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Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 : Arrival in Ulaanbaatar

Meet and Greet Chinggis Khaan International Airport. Transfer to your Hotel, where accommodation is at a selected star hotel. You will have sightseeing program in Ulaanbaatar including the National museum of Mongolia, and the Mongol costumes museum. There will be time for shopping if requested. Free time to explore Ulaanbaata Overnight at the 3 star hotel. (L)

Day 2 : Flight to Ulaangom

Early morning take plane to Ulaangom, capital town of  Uvs Province. The flight takes total two hours. Appointed staff will greet you at local airport and your first destination will be Uvs Lake, lies away 40 km. Country’s largest lake, salty deep dotted dark green lake its surrounded beautiful nature combination. Fishing and birds watching activities are on.  Overnight as ground tenting. (B/L/D)

Day 3 : Uvs Lake - Tsagaan Nuur canyon

Uvs Lake - Tsagaan Nuur canyon (240 km). Lunch at the Uureg Lake. After lunch you will visit a nomad family of the Durvud ethnic group. You will be introduced to the nomadic lifestyle as well as the particular and unique culture, traditions and history of the Durvud people. Overnight as ground tenting near the Tsagaan Nuur canyon. (B/L/D)

Day 4 : Tsagaan Nuur canyon – Tsengel khairhan Mountain

Tsagaan Nuur canyon – Tsengel Hairhan Mountain. (180 km). Drive to the Tsengel Hairhan Mountain. On this day you will visit a Kazakh nomad family and will experience the traditional lifestyle of the Kazakh Mongolians. One of the unique traditions of the Kazakh people is hunting with eagles. In the afternoon you will visit a Kazakh nomadic family who use Golden Eagles for hunting. We will introduce you to the methods of catching and training Golden Eagles for hunting. Overnight as ground tenting. (B/L/D)

Day 5 : Tsengel Khairhan mountain.- Tsambagarav mountain

Tsengel  Hairhan mountain.- Tsambagarav mountain (150 km). Drive to Tsambagarav Mountain, stopping on the way for a relaxed picnic lunch at Tolbo Lake. After lunch you will visit a Kazakh family in order to witness the production methods of traditional handicrafts, such as intricate and delicate ger wall hangings. You can also experience nomadic life by riding a horse, milking a cow or a sheep. Traditional cuisine for dinner. Overnight at Ger camp. (B/L/D)

Day 6 : Tsambagarav mountain

Tsambagarav mountain - Hovd City about 140 km. On the way visit a nomadic family from the Uuld ethnic group of Mongolia. You will be introduced to the traditions and culture of Uuld people. Overnight as ground tenting near Khovd town. (B/L/D)

Day 7 : Khovd

Hovd - Day excursion to the nearby Khar Us Lake, second largest freshwater lake in the country, and Tsenkheriin Cave. Overnight in a hotel in Khovd city. (B/L/D)

Day 8 : Khan khentii strictly protected area

Flight back Ulaanbaatar, journey to Khan khentii strictly protected area, Princess temple 98 km away Arrive at late afternoon, meet and greet to driver and guide and trail to beyond Terelj NP, Khen khentii natural reverse. overnight at Princess Lodge. (B/L/D)   

Day 9 : Morning Ox-cart ride

Today you will visit Princess temple depending on your choice. We can provice you oxcart, horse riding services. It’s even beautiful to trek to temple. The Princess Temple is located near the Baruun Bayan river. The temple was built by Prince Dondovdorj who was the grandson of Tusheet Khan Chakhundorj, in honor of his queen Khicheengui Amarlingui Princess who was the daughter of Enkh Amgalan the Manchu King.The Temple used to have monks and run their religious activities till 1930. The Princess Temple was badly damaged by Stalinist purge during 1938-1942. Now there is only the ruin of temple still remained. Overnight in the tourist camp. (B/L/D)

Day 10 : Ulaanbaatar

Leave in the late afternoon to city, rest in the hotel and prepare to departure. In the evening program you join to Mongolian national song and dance academic ensemble .Overnight at 3 star Hotel. (B/L/D)

Day 11 : Departure

Have an early breakfast in hotel, departure transfer to the airport. (B)