Trip summary: Tour Code: SMT-NF-12D Gateway: Ulaanbataar, Mongolia (not included the International air). Group size: Minimum 2 adults or more participants. Length: 12 days/11 nights Difficulty level: Easy to moderate. 2010 Regular Tour Calendar: July 2-13-Post tour to Gobi desert. Block your seats. Names due at 90 days! Mongolia Weight Limit: 15 kgs (33lbs) - 2010 Tour Costs per person in twin room:*We would be pleased to have you join us!. 2010 Regular Tour Calendar: July 2-13 12 days/11 nights Price based on double occupancy at Flower Hotel 3* (Top category): $ 2,699.00 or 1,899.00 Eur Price based on double room at Luxury Kempinski Hotel, 4* $ 2,999.00 or 2,099.00 Eur Supplement based on single occupancy at Flower Hotel,3*: $ 499.00 or 349.00 Eur Supplement based on single room at Luxury Kempinski Hotel, 4* $ 719.00 or 501.00 Eur TOUR CODE: SMT-NF-12D Tour Highlights: *Attendance at Naadam - the largest and most colorful of all Mongolian festivals. *The Naadam Festival is a Mongolia's celebration of the three manly games: horse racing, archery, and wrestling. *Visit to the nomadic tented camps that have sprung up, and experience a concentration of nomadic Mongolia at one site. *Hike, horseback ride, and Mongolian archery in "Chinggis" Tourist Camp. *Enjoy a performance featuring traditional Mongolian dancers and hoomi (throat) singers in "Chinggis" Tourist Base Ger Camp. *Take some amazing photos to the Giant 40 meter (~133,3 feet) Statue of "Genghis or Chinggis" Khan on a big horse on Tsonjin Boldog Hill is located just ~3kms (~1,5miles) to "Chinggis" Tourist Traditional Ger Camp. *Two full days of relaxing, fishing, boating, or kayak at the Great Lake Hovsgol National Park. *Camel riding through the Bayangobi desert. *Visit Karakorum-the Genghis (Chinggis) Khan's 13th century capital and heart of the mighty Mongolian Empire. *Meet local nomads and stay in traditional ger camps. *Visit Hustain Nuruu National Park museum to learn about the history of the last pure wild horses in the world and the history of the area. Observe the Przewalski wild horses (Takhi horses), recently re-introduced back into Mongolia. We would be pleased to have you join us!....Book Now! 2010 NAADAM FESTIVAL MAIN TOUR: Ulaan Baatar • Gandan monastery • "Chinggis" Tourist Camp • The Sacred Tuul river Nomad's Valley • Terelj National Park-Arraybal Temple • Hovsgol Lake National Park • Bayangobi desert • Karakorum • Erdene zuu monastery • Hustain Nuruu National Reserve • Ulaanbaatar • Naadam Festival • Departure Mongolia or Post tour

Main Itinerary	2010 Main Schedule
Day 1- July 2	ULAANBAATAR Upon arrival in Ulaan Baatar, you will be met at the airport and are transferred to the hotel. Afterward, visit the Main Square, the "Genghis" Khan's main monument, the National History Museum, where you will see artefacts from Mongolia from the Stone Age to the present, and displays of the development of Mongolian arts and culture and the Zanabazar Fine Arts Museum, known as one of the best collections of Buddhist art and artifacts in the world. Have welcome dinner at local restaurant "El Latino" featuring Mongolian and Western specialties. Overnight at hotel. (D)
Day 2-July 3	GANDAN MONASTERY-"CHINGGIS" GER CAMP IN NOMAD'S VALLEY Breakfast at hotel. In the morning, visit Gandan Lamasery, the largest Monastery in Mongolia (80 foot tall statue of Buddha, practicing Tibetan Buddhist Lamas), the buddhist ceremony at 10:00AM and experience the Tibetan-Buddhist tradition. Afterward, drive to the "Sacred Tuul river Nomad's Valley" (55kms/27.5miles)-this is a beautiful valley of streams. There are national gers in beautiful natural locations, so it's easy to meet with locals and see their daily lives, interact with them, explore, take water adventures, go trekking, swimming in the Tuul river. The river Tuul is one of the longest rivers of the country, flowing from