Tour Taste Of Mongolian Altai - West
About this tour
In this dramatic journey we will explore beautiful Western part of Mongolia, Altai mountains& steppes, glaciers, golden eagle-hunters, wild animals such as: Argal sheep, Ibex, foxes, marmots etc. and visit to Mongolian, Kazakh and Tuvan nomads so you can learn nomadic way of life. Riding horses and camels will always possible. In addition, western Mongolia is rich in archeological sites that vary from ancient petroglyphs to stone carvings from early Turkish nomads.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Ulaanbaatar
Arrive to Chinggiss Khan Int.airport and meet up with you local team and drive to hotel. On the way to the city center we will stop to visit Zaisan memorial where you can enjoy the panoramic view of the Ulaanbaatar city. Do check-in at your hotel/3 or 4* hotel/ and start to explore the capital of Mongolia. We will visit the biggest cashmere factory shop in the world , National History museum, Central square of Ulaanbaatar( heart of Mongolia) and more depending from your arrival time. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2: Ulaanbaatar to Ulgii
Fly to Ulgii, and after early breakfast we drive to Tavan Bogd National Park. Along the way, we will find numerous petroglyphs and Turkic stones and picnic lunch. Bayan-Ulgii is rich in archaeological remains, as a reminder of the Bronze Age and the time of the Huns and Turkic invasions and stop to visit local nomadic families on the way. By the evening we reach to Ger camp which is located in White River valley of ATB NP. Overnight in Kazakh or Mongolian ger/yurt/ * Fly to Western Mongolia and drive to ATB NP- 2,5 hours flight, 170 km, 6 hours drive.
Day 3: Ulgii
Today we will do horseback riding for a full day and during the rideing we can see and explore the glaciers and TavanBogd massif. Tavanbogd means “The Holy Five", referring to the five highest peaks, of which Huiten Uul is the highest in Mongolia, 4374 meters above sea level. There we see 20km long Potanina glacier – the biggest of the twenty glaciers in Mongolian Altai. Overnight in Kazakh or Mongolian ger. B+L+D
Day 4: Ulgii
Twin Lake Area of Altai Tavan Bogd NP- 130km drive, 4-5 hours. BLD Today we drive to Twin lake area. We will pitch our camp near to Nomadic family. We are now only 15km from the China border. Overnight in Kazakh ger or camp.
Day 5: Ulgii
Exploring the Twin Lake Area- hiking, driving, horse riding. BLD These days you relax and swim, fish and explore amazing mountainous area. These days you can see and learn regular day life of nomads and their tradition. Like horse riding, fishing and hiking around. Also, we see the snowcapped mountains with forest, which make the wall between China and Mongolia and some beautiful waterfalls. Overnight at yurts(nomads tent) or camping.
Day 6: Ulgii
Today we will continue to explore the Twin Lake area and we will visit Baga Turgen waterfall which is called Mongolian Switzerland because of it's similarity and beauty of the nature. Also, we can explore the Biluut area of twin lake where you can find the ancient stone carved pictures dated back to 7-8th century. Overnight at the yurt.
Day 7: Ulgii
Drive back to Ulgii city and visit Eagle Hunters Family-170km drive, 6 hours: Drive back towards Ulgii, on the way we visit to Kazakh eaglehunters family. See the magnificent eagles and learn about eagle-hunting. Eagle-hunters typically use female birds because they are bigger, stronger, and more aggressive than their male counterparts. Hunters typically keep their birds for 10 years before releasing them back into the wild. Overnight at South River Camp.
Day 8: Ulgii
Arrive to Ulgii and city tour. – 30min drive from South River Camp. BLD After lunch we will arrive to Ulgii city and transfer to your Hotel. After that we will do shopping and visit local market, mosque and Friendship peak of the city where you can see the hole city from the top of the Friendship mountain. Overnight at Hotel.
Day 9: Ulgii to Ulaanbaatar
Early morning flight to Ulaanbaatar and visit Chinggis Khan Statue- 2,5 hours flight and 4 hours drive in total. BLD Fly to Ulaanbaatar, transfer to hotel. Drive to Terelj and Chinggis Khan Equestrian Statue in Tsonjin Boldog. The massive statue made of 250 tons of gleaming stainless steel will take your breath away. Along the way, stop for a picnic lunch. Afternoon return to UB, and dinner time in a typical Mongolian restaurant. Overnight in Hotel.
What's included
What to know
Warm clothes, sunglasses, hiking boots, personal items, water and wind proof jackets, binoculars to watch wild animals, small gifts for the local nomads and their kids,
Route & locations
Ulaanbaatar