Mongolia

Itinerary

Day 1 Ulaanbaatar

Ger suburbs, locals in traditional dress and business suits, Soviet architecture and a wealth of museums, palaces and monasteries provide a perfect introduction to the modern face of Mongolia.

Day 2 Amarbayasgalant Monastery

Drive through vast open grasslands to the tranquil and remote Palace for God's Meditation. Enjoy a night in a ger camp in the Iven Gol River Valley by the foot of the Burenkhan Mountains.

Days 3-4 Selenge River

Relax in the stunning surroundings of the picturesque Selenge River. Nature lovers might like to hike to the 13th-century volcanic crater at Pot Mountain. Enjoy a homestay at the settlement of Ikh Uul, an opportunity to meet a Mongolian family.

Days 5-6 Lake Khovsgol

Possibly Mongolia's most beautiful destination, Lake Khovsgol is surrounded by rolling grasslands, fir forests and meadows teeming with wildflowers. Join locals and visit the reindeer herders of the north.

Days 7-9 Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake/Khorgo

Climb the extinct volcanic peaks for spectacular views of the surreal landscape and relax in the evening with a traditional barbecue.

Days 10-11 Tsenkher

Enjoy the remote, untouched beauty of the region and soak in the Tsenkher hot springs.

Days 12-13 Karakorum/Khogno Khan

Mongolia's warrior hero, Genghis Khan, built Karakorum as his capital. Explore the ruins of this ancient city and visit the impressive Erdenezuu Monastery, birthplace of Mongolian Buddhism. Hike the hills or revel in the nomadic atmosphere on a camel ride.

Days 14-15 Ulaanbaatar

Return to the capital via roadside shrines and ger communities.