Horse Trekking in Orkhon Valley

$1055

per person

This tour is a great choice for those who seek adventure in one of the mountain ranges in Mongolia and wilderness trekking.

Duration: 9 days / 8 nights
Availability: June to mid of September
Group size: min 2
Physical rating: Active
Accommodation: 2 nights tented camping, 1 night in standard tourist Ger camps and 3-nights nomad homestay
Activities: Horse trekking / local living / Wilderness experience

Tour Highlights

– Ride a horse like Mongols and live like nomads in Orkhon valley
– Explore the untouched beauty of Naiman nuur nature reserve on horseback
– Tour through Kharkhorin and Orkhon Unesco Heritage Sites
– Local living – Homestay with nomad family and Learn daily chores
– Experience tented camping under starry night
– Sleep in Yurt – Tourist Ger camp

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Per Person
2 person

USD 1400
3 to 4 person

USD 1055
More than 4 person

More attractive price upon request
Include

4WD vehicle transportation

Bottled water

Airport pick-up & drop-off

Meals as indicated

Fees for activities

Admission fees

English speaking guide

Accommodation as indicated
Not Included

Personal expenses

Travel insurance

Tipping(optional)

Visa application & fees

International airfares

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Trek to the Khuisiin Naiman Nuur nature reserve and Orkhon waterfall which are rich in flora and fauna.

Day 1: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia & Free Day

Arrival in Ulaanbaatar, Capital of Mongolia
Our driver will transfer you from Chinggis Khaan International Airport (check available services at the airport to your hotel (30-45 minutes)
Free day in Ulaanbaatar (you can explore the city on your own – check suggested attractions to visit in Ulaanbaatar or book our city day tour)

Meals: No Meal
Accommodation: Check our suggested hotels in Ulaanbaatar (we can book it without service charge)
Distance: 30-40 minutes ride to the city center depending on city traffic

Day 2 : Visit Kharkhorin - Erdenezuu Monastery

Pick up from your hotel and head Central Mongolia
Explore the first Mongolian Buddhist monastery - Erdenezuu
Take a tour through the ancient city
Visit Kharkhorum museum to learn from ancient empire situated in Mongolia

Meals: Lunch + Dinner
Accommodation: Standard tourist Ger camp
Distance: 5 hours’ drive on paved road

Day 3 : Orkhon waterfall – Nomad family homestay

Drive to Orkhon waterfall which is located in Orkhon river valley
Visit Temeen Chuluun Deer Stone – tombstone and deer steles
Enjoy break in Uurtiin Tohoi Cliffs - viewpoint over Orkhon valley
Discover Orkhon waterfall, a part of Unesco world heritage site
Meet nomadic herder – learn daily chores including milking, rounding livestock, cooking class of dumplings making, processing dairy products and playing traditional games
Get ready for the horse trek starting from tomorrow !

Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Accommodation: Nomad family’s Guest Ger (basic facilities – no running water)
Distance: 3 hours’ drive on paved road and dirt road

Day 4 : Trekking to Khuisiin Naiman Nuur

Trek to Naiman Nuur /eight lake/ ; created by volcanic eruptions century ago
Ride through green valley with lava stone field
Encounter with happy nomads, yak, horse, sheep and cow, Gers along the way
Picnic lunch and break times en route
Enjoy trotting and galloping

Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Accommodation: Tented camping
Distance: 20-25 kms horse trekking

Day 5 : Trekking to Lake Khuis

Wilderness time - Challenging ride through narrow trials of forested mountain and steep climb to the mountain
Picnic lunch en route
Visit Khuis lake; the smallest lake of 8 lakes
Set up our camping

Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Accommodation: Tented camping
Distance: 25 kms horse trekking

Day 6 : Trekking to Lake Shireet

Horse riding in beautiful steppes and forest mountains
Discover the scenic lakes in the park
Picnic lunch en route
Visit Shireet lake ; the largest fresh water lake situated 2800 meters above sea level
Another night reconnecting to the nature and starry night

Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Accommodation: Tented camping
Distance: 25 kms horse trekking

Day 7 : Trek to small lakes + Buurug valley

Mongolian man riding horse and look after his livestock

Visit two other small lakes before heading back to Orkhon valley
Ride through rugged mountains and forest
Picnic lunch en route
Enjoy breathtaking view of happy nomads valley
Try mare’s milk – favorite Mongolian beverage and have traditional meal

Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Accommodation: Nomad family’s Guest Ger (basic facilities – no running water)
Distance: 25 kms horse trekking

Day 8 : Drive to Ulaanbaatar

Drive to Ulaanbaatar
Farewell dinner – Mongolian Traditional Food
Transfer to the hotel

Meals: Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner
Accommodation: Check our suggested hotels in Ulaanbaatar (we can book it without service charge)
Distance: 7 hours’ drive on paved and dirt road

Day 9 : Departure

End of tour. Departure from Chinggis Khaan International Airport. Our tour driver will drop you off at the airport approx. 3 hours before your scheduled flight. We are happy to extend your trip to the other destinations of Mongolia (the Gobi desert, Western Mongolia & Eagle Hunters, Northern Mongolia and Eastern Mongolia). Book your trip extension with us and enjoy 5-20% discount for loyalty!

FAQ

We provide excellent accommodation, transportation and quality of service as listed below.

AVAILABILITY

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Tourist Ger camp : Comfort level

You will stay in excellent tourist Ger camps which a traditional hotel that provides Ger (yurt –round shape dwelling) as a hotel room and is usually located near the tourist attractions. The standard toilet, shower and bathroom facilities are provided.

Nomad family stay in Guest Ger : Unique

You will experience authentic nomad homestay enjoying hearty meals and drinks with local helping the nomad with daily chores from milking cow, processing dairy products (cooking milk, preparing butter) and rounding up livestock. Based on twin to quadruple occupancy, Guest ger are equipped with beds, sink to wash and table with chairs but no standard toilet, tape water, shower and electricity are provided.

Tented camping: Adventure

Camping under millions of star is a brilliant way to connect to the nature and spirit of Mongolia. There is no designated spot for camping but you can pitch your tent anywhere. We provide 2-4 people tent equipped with mattress, sleeping bag and sheets. We leave no trace for camping. MEALS

We will cater authentic Mongolian and fusion meals as well as European meals during your travel. Special dietary requests such vegetarian, gluten-free and religious meals are available upon request in advance. TRANSPORTATION & ROAD CONDITION

Depending on the number of people, we provide 4WD car with A/C including Land cruiser, Lexus jeep and Mitsubishi Delica for comfort and efficiency. More less half of the Mongolian road is dirt and off-beaten. Depending on day-to-day program, we drive on asphalt and dirt road for as little as a couple of hours up to six hours with pleasant stops for toilet, photographs and stretching. BOOKING & PAYMENT

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terms and conditions. WHAT TO PACK

Travel documents, warm coat/jacket and layers, hiking shoes, raincoat, rubber slippers, sunglasses, sunblock, bandana, lip balm, hat, insect repellent, travel medicine and standard toiletries

Camera, camera accessories, USB charger, e-book readers, walking stick if necessary, led head torch

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Trek to the Khuisiin Naiman Nuur nature reserve and Orkhon waterfall which are rich in flora and fauna.