12-Day Best Of Mongolia Luxury Tour

12-Day Best Of Mongolia Luxury Tour

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12-Day Best Of Mongolia Luxury Tour

12 Days Starting and ending in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

Visiting: Ulaanbaatar, Khovsgol Lake National Park, Khovsgol Lake, Hustai National Park, Karakorum, Yol Valley, Bayanzag, Khavtsgait, Terelj National Park

Tour operator:

Tweet World Travel

Tour code:

MG1220T

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 16

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

35-70

Tour operated in:

English

Trip Styles:

Luxury

Interests:

Cultural, Wildlife Tours

From: $15245

NB: Prices correct on 21-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Discover Mongolia’s breathtaking natural beauty and unique cultural heritage on a 12-day Best of Mongolia luxury tour with Tweet World Travel. This captivating journey unveils the enigmatic charm of Mongolia, with its vast open steppes, expansive skies, majestic mountain peaks, lush meadows, and dense forests. Immerse yourself in the Mongolian nomadic lifestyle, relax in pristine nature, and be inspired by the warmth and hospitality of its people. This exclusive tour seamlessly combines authentic local experiences with the comfort and elegance of luxury travel.Begin your adventure in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia’s vibrant capital city, before flying to Northern Mongolia to marvel at the crystal-clear waters of Khuvsgul Lake and the stunning scenery of Khuvsgul National Park. Experience the nomad lifestyle by saddling up for a horseback ride through this untouched wilderness. From there, hop on the camel's back for a Gobi Desert tour to explore the dramatic Yol Valley and the iconic Flaming Cliffs of Bayanzag. Conclude your journey back in Ulaanbaatar, where you’ll delve into the city’s cultural gems and enjoy a captivating folklore show among other must-visit tourist attractions in Mongolia to get a complete picture of this extraordinary land.Your journey begins stress-free, with our complimentary one-way chauffeur service, taking you seamlessly from your doorstep to the airport. Imagine starting your adventure without worrying about transportation or traffic! With Tweet World Travel, every detail is taken care of for a world-class experience from start to finish.Enjoy our 24/7 local assistance, a personalized airport meet-and-greet service with local guides exclusively offered by Tweet World Travel. Our small-group tours, with a maximum of 16 guests and guaranteed departures for just two, ensure a personalized and intimate Mongolia exploration.

Highlights

  • Explore Mongolia home to the diverse landscapes and distinctive wildlife habitatsExperience nomadic culture and vast, untouched landscapesImmerse yourself in a nomadic lifestyle far from traditional creature comfortsDiscover the spectacular and varied landscape of the Gobi DesertStay at a Ger Camp, offering spectacular views and a taste of rural nomadic lifeDiscover a lifestyle, arts and history that reflect the true national identity and culture of Mongolian peopleSaddle up on a horse like a real normad and ride along the crystal clear Khovsgal LakeDiscover the magnificent Bayan Gobi sand dunes on the famed two-humped Bactrian camelExplore Ulaanbaatar and learn about the legendary Genghis Khan

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Ulaanbaatar Arrival(D)

Location: Ulaanbaatar

Accommodation Name: 5-Star Hotel In Central Location

Meals Included: Dinner

On your arrival at Chinggis Khaan International Airport, you will be transferred to the hotel in Ulaanbaatar. Free time at leisure for the rest of the day. You may need some time to relax and recover from the long-distance flight or possibly from jet lag. 



In the afternoon, after a tour briefing, our tour guide will take you out for a Welcome Dinner.

Day 2 : Ulaanbaatar - Murun: Khovsgol Lake National Park (B, L, D)

Location: Khovsgol Lake National Park

Accommodation Name: Deluxe Ger Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today, you will be transferred to the city airport for morning flight to Murun, the center of Northern Province. Upon arrival at local airport, we will drive to Khuvsgul Lake, known as “The Dark Blue Pearl”. Lake Khovsgol is Mongolia’s largest and second-most voluminous freshwater lake in Asia and 1% of all the fresh water in the world.



