DAY 1 - Welcome to Ulaanbaatar
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Welcome tourists at the airport or railway station. You will start your tour in Mongolia with a meeting of a professional Mongol Native team at the "Chinggis Khan" international airport and will be transfered to the one of the best quality hotels in the downtown of Ulaanbaatar. (There are all five stars hotels - Ulaanbaatar, Tsetseg, Bayangol, Sunjin Grand, Chinggis Khan Palace, and more)
DAY 2 - Khustai Nuruu and Elsen tasarkhai
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Hustai tourist resort is 100 km far from the Ulaanbaatar city, to the west. The resort is available during a year. In winter it receives 40, in summer 95 tourists. Moilt camp is also available in summer and able to serve 25 visitors per day.
More information about Khustai Nuruu - http://www.hustai.mn
More information about Khustai Nuruu - http://www.hustai.mn
DAY 3 - Kharkhorin, Bat-Ulzii sum
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This short excursion to the ancient capital of Kharkhorin will give you a new perspective on the nature of the Mongol Empire. Not much remains today of Karakorum, as it was destroyed by clan infighting and it’s materials were used to build the Erdene Zuu Monastery. In an empire of nomads, very few permanent structures were ever erected, and the impermanence of cities and monuments was of little significance to these warriors of the steppe. You will experience the unique setting of Kharkhorin, located on one of the major trading routes of the ancient Silk Road, and visit nearby places that will give you further insight into the natural and human history of Mongolia.
More information about Kharkhorin - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kharkhorin
More information about Kharkhorin - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kharkhorin
DAY 4 - Ulaantsutgalan WATERFALL, Tuvkhun Hiid, Arkhangai aimag
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Over 25 m high Ulaantsutgalan is the biggest waterfall in Mongolia and one of the most attractive destination in Orkhon river valley, UNISCO World heritage site. It is located 90 km from Karakorum.
The waterfall (Mongolian: Улаанцутгалангын хүрхрээ, "Red flows waterfall") is located on the Orkhon River in Bat-Ulzii, Uvurkhangai province. Its width is about 10 m. The surrounding areas of the waterfall was formed by volcanic activities dated back approximately 20,000 years (possibly Quaternary period). When a smaller river named Ulaan (meaning Red) flows into Orkhon river the water drops over the edge with height over 25 and makes the waterfall. That is why, locals called it Ulaantsutgalan which meaning Red's Flows. This area is covered by over 10 m thick lava layer with interesting shapes of bubbles and the smaller waterfalls with 4-5 m height, like Jijigtsutgalan (means Small Flows), were created around here. Orkhon is longest river in Mongolia with length of 1124 kilometers (709 miles) and formulates by springs at the numerous mouths of Suvraga Khairkhan a peak of Khangai mountain range.The waterfall become a mark that is on half of its full length of Orkhon River. Flows of Orkhon River created a 130 km long canyon through the lava plateau.
The waterfall (Mongolian: Улаанцутгалангын хүрхрээ, "Red flows waterfall") is located on the Orkhon River in Bat-Ulzii, Uvurkhangai province. Its width is about 10 m. The surrounding areas of the waterfall was formed by volcanic activities dated back approximately 20,000 years (possibly Quaternary period). When a smaller river named Ulaan (meaning Red) flows into Orkhon river the water drops over the edge with height over 25 and makes the waterfall. That is why, locals called it Ulaantsutgalan which meaning Red's Flows. This area is covered by over 10 m thick lava layer with interesting shapes of bubbles and the smaller waterfalls with 4-5 m height, like Jijigtsutgalan (means Small Flows), were created around here. Orkhon is longest river in Mongolia with length of 1124 kilometers (709 miles) and formulates by springs at the numerous mouths of Suvraga Khairkhan a peak of Khangai mountain range.The waterfall become a mark that is on half of its full length of Orkhon River. Flows of Orkhon River created a 130 km long canyon through the lava plateau.
DAY 5 - Chuluut Gol, Horgo Togoo
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Horgo Mountain is a dormant volcano located on the east shore of Lake Terhiin Tsagaan (2,100 m above sea level). Horgiin Togoo is the highest volcano crater in the Orkhon River Valley. >From the summit of this basalt-covered mountain one has a splendid view over the whole region and the lake. The volcanic crater of the Togoo Uul is 200m wide and 100m deep. The northern slope is covered with Siberian Larch. One of the most interesting sights of Horgo is the so-called Basalt. Ger, which lies on the southern side. It is a large solidified bubble of lava with a broken piece on one side, which makes a natural door. The height of some of these stone gers is 1.7m. Several other ancient volcanoes are not far from the Horgo.
Lake Terhiin Tsagaan was formed when volcanic lava dammed the Suman River, cutting a large gorge through the basalt. It is an astonishingly beautiful lake, 20 km long, 16 km wide and 4 to 10 meters deep with an altitude of 2,060m above sea level.
The Chuluut River rises in Egiin Davaa of the Khangai Mountain Range and flows for 415 kilometers north to join the Ider River, thus forming the Selenge River. The Chuluut River flows through a sheer basalt canyon, which extends 100 kilometers from of lava of nearby extinct volcanoes such as Khorgo Volcano and others. The Chuluut river is rich in fish.
Lake Terhiin Tsagaan was formed when volcanic lava dammed the Suman River, cutting a large gorge through the basalt. It is an astonishingly beautiful lake, 20 km long, 16 km wide and 4 to 10 meters deep with an altitude of 2,060m above sea level.