the Khentii Mountain Range. The valley of the river has been called sacred for centuries by the nomads as they truly respect the nature especially the rivers and the surface water. The beautiful valley in summer is often dotted with traditional Mongolian gers and offers picturesque sceneries. In route, we stop to observe and to take some amazing photos to the 40 meter (~133,3 feet) Statue of "Genghis or Chinggis" Khan on a big horse on Tsonjin Boldog Hill is located just ~3kms (~1,5miles) to "Chinggis" Tourist Traditional Ger Camp. Two (2) hours of Mongolian horseback riding tour is included or hiking to meet with the Nomads, to enjoy this amazing scenery of wide-open steppe with rolling hills in the background and river. Welcome dinner with traditional mongolian meal (khorkhog), which is mutton cooked with hot rock and with vegetables, water, potatoes, and onion. Overnight in "Chinggis" Tourist Base Ger Camp. Have your first ger camp experience. "Chinggis" Tourist Traditional Ger Camp is Highly recommended by "Lonely Planet Mongolia" by the author Michael Kohn. (B)(L)(D)
Day 3-July 4	TERELJ NATIONAL PARK-ARRAYBAL TEMPLE Breakfast. Today, we drive to "Terelj" National Park for a walking tour to Turtle Rock and hiking to the "Arryabal" Buddhist monastery on the top of the mountain. It is famous for its amazing rock formations, pristine alpine scenery and varied bird life. The Terelj National Park incorporates parts of Khenty Mountain Range. The forest consists of Aspen, Larch and Birch trees which support wolf, eagles. birds, and others animals. Picnic lunch is provided. In the afternoon, drive back to "Chinggis" tourist traditional ger camp. Free time for mongolian archery, etc. Dinner and overnight. (B)(L)(D)
Day  4-July 5	FLIGHT TO MORON-HOVSGOL LAKE NATIONAL PARK Breakfast. Transfer to Ulaanbaatar airport (55kms/27.5miles, ~1hr.30min). Fly to Moron and continue overland to Lake Hovsgol, Mongolia's largest lake, known as the "Dark Blue Pearl." Spend the remainder of the day at leisure on the lake. Lake Hovsgol is a 100 mile long pristine alpine lake located in the north of Mongolia, close to the Siberian border. The lake lies at an altitude of 1645m and is a rift valley some 262m deep. The Lake is a protected as a National Park and is sacred to Mongolians who call it "Dalai Ej" the "Mother Sea". Situated among pristine forests, mountains, and meadows, Lake Hovsgol remains untouched and is considered the cleanest freshwater lake left on the world. Free time.(B)(L)(D)
Days 5/6- July 6-7	HOVSGOL LAKE NATIONAL PARK Two full leisure days on the Lake Hovsgol (not transport is included there), to enjoy this remote location, we recommend you take a walk around the lake or into the foothills to witness this amazing landscapes and wild life. Optional excursions available on the Lake Hovsgol: hiking, trekking, climbing, fishing, boating, horseback riding, birdwatching, kayaking, etc. Meet with nomadic families and see their daily lives, interact with them to show you theirs animal training, feeding, milking, food preparation, etc. Overnight in traditional ger dwellings at the tourist camp. (B)(L)(D)
Day 7-July 8	MORON-FLIGHT TO ULAANBAATAR-BAYANGOBI DESERT Transfer to Moron local airport. Fly back to Ulaanbaatar and drive directly to Bayangobi desert. Visit the area. Climb up the towering piles of sand. Optional you can ride camels or horses with local nomads. You may be invited to share a cup of airag or koumiss (fermented mare's milk) with these friendly and hospitable people. Overnight in tourist camp. (B)(L)(D)
