Mystic Mongolia

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Region: Gobi Desert, Central Mongolia. Uvurkhangai and Arkhangai provinces Sites:Ulaanbaatar city; sandy and semi-desert areas of South Gobi; Karakorum city; conifer forests and steppe areas of Mts Khangai; Terleh Lake, and the extinct Vocano, Khorgo. Length: 14 days Available: June 11 - August 25
Day 1: Ulaanbaatar Arrival in Ulaanbaatar and transfer to hotel. Half or full day City-tour according to wish. In the evening watching a traditional music concert. Day 2: Ulaanbaatar Visit in the Winter Palace of the 8th Bogd Khaan and in the Choijid Dagina Buddhist Monastery Museum. Day 3: Terelj After breakfast, drive to Terelj National Park, which is 80km northeast of the city. Spend the day touring the area and enjoying the unique scenery. Overnight at Suldet Tamgan tourist camp. Day 4: Suldet Tamgan Visit our blog: mysticmongolia.blogspot.com

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After breakfast, full day trip in a Mongolian nomadic family

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Day 5: Elsiin Tasarkhai and Karakorum After breakfast, drive to Elsen Tasarkhai, which is a unique geomorphologic desert formation crossing the Khangai plateau. Overnight at Karakorum. Day 6: Erdene-Zuu Visit in Erdene-Zuu Buddhist Monastery complex, one of the oldest monasteries in Mongolia housing unique examples of Buddhist iconography dating from the 16th century. Visit the symbolic ruins of Karakorum, the 13th century capital of the Mongol Empire. Drive to Tsetserleg. Day 7: Tsetserleg Visit the extinct volcano, Khorgiin Togoo and Terkhiin Tsagaan Nuur that is a beautiful body of water surrounded by extinct volcanoes. On the way there are caves worth exploring. You may also spot deer, argali (wild sheep) and wild boar. Day 8: Middle Gobi After an early breakfast, leave the camp. On the way to the Gobi desert visiting the Baga Gazriin Chuluu Lake and

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Day 10: Yol Valley Full day excursion to the Yol Valley that is an extraordinary geographical scene: a deep rocky valley with steep slopes and a permanently frozen river in its bottom under the flaming sun of the Gobi desert! The peaks Of the rocks are populated by the rare lammergeier birds (Gypatus barbatus). Overnight at the camp. Dinner in the yurt camp. Day 12: South Gobi After an early breakfast at the camp, start the drive towards Karakorum. On the way explore the world famous Flaming Cliffs (Bayan Zag), the Gobi Dinosaurs Cemetery. Visit a local camel breeding family and try a short camel ride. Visit our blog: mysticmongolia.blogspot.com the Singing dunes. Have packed lunch on the way. Visit and possibly climb up Mongolias biggest sand dune. Day 11: Khongor sand dunes After breakfast drive to the Khongor sand dunes known as

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Overnight in the ger camp near the Flaming cliffs.

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Essentials:
TOUR DATE: Based on the weather conditions, the best time for traveling in Mongolia is between Jun 10 and Aug 25. The time and length of the tours as well as the style of the trips can be modified according to the wish and agreement of the group members after having contacted and informing us in advance. We are ready to arrange backpacking and horse riding trips as well as alter the itinerary adjusting to the interest of the groups in case you describe your cultural, geographical etc. interest so that we can discuss and agree in the details of the trip before departure. TOUR INCLUDES:

Transfers on arrival and departure English speaking guide at all time. All lodging will be in Ger camps (in Mongolian yurtas, with bathrooms) in the county, and hostel or hotel in Ulaanbaatar according to wish. All meals are provided as mentioned in the itinerary. Ground transportation by chauffeured 4WD jeep in countryside and, depending on group size, bus in the city area.

Park Entrance Fees Sightseeing as per itinerary 1L of drinking water per day per person

GROUP SIZE Minimum 3pax Maximum 15pax

ALL PACKAGE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE: International air flight round trip, Travel insurance, medical insurance, Fee for Visa obtaining, Alcoholic beverages, Additional services, Personal expenses such as IDD call, internet using, laundry, any charge for major force beyond of our control such as the imposition of quarantine restrictions, changes of arrival/departure flights, Items of a personal nature, gratuity to local

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Information:
Please note the following:

Hotels in Ulaanbaatar city reserved for double occupancy on more than 2 persons, and in countryside all Ger styled tourist camps are based on 3 or 4 person occupancy. Check-in at hotels is at 12:00pm/Check-out at hotels is at 12:00pm. Traveling over long distances is done in Delica, 4WD Russian Jeep or Van and often over rough terrain for approximately 49hours depending upon road and weather conditions. Daily driving distance is 150-350km. Your holiday includes transfers, accommodation and excursions as specified in your itinerary.

It is the responsibility of the client to be fully covered with travel and medical insurance while traveling in Mongolia.

Accomadation: The only hotels in Mongolia are in the capital, Ulaanbaatar. Throughout the countryside accommodation is offered in the form of Visit our blog: mysticmongolia.blogspot.com

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traditional Mongolian gers. These ger camps are slightly modified

Extremes of weather and how to prepare for them: The temperature can change from day to night unpredictably and drastically, so one should bring warm clothes to wear during the night-time. Waterproof wind jacket, gloves and hat are essential. Other items to pack include: Trekking boots, warm clothes, sunglasses, lip balm, forehead flashlight, notebook and pens, spare batteries, a What clients should expect for meals: Generally the quality of meals in Mongolia is good, due to the quality of meat, which is 100% organic. Meals in the city will be in restaurants, which serve European, Asian and Mongolian cuisines. In the ger camps, the meals will be either Mongolian or European (with some modifications in favor and ingredients). compass, multiple copies of identification, medical kit first aid box, wear a money belt for your valuables (passport, cash, etc.), your personal toiletries (including hand and bath towel, shampoo and shower gel, toothpaste and toothbrush, dental floss etc). However these last items are available in shops almost everywhere. Money exchange information:

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TOURIST VISAS OF MONGOLIA A visa is required by everyone except those who hold USA, Malaysia, Israel passports traveling

WHO ARE WE? Our small and enthusiastic team of tour operators and guides consists of English speaking, well-

within 30 days and those with Singaporean, Philippines and Hong Kong passports traveling within 15 days. Visas are usually valid for 30 days and should be applied for at least one month before arrival in Mongolia. In necessary case, we will help with visa issue. trained, highly educated and fully dedicated young people who have been working together for long time in the field of tourism as well as in different cultural projects in international scale. Our vision and goal is to share and preserve the essence of TOUR INFORMATION HOME TRUTHS We aim to provide accurate and detailed information and to make you aware of the less positive aspects of the journey you are undertaking. Some facts you should be aware of are outlined below: A flexible attitude is required when 4/9/12traveling in less developed areas. Minor Visit our blog: mysticmongolia.blogspot.com the ancient Mongolian culture rooted in the rough Central Asian steppes, developed under extreme climatic conditions and in unique natural environment. Our preference is to organize and lead tours for small number of participants who are interested in this special way of life, ready and open