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EIGHT LAKES HORSEBACK & CULTURE TOUR -NAIMAN NUUR

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9 days
8 nights
Travelers : 1-12
Tour Overview

This 9 day journey takes you deep into central Mongolia’s Khangai Mountains and the UNESCO Orkhon Valley Cultural Landscape. Beginning in Ulaanbaatar, the tour combines driving across the steppe with horseback exploration in the pristine Eight Lakes (Naiman Nuur) Protected Area.

Highlights include camel riding at Elsen Tasarkhai sand dunes, visiting the ancient Uvgun Monastery, horseback expeditions to Shireet Lake and Khuis Lake, and discovering hidden alpine valleys surrounded by volcanic ridges.

The adventure continues with the powerful Orkhon Waterfall (Ulaan Tsutgalan) before ending at Karakorum, the ancient capital of the Mongol Empire. This tour blends nature, nomadic culture, and history into one unforgettable experience.

Tour Highlights
  • Camel ride at Elsen Tasarkhai dunes
  • Horseback trek in Naiman Nuur (Eight Lakes)
  • Scenic alpine lakes: Shireet Lake, Khuis Lake
  • Orkhon Waterfall (Ulaan Tsutgalan)
  • Historic Karakorum & Erdene Zuu Monastery
  • Experience with nomadic families
Travel Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Ulaanbaatar

  • Pick-up at Chinggis Khaan International Airport.
  • Transfer to hotel, check-in and rest.
  • Welcome dinner with tour briefing.
  • Overnight in hotel (Ulaanbaatar).

Day 2Ulaanbaatar - Elsen Tasarkhai (300 km by car)

  • Scenic drive west into the Mongol Els desert-steppe.
  • Visit Elsen Tasarkhai small sand dunes.
  • Camel ride with local herders.
  • Visit Uvgun Monastery in Khugnu Khan mountains.
  • Overnight in ger camp (Elsen Tasarkhai).

Day 3Elsen Tasarkhai - Eco Camp (Naiman Nuur) (260 km by car)

  • Drive into the Khangai Mountains.
  • Arrive at eco-camp, gateway to Naiman Nuur Protected Area.
  • Observe nomads catching horses, learn horse handling.
  • Choose your horse for the trek.
  • Overnight in eco-camp.

Day 4Horseback Ride to Shireet Lake (25–30 km)

  • Begin horse trek into Naiman Nuur area.
  • Ride across volcanic valleys and forested ridges.
  • Reach Shireet Lake, the largest and most scenic of the Eight Lakes.
  • Overnight in tent/ger near the lake.

Day 5Shireet Lake - Khuis Lake - Return to Shireet Lake (25–30 km on the horseback loop ride)

  • Ride through alpine meadows and forests.
  • Visit Khuis Lake and smaller surrounding lakes (Bugat, Khalt, Khaya, Shanaa).
  • Return to Shireet Lake by evening.
  • Overnight at lakeside camp.

Day 6Shireet Lake - Eco Camp (25–30 km on the horseback)

  • Return ride from Shireet Lake to eco-camp.
  • Relax and enjoy hot tea with host family.
  • Overnight in eco-camp.

Day 7Eco Camp - Orkhon Waterfall (200 km by car)

  • Drive across the Orkhon Valley (UNESCO site).
  • Visit Ulaan Tsutgalan (Orkhon Waterfall), one of Mongolia’s largest falls (20 m).
  • Overnight in ger camp near the waterfall.

Day 8Orkhon Waterfall - Karakorum - Ulaanbaatar (380–400 km by car)

  • Drive to Karakorum, the 13th-century Mongol capital.
  • Visit Erdene Zuu Monastery (1586) and Karakorum Museum.
  • Continue back to Ulaanbaatar.
  • Farewell dinner.
  • Overnight in hotel (Ulaanbaatar).

Day 9Departure

  • Breakfast at hotel.
  • Transfer to international airport/train station.
Route
  • Ulaanbaatar - Elsen Tasarkhai - Uvgun Monastery - Naiman Nuur (Eco Camp) - Shireet Lake - Khuis Lake - Orkhon Waterfall - Karakorum - Ulaanbaatar
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Tour prices may vary depending on the number of travelers. For detailed pricing information, please contact us
The tour price includes
  • Professional guide services
  • Driver and private vehicle with fuel expenses
  • Daily meals as specified in the itinerary
  • Accommodation (hotel, ger camp, or tent as mentioned)
  • Entrance fees and permits
  • Horse rental and horse guide during trekking days
  • Participation fee for the shamanic ceremony
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off (arrival & departure transfers)

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