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Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia → Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

Country: Mongolia
Start: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
End: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Date: Flexible
Duration: 12 days
Theme: Culture, Discovery, Festivals
Physical rating: Moderate
Meals: 10 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 11 dinners
Transport: Private vehicle, flight, 4WD, camel, horseback, hiking, walking
Price: On Request

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Trip Highlights

Explore Ulaanbaatar and visit the Chinggis Khaan National Museum.
Ride camels through the Elsen Tasarkhai sand dunes in Khögnö Khan Nature Reserve.
Visit Erdene Zuu Monastery, Mongolia’s first Buddhist monastery.
Spot Takhi horses in Khustai National Park.
Stay with Mongolian nomadic families in ger camps.
Taste Kazakh and Mongolian regional cuisine.
Fly to Ölgii in western Mongolia.
Meet Kazakh eagle hunters in Sagsai village.
Watch live eagle hunting demonstrations in the Altai Mountains.
Attend the annual Golden Eagle Festival near Tolbo Lake.
Witness horseback kokpar competitions and falconry events.
Visit Gorkhi-Terelj National Park and Aryabal Meditation Temple.
View the Chinggis Khaan Statue Complex overlooking the Tuul River valley.

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Inclusions

Airport transfers and all ground transportation throughout the tour
Domestic flights within Mongolia as specified in the itinerary
Accommodation in hotels and ger camps on a twin-share basis
Local English-speaking guide throughout the journey
Entrance fees to museums, national parks, monasteries, and protected areas
Golden Eagle Festival entry fees and activities
Camel riding experience in Khögnö Khan
Bottled mineral water during touring days
Meals as specified in the itinerary
All sightseeing and cultural activities listed in the itinerary
Government taxes and service charges

Exclusions

International flights and airport taxes
Mongolian visa fees
Travel insurance
Alcoholic beverages except where included during welcome or farewell dinners
Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, and local staff
Laundry, personal shopping, phone charges, and other personal expenses
Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
Additional costs caused by weather disruptions, flight delays, or unforeseen circumstances
Anything not specifically listed in the inclusions or itinerary

Will This Trip Suit You?

Want to experience Mongolia’s Golden Eagle Festival firsthand.
Interested in Kazakh culture and eagle hunting traditions.
Enjoy remote landscapes, wildlife, and cultural immersion.
Comfortable staying in ger camps and rural accommodation.
Can manage long driving days and basic travel infrastructure.
Enjoy photography, festivals, and outdoor experiences.
Appreciate small-group or expedition-style travel.
Prefer luxury accommodation throughout the journey.
Dislike remote travel or basic facilities in rural regions.
Have limited mobility or difficulty walking on uneven ground.
Require consistent internet access and urban conveniences.
Prefer slower-paced itineraries with fewer travel days.
Uncomfortable with variable weather conditions in western Mongolia.

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Golden Eagle Festival

Trip Highlights

Itinerary

Day 1: Ulaanbaatar

Day 2: Ulaanbaatar – Khögnö Khan Nature Reserve

Day 3: Khögnö Khan – Kharakhorum

Day 4: Kharakhorum – Khustai National Park

Day 5: Khustai National Park – Nomadic Camp

Day 6: Nomadic Camp – Ölgii

Day 7: Ölgii – Sagsai – Kazakh Eagle Hunters

Day 8: Tolbo Lake – Golden Eagle Festival

Day 9: Tolbo Lake – Golden Eagle Festival

Day 10: Ölgii – Ulaanbaatar

Day 11: Terelj National Park – Ulaanbaatar

Day 12: Departure

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Inclusions

Exclusions

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