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Day 1 - Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Arrive in the capital city of Ulaanbaatar, where you are
transferred to your hotel.
Day 2 - Ulaanbaatar
Visit the recently opened Chinggis Khaan Museum, the largest
in Mongolia, with thousands of artifacts on display. View
items from tombs and private collections, and other priceless
objects related to Ghenghis Khan and Mongolian history,
accompanied by an expert on the subject. Return to your
hotel for time at leisure. Tonight, gather for a special welcome
dinner at your hotel.
Day 3 - Gobi Desert
Fly to the Gobi Desert, home to such diverse species as Bactrian (two-humped) camel, mountain sheep, golden eagle and many endemic reptiles. Begin with a visit to the Gobi Museum of Nature and History for an introduction into the region’s extensive natural riches and interesting history. This afternoon, witness local archers demonstrate a skill that gave rise to the former Mongol empire. This evening, savor a Scenic Sundowner and a sunset dinner. Later, marvel as the stars paint the vast desert skies.
Day 4 - Gobi Desert
Journey overland to the Yol Valley, a narrow, craggy chasm. Hike the valley for a chance to spot vulture-like lammergeier, Altai snowcock, ibex, yak and Argali mountain sheep.
Day 5 - Gobi Desert
Ride Like a Local on a Bactrian camel through the dunes of Moltsog Els for insight into a way of life that has endured for centuries. Afterward, visit the Flaming Cliffs, a place rich with dinosaur fossils and the site where dinosaur eggs were first found.
Day 6 - Gobi Desert
Visit a local camel-herding family in their home and later witness the construction of a ger (traditional Mongolian dwelling). In the afternoon, you may opt to hike through the Havsagit Valley to discover ancient petroglyphs atop a mountain.
Day 7 - Ulaanbaatar
Fly to Ulaanbaatar where you visit Gandan Khiid Monastery with its 75-foot statue made of copper, gold and precious stones, accompanied by a top-ranking lama who discusses monastic life. Afterward, visit a fine arts museum, followed by a performance featuring traditional Mongolian dancers and khoomi throat singers. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
Day 8 - Ulaanbaatar
Attend the opening ceremonies of the annual Naadam
Festival, where the nation’s best athletes compete in tests
of strength and skill. Take in all of the pageantry of the
elaborate opening ceremony, an event showcasing local
dancers, athletes, horse riders and musicians.
Day 9 - Ulaanbaatar
Enjoy a second day at the Naadam Festival, attending a range
of events and competitions featuring archery, traditional
wrestling and horse racing. This evening, gather with fellow
guests for a farewell dinner.
Day 10 - Ulaanbaatar
After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight.