Maybe the story of fairness and conquest of Chinggis Khaan may push-starting journey to Mongolia to explore his secrets of establishing the Great Empire. If yes, it is highly recommended to travel to the Birthplace of Chinggis Khaan and the historical places where he and his family lived. The authentic lifestyle of Mongolian nomads and conquest of Chinggis Khaan is highlighted by their outstanding horse-based culture. It is impossible to imagine the nomads’ lives without their horses. They do not only use their horses, but also they worship their horses, as horses are such important aspects of their lives.
Highlights:
Chinggis Khaan equestrian monument, 13th-century theme park, Baldan bereeven Monastery, the birthplace of Chinggis Khaan, and historical Three river basins, cross-cultural experiences and, natural beauty of Khentii Mountains.
Day 1. Ulaanbaatar
Arrival in Ulaanbaatar and meet our guide and driver. Transfer to hotel and check-in. In the afternoon short city tour in Ulaanbaatar city: visit Sukhbaatar Square, ChinggisKhaan’s monument, National Museum of Mongolian History, and visit Zaisan Memorial for Panoramic view of Ulaanbaatar. Overnight at the hotel.
Day 2. 13th Century Complex
Drive to the 13th-century theme park of the Mongolian Empire. On the way shortstop to see Golden Whip Statue Chinggis Khaan, which was, construct for the 800th anniversary of Mongolian Empire. Continue the tour to the 13th-century complex, where you may feel yourself exploring ancient Mongolia. The entire complex aimed to show ancient tribe structure and their culture and lifestyle. Overnight at ger camp.
Day 3. Bereeven Monastery
Drive to the Baldan Bereeven Monastery. The monastery was the largest Buddhist centre in eastern Mongolia. Location of the monastery is well planned; surrounding mountains, forest and scenery are a perfect harmony of natural beauty and monastery construction. Under the darkest shadow of the communist purges in 1930s monastery was destroyed completely and only ruin of the main temples and some Buddhist image carvings in the northern mountain rocks are left. As other monasteries in Mongolia BaldanBereeven monastery was restored since democratic changes in 1992s. Overnight at ger camp.
Day 4. Binder Village/ Chingissin Toonot
Drive to the Chinggisiin toonot camp, which located in Binder soum. Visit Rashaan khad the rock cliff that carved horse brand of Ancient Mongolian tribes. Nearby the cliff, it is able to observe mounds and archaeological findings from neoliths and Bronze Age. Horse riding along with picturesque scenery of the area for an hour. Overnight at ger camp.
Day 5. Dadal, Birth Place of Chinggis Khaan
Drive to the Dadalsoum of Khentii province the birthplace of ChinggisKhaan. Visit Deluunboldog and places where Temuujin’s ancestors were lived. Visit a local family in order to explore the culture of Buriad people, an ethnic minority of Mongolia. Overnight at ger camp.
Day 6. Undurkhaan Town
Drive to Undurkhaasn town, the centre of Khentii province. Visit local Museum and monument of Great Khaan. Overnight at a local hotel.
Day 7. Khuduu Aral
Drive to Huduu Aral of Herlen River (country Island of Kherlen River) where Chinggis Khaan’s family lived and settled their Aurag Ordo. In addition, Huduu Aral is the place where Secret History of Mongols, the famous book about Great Khaan and his history was written. Overnight at ger camp.
Day 8. Khukh Nuur Lake
Drive to the Khukhnuur lake where Temuujin was proclaimed as Chinggis Khaan and Mongol Empire was established in 1206. The area is surrounded by lush green forest and spotted a small lake on the south of KharZurkhen Mountain. Overnight ate ger camp.
Day 9. Terelj National Park
Drive to Terelj National Park. In the way stop on Terelj Ovoo pile of rocks that on the mountain pass. It is related to shamanism’s tradition to protect natural spirits. Tour continues to cave and arrive at tourist GER camp. After lunch Horse riding to Turtle Rock, Aryabal meditation temple and back to GER. Short hike to the mountain sees the picturesque scenery of National Park. Overnight at ger camp.
Day 10. Ulaanbaatar
Drive to Ulaanbaatar. Free time for relaxing. Visit Gandan the largest monastery in Mongolia, Bogd Khaan winter palace and shopping. In the evening enjoy Mongolian folk music and dance concert. Overnight in hotel.
Day 11. Departure
Check out the hotel transfer to airport or train station. Tour ends.
DEPARTURE:
Choose Your Dates! This is not a fixed-departure-date tour. Just let us know the dates that work best for you and we will arrange everything
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4 star hotel accommodation in Ulaanbaatar for 2 nights shared room
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Transportation by Japanese van or bus in Ulaanbaatar
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Ger camp accommodation for 5 nights
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English speaking tour guide
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Horse and camel riding cost
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International airfare transportation
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Any additional not mentioned above
