The land of the Eagle Hunters (11 days)
Bayanulgii is the westernmost province of Mongolia, which rises 1301-4374 m above sea level in the mountains of the Mongolian Altai. 95.3% of the total area is elevated 1600 m above sea level), is surrounded by highlands with torrents and glaciers and has an area of 45.8 thousand square kilometers. In the West and North it borders with the Republic of Gorny Altai, Russian Federation and on the South-West with the Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region of China. Our journey will continue among the great Altai Mountains, which are home to the world most endangered medicinal plants, wild animals and birds. Duration of the tour: 10 nights- 11 days
Overview
Day 1
Welcome to Mongolia
We will meet you at the airport. Together, we will go to the city and you will check-in in your hotel. After a little rest, we’ll explore the city. Then we will have a lunch. After lunch, we will go to the currency exchange office so you can exchange some money for our own use. We will take you to the Sukhbaatar Square and the center of Buddhist worship - Gandantegchinlen Monastery. Then we will visit the Chinggis Khaan Museum, and then have a dinner. (Overnight stay at the hotel)
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Day 2
Bayan-Ulgii Province
After breakfast at the hotel we will go to the airport, where we will board a plane bound for the city of Ulgii, the center of Bayanulgii province. A car will be waiting for us at the Ulgii regional airport, from where we will drive towards the Altai Tavan-Bogd mountains. After driving about 90 km, we will arrive at the destination and stay overnight in a yurt of a hospitable Mongolian family. The location where we’ll spend our first night is very unique. It is located at the confluence of two rivers: Hovd and Tsagaan. You will be able to see how these two rivers of different colors flow together without mixing. Also, the lovers of fishing can fish in this river (Overnight stay in a wooden house, or in a Mongolian yurt)
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Day 3
Altai tavan bogd Mountain
In the morning we will have breakfast and hit the road. Today we are heading to Mount Shivet, located in the foothills of Altai Tavan Bogd, where we will get acquainted with the nomadic lifestyle of the Tyva family, ethnic minority inhabiting this area. We will spend the night here. (Overnight in a yurt) Along the way you will have the opportunity to see: • Rock petroglyphs on Mount Shivet • Ancient stone statues
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Day 4
Altai Tavan Bogd Mountain national park
In the morning we will have breakfast and continue our journey on horseback. The Altai Tavan Bogd Mountain national park administration has recently introduced new rules prohibiting driving cars up to the mountains. The horses are calm, accustomed to hiking of tourists, so do not worry even if you have little experience with horse riding. (Overnight stay in a tent) On this day we will visit: • The Altai Tavan Bogd mountains. Being the highest mountains in Mongolia, the Altai Tavan Bogd Mountains are called the roof of Mongolia. This is one of the most unstable places in Mongolia in terms of weather. In one day, even in one hour, you can see all kinds of weather changes: scorching sun, snowfall, rain, or blizzard – that’s a common thing un on the Altai Tavan Bogd Mountains. In other words, you can see all four seasons within one day there. • The sacred Ovoo (Ovoo is a sacred place where religious ritual actions take place) and the Potanin Glacier.
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Day 5
Tahilt
In the morning, after having a breakfast by the campfire, we will saddle our horses, load our luggage on the animals and move on. (Overnight in a tent) On this day, we will embark on a challenging crossing of the Khar salaa ridge, at Tahilt.
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Day 6
Beautiful Zurkh-Heart Lake
In the morning, after having a breakfast by the campfire, we will saddle our horses, load our luggage on the animals and set off. (Overnight in a tent) Today we will see: • Beautiful Zurhen (Zurkh-Heart) lake shaped like a heart. • Amazing Tahiltyn Gorge
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Day 7
Baga turgeniy waterfall
Today we will continue our journey by car. We will get acquainted with the nomadic lifestyle of a Kazakh family. We will visit the family of famous eagle hunters of the snowy foothills, where you will learn about the life and customs of the Kazakhs and have an interesting conversations with them. The tradition of eagle hunting originated among the nomads of Central Asia about 6000 years ago and has been preserved to this day. It was the Kazakhs who best preserved this tradition. (Overnight in a Kazakh yurt) Today we will see: • Baga turgeniy waterfall. This waterfall with a height of 15 meters, originates from the snow- capped mountains and descends from the Baga Turgeniy gorge in the middle of untouched wildlife. • Khoton and Khurgan lakes. Freshwater lakes Khoton and Khurgan are ideal natural landscapes surrounded by forested highlands. After enjoying a walk around the lake and a delicious dish prepared by the chef, it's nice to sit by the campfire and share unforgettable memories.
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Day 8
Return to yurt
After a breakfast, we will continue our journey. Today we will return to the yurts where we spent the second night of the trip. (Overnight stay in a wooden house, or in a Mongolian yurt)
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Day 9
Free day
Today is a day of rest. Today you can: • Walk or ride a horse to the confluence of 2 rivers • Swim in the river and sunbathe on the warm coastal sand • Fishing • Walk to the Hovd River Canyon • Look through binoculars at the wild goats grazing up in the mountains.
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Day 10
Back to Ulaanbaatar
After breakfast we will go to the city of Ulgii. We will get acquainted with the city from a high hill, and also explore the local bazaar with traditional souvenirs and goods. Here you can find lots of interesting things, bags, hats, purses with patterns that embody the culture of the Kazakh people. Our 10–day trip to the beautiful part of Mongolia and the majestic Altai mountains inhabited by the eagle hunters will end with a flight from Ulgii to Ulanbaatar. In Ulaanbaatar, you will check-in in a hotel. After lunch, we will go to a shopping mall where you will find several cashmere and textile brands of Mongolia. Then we will enjoy a concert of national folklore ensemble, after which we will have a farewell dinner. (Overnight at the hotel)
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Day 11
Time to say goodbye 👋
Airport, departure PS: There may be minor changes in the program due to the weather-related sudden changes in the timing of some regional flights.
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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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The land of the Eagle Hunters (11 days)
