Horse riding trip to Uvurkhangai
The Orkhon Valley is located along the banks of the Orkhon River, which flows through the central part of Mongolia, in about 360 kilometers from Ulaanbaatar. In 2004, at its 28th session, UNESCO inscribed the Orkhon Valley Cultural Landscape on the World Heritage list. The site encompasses an extensive area of pastureland on both banks of the Orkhon River and includes numerous archaeological remains dating back to the 6th century. We offer you the chance to ride through Mongolia’s beautiful nature and the ancestral lands of the nomads on resilient Mongolian horses. Duration: 12 days
Overview
Day 1
Welcome to Mongolia
After a brief rest, we will go out and explore the city of Ulaanbaatar. We will have lunch and you will have an opportunity to exchange your currency into Mongolian tugriks. You will visit the State Department Store and see the Chinggis Khaan Square, visit the center of Buddhist religion, the Gandan monastery. You will also visit the newly opened Chinggis Khaan National Museum, and have a dinner aftewards. The evening will be at your disposal, so you can have a good rest before the start of the trip. (Spending a night in a hotel)
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Day 2
Orkhon river
We will have breakfast at the hotel and begin our trip. We will drive from capital city Ulaanbaatar towards West, South- West. We will drive towards Orkhon river basin – witness of many historic events. Here we will meet a Mongolian family of horse herders.
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Day 3
Short horse riding trip
You'll have time to become acquainted with your horses and receive guidance on how to ride them. After that, we'll embark on a short journey to explore the petroglyphs—rock carvings that offer insights into the culture of ancient peoples. You'll have the opportunity to view the remains of ancient burials and artifacts. At the riverside, we will visit a family of herders, where you can learn about their nomadic culture and lifestyle. We will spend the night in a tent near the herder family, immersing ourselves in their way of life.
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Day 4
Khadan khoshuu
Our journey will continue to the west. We will see the stone statue Temeen Chuluu and pass by a cliff named Uurtiin Tokhoi. You’ll spend a night in a tent at a place called Khadan Khoshuu.
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Day 5
Ulaan Tsutgalan
We will ride our horses through the volcanic rock formations and arrive at the largest waterfall of Mongolia – the Orkhon river’s astonishingly beautiful waterfall Ulaan Tsutgalan. You will spend the night in a tent.
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Day 6
Hyatruunii springs
On this day we will go to Hyatruunii springs and stay the night at Hyatruunii Am. This spring is located in the middle of a forest clearing. As it is located high up on a steep mountain, one cannot reach it by car. Therefore, we will travel fifteen kilometers to the spring by horse. People come from far and near because this hot and cold spring is good not only for all internal organs, but also for eyesight and allergies. Do not use soap or shampoo when entering the waters of this spring. Make sure to use only environmentally friendly soaps. You will spend the night in a tent.
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Day 7
Ongotstoi bridge
We will stay at the bank of the Orkhon river and spend the night in tents not far from the Ongotstoi bridge.
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Day 8
Tövkhön Monastery
We will move towards the Tövkhön Monastery, one of Mongolia's oldest Buddhist monasteries, established in 17 th century by the first leader of Buddhism, the Zanabazar. Hiking through the rugged rocks and larch forest on a special trail will be a challenging yet interesting exercise as it will allow you to learn about unique religious traditions of the Mongolians. (Spend a night in a Mongolian yurt)
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Day 9
Moiltiin am
On this day we will arrive at the camp of our horsemen at a place called Moiltiin am, and will hand over the horses. We will spend a night in a tent.
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Day 10
Kharakhorum
We will move towards Mongolia’s ancient capital Kharakhorum. You will be able to see the first Buddhist monastery in Mongolia, Erdene Dzuu and the Turtle rock, a must see landmark not far from the monastery. From there, we will move towards the Elsen Tasarkhai sand dunes. The sand dunes are unique, as they are stretching over 80 kilometers in the middle of fertile pasturelands. You can enjoy the beautiful scenery and specific flora of the area, walk through the dunes, ride Bactrian (two-humped) camels. You will spend a night in a yurt camp.
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Day 11
Return to Ulaanbaatar.
Return to Ulaanbaatar. After lunch, you will visit the cashmere outlet store. In the evening we will see a concert of a folklore ensemble and enjoy a farewell dinner. You will spend a night in a hotel.
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Day 12
Airport. Flight.
Airport. Flight.
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Special arrangements:
We can make special arrangements upon your request. - Prices may vary depending on the number of people. - Given sufficient prior notice, we can flexibly change the duration of the trip. The price for a trip includes the following costs: - 2 nights in a 3-4-star hotel, room for two guests; - a few nights in a Mongolian gher; - Transportation during entire trip, including the driver’s - fee; - Tour Guide’s fee; - Food during the trip; - Horse and camel riding fees, fishing; - Entrance to National Parks and museums; - City tour, concert. The price for a trip does not include the following costs: - Travel insurance; - Transportation to/from Mongolia. - Drinks; - Costs, not mentioned above.
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