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Essence of Mongolia - 3 Days

3 Days Starting and ending in Ulaanbaatar

Visiting: Ulaanbaatar, Gurvanbulag Community Travel, Elsen Tasarkhai, Hustain Nuruu - Biosphere Reserve - Hustai National Park

Tour operator:

Tour Mongolia

Tour code:

THTB/1904

Specialist Group:

18-30 Somethings

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

1 - 4

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

5-85

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians, Meat

Tour operated in:

English , German

Private Available:

From:

$515

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Tour Overview

The Essence of Mongolia is an activity-packed tour into central Mongolia. Visit the Khogno Khan Reserve, and the dunes at Elsen Tasarkhai before venturing to the Hustai National Park to see the wild Takhi horses and plenty of other wildlife. This condensed trip lets you experience as much of Mongolia as possible in three days. Overnight, stay at authentic guest gers next to local nomadic families. Learn about your hosts’ culture and traditions, socialize with them, ride horses and Bactrian camels, hike, and visit hilltop temples. This all-encompassing trip contains most of what Mongolia offers, including must-dos and must-sees, and is perfect for those with limited time in the country.

Highlights

Visit the Buddist center which contains standing huge golden Buddha statue. Explore morning rituals and hear their chants.
Stay overnight in authentic gers of horse and camel herder nomadic families.
Ride Mongol horses and Bactrian camels during this trip.
Wild life tracking - Wild 'Takhi' Horses in the Hustai National Park.

Places You'll See

Gandan Monastery

Nomadic Life

Gate Of Buddhist Temple

Wild Horse

Nomadic Life

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Gandan Monastery - Gurvanbulag - Nomad Family

Location: Ulaanbaatar, Gurvanbulag Community Travel

Accommodation: Homestay, Guest ger alongside the nomad family

Accommodation Name: Ger (Yurt)

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

After meeting your guide at 08:30 am in your hotel or another Ulaanbaatar location of your choice board the vehicle for a morning visit at the Gandan Monastery in the western part of the city. Take a guided tour of the temples and see the monks chanting. Then head west to the northern part of the Gobi onto Gurvanbulag, where you will be staying at a guest ger alongside a nomadic family. The drive is mostly on a paved road and should take 4 hours (280km). On arrival, enter the family ger and experience nomadic hospitality — sample milk tea, homemade yoghurts, and curds, learning about the nomadic way of life and your hosts’ traditions. In the afternoon, if you are up for it, ride a horse to the nearby sand dunes — or you can walk if you prefer. The distance is not long, just 3km each way. In the evening enjoy a traditional nomadic meal of Buuz (steamed dumplings) or khorkhog (mutton seared with hot stones) — you can also help with cooking if you want.

Day 2 : Khogno Khan — Uvgun Temple — Elsen Tasarkhai Dunes — Camel Riding

Location: Elsen Tasarkhai

Accommodation: Homestay, HomestayGuest ger alongside the nomad family

Accommodation Name: Ger (Yurt)

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After a home-cooked breakfast say goodbye to your hosts and drive for 1.5 hours (55km) to Khogno Khaan nature reserve — the site of the Uvgun temple complex. Khogno Khan is an area where taiga meets rolling steppes and north Gobi’s sand dunes. Hike a short distance to the Uvgun temples which were built in the 17th century by Zanabazar but destroyed in the 1930s during communist purges. After coming down to the vehicle drive 25km to the Elsen Tasarkhai sand dunes, where you will stay next to a family of camel herders. Settle into your ger and once your camels are ready, mount up for a 1-hour Bactrian ride into the dunes, taking time for photographs from the camelback. In the evening return to your hosts and enjoy a home-cooked dinner, socializing in the evening over fermented mare’s milk with the family.

Day 3 : Hustai National Park — Wild 'Takhi' Horses — Hiking — Ulaanbaatar

Location: Hustain Nuruu - Biosphere Reserve - Hustai National Park, Ulaanbaatar

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

After a leisurely breakfast, board the vehicle for the journey back east to Khustai. On arrival visit the park’s information centre where you will learn about the plethora of wildlife roaming the National Park. Have lunch in a local ger camp located at the park’s entrance, then venture into the park to see the wild Takhi horses. Your guide will be in contact with the park rangers who will relay the animal's location — so you have a high chance of seeing them close. You can also venture deeper into the park on foot if you wish, perhaps to track wild deer or foxes — Khustai offers wonderful wilderness hiking opportunities. In the late afternoon return to the vehicle and drive back for two hours (110km) to Ulaanbaatar, where you will be dropped at a location of your choice.