Day 8-July 9	KARAKORUM-GENGHIS KHAN'S 13th CENTURY CAPITAL Breakfast. Next drive to Karakhorum, the Genghis (Chinggis) Khan's 13th century capital and heart of the mighty Mongolian Empire. It was the capital of the Mongol Empire until Kublai Khan moved it to Beijing. Visitors, such as Marco Polo, described its ornate building, including a 2500 sq. meters Palace of Worldly Peace. After the collapse of the Mongol Empire it was abandoned and vandalized by Manchurian invading hordes. Most of the remains were used to re-build the first Buddhist Monastery in Mongolia-Erdene Zuu, built-in 1586. 400 meter long with 108 Stupas still surrounds Erdene Zuu Monastery which was built in 1586. It was restored in 1760. In 1792 the Monastery still had 62 temples and 10,000 lamas. But in 1930 it became a victim of the Stalin's purges. All but three of the Temples were destroyed and most of the monks were either killed or sent to Siberia. Today the restoration of the Monastery is the government's top priority. Erdene Zuu retains much of its ancient glory and is well worth visiting. Arrive and transfer to the tourist base ger camp. Visit "Erdene Zuu" monastery, the Tortoise rock and the Boovon khad -Men's secret statue (it is stone men's penis and made by monks of temples in 18 century for reason of shame on young monks who are not follow rule). Overnight in tourist ger camp. (B)(L)(D)
Day 9-July 10	HUSTAIN NURUU NATIONAL RESERVE-ULAANBAATAR After breakfast, drive back to Ulaanbaatar. In route, visit "Hustain Nuruu" National Reserve to see the Przewalski wild horses (Takhi horses), recently re-introduced back into Mongolia. The Przewalski horse (Equus przewalskii Poliakov) or Takhi as the Mongolians name them are rather small, sturdy animals with a short, strong neck. The earliest written reports of Przewalski horses or Takhi date from the ninth century and in 1226 , a herd of Przewalski horses is said to have caused "Genghis" Khan to fall of his horse. The Hustain Nuruu Reserve (Hustai is Mongolian for birch and nuruu means mountains) measures about 57,000 hectares, or including the bufferzone 120.000 ha., and is located on about 140 km west from the capital Ulaanbaatar. Visit the park museum to learn about the history of the last pure wild horses in the world and the history of the area. Return drive (in two hours) to Ulaanbaatar. Transfer to the hotel. Free time. Accommodation at hotel. (B)(L)
Day 10-July 11	NAADAM FESTIVAL Today, attend the opening ceremony of the *Festival of Naadam in Ulaanbaatar national stadium. Taking place in the middle of July, the Festival of Naadam sees Mongolians from all over the country converge on the capital to participate in and watch these annual summer sports. See horse racing, wrestling and archery, the three age old national sports. Lunch. In the afternoon, visit the "Bogd Khan" Winter Palace-home to Mongolia's last Khan, Damba Khutugt 8th, the war memorial "Zaisan" Hill visit to get your bearings with a panoramic view of the whole city and the Buddha's statue. In the evening, 18:00-Enjoy a performance featuring traditional Mongolian dancers and hoomi (throat) singers. Accommodation at hotel. (B)(L)
Day11-July 12	NAADAM FESTIVAL Full day to enjoy the impressive *Naadam Festival at the National Stadium. The Naadam Festival horse races are continuous over the two main Naadam days, and today we will try our luck early and find a site beyond the restricted zone outside of Ulaanbaatar, where a close up encounter is possible with some 700-1000 children on horseback. Shop for souvenirs, original pure cashmere gifts and garment. Farewell dinner. Accommodation at hotel.(B)(L)(D)
Day12-July 13	DEPARTURE MONGOLIA OR POST TOUR TO GOBI DESERT Breakfast. Transfer to Ulaanbaatar airport. Departure Mongolia or Post Tour to Gobi desert (online request form!). End of our services. (B)

