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“ADVENTURE IN THE SACRED MOUNTAINS” TREKKING TOUR

DURATION : 11N 12D

DISTANCE : 4,131 KILOMETERS

TOUR ITINERARY

In the morning, your guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the airport.
You will take a domestic flight to Ulgii city, the center of Bayan-Ulgii province in western Mongolia.
After landing, you will meet your local guide and local service team.
Lunch break in Ulgii city
Then, drive about 100 km to reach Altai Tavan Bogd National Park.
In the evening, set up camp and dinner
Stay in tent under the stars.
Highlights: Western Mongolia, Ulgii city, mountains
Transportation: Hiace/Bus, MIAT Airlines /Domestic flight/, Russian van
Meals: -/L/D

DAY 1 ULAANBAATAR CITY-ULGII CITY-TSENGEL TOWN /1,850 kms/

Breakfast
Continue your drive deeper into Altai Tavan Bogd National Park.
Along the way, stop to explore ancient deer stones and archaeological burial sites, giving a glimpse into Mongolia’s rich history.
Lunch break
Arrive at your campsite near a Tuvan ethnic nomad family, surrounded by stunning nature.
Enjoy a short hike to a nearby mountain for beautiful views.
Meet your local assistant team who will help during the trekking journey. They will bring pack camels to carry all the luggage, camping gear, and food supplies /Note: From Day 3 there will be no vehicles—just you, the mountains, and the camels for the next seven days./
Dinner
Overnight in tent at camp.

Highlights: Altai Tavan Bogd National park, ancient deer stones, archeological burial sites, Tuvan ethnic nomad family, camels Transportation: Russian van

Meals: B/L/D

DAY 2 ALTAI TAVAN BOGD NATIONAL PARK /140 kms/

Breakfast
Begin our trekking to the Altai Tavan Bogd sacred mountains.
The trekking takes about 4–5 hours, covering 16 km through gentle mountain passes.
Enjoy stunning views of Mongolia’s highest snow-capped peaks and glaciers.
Lunch surrounded by nature
Continue the trekking
Arrive at the base camp near Potanin Glacier, Mongolia’s largest glacier.
Set up camp in the base camp /Altitude is around 3,100 meters above sea level/
Dinner
Stay overnight in tent
Highlights: Altai Tavan Bogd sacred mountains, Glaciers, Base camp
Transportation: No vehicle, Trekking
Meals: B/L/D

DAY 3 JOURNEY TO ALTAI TAVAN BOGD SACRED MOUNTAINS /16 kms/

Breakfast earlier
Climbing to Malchin peak, which is one of Altai Tavan Bogd mountains, and standing at 4,050 meters above sea level. - This mountain is located right on the border of Mongolia and Russia. From the top of peak, enjoy breathtaking views of the Potanin Glacier and the snow- covered Altai Mountains. /The distance from the base of ascent to the top of Malchin Peak is 5.8 kilometers. There is a path to the peak/
Lunch with a view /Lunch box/ — enjoy your meal on top of Malchin Peak!
After spending time at the summit, back down to base camp.
Arrive at base camp and having a dnner
Stay in tent at base camp
Highlights: Malchin paek, breathtaking views, the border of Mongolia and Russia, Standing at the summit
Transportation: No vehicle, Climbing /Trekking/
Meals: B/L/D

DAY 4 BASE CAMP - MALCHIN PEAK /16 kms/

Breakfast
Begin our trekking about 18 km along the Tsagaan River, walking through a beautiful and peaceful valley.
Along the trekking way, visit a local Tuvan nomad family and experience their unique culture.
Lunch break
Continue the journey and reach Shiveet Khairkhan Mountain — a sacred mountain for the local people, especially the Tuvans, and home to wild mountain goats (ibex).
Camp near the mountain /Altitude is around 2,500 meters above sea level/
Dinner
Stay overnight in tent.
Higlights: Tsagaan river, peaceful valley, Tuvan Nomad family, sacred Shiveet Khairkhan mountain
Transportation: No vehicle, Trekking
Meals: B/L/D