What's Included

Accommodation

Guest ger alongside the Nomad Family During your journey, you will be staying at authentic guest gers alongside nomadic families in the countryside. Gers are equipped with beds, linen, stoves, tables and chairs and have electric lighting. Showers and bathrooms are usually not available - homestay facilities are the natural basis.
1 bottle of Mineral Water per person per day
Entrance Fees

Entrance fees to Protected Areas, museums
Fully Guided

At Tour Mongolia, we believe that a good guide is essential to the enjoyment of any trip. Your guide will be English-speaking and handpicked by us to suit your itinerary and requirements. Each guide is personally briefed on all elements of the trip. You will be sent guide details in the confirmation document prior to your tour.
Meals – Full Board

Please let us know your dietary requirements at the time of booking. Food choices tend to be limited in the Mongolian countryside, but we are usually able to provide vegetarian, vegan, dairy or gluten-free food. However, religious dietary requirements and exotic foods are often impossible to source, particularly on trips to more remote areas of the country. Meals included in your trip are indicated B (Breakfast), L (Lunch), and D (Dinner) under each day of the itinerary. On most days, all meals are included. Generally, the water quality in Mongolia is good. But as a precaution, we advise our guests to drink bottled water that can be purchased in shops, food markets and kiosks in the capital and many of the provincial centres as well as in tourist Ger camps in the countryside. Mineral water is usually not included in our trips as we aim to produce as little plastic waste as possible, but we do provide plenty of warm drinks such as tea and coffee.
Local Taxes

All road taxes
Mongolian Barbecue - Khorkhog

Enjoy a traditional feast of khorkhog - mutton and vegetables seared and steamed with red hot stones from the fire at Nomadic family.
All Domestic Transportation (including internal flights)

On the dust of the desert and mud of the steppe, the Japanese/Korean off-road MPV provides comfort and safety for your trip. These 4x4 vehicles are specifically tuned for the rough off-roading that's inevitable when travelling in the wilds of Mongolia. They provide ample space, and air conditioning and are well maintained while offering ample luggage space, seat belts and speed. All vehicles used in our tours are insured and carefully prepared before departures. Our drivers are also good mechanics and have many years of experience driving on unmarked, unpaved roads in the countryside.
horse and camel ride fee, local guides

What's Not Included

Airport Transfers at Destination
Country Entry Visas
Tipping and Gratuities
International flights - Tips - Laundry - Bar bills - Items of a personal nature - Visas - Photography/filming charges at e.g. museums and monasteries

Accommodation

During your journey, you will be staying at authentic guest gers alongside Nomad families. Gers are equipped with beds, linen, stoves, tables and chairs and have electric lighting. Bathrooms and showers are only available at ger camps and hotels or hostels, with homestay facilities being the natural basis.
Ger alongside the Nomadic family stays - 2 nights

Check out our Q&As

What is the maximum group size?

The maximum group with 6 people.
Is free Wi-Fi available in the accommodation used?

Guests will homestay at ger alongside the Nomad family in the rural areas. There is no available Wi-fi in remote areas.
Is the tour coach air conditioned?

Mainly, we provide 4WD Russian minivans (UAZ 452 type) and Japanese minivans (Mitsubishi Delica) in our tours travelling in the remote countryside. Only Japanese vehicles are equipped with air-conditioning.
Are vaccinations required for this tour?

A vaccination certificate is required if you are vaccinated with all types of vaccines.
What currencies are required for this tour?

You can keep Mongolian Tugrug(MNT) during that your tour. It is necessary to buy something from locals and for souvenirs.

Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?

Visa entries are not included in the price of the tour. Visa is required for all, except citizens of the following countries. Visas are available from the Mongolian embassy in your country. If there is no Mongolia embassy in your country, one-month visas can be obtained on the spot once you arrive at the airport or railway station. There will also be a visa fee of $53US.
Are children permitted to take part in the tour?

kids can be part of the family trip or attend other tour groups with their care-taker.
Are all entrance fees included in the price?

All entrance fees are included in the tour price such as national park and museum.
Are the local guides on the tour English speaking?

Local tour guides speak English.
Are airport transfers included in this tour?

Airport transfers aren't included in this tour. However, private arrival and departure are available on request.
How to get relevant entry visas easily?

