• Mongolian Buddhism and Monasteries
    The Mongols had limited contact with organized religion before the great empire of the 13th century. It is in the time of the Great Khans, especially when Chinggis Khaan conquers Tibet that the Tibetan form of Buddhism gains influence in Mongolia. At the end of 16th century Altan Khan, a descendant of Chinggis Khaan met the Tibetan leader Sonam Gyatso. This meeting means a revival of Buddhism in Mongolia. From that period Buddhism becomes the predominant religion in the Mongolian territories.
    Brief itinerary (10 days)
    Day 1. Arrive in Ulaanbaatar
    Day 2. Drive to Khugnu Khaan Temple
    Day 3. Drive to Karakorum – Erdenezuu Monastery
    Day 4. Drive to Orkhon Waterfall
    Day 5. Drive to Tuvkhun Temple and Khar Balgas Ruin (Black city)
    Day 6. Drive to Lake Ugii
    Day 7. Drive to Bugat, Bulgan province
    Day 8. Drive to Amarbayasgalant Monastery
    Day 9. Return to UB
    Day 10. Departure
    Day 1.Ulaanbaatar
    Arrive in Ulaanbaatar, the capital city. Transfer to the hotel. City tour: Sukhbaatar square. Gandan Monastery. Bogd Khaan Winter Palace Museum. Choijin Lama Temple. Zaisan Memorial Hill. Overnight in the hotel.
    Day 2.Khugnu Khaan Temple
    Drive to Khugnu Khan Mountain (1967m peak) to the west of Ulaanbaatar. The ruins of Uvgun Temple are hidden behind the rocky ridges and cliffs of the granite mountain. A newly built temple looks down upon the remains. You might spot ibex, wolves and many varieties of hawk in Khugnu Khan Natural Reserve. Overnight in the camp.
    Day 3.Karakorum – Erdenezuu Monastery
    Drive to Karakorum (373 km), ancient capital of the Great Mongol Empire founded by Chinggis Khan in the 13th century. Visit Erdenezuu (Hundred Treasures) Monastery, the first Buddhist Monastery in Mongolia. Overnight in Ger camp.
    Day 4.Orkhon Waterfall
    After breakfast drive to Orkhon Waterfall–Ulaan Tsutgalan, situated in the historically significant Orkhon valley. Orkhon river flows an incredible 1120 km to the north before it joins the mighty Selenge River. The waterfall was formed by a unique combination of volcanic eruptions and earthquakes. Walk around. Overnight in tents.
    Day 5.Tuvkhun Temple and Khar Balgas Ruin (Black city)
    Drive to Tuvkhun Temple in Khangain Nuruu National Park, a rocky mountain hill surrounded by forest. Great sculptor Zanabazar founded the site and lived, worked and meditated here for 30 years. Overnight in tourist camp.
    Day 6. Lake Ugii
    Drive to lake Ugii, famous for its bird watching attraction covers 25 sq.km and is rich in perch and pike. Possibility to see swan, geese, white spoonbills and many others. Overnight in tents.
    Day 7.Bugat (Place of Elk), Bulgan province
    Drive to Bugat village. The most picturesque forest and gorgeous wildflowers in northern Mongolia, Khangai Region. Overnight in tents.
    Day 8. Amarbayasgalant Monastery
    Drive to Amarbayasgalant Monastery, one of the top three Buddhist institutions in Mongolia (along with Gandan and Erdenezuu). The country’s most intact architectural complex is dedicated to Zanabazar (sculptor, artist and politician) to cherish and respect his skills, wisdom, intelligence and great accomplishments. Overnight in tourist camp.
    Day 9.Ulaanbaatar
    Drive back to UB after breakfast. Transfer to the hotel. Lunch. Shopping . Farewell dinner, Mongolian Barbeque. ‘’Torgo (Silk)’’ - National costume show. Overnight in the hotel.
    Day 10.
    Departure
    Price included Price excludes
    • Accommodation
    • 3 meals
    • guide, driver
    • transfer
    • entrance fee
    • museums
    • folklore
    • international flights
    • travel insurance
    • visas, airport tax
    • drinks
    • personal belongings
    • extra service


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