DAY 5 BASE CAMP - TUVAN NOMAD FAMILY - SHIVEET KHAIRKHAN MOUNTAIN /16 kms/

DAY 6 SHIVEET KHAIRKHAN MOUNTAIN - VALLEY OF KHAR SALAA /20 kms/

Have a peaceful breakfast
Begin our trekking around 20 km through the beautiful Khar Salaa mountain valley.
Trekking to Ancient Rock Art & Sacred Valley - Most remarkably, explore ancient deer stones and thousands of petroglyphs dating back 8,000 to 10,000 years — silent storytellers preserving the secrets, beliefs, and lifeways of early nomadic civilizations. It is the part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Lunch break in sacred place
Continue the journey, enjoy views of small mountain lakes, home to various water birds and surrounded by peaceful nature.
Camp near a local nomads /Altitude is around 2,450 meters above sea level/
Dinner and stay overnight in tent.
Highlights: Sacred mountain, ancient rock art, petroglyphs, lakes
Transportation: No vehicle, Trekking
Meals: B/L/D

DAY 7 VALLEY OF KHAR SALAA - TAKHILT PASS - BAAVGAIT VALLEY /18 kms/

Enjoy the breakfast
Begin our trekking about 8 km to Takhilt Pass.
Crossing the pass can be challenging, especially if there is snow, so take your time and enjoy the views.
After the pass, lunch break
Continue trekking about 10 km through Baavgait Valley, also known as Bear Valley—a peaceful and scenic place.
Set up camp surrounded by beautiful nature /Altitude is around 3,300 meters above sea level/
Enjoy a warm and delicious dinner under the open sky, surrounded by the peaceful sounds of nature and stunning mountain views.
As the sun sets and the air cools, the calm beauty of the landscape makes the meal feel even more special — a perfect end to a day of adventure.
Stay in tent
Highlights: Takhilt mountain pass, Baavgait Valley, sunset in Altai mountains
Transportation: No vehicle, Trekking
Meals: B/L/D

DAY 8 BAAVGAIT VALLEY - NAIMAN LAKE /18 kms/

Breakfast
Begin our trekking about 16–18 km through Naiman lake
During your journey, enjoy rocky ridges, soft green meadows, occasional sightings of wildlife, wide open valleys and gentle slopes, surrounded by the peaceful beauty of the Altai wilderness.
Lunch break
Continue the journey and by late afternoon, arrive at next camping spot “Naiman lake”. Have a fabulous panoramic view of the lakes and surrounding mountains, especially stunning in the golden evening light.
Dinner and Stay in tent /Altitude is around 2,200 meters above sea level/
Relax and take in the calm atmosphere as you spend the night camping near the lakeside.
Highlights: Beauty of the Altai wilderness, Naiman lake
Transportation: No vehicle, Trekking
Meals: B/L/D

DAY 9 NAIMAN LAKE - KHOTON LAKE /25 kms/ - LAST DAY OF TREKKING

Breakfast
Begin our trekking about 25 km to reach the stunning Khoton Lake. During the journey, enjoy the peaceful scenery and fresh mountain air.
Lunch break
Continue the trekking and arrive at Khoton lake. Take in the breathtaking view of snow-capped mountains reflecting on the calm surface of the lake — a truly magical sight.
Register at the Aral Tolgoi border military post, as the lake is near the border area.
Set up camp near the lake and dinner /Altitude is around 2,200 meters above sea level/
Stay in tent
Highlights: Peaceful scenery, Khoton lake, Aral tolgoi border military post
Transportation: No vehicle, Trekking
Meals: B/L/D

DAY 10 KHOTON LAKE - KAZAKH NOMAD FAMILY /10 kms/

Breakfast
After breakfast, explore another cultural site with hundreds of ancient petroglyphs, carved by early nomads.
Then, visit a Kazakh nomad family to experience their unique way of life. Gain insight into their daily traditions, hospitality, and deep cultural heritage — especially their incredible practice of training golden eagles for hunting, a rare and ancient art still alive today.
In the afternoon, drive back to camp and having lunch
Relax at the campsite and enjoy the beautiful surroundings.
Have a chance to learn how to cook a Mongolian dish and play a traditional game with your guides or hosts or local service team
Dinner and campfire - Share stories under the stars. It’s a perfect place to rest, recharge, and connect with local culture before the final leg of your journey.
Stay in tent near the lake /Altitude is around 2,200 meters above sea level/
Highlights: Ancient petroglyphs, Kazakh nomad family, Mongolian dish, Traditional games and campfire
Transportation: Russian van
Meals: B/L/D

