A 14-day journey between the steppes and mountains of Mongolia.
Despite the vastness of the country, Mongolia has only about 4,000 kilometers of paved roads, with an extensive network of around 50,000 kilometers of tracks that allow access to the most remote areas.
You will be accompanied by your French or English-speaking guide, experienced in navigating the central steppes to reach the Siberian forests of Khuvsgul Province, and the lake of the same name, known as "the Blue Pearl of Mongolia."
Your itinerary will include stops to dine at small local inns and savor the distinct specialties and flavors of each region.
Despite the vastness of the country, Mongolia has only about 4,000 kilometers of paved roads, with an extensive network of approximately 50,000 kilometers of tracks allowing access to the most remote areas.
You will be accompanied by your French or English-speaking guide, experienced in navigating the central steppes to reach the Siberian forests of Khuvsgul Province and the lake of the same name, known as "the Blue Pearl of Mongolia."
Your itinerary will include horse and hiking excursions with nomadic friends who will introduce you to their land. Enjoy a beautiful traverse of the central region towards the north, with cultural visits, some relaxation, and a glimpse of Mongolia's diverse landscapes: the desert area of Central Gobi (Khogno Khan), the lush pastures of Khangay, and finally, Khuvsgul Lake, the Blue Pearl of Mongolia, surrounded by mountains reaching 2,700 meters, where forest and taiga meet.
Your stay, day by day, at a glance:
Day 1: Arrival in Ulaanbaatar – City tour – Overnight at a 3-star hotel in Ulaanbaatar
Visit Gandan Monastery and the History Museum
Meals at your own expense.
Day 2: Departure to Arkhangay – Khogno Khan – Overnight with a family in a guest yurt
Distance: 290 km – Driving time: 3 to 4 hours on paved road
Khogno Khan: 47°19'23.9"N 103°39'40.4"E
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 3: Camel trek at Khogno Khan
Overnight with a family in a guest yurt
Camel trek
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 4: Khogno Khan/Kharkhorin – Overnight in a yurt camp
Distance: 90 km – Driving time: 2 hours on paved road
Kharkhorin: 47°10'55.2"N 102°52'27.0"E
Visit the Mongolian Arts and Calligraphy Center
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 5: Kharkhorin – Tsetserleg – Overnight with a family in a guest yurt
Distance: 130 km – Driving time: 3.5 hours on paved road
Tsetserleg: 48°52'47.2"N 101°16'44.6"E
Visit Erdenzuu Monastery and the Kharkhorin Museum
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 6: A day in Tsetserleg – Discover nomadic life
Overnight with a family in a guest yurt
Participate in daily tasks with the family and enjoy a short horseback ride
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 7: Tsetserleg/Terkhin Tsagaan Nuur (White Lake) – Overnight with a nomadic family (guest yurt)
Distance: 180 km – Driving time: 3 to 4 hours on tracks
Terkhin Tsagaan Nuur: 48°10'01.4"N 99°40'46.7"E
Walk around the lake
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 8: Terkhin/Shine Ider – Overnight in a yurt camp
Distance: 200 km – Driving time: 3 to 4 hours on tracks
Shine Ider: 48°56'49.5"N 99°31'22.3"E
Zuun Nuur: 49°02'52.2"N 99°29'21.5"E
Walk to Khorgo Volcano
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 9: Shine Ider/Moron/Khatgal – Overnight in a guesthouse yurt
Distance: 230 km – Driving time: 4 to 5 hours on paved road and tracks
Khatgal: 50°26'18.3"N 100°09'26.4"E
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 10: A day in Khatgal – Overnight in a guesthouse yurt
Walk around the lake
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 11: Khatgal – Murun – Uran Togoo – Overnight in a camp yurt
Distance: 370 km – Driving time: 4 to 5 hours on paved road
Uran Togoo: 48°58'35.3"N 102°44'03.4"E
Walk on the volcano
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 12: Uran Togoo – Amarbaysgalant Monastery – Overnight with a family in a guest yurt
Distance: 260 km – Driving time: 4 hours on paved road
Amarbaysgalant Monastery: 49°39'05.8"N 105°20'57.6"E
Visit Amarbaysgalant Monastery
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Day 13: Amarbaysgalant Monastery – Ulaanbaatar – Overnight at a 3-star hotel
Distance: 400 km – Driving time: 6 hours
Breakfast, lunch, and dinner included.
Shopping for souvenirs and attending a traditional Mongolian music and dance performance at 6:00 PM.
Day 14: Departure for your international flight
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