Through the heart of Mongolia – ATV Quad Tour
Destination: Baga Gazriin Chuluu – Ongi Monastery –
Highlights: Granite Cliffs – Baga Gazriin Chuluu, Sand dunes in the steppe, Orkhon Waterfall, Heart of Buddhism – Erdene Zuu Monastery, Prezwalski - wild horses
Length: 9nights/ 10 days
With unique combination of different landscapes and a rich history stretch back to hundreds of hundred years, central Mongolia is one of the must go destination. Monuments and sites you will visit during the tour reveal that central Mongolia is not only geographically but also historically and ethnically heart of Mongol Nations.
Day 1. Ulaanbaatar D/B
Our professional team will meet you at the “Chinggis Khaan” international airport and transfer to hotel in the city. After rest we will start our guided walking tour, starting from centre of the Nation’s Capital city – Chinggis Square. We will visit National Museum, Zanabazar Fine Art Museum and Choijin Lama Temple – an architectural masterpiece from 19th century. We will end our day with authentic traditional performance of throat-singing, contortion, ethnic dances and folk songs.
Day 2. Baga Gazriin Chuluu via Zorgol Khairhan Mountain L/D/B
After breakfast at hotel we will drive 180 kms south-east toward Zorgol Khairhan Mountain, sacred and worshipped by central Mongolians. In the afternoon, we will continue driving to Baga Gazriin Chuluu – Granite cliffs, famous for its unique granite rock formation and caves, is a home for many endangered species. Overnight in a comfortable ger at camp.
Duration: 6-7 hours ATV driving
Day 3. Ongi Monastery L/D/B
After breakfast, we will drive through the Middle Gobi heading towards ruins of Ongi Monastery where thousand monks used to practice Buddhist special mask dance – Tsam. With 17 temples, the monastery was one of the largest one in Mongolia. Overnight in a comfortable ger at camp.
Duration: 5-6 hours ATV driving
Day 4. Orkhon Waterfall L/D/B
After breakfast, we will ride to Orkhon Waterfall lies in the historically significant Orkhon Valley, UNESCO World Heritage Site. The local name of the waterfall is Ulaan Tsutgalan , 24 meters high waterfall was formed by a combination of volcanic eruptions and earthquakes about 20 000 years ago. Overnight in tent at the bank of Orkhon river.
Duration: 6-7 hours ATV driving
Day 5. Tsenkher Hot Spring L/D/B
After breakfast we will drive through the mountainous central Mongolia. In the afternoon, we will arrive at Tsenkher hot spring, flows throughout a year at around 85 Celsius Degree. We will spend a relaxing evening at tourist camp after a long drive.
Duration: 4-5 hours ATV driving
Day 6. Ugii Lake L/D/B
After breakfast, we will drive to Ugii Lake, designated as a Ramsar Site of International Importance, known for its fish and for birdlife. It is a stopover point for migrating water birds of the family Anatidae. Overnight in tent at the bank of Ugii Lake.
Duration: 3-4 hours ATV driving
Day 7. Kharkhorin L/D/B
After breakfast, we will start ATV trip toward Erdenezuu Monastery, one of the most valuable Buddhist religious heritage of Mongolia, established on the ruins of ancient capital city Kharkhorum. On the way, we will stop by Khushuu Tsaidam, a sacred memorial complex dedicated to Bilge khan of Turkic empire, flourished during the 6th-8th century. The memorials were recognized as a cultural landscape of the UNESCO World Heritage in 1996. Overnight in a comfortable ger at camp.
Duration: 3-4 hours ATV driving
Day 8. Bayangobi L/D/B
After breakfast at the hotel, we will drive to Bayangobi, famous for its unique landscape - combination of Gobi, steppe and mountains. In the afternoon, we will visit sand dunes and visit local nomadic family. Overnight in comfortable gers at the camp.
Duration: 4-5 hours ATV driving
Day 9. Khustai L/D/B
After breakfast, we will we will drive to Khustai National Park, well-known for its prestigious special protected area. In the afternoon, we will take an excursion to observe wildlife especially the unique wild horse - Prezwalski. Overnight in comfortable ger at the camp.
Duration: 3-4 hours ATV driving
Day 10. Ulaanbaatar (105kms driving on asphalt road)
We will end our unforgettable journey by driving back to the city in the morning.
