Karakorum Khuvsgul Lake
Duration: 7 days 6 nights
Type: Cultural
Level: Moderate (Up to 3 hours drive on improved paved road a day)
Vehicle: Ground transportation by 4WD
Total Km or Miles: 1242 miles
Meals: 20 Meals - 6 breakfast, 7 lunches, 7 dinners
Highlights: Visit Erdenezuu Monastery, Kharkhorum Museum, Ugii Lake and Khuvsgul Lake and Taiga. Experience traditional yak herding and reindeer nomad culture.
Accommodation: : 5 Nights at the ger camp, 1 nights in the guest house ger. Each ger has a stove, table, chairs, beds with mattresses, and extra blankets.
Sustainability: Supports local nomadic culture and protects natural lands. Previous support for youth organizations. By purchasing this trip, you support school kits for 3 youth in the province.
FROM $1950
Itinerary
Day 1: Ulaanbaatar City to Mini Gobi Elsen Tasarkhai
We'll pick you up from your hotel, drive to Elsen Tasarkhai (about 4 hours/300km)We will ride camel at Eslen Tasarkhai, often referred to as the "Gobi's Desert Oasis," is a unique and stunning landscape located in the Mongolian steppe, near the southern edge of the vast Gobi Desert.
Accommodation: Ger camp
Meals: L, D
Day 2: Karakorum city
We will drive to capital of the Mongol Empire (about 2 hours/ 90km) during the reign of Kublai Khan in the 13th century, and it remains one of Mongolia’s most historically significant sites. Located in the Orkhon Valley, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Karakorum was strategically positioned between the steppes of Mongolia and the Silk Road trade routes.
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals: BF, L, D
Day 3: Mogod-Hot spring
After breakfast, we will drive to Mogod Hot Spring( about 5 hours/ 220km) is a natural geothermal spring located in the northern part of Mongolia, near the town of Mörön in the Khövsgöl Province. Set amidst the scenic beauty of the surrounding mountains and forests, Mogod Hot Spring is a peaceful and tranquil destination known for its therapeutic properties.
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals: BF, L, D.
Day 4: Lake Khuvsgul
Trip will will continue by driving to Khuvsgul Lake (about8-9hours /580km) Khuvsgul, the largest freshwater lake in Central Asia. Unique and beautiful landscape.
Accommodation: Ger camp
Meals: BF, L, D
Day 5: Hiking, photoshoot with reindeer, and riding a horse around the Lake Khuvsgul
Hike for an overview of Lake Khuvsgul. Meet the reindeer people, take a picture, and ride a horse. Lunch at the ger camp. Visit Ardgin Zuu Mountain for stunning views.
Accommodation: Ger camp
Meals: BF, L, D
Day 6: Baatarvan ger resort
On our way back to Ulaanbatar, we will stay in ger camp at Baatarvan (about 4 hours/350km) It is known for its peaceful and natural environment, with rolling hills, rivers, and grassy plains that support traditional Mongolian pastoral life.
Accommodation: Baatarvan ger camp
Meals: BF, L, D
Day 7: Baatarvan to Ulaanbaatar
Drive (about 8-9 hours 550km) on paved road back to Ulaanbaatar. Lunch and dinner at a cafeteria. Arrive late at night and transfer to hotel.
Accommodation: Your hotel
Meals: BF, L, D
Pricing
Trip Cost:
3 and more people 1950 USD (per person)
2 people 2150 USD (per person)
1 person 2850 USD
Excluded:
- All personal expenses
- Travel insurance
- Additional tours to places out of the itinerary
- Extra horseback riding.
Included:
- All ground transportation
- Ger camp accommodations
- All meals
- Area Entrance fee
- English speaking tour guide
- Local guide
- Van with driver
- Horse riding
- Fishing equipment
- Pre and post accommodation hotel (4 star hotel)
- Airport picks up and drop off car services