Upon arrival at the Chinggis Khan international airport
Day 2. Terelj National Park
Approximate distance covered and estimated travel time: 70 km, 1-2 hours.
Drive to Terelj National Park, one of the most visited sites near Ulaanbaatar. Terelj is set in the picturesque valley of the granite mountains and the beautiful Terelj river. Transfer to tourist ger camp. We will then visit the Turtle Rock and the Temple of Meditation. Hiking around. Overnight in a ger camp. (B, L, D)
Day 3. Elsen Tasarkhai Sand Dune
Approximate distance covered and estimated travel time: 370 km, 6-7 hours.
Drive to Elsen Tasarkhai sand dune, a unique area combining forest, Gobi sand dunes and rocky mountains. Excursion to Hugnu Khaan Mountain and sand dune on the steppe. Free time for hiking and walking in the near. Overnight in a ger camp. (B, L, D)
Day 4. Ruins of 12th Century Capital City Karakorum
Approximate distance covered and estimated travel time: 80 km, 1-2 hours.
Travel to Karakorum, the former capital city of world's greatest land empire, established by Chinggis Khan. Here we will tour the oldest Buddhist Monastery Erdenezuu, religious complex spanning over 400 sq. meters surrounded by 108 stupas. It was first built on the ruins of Karakorum in 1586 by Abtai Sain Khan. The site has some of the best works of religious art and architecture in Mongolia. Visit Karakorum museum. Overnight in a ger camp. (B, L, D)
Day 5. Hustai Hill
Approximate distance covered and estimated travel time: 300 km, 5-6 hours.
Travel to Hustai Nature Reserve to see the Przewalski wild horses, re-introduced back into the wild in their native homeland. Visit the local information center for learn about the history of the last pure wild horses and the history of the area. In the evening you have chance to go horse riding. Overnight in a ger camp. (B, L, D)
Day 6. Ulaanbaatar
Approximate distance covered and estimated travel time: 100 km, 2-3 hours.
Drive to Ulaanbaatar. In the afternoon, we will visit some interesting museums including Winter Palace of the Bogd Khan. The remainder of the day is free for shopping or independent touring. Farewell dinner. Overnight in hotel. (B, L, D)
Day 7. Departure
After breakfast, transfer to departure (B)