The Chuluut River rises in Egiin Davaa of the Khangai Mountain Range and flows for 415 kilometers north to join the Ider River, thus forming the Selenge River. The Chuluut River flows through a sheer basalt canyon, which extends 100 kilometers from of lava of nearby extinct volcanoes such as Khorgo Volcano and others. The Chuluut river is rich in fish.
DAY 6 - Taikhar ROCK, Ugii Nuur
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Passing through the provincial centre Tsetserleg, you will get legendary rock Taikhar which stands not far from the Tsetserleg. Taikhar chuluu, also known as Taikhar Rock, is a large granite over 18 m high rock formation in the northern part of the Bulgan Mountain, central Mongolia. It lies 20 km north west of the nearest large town, Tsetserleg, by road. The area around the formation is home to a ancient writings and paintings. Geologically, the rock was separated by Tamir river systems in millions years from north side of the mountain.
According to Mongolian folk myths, a serpent beings who waged many wars in the world, scarring the people. Then people asked favor from Bukhbilegt who is great wrestler and warrior for destroy the beast. The Bukhbilegt took a rock from Bulgan Mountain and went to the snake. There followed a great battle, which ended in the deaths of the serpent. The rock threw on the head of the serpent named Taikhar. The word "head" is called as "Tarkhi" in Mongolian language.
The rock has a large number of inscriptions, over 150, in various scripts including Turkish, Uighar, Mongolian, Tibetan, Manchu, Sogda and Chinese too. The purpose and meaning of inscriptions are various types but usually for blessings, praises and sometimes referred ancient poems. The earliest and most famous one is Turkish "Orkhon-Enisei writings" which was wrote in Runi language belong to VI-VIII AD century. Also, The cliffs has writings of traditional Mongolian alphabet and dated back to XIV Century. Passed events and historical figures were referred on the some writings. Unfortunately, most of them seem to have barely appeared as time passes.
According to Mongolian folk myths, a serpent beings who waged many wars in the world, scarring the people. Then people asked favor from Bukhbilegt who is great wrestler and warrior for destroy the beast. The Bukhbilegt took a rock from Bulgan Mountain and went to the snake. There followed a great battle, which ended in the deaths of the serpent. The rock threw on the head of the serpent named Taikhar. The word "head" is called as "Tarkhi" in Mongolian language.
The rock has a large number of inscriptions, over 150, in various scripts including Turkish, Uighar, Mongolian, Tibetan, Manchu, Sogda and Chinese too. The purpose and meaning of inscriptions are various types but usually for blessings, praises and sometimes referred ancient poems. The earliest and most famous one is Turkish "Orkhon-Enisei writings" which was wrote in Runi language belong to VI-VIII AD century. Also, The cliffs has writings of traditional Mongolian alphabet and dated back to XIV Century. Passed events and historical figures were referred on the some writings. Unfortunately, most of them seem to have barely appeared as time passes.
DAY 7 - National OpeRA Theatre, Ulaanbaatar
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The National Academic Theatre of Opera and Ballet of Mongolia (colloquially called Ulaanbaatar Opera House) opened on 15 May 1963 and made its opening ceremony on 18 May 1963 with Tchaikovsky’s Eugene Onegin. The repertoire includes classical and national ballet (Swan Lake, The Nutcracker) and opera (Madama Butterfly, La bohème). The beginnings of a contemporary professional theatre in Mongolia were laid down with the establishment of a National Central Theatre in 1931,[1] which was an extension of the Folk Stadium which was inaugurated in 1927.
DAY 8 - Complex statue of Chinggis Khaan
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The Genghis Khan Equestrian Statue, part of the Genghis Khan Statue Complex is a 40 metre (131 ft 3 in) tall statue of Genghis Khan on horseback, on the bank of the Tuul River at Tsonjin Boldog (54 km (33.55 mi) east of the Mongolian capital Ulaanbaatar), where according to legend, he found a golden whip. The statue is symbolically pointed east towards his birthplace. It is on top of the Genghis Khan Statue Complex, a visitor centre, itself 10 metres (32 ft 10 in) tall, with 36 columns representing the 36 khans from Genghis to Ligdan Khan. It was designed by sculptor D. Erdenebileg and architect J. Enkhjargal and erected in 2008.
More information about Genghis Khan Statue Complex - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genghis_Khan_Equestrian_Statue
More information about Genghis Khan Statue Complex - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Genghis_Khan_Equestrian_Statue
DAY 9 - Gorkhi Terelj National Park and complex of 13th century
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We drive to the Gorkhi Terelj National park that loacted in the Khentii Mountain range. This park is the popular gateway destination because of its gigantic rock formations, a famous "Crawling Turtle Rock", alpine forests and flower scenery. Wonderful opportunities for horse riding and hiking. Also, we have chance to see ancient Mongolian cultures in complex of 13th century. We return to Ulaanbaatar for the evening.
DAY 10 - Bogd Khaan Museum, Ulaanbaatar
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In the afternoon, we have a chance to visit the Bogd Khaan Museum; the palace known as the Green Palace. The Palace was built in 1903 dedicated to the 8th Bogd Gegeen, the head of lamaist and the last king of Mongolia. Amazing bronze castings, silk paintings, paper icons, mineral paintings, god statues made by Zanabazar and his students including a royal ger made out of snow leopard skins are the main attraction of this palace. Overnight in the hotel. Our tour in Mongolia is now complete.
More information about Bogd Khaan Museum - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winter_Palace_of_the_Bogd_Khan
http://www.mongolia-travel-advice.com/bogd-khan-palace.html
More information about Bogd Khaan Museum - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winter_Palace_of_the_Bogd_Khan
http://www.mongolia-travel-advice.com/bogd-khan-palace.html