Introduction to Nomadic Life Tour 8 - Days
Undoubtedly, one of the main attractions of travelling to Mongolia is that, in the 21st century, half the people retain the nomadic lifestyle. This trip gives you the opportunity to visit nomad families and experience their way of life, their culture and traditions.

Combine this with a visit to the symbolic ruins of Karakorum. Built under the orders of Genghis Khan in 1220, Karakorum became the real capital of the Mongolian empire during the late 13th century before being ultimately destroyed by the Ming army in 1410.

On its ruins was built the Erdene Zuu Monastery, once one of the largest monasteries in Mongolia and nearly destroyed itself during the Stalinist purges of the 1930s. A fascinating tour of Mongolia's rich heritage and way of life - an experience you cannot afford to miss.

Group size: 4 to 12 people
Tour cost: US$ 1189 - including taxes
Schedule 2012: July 12-19 Aug 06-13, Sep 03-10
Destinations: Ulaanbaatar » Elsen tasarkhai » Ugii Lake » Erdene-Zuu Monastry...

Discover the biggest nomadic country in the world - rich diversity of nomadic culture in the regions
Explore the hospitability of the nomadic culture and lifestyle
Stay inside of Mongolian ancient and rich heritage
A chance to see how the real Mongolian authentic Barbecue is made the traditional way!
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Arrive in Ulaanbaatar

Arrival in Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia. You'll be greeted at the airport and escorted to your hotel. After a light lunch in the hotel, there will be a program of sightseeing in the afternoon. This will include the Bogd Khan Palace, a series of beautiful traditional buildings where the last religious King of Mongolia resided. Overnight in the hotel. (L+D)

Tour to Elsen tasarkhai and visit a camel herdsman’s family.

After breakfast begin the drive to the central region of Mongolia. Elsen Tasarkhai is 280 kms west from Ulaanbaatar. After lunch we will visit a camel herdsman's family. Discover their daily life and ride a camel through sand dunes. In evening sit out under the night sky and stars, watching fun, singing and dancing. Overnight in tourist ger camp. (B+L+D)


Drive to Ugii Lake, Horseman's family and horse back trial Lake

Drive to Ugii Lake (altitude 1387 m; surface area—25 sq. km). After lunch at the camp, drive to visit the family of a horseman. You are free to taste the favorite drink of Mongolians - airag, fermented mare’s milk. Then volunteers are welcome to try milking the mares or participate by holding the foals next to their mothers, or ride the horses. You may also enjoy tea and conversations with the family, take hikes or read a book around the family Ger. Enjoy a traditional Mongolian dinner and overnight with the family. (B+L+D)


Nomadic family and Mongolian ger program

In the morning see and help milking horses. Continue tour in a nomadic family, giving you the chance to learn a little of the Mongolian way of life. After lunch attend the Mongolian Ger Program, which will give you an introduction to the traditional Mongolian dwelling, the ger. Learn how to assemble a ger and how to pack the components on a yak cart. Bring drinking water from a well by a cow cart. The program duration is two to four hours. You would like to watch sunset down on the beach of the Lake Ugii. Overnight in tourist ger camp. (B+L+D)


Drive to Ancient capital and oldest monastery

Drive to Karakorum, the site of the capital city of the Great Mongol Empire founded by Genghis Khan in the 13th century. Visit Erdene-Zuu, the oldest Monastery built in 1586 with 108 stupas. Overnight in tourist camp. (B+L+D)


Visit yak herdsman family and drive to Hustai National Park

Up early to drive to visit yak herdsman family. You are free to taste dairy products and discover their daily life. Yak ride trial. After lunch drive to Hustai National Park and see the Takhi, the Asian wild horse. Enjoy small hiking and photographing the charming landscape and wildlife. Visit Takhi's small museum and overnight in tourist camp. (B+L+D)


Drive back to Ulaanbaatar and city tour options

After breakfast, drive back from the camp to Ulaanbaatar. You may choose an optional city tour where you will be taken to souvenir and cashmere shops before enjoying an evening concert of National Folklore. A farewell dinner and overnight in the hotel. (B+L+D)


Departure Mongolia.

You will be transferred from your hotel to the airport. (B)


B - Breakfast        L - Dinner        D - Dinner

Services included in the price


Twin bedded rooms in a hotel ****


Shared accommodation in tourist ger camp


Guiding and interpreting service


All meals as listed in the itinerary


Daily supply of bottled water


Transfers by vehicle 4x4


Local guides

All entrance fees

horse and camel, yak ride trial


Services not included in the price


International airfare


Personal equipments


Optional activity cost


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Excess baggage charges


Single room supplement


Alcoholic drinks


Travel Insurance


All prices are USD per person based on double occupancy. Single supplements are only available at hotels.
Single gers cannot be guaranteed. If a suitable roommate is not available,
a single supplement fee ($70) will be invoiced.



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