Mongolia Itinerary

Ulaanbaatar to Ulaanbaatar – An Immersion Photo Tour Into The World’s Greatest Nomad Culture

June 25 – July 9, 2017

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Day 01

Arrive in Ulaanbaatar

On arrival, you will be met and assisted by our office representative to your hotel (Rooms will be available from 1400 Hrs). In the evening we will have an orientation with the photo guide.

Overnight in the Hotel

Day 02

Ulaanbaatar – Karakorum

(By surface 5-6 hrs.)

After breakfast, we drive to Karakorum, the 13th century ancient capital city of Mongolia. Drive across the green steppes of Central Mongolia with stops for lunch and to shoot. There’s also many photo opportunities along the way.

Arrive in Karakorum in late afternoon and check into our Ger camp. We visit the Erdene Zuu monastery for shots of architecture & people and the Karakorum Museum. In the evening we have the chance to shoot a traditional folk concert. Dinner is at the camp.

Overnight in Ger Camp

 

Day 03

Karakorum Khorgo-Terkh National Park

(By surface 5-6 hrs.)

We rise early for photo shooting in the Orkhon River Valley. After breakfast, we drive north toward the Khorgo-Terkh National Park with a stop at Tsetserlegn to visit the bazaar and photograph people.

We arrive in Khorgo-Terkh in the late afternoon, check into our Ger. In the evening, photo shooting in the national park of its beautiful lake and extinct volcano.

Overnight in Ger Camp

Day 04

Khorgo-Terkh National Park

Enjoy 2 photo sessions today in the morning and evening. The remainder of the day is for leisure and optional soft adventure activities such as hiking, horse riding and swimming.

Overnight in Ger Camp

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Day 05

Khorgo-Terkh National Park – Orkhon River Valley

(By surface 5-6 hrs.)

Morning photo shoot in the national park. After breakfast, we drive south to the Orkhon River Valley.

The Orkhon river valley is a UNESCO world heritage site for being a cradle for several nomadic empires including the Huns and the Mongols. The scenery is spectacular with mountains, steppes and rivers. There are ample photography options.

Overnight in Ger Camp

 

Day 06

Orkhon River Valley

Today we spend the entire day in the Orkhon River Valley with morning photo shooting (it will be mainly people and landscape) and an evening photo session. There is time for you to shoot on own in between.

Overnight in Ger Camp

Day 07

Orkhon River Valley – Ongi

(By surface 5-6 hrs.)

We have an early photo shoot, then breakfast before driving to the Gobi Desert.

We stop at a nomadic family on the way to see their lifestyle and photograph nomadic men, women and children during their daily chores such as dairy making.

Overnight in Ger Camp

Day 08

Ongi – Khongor

(By surface 5-6 hrs.)

Morning photo shooting at the Ongi monastery ruins. Then after breakfast, we drive southwards to the Mongolia’s largest and most beautiful sand dunes at Khongor. Arrive in the late afternoon and check into Gers. We enjoy an evening photo session at the sand dunes.

Overnight in Ger Camp

Day 09 & Day 10

Khongor

We spend two days around Khongor shooting. We even join a camel caravan at the sand dunes to get those great shots! Afternoon is for leisure. Evening photo shoots.

Overnight in Ger Camp

Day 11

Khongor – Bayanzag

(By surface 3-4 hrs.)

Today we will visit the Bayanzag Flaming Cliffs, where dinosaur eggs were first found by American explorer Roy Chapman Andrews, who also supposedly inspired the fictional character Indiana Jones. Sunset photo shoot at the Red Cliffs and of the unique saxaul trees.

Overnight in Ger Camp

 

Day 12: 6 Jul 16 (Wednesday)

Bayanzag

(By surface 3-4 hrs.)

This morning we shoot the Yoliin Am/Mukhar Shivert Glacial Gorge in the Gurvan Saikhan Mountains.

In the early afternoon, enjoy seeing and photographing a local Naadam Festival.

Our evening photo shoot is at a horse trainer’s.

Overnight in Ger Camp

Day 13

Bayanzag – Tsagaan Suvarga

(By surface 4 – 5 hrs.)

We enjoy photo shooting at the Bayanzag Flaming Cliffs. And in the afternlon drive to the Tsagaan Suvarga Cliffs in the Middle of the Gobi. Enjoy evening photo shooting at the White Stupa (Tsagaan Suvarga) Cliffs, which is a unique nature formation in the Gobi Desert.

Overnight in Ger Camp

Day 14

Tsagaan Suvarga – Ulaanbaatar

(By surface 5-6 hrs.)

We shoot again at the Tsagaan Suvarga Cliffs early morning,. After breakfast, we return to Ulaanbaatar. Arrive in the early evening and check into our Ger camp near the airport. We enjoy our Farewell dinner in the evening.

Overnight in Ger Camp

Day 15

Depart Ulaanbaatar

Transfer to the airport for your international flight.

Important Note Regarding Airport Transfer Service:

The airport transfers are included only on the official start day of the tour (June 25th) and on the official departure day of the tour (July 9th), otherwise, guests can either take a cab or we can arrange airport transfer service at an additional cost for 1 to 4 people.


ACCOMMODATIONS

Date

Location

Accommodations

Meals

25 – 26 Jun 17
Ulaanbaatar
Hotel Shangri – La
 D
26 – 27 Jun 17
Karakorum
Ger Camp – En Suite
B, L, D
27 – 29 Jun 17
Khorgo-Terkh National Park
Ger Camp – En Suite
B, L, D
29 Jun – 1 Jul 17
Orkhon River Valley
Ger Camp – En Suite
B, L, D
1 – 2 Jul 17
Ongi
Ger Camp – En Suite
B, L, D
2 – 5 Jul 17
Khongor
Ger Camp – En Suite
B, L, D
5 – 7 Jul 17
Bayanzag
Ger Camp – En Suite
B, L, D
7 – 8 Jul 17
Tsagaan
Ger Camp – En Suite
B, L, D
8 – 9 Jul 17
Ulaanbaatar
Airport Ger Camp – En Suite
B, L, D

Cost based on 6-8 persons in group

Twin Share:
$4979.00 per person

Less $250.00 discount regular $5229.00
Single Rate:
$5895.00 per person

Less $250.00 discount regular $6145.00

NOTE: On this tour only 2 singles are allocated due to traveling remotely

Reserve Your Space Today

A deposit of $625.00 per person is required along with the Booking Form and the below signed Terms/Conditions Agreement Form to confirm a space on this tour. If there are two travelers on one form, the person signing assumes full financial responsibility.

Deposit Per Person: $625.00

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