Journey to the far west - DIscovery of Altai Tavan Bogd Mountain

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Tour description: This expedition explores the Western part of Mongolia, offering an ideal adventure for those seeking new challenges and diverse experiences. The region is home to approximately ten distinct ethnic nomadic groups, including Kazakhs. Traverse through the landscape featuring the eternally snow-capped peaks of the Altai Mountains, alongside rivers, streams, lakes, and the Bayan-Olgii Aimag. An exceptional tour designed to fulfil all your hopes and desires.

Day 1: Ulaanbaatar

Upon arrival in Ulaanbaatar by air or train you will be greeted by your guide and driver, and transferred to your hotel. Optional half or full day city tours are available.

Day 2: Ulgii town-Khovd River

On this day we will take a domestic flight to Ulgii town and upon arrival will drive to the Khovd River for camping on the bank. Overnight stay in a tent. (B/L/D)

Day 3: Khoton-Khurgan Lakes

Drive to Khoton and Khurgan Lakes. On the way there will be a visit to Kazakh families to experience their nomadic lifestyle and then set up a camp early. Meet our local guides and prepare for the trekking. Overnight stay in a tent. (B/L/D)

Day 4: Khoton-Khurgan

The trek will begin on this day. Trekking will be over a terrain of gentle hills and small flat valleys that lie along the Khoton Lake. The area is dotted with white gers of Kazakhs who live in the area. Also you will spot a few ancient circular tombs where the perimeter circle is marked with stones with a rock pile in the center. Overnight stay in a tent (B/L/D)

Day 5: Tsagaan Gol Valley

On this day drive to Tsagaan Gol Valley with lunch on the way. Arrive at Tsagaan Gol Valley in the evening. Camp next to a Tuvan family. Visit the family to meet them and experience their lifestyle. Overnight stay in a tent. (B/L/D)

Day 6: Tsagaan Gol Valley

The hike on this day is around 18 km through Shiveet Khairkhan mountain which is one of the most famous mountains for its rock paintings. Camping on the banks of Tsagaan Gol. Overnight stay in a tent. (B/L/D)

Day 7: Potanine Glacier

On this day the hike will be 18 km. The group will reach Potanin Glacier and camp there. The glacier stretches for 17km. View of 5 highest peaks of Altai Tavan Bogd Mountains can be enjoyed from here. Overnight stay in a tent. (B/L/D)

Day 8: Malchin Peak

On this day the group will climb Malchin Peak which is one of the 5 highest peaks of Altai Tavan Bogd. The peak is 4,049 meters above sea level. Overnight stay in a tent. (B/L/D)

Day 9: Tsagaan Gol Valley

This is the last day of trekking and we will make our way back to Tsagaan Gol Valley to meet our local drivers. We will have a farewell dinner with our local camel and horse guides during the trekking trip and say goodbye to them. Overnight stay in a tent. (B/L/D)

Day 10: Ulgii town

The group will drive back to Ulgii town. Check into a local hotel upon arrival in town. If the group arrives early then we will visit local bazaar and walk around the town. Dinner in a Muslim restaurant. Overnight stay in a local hotel. (B/L/D)

Day 11: Ulaanbaatar

After breakfast the group will drive to airport for a domestic flight to Ulaanbaatar. We will be delighted to drop you off at your hotel. Thank you for joining us on this memorable journey.

Optional airport service for your departure from Ulaanbaatar or tour extension are available based on your wishes*

Highlight

Altai Tavan bogd

This huge mountain range is over 900 km long stretching from western end of the country passing through Gobi-Altai Aimag. The highest peak is 4374 m high Mount Khuiten. This 100km-long mountain range starting from Mount Khuiten to Gichgenii Nuruu is known as Altai range. There are glaciers at the height of 3500-4000m of the mountain range

BAYAN-ULGII AIMAG /KAZAKH PEOPLE/

Bayan-Ulgii aimag (province) is located in the West region of our country. It is bordered with Russia and China. 97% of the population is Kazakh whereas the rest 3% are Mongolian minority groups, such as Tuva, Uriankhai and Zakhchin. Kazakh life style and habits are differed from Mongolian due to different reasons. Most of the population is Muslim

