21 day 20 night
The Majestic Eagle Adventure
Price: 1000$
Travel Introduction
Your Mongolia experience begins here. Welcome to an unforgettable journey through the heart of Mongolia! From the bustling capital Ulaanbaatar to the remote expanses of the Gobi Desert and the majestic Altai Mountains, this tour offers the perfect mix of culture, nature, and adventure.
Experience the deeply rooted Buddhist tradition in monasteries such as Gandan, Amarbayasgalant, and Erdene Zuu, hike through the breathtaking landscapes of Khorgo Volcano, Khovsgol Lake, and the Altai glaciers, and immerse yourself in the fascinating world of Kazakh eagle hunters during the Eagle Festival.
This journey brings you close to the lifestyle of nomads, Mongolia’s natural wonders, and its rich history. Whether you seek tranquility, adventure, or cultural discovery, each stage holds special moments. Get ready to experience Mongolia with all your senses – the vast steppe, the sparkling stars above the desert, the sound of singing sand dunes, and the warmth of the people you meet along the way. Your Mongolian odyssey begins here – let yourself be enchanted!
The Majestic Eagle Adventure
Day 1: Arrival in Ulaanbaatar
Arrival in the capital city Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. Visit Gandan Monastery, the main Buddhist center of the country. In the evening, enjoy a Mongolian folklore performance with traditional music and dance. Afterwards, visit the Choijin Lama Museum, an important temple complex with religious art.
Day 2: Ulaanbaatar – Amarbayasgalant Monastery
Drive north to Amarbayasgalant Monastery, one of Mongolia’s most beautiful Buddhist monasteries, nestled in a peaceful mountain valley.
Day 3: Rest Day at Amarbayasgalant Monastery
Time to relax and explore the monastery in depth. Opportunities for walks around the area and to experience monastic life.
Day 4: Amarbayasgalant – Urantogoo
Continue to Urantogoo, a region with impressive volcanic rock formations and wide steppe landscapes.
Day 5: Urantogoo – Murun, Khövsgöl Province
Drive to Murun, the administrative center of Khövsgöl Province. First impressions of life in northern Mongolia.
Day 6: Murun – Khatgal / Khovsgol Lake
Drive to Khatgal at the famous Khovsgol Lake, also known as the “Pearl of Mongolia.” Overnight in a ger camp directly on the lakeshore.
Day 7: Rest Day at Khovsgol Lake
Relax by the clear freshwater lake. Options include walking, boating, or meeting locals.
Day 8: Khovsgol Lake – Shine-Ider
Continue through remote landscapes to Shine-Ider. Overnight in a tent under the open sky.
Day 9: Shine-Ider – Khorgo Volcano
Drive to Khorgo Volcano, an extinct volcano surrounded by spectacular lava fields. Overnight in a guest ger or guesthouse.
Day 10: Rest Day at Khorgo Volcano
Time for hikes around the volcano and the nearby Terkhiin-Tsagaan Lake. Pure nature.
Day 11: Khorgo – Tsenkher Hot Springs
Drive to the hot springs of Tsenkher. Relax in warm thermal waters amidst nature.
Day 12: Tsenkher – Kharkhorin / Erdene-Zuu Monastery
Visit Kharkhorin, the former capital of the Mongol Empire. Explore the historic Erdene-Zuu Monastery, the oldest Buddhist monastery in Mongolia.
Day 13: Kharkhorin – Elsen Tasarkhai – Ulaanbaatar
Drive through the semi-desert of Elsen Tasarkhai, also called the “Mini-Gobi,” then return to Ulaanbaatar.
Day 14: Ulaanbaatar – Ulgii – Sagsai
Flight to Ulgii in western Mongolia. Continue to Sagsai and visit the famous Eagle Festival of the Kazakh nomads.
Day 15: Eagle Festival in Sagsai
Full-day visit to the Eagle Festival with traditional competitions, costumes, and horse-riding demonstrations.
Day 16: Drive to Altai Tavan Bogd National Park
Continue to Altai Tavan Bogd National Park, home to high mountains, glaciers, and Kazakh nomads.
Day 17: Hike to Potanin Glacier
Rest day with a hike to the impressive Potanin Glacier, one of Mongolia’s largest glaciers.
Day 18: Return to Sagsai or Ulaankhus
Drive back through the majestic Altai landscape to a nomadic settlement.
Day 19: Drive to Ulgii
Return to Ulgii, time for a city walk or souvenir shopping.
Day 20: Ulgii – Ulaanbaatar
Flight back to the capital Ulaanbaatar. Last impressions of Mongolia.
Day 21: Departure
Transfer to the airport and departure. End of the journey with unforgettable memories.
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