| Day 1. Arrive in Ulaanbaatar | Upon arrival in Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia, you’ll be greeted at the airport by our professional team. Then, we drive to the east and reach Gorkhi-Terelj National Park, which is located near Ulaanbaatar, about 80 km. The Park is a great getaway destination for short and long-time visitors. Visit the Temple of Ariyapala and enjoy a stunning view. Explore the famous Turtle Rock and the extraordinary rock formations on horseback riding. Chinggis khan statue complex is located among beautiful natural scenery on the bank of river Tuul, in the place called “Tsonjin Boldog”, memorial place connected with historic events. Evening drive back to UB. Overnight at 4/5* hotel. (LD). |
| Day 2. Flight to Murun | Take an early morning flight (1 hour flight) to Murun and meet by our team & we will drive for almost 2 hrs to Khatgal. On the way, we will stop at 50,100 degrees in energy center of gravity. Then we will reach The Blue Pearl – Khuvsgul Lake, the deepest and purest lake in Mongolia. The lake is one of the few glacial lakes left from the last ice age. As the 2nd largest lake with 262m depth & with only 1 river flowing out of it and 96 rivers flowing in, it is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful lakes in Mongolia We will explore the Khatgal’s local markets, flora & fauna of Khuvsgul lake. Overnight in a ger camp. (BLD) |
| Day 3. Boat tour in the purest Lake | After breakfast, we will hike in the surrounding forest mountains to have a better look of the The blue pearl. Being with the nature allows us to tune in to the infinite wisdom of our highest self. Then we will take a boat tour to one of the islands in Khuvsgul lake. After returning from boat trip, we will get to the reindeer village, where we can experience the unique culture of Tsaatan people, who live in tepees. Overnight at the same ger camp. (BLD) |
| Day 4. Flight back to Ulaanbaatar | We will drive back to the Murun city for your return flight to Ulaanbaatar. Upon arrival in UB, we will do a city site seeing tour. Starting from Gandan monastery, Sukhbaatar main square, the winter palace of Bogd Jabzan Damba Hutagt VIII, Zaisan Memorial, State department store, Museum of Dinosaurs. Overnight in a 4/5* hotel. (BLD) |
| Day 5. Flight to The West (Ulgii city) & Drive to Ulaanhus soum | After early breakfast take flight to Ulgii airport and meet by our local team. After lunch, drive to Ulaanhus soum to a Kazakh nomadic family. We will set up tents near Kazakh family and experience the authentic nomadic daily of a family. Try milking sheeps, goat, making traditional meals. Watering, feeding the livestocks etc. |
| Day 6. Drive to ATB National Park | After breakfast, we will have 4-5 hours of drive to Altai Tavan Bogd Peaks (The Holy Five) via Tsagaan Gol (White river) valley and through Altai Mountains that are Mongolia’s largest and highest mountain range more than 3000-4000 meters high. One famous spot is “Shiveet Hairhan” Sacred Mountain, where we will see the largest rock painting site from the period of the Huns (approx 200 B.C.). Overnights in tent. (BLD) |
| Day 7. Explore the highest peak of Mongolia | We will make soft hiking to the base camp area at the edge of the 20km long Potanin glacier that runs down from the highest mountains in Mongolia. Tavanbogd means “The Holy Five” referring to the peaks of Huiten (4374m and the highest), Naran, Ölgii, Burget and Nairamdal. It is a stunning setting with the awe inspiring massif of high snowcapped peaks. Optional activity to summit the lowest of 5 holy mountains (Malchin), which takes about 7-9 hrs. Evening back to the tents. (BLD) |
| Day 8. Drive to Twin Lakes | After early breakfast, drive towards Khoton & Khurgan lakes, where many Nomadic Kazakh families spend summer. After the wooden bridge on the water channel between the Lakes, we drive to north along the Khoton Lake about 12kms to reach 3 small Rocky Mountains – Biluut 1, 2 & 3. Here you can see the many rock printings (petro-glyphs). Overnights in tents at the base camp. (BLD) |
| Day 9. Baga Turgen Water fall | After breakfast, drive to Baga Turgen Waterfall (15kms) and stop at the parking stations. Then, we will hike for about 30 mins to reach the beautiful waterfall and lunch will be served in lunch boxes. After lunch, drive to tents near Kazakh families and before sunset take great photos with Eagles, nomadic life style, in the evening we will learn how to cook a Kazakh traditional meal (Bes Barmak or Sirney) with the family. |
| Day 10. Drive back to Ulgii | Drive to east via Ulaanhuis over desert mountain landscapes, with the snow-capped Sogoog Mountain as a powerful backdrop and the Altai Mountain range ahead of us. After driving 4-5 hrs, come to Ulgii. Overnight in gercamp/local hotel. (BLD) |
| Day 11. Drive to Tsambagarav National Park | After breakfast, we will drive 4-5hrs & we will pitch camp just on the north side of Tsamba-Garav Uul(one of the highest snowcapped mountains in Mongolia 4208m).The place called “Tavan Belchir”/Five Pastures/. We make soft hiking to see the beautiful snowcapped peaks, rocky valleys and crystal clear spring waters. We visit the nomadic Kazakh and Urianhai (one of western Mongolian ethnic groups) families and feel their grade hospitalities. From North West side of the TsambaGarav Uul we have the chance to hike closer to snow caps. Overnight in nomadic style ger. Set up toilet and shower tents. (BLD) |
| Day 12. Lake Bayan-Nuur | Continue our trek to east. From Tsambagarav Mountains, we drive down to Lake Bayan Nuur, summer pastures of Kazakh nomads. (from over 3000m to 1600m). Coming down to the lakeside you will see the same landscapes with red rocky mountain granites and sandy beaches around the lake itself. There are many water birds here and good for swimming. We drive only 35 km to east and see the biggest Turkic Stone with face. After picnic lunch, drive back to Olgii. Overnight in “Eagle Dreams” hotel. (BLD) |
| Day 13. Flight back to Ulaanbaatar | Early breakfast & transfer to Ulgii airport. Fly back to UB about 3hrs. Transfer to your hotel. You will have a full day to explore the sprawling city of retro architecture, thrilling nightlife, wild traffic and exciting commerce. There’s plenty to see, do and eat – your guide will recommend some of the best places to dine at. (B) |
| Day 14. Departure | After breakfast, transfer to UB airport. Leave only foot prints & take only memories from your Mongolian adventure with Blue Wolf Travel. |
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Mystical Taiga & Trails of ATB National Park (14 days)
