Key Information
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5 star
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December - March
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8 Days, 7 Nights
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dmire wild horses (Takhi), spot wildlife such as red deer, wolves, fox, marmot, explore Khustai National Park, visit Khugnu Khan National Park, walk on Mini Gobi sand dunes (Elsen Tasarhai), explore Karakorum ancient capital, visit history museum, tour Erdene Zuu Monastery (UNESCO heritage), view ancient Buddhist temples, explore Chuluut River Gorge, see volcanic eruption formations, climb Khorgo extinct volcano, enjoy panoramic views of Great White Lake, observe lava-formed landscapes, relax in Tsenkher Hot Springs, take healing mineral baths, shop for cashmere and souvenirs, enjoy Tumen Ekh folk performance, experience Mongolian throat singing, watch contortion performance, listen to traditional musical instruments.
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Wild horses at Khustai National Park, Mini Gobi sand dunes (Elsen Tasarhai), UNESCO Erdene Zuu Monastery, ancient capital Karakorum, breathtaking Chuluut River Gorge, climb Khorgo extinct volcano, scenic Great White Lake, rejuvenating Tsenkher Hot Springs, traditional Tumen Ekh folk performance, Mongolian throat singing & cultural arts.
Itinerary
Hit the road to Khustai nature reserve, the motherland of wild horses – Takhi. Admire the majestic wildlife of the nature reserve as you see dozens of wild animals such as red deer, wolves, fox, marmot, and you will definitely have a chance to see the amazing Takhi grazing around you.
After breakfast, drive to Mini Gobi sand dunes. Then travel to Karakorum, the capital of Mongol Empire in the 13th century and a place of great history, and visit a small but informative history museum. Visit the main attraction, Erdene Zuu Monastery – the first Buddhist monastery in Mongolia and a UNESCO world heritage site.
Head for Khorgo extinct volcano and Great White Lake. On the way stop by Chuluut River Gorge, which witnessed volcanic eruption about eight thousand years ago. Climb up to the extinct volcano and admire the breathtaking scenery. See the ocean of lava that blocked the river and formed the Great White Lake.
After breakfast, drive to Tsenkher Hot Springs. The spa water is 98°C hot. Here you will have opportunities to bathe in the healing spa. Men and women bathe separately. It is an excellent place to relax.
Drive back to Ulaanbaatar. Do cashmere or souvenir shopping before attending an astounding folk performance, Tumen Ekh, which includes Mongolian throat singing, contortion, and traditional musical instruments. After the performance, you will be taken to your hotel.
