Horse riding in Orkhon Valley

TOUR OVERVIEW

Mongolia is home of nomadic culture. Almost half of the populations still remain to leave nomadic lifestyle. This trip gives you the opportunity to explore nomadic culture in depth, while riding horse without time limit in the wild, with the views of stunning mountains, wide-open valleys, clear water rivers and countless animals those grazing free. Today, Orkhon Valley is a large place of nomadism where many breeders usually set up their Gers. The picturesque steppe landscapes, surrounded by the verdant Khangai Mountains, the rich fauna and flora, make this area the perfect place to discover the nomadic Mongolia. We can also visit monasteries, such as Erdene Zuu Monastery, that is the oldest Buddhist monastery of Mongolia, Tuvkhun Hermitage – that was once a lifetime retreat High Saint Zanabazar, who was a great sculptor and one of the biggest representatives of Buddhism in Mongolia.  All these places show the religious traditions of the Mongolian nomads. When you take this tour, you will discover the country of horse, its natural beauty, distinctive culture and historical places on horseback.

category:

Horse Riding tour


AVAILAble:

June - September


Duration:

10 Days / 9 Nights


Destination:

Central Mongolia

Tour grade:

Moderate


Distance:

drive 840 kms / riding 220kms


Highlights:

Ogii lake

Karakorum

Tuvkhun monastery

Orkhon waterfall

Elsen Tasarkhai sand dunes

horseback riding

camel riding

nomadic culture experiencing

real authentic Mongolian barbecue Khorkhog


DETAILED ITINERARY

DAY 1. Ogii Lake
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FACILTIES: Standard Gers & Tepees: 10 Wooden house: 0 Deluxe Gers & Wooden houses: 9 Restaurant: 1 Sanit...
Ger Camp
Ogii Lake

FACILTIES: Standard Gers: 23 Wooden house: 0 Deluxe Gers: 0 Restaurant: 1 Sanitary: Western style hot shower &am...

In the morning, we will pick you up from your accommodation and start our journey towards to Ogii lake, which covers 27 sq.km areas, average depth is 6.64m and has length of 23.5m. The lake is abundant in various types of fish and birds, which create an incredible natural beauty. Ogii Lake is known as the one of the best lakes for fishing and delicate sand, whetstone coast and the soft waves makes very pleasant for boat adventure. Arrive at lake area late afternoon and transfer to the ger camp. Prepare for your horse ride and enjoy the wilderness. Horse riding practice around the Lake Ogii. Stay overnight in Ger camp.

DAY 2. Horse Riding towards to Karakorum (riding: 35-40 kms daily)
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Orkhon Valley

FACILTIES: Standard Gers: 23 Wooden house: 0 Deluxe Gers: 0 Restaurant: 1 Sanitary: Western style hot shower &am...

Enjoy your breakfast over the admiring sunrise. As the terrain is hilly steppes, perfect for horseback riding, we will cover 35-40 km each day with great views and wilderness as well as lots of fun. Enjoy and learning experience of Mongolian horses and stay overnight at tent.

DAY 3. Horse Riding towards to Karakorum (riding: 35-40 kms daily)
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Orkhon Valley

FACILTIES: Standard Gers: 23 Wooden house: 0 Deluxe Gers: 0 Restaurant: 1 Sanitary: Western style hot shower &am...

Enjoy your breakfast over the admiring sunrise. As the terrain is hilly steppes, perfect for horseback riding, we will cover 35-40 km each day with great views and wilderness as well as lots of fun. Enjoy and learning experience of Mongolian horses and stay overnight at tent.

DAY 4. Karakorum
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FACILTIES: Standard Gers & Tepees: 10 Wooden house: 0 Deluxe Gers & Wooden houses: 9 Restaurant: 1 Sanit...
Ger Camp
Karakorum

FACILTIES: Standard Gers: 23 Wooden house: 0 Deluxe Gers: 0 Restaurant: 1 Sanitary: Western style hot shower &am...

We will continue to ride and arrive in Karakorum in the afternoon. Kharkhorin, formerly known as Karakorum, once was a capital of Chingghis Khaan's Great Mongol Empire in the 13th century. Today, in the wide valley of the Orkhon River, ancient monastery Erdene Zuu coexists with Kharkhorin town. We will visit to newly opened Kharkhorin museum which displays artifacts mostly of Great Mongolian Empire time and Erdene Zuu Monastery complex museum respectively. Transfer to Ger camp, take shower and enjoy the evening with good dinner and cold beers. Stay overnight in Ger camp.

DAY 5. Horse riding to Tuvkhun Monastery (riding: 40 kms daily)
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Tuvkhun Monastery

FACILTIES: Standard Gers: 23 Wooden house: 0 Deluxe Gers: 0 Restaurant: 1 Sanitary: Western style hot shower &am...

