:
Land transportation is provided by Toyota Land Cruiser jeeps seating 3 passangers per vehicle. Some roads can be bumby and hard but our drivers are some of the most experienced and reliable in the country.