KARAKORUM & TSENKHER HOT SPRINGS TOUR /6 DAYS/
SHORT DESCRIPTION
This short excursion to the ancient capital of Karakorum will give you a new perspective on the nature of the Mongol Empire. Not much remains today of Karakorum, as it was destroyed by clan infighting and it’s materials were used to build the Erdene Zuu Monastery. In an empire of nomads, very few permanent structures were ever erected, and the impermanence of cities and monuments was of little significance to these warriors of the steppe. You will experience the unique setting of Karakorum, located on one of the major trading routes of the ancient Silk Road, and visit nearby places that will give you further insight into the natural and human history of Mongolia.Mongolia signed the World Heritage Convention of UNESCO in February of 1992 and until recently only had one site inscribed on the World Heritage List. One of the most important suggestions for the list was the ‘Cultural Landscape of the Orkhon Valley’. Archaeological finds document continued occupation of the Orkhon Valley during the last 100,000 years. It is considered the cradle of central Asian nomadic civilizations. Different ancient people, like the Huns and the Uighur, settled here commencing in the 3rd century B.C.Tsenher is hot spring, which emerges from the ground at 85 Celsius degree. The waters of the spring contain hydrogen sulfide. This health spa offers for tourists indoor and outdoor baths.
- CATEGORY: SHORT AND DAY TOURS
- AVAILABLE: JUNE TO OCTOBER
- DURATION: 6 DAYS, 5 NIGHTS
- DESTINATION: NORTHERN MONGOLIA
ESSENTIALS
GUIDE
A Chinese, English or Russian speaking Mongolian guide will accompany the group at all times. The guide will be a native Mongolian person with great local knowledge who can deal with any requests and ensure that your holiday to become one of the most unforgettable experiences of your life.
TRANSPORT
This trip you have a two choice. First one is a highest level, latest model, air-conditioned private 4WD vehicles for the maximum comfort on your touring days. And second choice is Russian 4x4 Van. Also with 20 years’ experience drives.
MEALS
In Mongolia, you will be dining at fine American, European and Asian cuisine restaurants. Mutton, beef, rice and noodles form the basis of the Mongolian diet, so your meals will be based around this. However, the trail rations may include vegetables, eggs, peanut butter, cheese and sometimes yak! On some days there will be lunchboxes from our cook.
PERSONAL THINGS TO BRING WITH YOU
Warm thin layers of clothing are the best such as bring a rain jacket, gloves and hiking booth. Don’t forgot first aid kit (medicine for headache, cold, diarrhea, runny nose; bandages; any medicine prescribed for you). All your camera equipment.
TOUR PACKAGE PRICE
Group size | Price/Per person |
1 pax | 1730USD |
2-3 pax | 1480USD |
4-6 pax | 1350USD |
7-9 pax | 1280USD |
10-12 pax | 1110USD |
13-15 pax | 1080USD |
16< pax | 950USD |
No | Include service | Exclude service | Include service of Meals |
1 | Vehicle with a driver. | Items of personal nature | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
2 | Fuel for the trip whole time | Beverages, alcoholic drinks, bar bills, laundry | Per day 3 bottle water for per person /1,5 liter/ |
3 | English speaking guide | Travel and insurance | One time Mongolian traditional food /lamb with vegetables/ |
4 | Accommodation/Ger camps and Hotel/ | International transportation | |
5 | All food, during the trip and at restaurants /Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner/ | Excess baggage fee in the flight /15kg includes handbag is free of charge/ | |
6 | All cooking and camping gears. | Optional activities | |
7 | National park and border office permits (area you will go is close to China and Russia border) | Single supplement /For hotel or Ger camp/ | |
8 | Airport shuffle | Gratuity for the tour team | |
9 | Other small administration fees Basically, includes everything. | Taxi |
TOUR ITINERARY
Day 1 - Ulaanbaatar capital city of Mongolia

Pick you up our driver and guide from Chinggis Khan international airport. Drive to Your hotel. Visit local outdoor market /bazaar/, Gandan Monastery and Mongolia national museum. Evening Leisure day in Ulaanbaatar city. Over night at Hotel
Distance | n/a |
Route | n/a |
Drive time | n/a |
Accommodation | Grand Hill Hotel |
Food | Dinner |
Day 2 - Elsen Tasarkhai sand dune, Khugnu Khan national park

Drive to Mount Khugnu Khan national park. On reaching the mountain. You will arrive at a ger camp infront of this beautifully forested and rocky mountain. The mountain is home to hundreds of birds, deer, and gazelle. You will be free to do whatever you wish in the afternoon, but you could go hiking in the mountains or ride to the Elsen Tasarkha /Piece of Sand/ sand-dunes on the nearby steppe. There are also two ruined monasteries around the mountain to discover. Stay over night in ger camp.
Distance | 280km |
Route | Asphalt |
Drive time | 4 hours |
Accommodation | Grand Hill Hotel |
Food | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Day 3 - Karakorum city & Tsenkher hot spring

Drive to Karakorum in the morning and visit Erdenezuu monastery. Karakorum is the ancient capital of Chingis Khaan’s Mongolia. The Monastery was built in 1586 and is surrounded by a massive 400m x 400m wall. Only a few temples remain standing after the communist purges. In previous times the grounds held over 60 temples with 10,000 monks using them for their daily worship. Then continue driving to Tsenkher hot spring. Have a relaxed evening taking a hot bath in the hot spring water. Stay over night in the ger camp at Tsenkher hot spring.
Distance | 300km |
Route | Off-road |
Drive time | 5 hours |
Accommodation | Ger camp |
Food | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Day 4 - Tsesterleg city, Arkhangai province

A day trip to Tsetserleg city, the provincial centre of Arkhangai. On reaching the town you will visit the aimag museum, Zaya’s monastery, and the local market. Then drive towards north of Tsetserleg and see the legendary Taikhar rock. Return to the same ger camp at the hot spring.
Distance | 50km |
Route | Asphalt |
Drive time | 1 hours |
Accommodation | Ger camp |
Food | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Day 5 - Ugii lake, Khushuu Tsaidam and Karakorum city

Drive back to Karakorum via the Orkhon Valley visiting all the historic spots along the way: Okrhonii Khar Balgas (Uigur capital), Khoshoo tsaidam (Turkish stones and remains), Chilin monastery and the remains and statues that belong to the Jujan and Hunnu periods. There is also a small lake called Lake Ogii where you can enjoy some hiking. Come to Karakorum and stay over night at the ger camp.
Distance | 230km |
Route | Asphalt |
Drive time | 3 hours |
Accommodation | Ger camp |
Food | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Day 6 - Khustain Nuruu national park, Ulaanbaatar city

Drive back to Ulaanbaatar. On the way you will have a chance to visit Khustain Nuruu (Birch mountain) Nature Reserve. The nature reserve is a mountain where wild Prejevalsky horses are being re-introduced. You can have a guided tour in the mountains and get acquanted with the horse preserving project. After that you return to Ulaanbaatar.
Distance | 320km |
Route | Asphalt |
Drive time | 5 hours |
Accommodation | Ger camp |
Food | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
Day 7 - Home sweet home

Leave Ulaanbaatar. Our driver drop off to Chinggis Khan international airport. Thank you for visiting our country.
Distance | 70km |
Route | Highway |
Drive time | 1 hour |
Accommodation | n/a |
Food | Breakfast |
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