On these days we ride our horses to legendary Tuvkhun monastery, in Khangai Mountains. Tuvkhun Monastery, one of most beautiful monastery complex, situated on a forested rocky mountain called Shireet Ulaan, which elevated in 2300 meters above sea level. It was a meditation center and creation house of famous sculptor Zanabazar, who is Mongolia’s first Bogd (living Buddha), a leader of the Mongol state and Mongolian Buddhism in 17th century. Visit the legendary monastery and hear the stories related to the Saint Zanabazar, explore the beautiful surroundings and enjoy some leisure times. Overnight tented camp.

DAY 6. Horse riding to Tuvkhun Monastery (riding: 40 kms daily)
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Tuvkhun Monastery

FACILTIES: Standard Gers: 23 Wooden house: 0 Deluxe Gers: 0 Restaurant: 1 Sanitary: Western style hot shower &am...

On these days we ride our horses to legendary Tuvkhun monastery, in Khangai Mountains. Tuvkhun Monastery, one of most beautiful monastery complex, situated on a forested rocky mountain called Shireet Ulaan, which elevated in 2300 meters above sea level. It was a meditation center and creation house of famous sculptor Zanabazar, who is Mongolia’s first Bogd (living Buddha), a leader of the Mongol state and Mongolian Buddhism in 17th century. Visit the legendary monastery and hear the stories related to the Saint Zanabazar, explore the beautiful surroundings and enjoy some leisure times. Overnight tented camp.

DAY 7. Orkhon Waterfall (riding: 25-30 kms)
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Orkhon Waterfall

FACILTIES: Standard Gers: 23 Wooden house: 0 Deluxe Gers: 0 Restaurant: 1 Sanitary: Western style hot shower &am...

Start riding to the Orkhon Waterfall. Over 25 m high Orkhon Waterfall is the biggest waterfall in Mongolia and one of the most attractive destinations in Orkhon river valley, UNISCO World heritage site. The surrounding areas of the waterfall were formed by volcanic activities dated back approximately 20,000 years (possibly Quaternary period). Flows of Orkhon River created a 130 km long canyon through the lava plateau. We also enjoy from scenery and wilderness  and  riding distance will be 25-30km each day. Visit to the nomadic families on horseback to see their lifestyle and witness their hospitality, and ride in the vast valley of the Orkhon river. Overnight tented camp.

DAY 8. Orkhon Waterfall (riding: 25-30 kms)
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Orkhon Waterfall

FACILTIES: Standard Gers: 23 Wooden house: 0 Deluxe Gers: 0 Restaurant: 1 Sanitary: Western style hot shower &am...

Start riding to the Orkhon Waterfall. Over 25 m high Orkhon Waterfall is the biggest waterfall in Mongolia and one of the most attractive destinations in Orkhon river valley, UNISCO World heritage site. The surrounding areas of the waterfall were formed by volcanic activities dated back approximately 20,000 years (possibly Quaternary period). Flows of Orkhon River created a 130 km long canyon through the lava plateau. We also enjoy from scenery and wilderness  and  riding distance will be 25-30km each day. Visit to the nomadic families on horseback to see their lifestyle and witness their hospitality, and ride in the vast valley of the Orkhon river. Overnight stay in Ger camp.

DAY 9. Elsen Tasarkhai sand dunes
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FACILTIES: Standard Gers & Tepees: 10 Wooden house: 0 Deluxe Gers & Wooden houses: 9 Restaurant: 1 Sanit...
Ger Camp
Khogno Khan Natural Reserve & Elsen Tasarkhai sand dunes

FACILTIES: Standard Gers: 23 Wooden house: 0 Deluxe Gers: 0 Restaurant: 1 Sanitary: Western style hot shower &am...

Today, we’ll leave our horses and say goodbye to horse keepers. We drive to Elsen Tasarkhai via Karakorum. Arrive in Elsen Tasarkhai, enjoy camel riding on the Elsen Tasarkhai sand dunes, and visit to local camel herding family. Stay overnight in Ger camp.

DAY 10. Ulaanbaatar
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After breakfast we will drive back to Ulaanbaatar.  Arrive at Ulaanbaatar, and you will be transferred to your accommodation. End of the tour.

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Tour price

group size
price/per person
2 pax
1390$
3-5 pax
1120$
6-8 pax
920$
Deposit
20% of tour price

Inclusion & Exclusion

Include

4 Nights in Ger camps

5 Nights tented stay

4 WD Vehicle in the countryside

Airport transfers for arrival / departure

Meals as listed (B-Breakfast, L-Lunch, D-Dinner)

Sightseeing and Entrance fees according to the itinerary

English speaking guide

Camp assistants / horse men

Riding horses

Riding helmets

Support vehicle

1 Hour camel ride

Camping and cooking equipments

Daily water supply

Visa support invitation letter where applicable

not include

Accommodations in Ulaanbaatar

International airfare / train tickets+ tax

Travel insurance / Visa fees

Items for personal use

Sleeping bags

Alcoholic drinks

Gratuities & Tips for staffs

Single supplements