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Steppe Rider Horseback Tour 12 days

12 days
Start and end in Ulaanbaatar
4.3 (13 reviews)

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Adventure & Adrenaline
Seek thrilling adventures that keep you moving
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Medium Intensity
Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 6 - 12
Ages 19+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Airport Arrival

    Airport Arrival
    Start point
    Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia (Kharkhorin )
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Hotel Nine)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore the city independently
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  2. Day 2

    Elsentasarhai to Kharkhorin

    Elsentasarhai to Kharkhorin
    Meals
    Lunch (Authentic Mongolian barbecue)
    Accommodation
    Yurt (Ger camp)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Elsentasarhai showcasing Gobi Desert, mountain steppes, and grasslands
    • Watch equestrians catch horses and receive instruction on local riding techniques
    • Learn about Mongol horse character and care
    • 2-3 hour accustom riding in semi-desert area of Elsentasarhai
    • Authentic Mongolian barbecue lunch
    Landmarks
    Elsentasarhai
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  3. Day 3

    Kharkhorin

    Kharkhorin
    Meals
    Lunch
    Accommodation
    Camping (Camping)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Erdenezuu monastery
    • See valuable religious items in the temple museum
    • Visit Kharkhorin Museum
    • Explore ancient Kharkhorum city remains
    • Horseback riding along the Orkhon River Valley
    Landmarks
    Erdenezuu Monastery
    Kharkhorin Museum
    Kharkhorum (Ancient City Ruins)
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  4. Day 4

    Orkhon River Valley

    Orkhon River Valley

    Included Activities

    • Horseback riding along the Orkhon River Valley
    • Optional visits to nomadic families

    Optional Activities

    • Visit nomadic families
    Landmarks
    Orkhon River Valley
  5. Day 5

    Ulaantsutgalan Waterfall

    Ulaantsutgalan Waterfall

    Included Activities

    • Horseback riding through basalt-covered valleys crossing rivers and streams
    • Visit Ulaantsutgalan waterfall

    Optional Activities

    • Swimming near the waterfall (for strong swimmers)
    Landmarks
    Ulaantsutgalan Waterfall
  6. Day 6

    Eight Lakes

    Eight Lakes

    Included Activities

    • Challenging horseback riding through obstacle areas and forested mountain trails
    Landmarks
    Eight Lakes
    Khuis Lake
  7. Day 7

    Eight Lakes

    Eight Lakes

    Optional Activities

    • Horseback riding between the beautiful lakes
    • Walking around the lakes
    • Bird watching and flower observation
    Landmarks
    Eight Lakes
  8. Day 8

    Ulaantsutgalan

    Ulaantsutgalan

    Included Activities

    • Horseback riding back into Buureg Valley
    • Meet support vehicle
    Landmarks
    Buureg Valley
  9. Day 9

    Shiveet Ulaan Mountain

    Shiveet Ulaan Mountain

    Included Activities

    • Horseback riding through the Orkhon Valley
    Landmarks
    Shiveet Ulaan Mountain
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  10. Day 10

    Tovkhon Monastery to Ugii Lake

    Tovkhon Monastery to Ugii Lake
    Meals
    Lunch

    Included Activities

    • Hike or ride to summit of Shiveet Ulaan Mountain
    • Visit Tovkhon Monastery
    • Visit meditation caves
    • Drive to Ugii Lake
    Landmarks
    Tovkhon Monastery
    Ugii Lake
  11. Day 11

    Ulaanbaatar

    Ulaanbaatar
    Meals
    Lunch

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Ulaanbaatar's vibrant culture and sights
  12. Day 12

    Departure

    Departure
    End point
    Orkhon, Mongolia (Orkhon Valley)

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Tour ID: 300325

  • Currency
    Tugrik
    Mongolia
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    As a traveler from USA, Canada, England, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types C, E.

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    Mongolia
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  • Vaccines
    • These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
    • Typhoid - Recommended for Mongolia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Mongolia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Mongolia. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Mongolia. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Mongolia. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Mongolia. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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Who is travelling?

AdultsAges 18 or above

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