Khoton and lake Khurgan nuur

Lake Khoton Nuur is located in an intermontane tectonic depression in the northern portion of the Mongolian Altai. Its Surface area is 50.1 km2; the average depth is 26.6 m; the maximum depth is approximately 58 m. Khoton nuur has one Iceland which is covered by woods. The system of Khoton Nuur and Khurgan Nuur lakes, connected by a wide channel, is the source of the Hovd River which drains the whole Mongolian Altai. Lake Khoton Nuur was formed by glacial blockages. Khurgan nuur is the lowest point of Altai Tavan Bogd National park. Some fishes are in lake Khoton and lake Khurgan nuur.

Tsagaan Gol Valley

White River Valley (Tsagaan gol) is place where the 4 season of the weather in one hour, where the mountains are meeting the sky and friendly Tuvan nomads showing you unexpected hospitality.

National Museum of Mongolia

National Museum of Mongolian History was established after the merger of the historical, archaeological and ethnographical departments of the State Central Museum and the Museum of the Revolution in 1991.

The Capital city

The capital of Mongolia finally settled on its present site in 1778. Territory of the Capital Ulaanbaatar city occupies 470,444 hectares of land, covering areas of the mountain ranges in the tributary basin of the Tuul river west bank, and the Tolgotiin Nuruu range to the north and Bogd Khan mountain. Holy mountains surround it; the Bogd Uul Mountain to the south, the Songino Mountain to the west, the Bayanzurkh Mountain to the east and the Chingeltei Mountain to the north.

The Essentials

1. Package price

From USD per person

2. Tour dates: / 2018

3. Group size

Minimum 3pax

Maximum 15pax

4. Single Supplement in Ger camp

Single occupancy in ger camps; USD per person

5. Tour includes:

Transfers upon arrival and departure
English speaking guide at all times.
In the countryside all lodging will be in ger camps.
Accommodation in a hotel or hostel in Ulaanbaatar
All meals are provided as stated in the itinerary.
Ground transportation: in the countryside by a chauffeur driven Russian jeep, bus in the city area.
Park entrance fees
Sightseeing as per itinerary
1 liter of drinking water per day per person

6. Package price DOESNOT INCLUDE:

Hotel extras, such as telephone calls, bar bills and laundry services, travel insurance, medical insurance, visa application fees, alcoholic beverages, personal expenses such as items of a personal nature, gratuity to local guides and drivers, airfare or train ticket, airport taxes, excess baggage charges (over 33pound / 15kilo), changes of arrival/departure flights, additional services, any charges of force majeure beyond our control (e.g. imposition, quarantine restrictions, etc.), optional excursions unless stated in your itinerary, etc…

7. Important notice

Since the trip will be in the mountainous, a high altitude region of Mongolia, and the weather can be very unpredictable and you might even experience snow, we suggest you bring the following:

Warm coat
Gloves
Scarf
Woolen hat
Long underwear / long johns
Woolen jumper
Woolen socks
Sleeping bag (for -10 to -15C)

Please bring the above in addition to your usual gear and items for such a trip. Only Russian jeeps /minivans are available in this region

Terms & Conditions

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If you have any special request that does not form part of the tour as described in the itinerary /for example, dietary requirements or room location/ please let us know. We will always try to meet such requests, but cannot guarantee to do so. In no circumstances will such requests, be accepted by us to form part of our contractual obligations and we will not have a liability if they are not met.

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If you want to change any of the details of your booking after we have sent you confirmation we will do our best to help. You must confirm any change in writing to us. /We recommend that letters are sent by e-mail/. If we are able to make the change there will be a charge. If you wish to make any changes whole on tour /e.g. upgrading your accommodation and staying alone in a Ger in the tourist camp/ all requests are subject to availability and any extra fees must be paid.

Cancellations

Cancellation will be calculated as set out below and will be notified to you by mail or e-mail within a week of cancellation. When the cancellation letter is received by us prior to departure charges as per person: More than 8 weeks – 15 percent only Less than 8 weeks – 30% of the tour fare Less than 6 days – 100% of the tour fare

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