INCLUDED SERVICES IN MONGOLIA: Round Trip (2 ways) internal airfares ULN-MORON-ULN+domestic tax Four (4) nights at the Hotel in Ulaanbataar city based on double occupancy. Seven (7) nights in tourist ger class camps based on double occupancy. Accompanied by experienced English speaking local guide. Private transport transfers (included the patrol). All Admission fee as specified: Terelj Ntl Park., Arryabal Temple, Erdene zuu monastery, Gandan monastery, specified museums, Great Khovsgol Lake National Park , and Hustain Nuruu National Reserve. Meals as specified, B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner Evening entertainment as specified; Entrance fees to the two main days of *Naadam Festival in *July 11, and *July 12; One Mongolian traditional folk songs concert in UB in *July 11. Horseback riding excursion in *July 4, close to "Chinggis" Tourist Cam. One Special Welcome dinner with traditional mongolian meal (khorkhog) in *July 4. Road's taxes. All expenses at the nomadic family. Visa support invitation letter if necessary. IMPORTANT NOTES: -Block your seats. Names due at 90 days! -Please, make your reservations at your earliest convenience, a minimum 6-10 months prior to Naadam Festival!. Especially hotels, buses and the flights in and out of Ulaan Bataar are fully booked at this time!. Seats can be difficult to get in July during Naadam Festival!. These Complete Tours include arrival and departure transfer services to/from Airport. All you have to do is to make necessary International air arrangements. -Tour and Tour Information are subject to change. -WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO GO?: Mongolia is vast! Generally, it is recommended to pay your visit from May to September when the grass is green. The Naadam Festival in Ulaan Baatar, Mongolia is celebrated on July 11 and 12 (this an annual festival of culture, sports and trade occurs during this time). Please note when you choose your clothes: April to May, or on September: warm days and cool nights around (6-10°C). June, July to August: is summertime, days around (15°C-30°C), nights around (10/20°C). COMMENT ABOUT MONGOLIAN CONDITIONS: -Hotels in Ulaanbaatar during Naadam Festival are subject to change. Substitutions, if any, are similar class to listed hotels. -Hotels are based on double occupancy in Ulaanbaatar city. Triple rooms at hotels during Naadam Festival in July (High seasonal!) are not available. -Check-in at hotels is at 12:00m/Check-out at hotels is at 12:00m. -Tourist Base Gers Camps in Mongolia are based on double or on triple occupancy only!. -Single occupancy in Tourist Gers Camps in Mongolia is not available and not confirmed during Naadam Festival in July (only the accommodations in the countryside must be assigned on a share basis due to insufficiency of single rooms)!. -Single gers are NOT available. Single supplements reflect sharing in gers and single rooms in hotels in Ulaanbaatar city. -Accommodation in the countryside of Mongolia: Most tourists will stay in specially constructed gers camps. These camps provide accommodation in the round felt houses used by nomads and usually have separate toilet, washing and restaurant facilities. Hot water is not always available. -Mongolia's tourism infrastructure is in its infancy which requires a flexible and adventurous attitude and patience. -With less than 3 passengers, we reserve the right to cancel the tour. top NOT INCLUDED SERVICES IN MONGOLIA: -International air or train. -Additional transfers airport-hotel-airport due to changing of date or time of arrival, or departure to/from Ulan Bator. -Single supplement at hotels in Ulaanbaatar city. -Changing of date of departure from Ulaanbataar. -Occasional flight delays or cancellation. -Additional meal, services or night at hotels in Ulaanbataar. -Drinks. -Excess baggage. Extra luggage can be stored at hotels in Ulaan Bataar, free of cost. -Travel Insurance. -Extras. -Optional activities: camel riding, horseback riding, boating, fishing, etc. -Any circumstances beyond of our control, such as the imposition of quarantine restrictions, weather conditions, any changes in Naadam Festival schedule, etc.
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