The Great Lakes of Mongolia
Included In-Country Services
Mongolia Khuvsgul Lake & White Lake Tours
Venture into the mountainous countryside of central Mongolia. Visit Khorgo Volcano and the ruins of Erdenezuu Monastery at Karakorum, Mongolia’s ancient capital. Hike through the stunning landscapes of the west, before unwinding at the stunning Khuvsgul Lake.
After a relaxed day of sightseeing and shopping topped off with a concert of traditional song and dance we will drive out into the wide-open steppe, with rolling hills in the background, to reach the peaceful Erdenezuu Monastery, the main Buddhist centre of Mongolia. Next we will continue driving into Arkhangai, a province of green forests and swift streams, and camp at the Terkhiin White Lake, where once-active volcanoes have formed some beautiful terrain suitable for hiking. Back on the road and driving past Moron, we come to a series of so-called deer stones, a gravesite of nomadic warriors of the 7th century AD. The next destination is Khuvsgul Lake.
Spend an idyllic day by Khuvsgul Lake, swimming, horse riding, hiking, or just gazing out over the vast expanse of water. We will stay in gers, the traditional circular, white felt tents in which the majority of Mongolians still live.
Arrival in Ulaanbaatar
Sightseeing and Welcoming Dinner
On arrival, you will be met at the airport and transferred to your 4-star hotel. There will be plenty time for sightseeing in Ulaanbaatar, including Gandan Monastery and the Bogd Khan Palace, which is a series of beautiful traditional buildings in which the last religious King of Mongolia resided. Also visit the National History Museum. There will be some time for shopping before an evening concert of Mongolian traditional music and dance. Lunch and dinner at local restaurants, overnight at a 3-star hotel.
Before Khuvsgul Lake, We’ll Drive Overland by Jeep to the Famed Mount Khogno Khan
You will be met at your hotel at a pre-arranged time by your guide and driver – and will head west into the countryside. The scenery is wide-open steppe with rolling hills in the background. We will stop for a packed lunch along the way and reach the mountain called ‘Khogno Khan’ in the late afternoon. It is about a 6 hour drive from Ulaanbaatar. This mountain, at an elevation of 1967m, is perfect for some afternoon hiking and there are some remains of an ancient monastery that should be explored. Dinner and overnight will be at a ger camp.
Overland by Jeep to Karakorum
After breakfast we will drive on to Karakorum the ancient capital of Mongolia. There is a small local township there now. This is about 2 hours drive from Mount Khogno Khan. On arrival, the first and most obvious landmark is that of the massive walls of Erdenezuu Monastery. This Monastery was built in 1586 and is surrounded by a vast 400m x 400m wall. Not a single nail was used in the construction of the ornate temples, only a few of which remain standing after the communist purges. We will visit this monastery and then head on to the Karakorum ger camp. Lunch, dinner and the night will be at the ger camp.
Overland by Jeep to Central Mongolia (Arkhangai Provice) to Visit the Famed Chuluu River Gorge
Drive into Arkhangai Aimag and to the Khorgo Volcano crater. This is an extinct volcano crater surrounded by interesting rock formations. This is a long drive, but we will be driving through beautiful green valleys dotted with nomadic gers and herds. We will see the Chuluut River Gorge via the “Tree with 32 branches”. We will have a packed lunch and reach the ger camp late in the afternoon. Dinner and the night will be at the ger camp.
Today We’ll Explore the Famed White Lake Area that Include Khorgo Volcano
Today we will visit the volcano in the morning and then hike to the Terkhiin White Lake. There will be an opportunity to visit a local nomadic family today. The vehicles will drive ahead to the White Lake and wait there for us. Meals and the night will be at the ger camp at the lake.
Overland by Jeep towards Khuvsgul Lake
We will drive north towards Lake Khuvsgul . This is a long driving day through the Khangai Mountain range. We will come to a mountainous valley with forest and a river. We will have a packed lunch and reach the ger camp in the evening. On the way you will have an opportunity to visit nomadic families of this remote area. Dinner and the night will be at the ger camp.
Along the Way to Khuvsgul Lake We’ll Visit Nomadic Families
Today we will continue driving to Lake Khuvsgul. En route, we will visit a local family, grasping a glimpse of the daily nomadic life style. We will arrive in the centre of the aimag in the late afternoon. Dinner and overnight will be at a ger camp.
Arrival to the Famed Khuvsgul Lake for Hiking, Swimming and Resting or even Ride Horses
After early breakfast we continue to drive towards the pearl of Mongolia, Lake Khuvsgul. There will be ample time for hiking in the surrounding hills, swimming in the lake, or just gazing out over the vast blue expanse of water. Those who want to ride horses can do so here, riding with Mongolian saddles, which are beautifully handcrafted, but are made of wood, so can make for tough riding! Meals and overnight stay at the ger camp by the lake.
Depart Khuvsgul Lake – Overland by Jeep to Moron
Today after lunch we drive towards Moron to visit the ancient burial site with Reindeer Stone monuments. On the way you will have packed lunch. Dinner and overnight will be at the ger camp.
Return Flight to Ulaanbaatar
Today we fly back to Ulaanbaatar. The flight from Moron to Ulaanbaatar will take one-and-a-half hours and your guide will accompany you. We will have a packed lunch at the airport in Moron. On arrival in Ulaanbaatar you will be taken to your hotel.
Departure
After breakfast at the hotel, you will be taken to the airport for your international departure.
NCA-003: 12-22 June
Price per person for a group more than 9 people: USD 2,061
2 domestic flights, transportation within Mongolia, twin accommodation in a 4 star hotel. Single accommodation can be arranged at an additional cost. Tented accommodation while on trek, three meals a day, English-speaking guide, all sightseeing costs, transfers, camel or horse hire where specified, support staff including drivers, horse/camel men and camp assistants.
International transportation, travel insurance, visas, departure tax, alcoholic drinks, gratuities, items of a personal nature.It is the responsibility of the client to be fully covered with travel and medical insurance while traveling in Mongolia.
Upon request, single supplement in the countryside can be provided at the additional cost. In case single accommodation in ger camps was not provided the amount would be calculated based on the missing nights and reimbursed. Nomads cannot be held responsible for over bookings, as long as the company can prove with sufficient documentation that overbooking has been the error of the third party. Should circumstances beyond our control, such as the imposition of quarantine restrictions, any changes of the domestic flight or train schedules, require a change of itinerary, we will inform your agent and propose an equivalent itinerary. Again, Nomads cannot take over the responsibility for the Airlines or the National Train Company. The traveler is responsible for having proper travel documents, such as a valid passport, proper visa, and the necessary passport pictures.
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