Description
Beginning on 21st of March each year Islamic people worldwide celebrates Nauryz, a festival that marks the beginning of a New Year and first day of the spring. More generally, it signifies a time of spiritual renewal and physical rejuvenation, as well as a spirit of gratitude for blessings and an outlook of hope and optimism Hence Nauryz is considerably significant holiday for Kazakh people, in Mongolia. During Nauryz all the past offences and bad deeds are forgiven and forgotten and people will only think, talk about and wish well being and good fortunes to each other. In the area where majority of Kazakh people are concentrated in Bayan-Ulgii province festival is followed by traditional sports, parade of elaborately dressed locals and singing and dancing. This is the exact day when you will experience tremendous hospitality of Kazakh people.
What's included
- Transfers upon arrival and departure
- Guide service at all times.
- Round-trip local bus ticket
- In the countryside all lodging will be in nomadic family’s Ger.
- All meals are provided as stated in the itinerary.
- Ground transportation: in the countryside driven by 4WD van
- Park entrance fees
- Horse ride
- Sightseeing as per itinerary
- 1.5 liter of drinking water supply per day per person
What's not included
- Accommodation in a hotel or hostel in Ulaanbaatar
- Hotel extras, such as telephone calls, bar bills and laundry services
- Travel insurance, medical insurance
- Visa application fees
- Alcoholic beverages
- International airfare or train ticket
- Changes of arrival/departure flights
- Gratuity to guides and drivers
- Additional services
- Any charges of major force beyond our control (e.g. imposition, quarantine restrictions, etc…)
Packing list
This is a suggested packing list, which you should feel free to adjust to suit your needs. Please refer to our travel guide for more detailed information.
- backpack or soft bag
- waterproof bag cover
- day pack
- head lamp/flashlight
- spare batteries/bulb
- personal medications
- waterproof hiking boots
- waterproof jacket with hood
- waterproof over pants
- fleece jacket or wool jumper
- cotton t-shirts
- long sleeve shirts
- lightweight trousers
- shorts
- socks
- underwear
- sun hat
- sun glasses
- sun cream
- sandals
- insect repellent
- resealing (Ziploc) plastic bags
- binoculars/camera
- watch/ alarm clock
- money belt/ pouch
- insurance confirmation copy
- emergency contact number
Important notice
Since the trip will be in the mountainous, a high altitude region of Mongolia, and the weather can be very unpredictable and you might even experience snow, we suggest you bring the following:
- Warm coat
- Gloves
- Scarf
- Woolen hat
- Long underwear / long johns
- Woolen jumper
- Woolen socks
- Sleeping bag (for -10 to -15C)
Please bring the above in addition to your usual gear and items for such a trip. Only Russian jeeps /minivans are available in this region
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Chinggis Khaan Statue Complex
Ulaanbaatar- Chinggis Khaan Statue 110km
- We start our tour with a short stop at symbolic landmark of the town, Zaisan Hill Memorial which was built to commemorate unknown soldiers and officers deceased during various battles in Mongolia and World War II. The top of the memorial is ideal to observe the full view of the town.
- We will carry on further towards Manzushri Monastery ruins which are located in one of the picturesque valley of Bogd Khaan Mountain Strictly Protected Area. Initially this complex was erected to worship deity of wisdom – Manzushri in the mid 17th century but was heavily destroyed during communist purges. Today surviving parts are presented as small religious and flora and fauna museum. Excursion at the site/
- Arrive at Giant Statue of Chinggis Khaan towering with 40ms height on the bank of Tuul River facing symbolically its birthplace, the direction of East. As the legend says, great king found a golden whip, which for nomads meant symbol of immense fortune and victory.
- Overnight with a local Kazakh family. (L+D)
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Spring Festival Nauryz
- Nauryz, occasional referred as Sun or Spring Festival is one of the long existing holidays in the world. No matter what country or continent, every Muslim person celebrates it. It’s the day when the spring season officially begins. On the Eve of the festival, families will fill up their vessels and containers with milk and yogurt with a wish to have plentiful and bountiful for the new coming year. On this special day everyone wishes each other all the great things and cherish their love and respect. The day of the festival comes along with many interesting traditional games and sports activities. It a holiday of family reunion.
- Observe and attend the celebration with local Kazakh people
- Overnight with a local Kazakh family. Fine dining of traditional Kazakh dish “ Bes Barmak” (B+L+D)
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Terelj National Park
Nomadic Kazak family – via Terelj National Park - Ulaanbaatar 120km
- An optional morning ride of experiencing horse trekking along the Tuul River thru the vast steppes with abundant contrast of landscapes.
- Continue with the journey to Gorkhi-Terelj National Park, a place of granite formations created by natural erosions, slopes covered with pine and larch, fields shattered with colorful wild flowers, pristine rivers and lake.
- Lunch with a local family
- Short stops at the highlights of the park, Turtle shaped rock and hiking to the Aryapalo Meditation Center.
- Return to Ulaanbaatar. Transfer to your accommodation. (B+L)
We offer 2 different type of tour arrangements for our customers.
- 1Standard Arrangement
(Staying through the tourist ger camps)
What is standard arrangement?
| 1 pax | €750 |
| 2 pax | €630 p.p |
| 3 pax | €540 p.p |
| 4 pax | €480 p.p |
| 5 pax | €445 p.p |
| 6-12 pax | €405 p.p |
| Single supplement: | €100 |
- 2Budget Arrangement
(Staying in the local ger guesthouses)
What is budget arrangement?
What is a local ger guesthouse?
| 1 pax | €540 |
| 2 pax | €390 p.p |
| 3 pax | €330 p.p |
| 4 pax | €285 p.p |
| 5 pax | €240 p.p |
| 6-12 pax | €195 p.p |
| Single supplement: | €30 |