Some nationalities can obtain visas at the airport or train station, however, it requires an application through us to the Immigration Authority of Mongolia in advance. Please check the following website for your nationalities requirements. www.consul.mn
Is there a limit to luggage that can be brought on the tour?

Each person can bring a back sack of 3-5kg and a suitcase of 20kg on that tour.
Do you require a visa for this tour?

All travellers must obtain a visa before travelling to Mongolia. Some nationalities can obtain visas at the airport, however, it requires an application through us to the Immigration Authority of Mongolia in advance.
Can you assist with pre or post tour accommodation?

We will arrange your pre-and post-tour accommodations upon on your request.
What is the fitness level required to do this tour?

– EASY: A basic level of fitness is required, the tour is generally easy-paced.
What policies are in place for Covid-19?

If you are not fully vaccinated, get tested with a viral test 1–3 days before your trip. During your trip you should follow all recommendations and requirements at your destinations including wearing well-fitted mask and staying 6 feet (2 meters) apart from anyone who did not travel with you. Wash your hands often with soap and water or use hand sanitiser with at least 60% alcohol.
What documents will I receive before I travel?

You will be sent tour
How long has the tour company been trading?

The Tour Mongolia has been trading their products such as cultural, active and adventure trip since they have established in 2001.
What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

If you noticed to your companions in 2 months prior your departure it is available to postponed till your alternative dates or cancel it according to policy.
Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

All accommodations such as hotel, lodge, Ger camp and Ger of local communities are meet with local health and safety regulations.
Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

Tour Mongolia's handpicked and experienced team will be companied with you during on your trip.

Reviews from Travellers on this Tour

Thu Minh H

Magnificent Mongolia

13-Nov-2018

Our family of 5 (daughters 12, 10 and 5yrs) booked our Mongolia Tour whilst we were in Beijing en route to UB and to Moscow. The email response from Simon was prompt and professional. We had a few hiccups with our accommodation booking but Simon did his best to sort it out and all was better than expected in the end. From our stay in UB to the National Park lodge and Hustai Camp Ger, we were very happy with the entire itinerary. Even though we travelled through in winter and many lodges and camps were closed we still thoroughly enjoyed our time. It was less crowded and equally as beautiful. Food was fantastic everywhere we visited, particularly with the Nomadic families. Our guide and driver were fantastic could not have asked for better. Bayasa was passionate and knowledgeable and Oghi was the safest and calm driver. We loved Mongolia and our time there and will consider coming back on our way home and will book again with Tour Mongolia.

deebee584

Fantastic

09-Sep-2018

Tour Mongolia know what they are doing, and, after all, they should! I used them to organise various sightseeing options for myself and friends and we were not disappointed with what they delivered.

valentineme2015

Short Trip Outside Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

27-Sep-2018

This was a wonderful short trip outside of the City of Ulaanbaatar. i was blessed to have a great tour guide whose compassion and friendship made it all the while. My first-time experience on quadcopter over the Chinggis Khan moment was electrifying, and my dream of riding on the back of a double hump camel was amazing. But what's more splendid was enjoying an overnight sleep in a Ger in the middle of nowhere with a view of the milky way is breathtaking. And of course, the native food by a local family whose hospitality was outstanding is worth more than the cost of the trip. As the saying goes, "it's our you're received and welcomed during a trip by a host that makes all the difference in the world." I was made to feel like a king.

S810QHsarahk

Excellent family holiday in Mongolia

06-Jan-2020

Our family would like to thank Tour Mongolia for an amazing adventure we will never forget. Our tour guide, Tebo, was outstanding and worked very hard to make our trip the best it could be. He was knowledgeable, thoughtful, and fun and we appreciated his company as well as the amazing scenery, horse riding, excellent (and plentiful) food, and experiences provided to us including the awe-inspiring Golden Eagle Festival and a stay with a Kazakh family. Thanks also to the fantastic cook in Ulgii - and drivers - who looked after us as well. We feel privileged and humbled to have had a chance to witness this beautiful country and culture.

Laura & Ricky

Amazing lands and very interesting people

30-Oct-2018

We are an Italian couple and we had a unique experience in the countryside around Ulanbataar last August. We stayed very well with our driver and guide and we have found a lot of special persons. We will bring in our hearts a lot of fantastic moments and unique experiences. If you want to spend time in a fantastic place with very special people…..you have to contact Active Adventure Tours in order to book your Journey. Laura & Ricky - Biassono - Italy

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