Arrival in Ulaanbaatar, dealing with jet lag. Ulaanbaatar city sightseeing: Arrival in Ulaanbaatar, our guide and driver will meet us at the airport and aid with check-in at the central hotel. On Day 2, we take a tour of the city, including the Gandan Buddhist Monastery, Mongolian National Museum and Genghis Monument on the Sukhbaatar Square. L

Ulaanbaatar – Amarbayasgalant - Bulgan - Moren. This morning we drive to the north toward Lake Huvsgul, break our journey in magnificent Amarbayasgalant monastery and the picturesque Bulgan province in the northern Mongolia. On Day 5 we continue the drive through the forest mountains of northern Mongolia to Moren, a small town in the north. B+L+D

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Moren - Uushig Deer Stones - Lake Huvsgul. 3.5 hour drive north with a stop at the famous Uushig Deer Stones from time immemorial takes us to the shores of Lake Huvsgul, called “Mother Ocean” by the locals, enjoy hiking etc. We spend the night at friendly Toilogt ger camp by the lake. Day 7 is spent in leisurely activities and sightseeing on Lake Huvsgul and its surroundings - admire the inspiring beauty of Lake Huvsgul on a panoramic drive to Mt.Khyasaa, visit the Tsaatans "Reindeer people" and enjoy a 2 hour kayaking. B+L+D

Lake Huvsgul - Moren - Jargalant. This morning we rise early to take one last look at the beautiful Lake Huvsgul and then drive to the south toward Karakorum, the ancient capital. We break our journey in Jargalant Hot Springs in the ardent Khangai mountains. B+L+D

Jargalant - Khorgo Terkh - Tsenkher Hot Springs. A drive south takes us to the stunning Lake Terkhiin Tsagaan, surrounded by volcanoes and home to many species of wild bird. We hike to the Khorgo Volcano and other interesting sites in the park. On Day 10 we reach the Tsenkher Hot Springs via lovely Tsetserleg town (Zay Bandida monastery visit included). B+L+D

Ancient capitol Karakorum - Ongi - Bayanzag "Flaming Cliffs". We visit the magnificent Erdene Zuu Monastery, Karakorum Museum and its surroundings then drive to the Great Gobi desert. Visit the Ongi monastery ruins and then reach Bayanzag the Flaming Cliffs - the world famous red cliffs that is a great site for dinosaur remains. B+L+D

Bayanzag - Khongor - Yoliin Am - Tsagaan Suvarga. We continue our journey to the Khongor sand dunes, the largest and the most beautiful sand dunes of Mongolia, where we have the chance to climb to the top for excellent views of the Gobi, or to walk through the green oasis at the base. Then we visit the stunning Yoliin Am Gorge in the Gobi Gurvan Saikhan national park and hike on the Gobi glacier and view wildlife. Then we drive to the north and stop at the fascinating Tsagaan Suvarga - an ancient inland sea & visit the natural "gallery of petroglyph". B+L+D

Tsagaan Suvarga - Ikh Gazariin Chuluu - Gun-Galuut. We drive through the beautiful Gobi deserts capes to the north and reach Ikh Gazariin Chuluu - an interesting granite rock formation in the Middle Gobi. On Day 18 we have a great leisure day in amazing Gun-Galuut, which is located in the valley of the Kherlen River. We hike to Mt. Baits to view the gorgeous Argali mountain sheep and the White Napped Crane, Whooper Swan and other birds. Visit a nomadic family and learn their ways to tend their livestock. Optional fishing or kayaking on the river Kherlen. B+L+D

Gun-Galuut – Giant Genghis Monument - Ulaanbaatar. Some sightseeing. This morning we drive to Ulaanbaatar with a stop at Giant Genghis Monument and transfer to the hotel. Then we visit the Bogd Khaan’s Palace Museum – the residence of the last king of Mongolia and the Buddha Park. Enjoy a traditional folklore concert and farewell dinner in the evening. B+L+D

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Lake Huvsgul - The Blue Pearl of Asia: Lake Huvsgul, the second largest freshwater lake in the world after Lake Baikal in Buryatia, is popular for its pure water, awesome Alpine-like landscapes, wonderful wildlife and the different ethnic people living around it. Lake Huvsgul region is a destination in itself and an entire tour could be devoted to this specific part of Mongolia.

Mongolia Travel info

Khorgo-Terkh National Park is one of the most beautiful national parks in Mongolia with its crystal clear Terkh Lake and the Khorgo Volcano. The nature beauty is awesome here and is a great place for hiking, horse riding and relaxing. You can visit the Hell of Yellow Dog, Ice Hole and the Youth Cave that are pretty impressive!

The city of Karakorum: In 1220 great Chinghis Khaan declared it as the capital city of his vast Empire. Today there are many interesting sites left to visit; the legendary turtle rock sculptures, Buddhist stupas and the ruins of this once great city to name a few. Erdenezuu - the 1st Buddhist monastery in Mongolia was established in 1586. Today Erdenezuu monastery still shows its glory with collections of many priceless religious objects and incredibly beautiful Mongolian arts. It has a massive square wall, 420 meters in length each side, 108 Stupas & 17 temples.

The Gobi Desert is the most mysterious place on earth The Gobi invites you to reveal its secrets. This region is famous for its unique natural formations, many places where you can dig and find real dinosaur fossils, flora and fauna not found anywhere else in the world. There is plenty to photograph- impressive herds of gazelles & sightings of the rare Khulan (Asiatic wild ass).

Bayanzag (Flaming Cliffs) is internationally famous for its fossilized dinosaur remains. Dinosaur nests with eggs were found here as well as whole fossilized skeletons.

The Khongoriin Els sand dunes extend along the northern side of Sevrei and Zuulun mountain ranges. These dunes are 180 km long, 15-20 km wide and up to 200m high. There is a small oasis near Khongoriin gol stream, which flows along the northern edge of the dunes. The scenery here is simply spectacular.

Yoliin Am (Vulture's Gorge) is a narrow valley located in the Zuun Saikhan Mountain range, with thick pieces of ice almost all year around hidden in its depths. This area is home to rare animals such as the Argali (wild sheep) and Ibex as well as Vultures and other large birds.

Gun-Galuut Nature Reserve is truly the marvellous combination of high mountains, colourful flowers, pretty lakes, rivers and wetland waters with full of waterbirds including some rare and endangered species like the Argali wild sheep, Siberian White Cranes, Hooded Cranes, White-Naped Cranes, Whooper Swans etc. Argali Wild Mountain Sheep is rare, endangered species in the world. You can photograph herds of Argali from the closest distance in Baits & Berkh mountains.