DAY 11 KHOTON LAKE - ULGII CITY /230 kms/

Have breakfast by the lake in the early morning
After breakfast, it is time to say goodbye to your local mountain guide, camp assistants, and the pack camels who supported your a week trekking through the Altai Mountains.
Then, drive to Ulgii city by Russian van, enjoying the changing landscapes and Khovd river along the journey.
Lunch in Tsengel town
Continue the journey and arrive in Ulgii city
Stay in cozy ger camp /Have showers and laundry/
Enjoy Ulgii city and Nairamdal Hill - one of the most iconic viewpoints in Ulgii city
Dinner
Relax after your adventure.
Highlights: Say to Goodbye, Khovd river, Tsengel town, Ulgii city, Nairamdal hill, Closing dinner
Transportation: Russian van
Meals: B/L/D

DAY 11 ULGII CITY - ULAANBAATAR CITY /1,750 kms/

Breakfast
Drive to airport
Have a domestic flight to Ulaanbaatar city
Pick up from Chinggis Khaan International Airport
Drop-Off at the hotel
Highlights: End of your unforgettable journey through the wild beauty and culture of western Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar city
Transportation: Russian van, MIAT AIRLINES (Domestic flight), Hiace/Bus
Meals: B/-/-

TOUR DETAILS

Certified

GUIDE & DRIVER

DISTANCE

TRANSPORTATION

DOMESTIC FLIGHT, RUSSIAN VAN

4,131 kms

11N 12D

DURATION

GER CAMPING

TENT CAMPING

1 Night

10 Nights

Group size

1 - 2 pax

3-4 pax

5-6 pax

7-8 pax

9 - 10 pax

Price

4,150 USD

3,250 USD

2,950 USD

2,650 USD

2,300 USD

14 JUN, 2025 - 2026
19 JUL, 2025 - 2026
4 AUG, 2025 - 2026
18 AUG, 2025 - 2026

Single supplement for Ger camp and Tent camping - 130 USD/Per pax/

1. Transportations:

Alphard MPV/Hiace (Pick-Up and Drop-Off services) MIAT
Airlines (Domestic flight)
Russian vans (Ulgii city and Countryside)

2. Experienced tour drivers
3. Professional local English-speaking tour guide
4. Local trekking/mountain guide
5. Local assistant team
6. Field cook service
7. Transport animals /Camel, horse/
8. All camping provisions
9. Entrance fees to Protected areas
10. Tent camping /10 nights/
11. Ger camping /1 night/
12. Breakfast /11 times/
13. Lunch /11 times/ - A picnic during a scenic countryside trekking 14. Dinner /11 times/
15. High-energy snacks (nuts, dried fruits, protein bars)
16. First Aid -Kit

INCLUSIVE

EXCLUSIVE

International flight ticket /Round-trip ticket/
Hotel accommodation /in Ulaanbaatar/
Travel Insurance
Sleeping bag
Trekking pole
Daily Mineral water /Bottled/
Personal belongings
Laundry service
Tips and gratuities
Other meals than mentioned
Other services than mentioned

BREAKDOWN OF DISTANCE

100 kms - Alphard MPV/Hiace /in Ulaanbaatar city/
3,400 kms - Airplane /MIAT Airline, Domestic round trip/
500 kms - Russian van /Country side, Off-road/
131 kms - Trekking

TREKKER'S GUIDE: CHECKLIST & REMINDER

Passport
Backpack (comfortable & lightweight)
Sleeping bag
Trekking poles
Map, compass, or GPS device (if needed)
Flashlight/headlamp with extra batteries
Power bank for electronic devices
Waterproof & breathable trekking shoes/boots
Moisture-wicking socks (extra pairs)
Lightweight, layered clothing (weather-appropriate)
Waterproof jacket or poncho
Hat, gloves, and sunglasses
Thermos for hot drinks
Sunscreen & insect repellent
Quick-dry towel
Personal ID & emergency contact details
Extra cash for emergencies
Respect nature & local communities
Follow the trail & avoid shortcuts
Leave no trace – carry back all waste
Luggage Advice: Avoid bringing oversized suitcases.
Medication Reminder: If you have regular medications or suffer from high blood pressure, ensure you have them with you at all times.
Dietary Requirements: Please inform us in advance if you are a vegetarian.