On the way, we will visit Khatgal village and explore the village’s life, market and main port of the lake.



After lunch and check-in at the Ger camp, we will explore the Khovsgol Lake National Park. Relaxing free time offers us the opportunity to explore the surroundings, hiking in the surrounding hills, swimming in the lake and enjoy the natural beauty of the region. The Lake water is crystal clear blue, so that you can see bottom of lake when you are sailing and this lake is surrounded by deep forest and magnificent mountains.

Total distance: 110km, driving for ~2.5hrs.

Day 3 : Khovsgol Lake Discovery Tour (B, L, D)

Location: Khovsgol Lake

Accommodation Name: Deluxe Ger Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Khovsgol province is home to the southernmost indigenous reindeer herding people (Tsaatan) in the world. This day tour is not complete without a visiting to reindeer herders family. In the morning, we will saddle our horses and ride to meet a reindeer herder family. Depending on your experience, an appropriate horse will be selected for you.



We will meet reindeer herders and explore their life style, custom and sacraments. Reindeer herders practice shamanism and live in teepees. They are the last reindeer herders who survived for thousands of years inhabiting the remotest subarctic taiga, moving between 5 and 10 times a year.



In the afternoon, it is free time for you to be on your own. There is a great opportunity to hiking, kayaking or just enjoy at wild nature to take photos. Also, you can ride motor-boat around the lake.

Day 4 : Murun - Ulaanbaatar: Hustai National Park (B, L, D)

Location: Hustai National Park

Accommodation Name: 5-Star Hotel In Central Location

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

This morning, transfer to the local airport for return flight to Ulaanbaatar.



Upon arrival in Ulaanbaatar we drive west to Hustai National Park. This area is home to the Mongolian wild horse known as Przewalski horse (takhi) with unique landscape that features mountain and steppe. After lunch we explore the national park and hiking to see the wild horses in their natural habitat. Seeing these truly wild horses which numbered in the hundreds of thousands of years ago, will make you feel like you have traveled thousands of years back in time. There is great opportunity to take photo for these endangered horses. If you are lucky, you can see fox, deer, roe deer, eagle, and more animals and birds.



In the evening, check in HS Khaan Resort Hotel and enjoy the rest of your day at leisure. 

Total distance: 150km, Flight takes 1.5hrs.

Day 5 : Karakorum: Erdene Zuu Monastery (B, L, D)

Location: Karakorum

Accommodation Name: Deluxe Ger Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, we will drive to Karakorum and Erdenezuu Monastery. Karakorum was not only the capital of the vast Mongolian Empire, but the epic center of trade along Silk Road. However, the Karakorum of today is a small settlement with little focus on tourism. Today there is a museum that does show off some of the artefacts they've recovered so far.



Upon arrival in the village, we will visit museum of Karakorum and learn about beautiful ancient Karakorum. Then we will visit to the magnificent and the oldest Buddhist Monastery complex of Erdenezuu, built in the 16th century, with 108 stupas. Here you can see interesting listen to monk chanting Buddhist sutras. Return to ger camp and have dinner.

Day 6 : Karakorum - Ulaanbaatar (B, L, D)

Location: Ulaanbaatar

Accommodation Name: 5-Star Hotel In Central Location

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast we return to Ulaanbaatar. On the we visit to Bayan Gobi magnificent sand dunes - surrounded by hills with willow trees, streams and bushes, and appear as a small desert in the center of the country. This sand dune is 80km long and the widest part of the sand dune is 9-10 km. Also, the sand dune called as mini Gobi. 



We will discover this magnificent place on camel back. Mongolia is home to 2/3 of the two-humped Bactrian camels in the world. It is a gentle, calm and extraordinary patient animal and can carry on without water for a month. Upon arrival in Ulaanbaatar, transfer to hotel.

Total distance: 380km, driving for ~5hrs

Day 7 : Ulaanbaatar - Gobi Desert – Yol Valley (Vulture’S Valley) (B, L, D)

Location: Yol Valley

Accommodation Name: Deluxe Ger Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

In the morning, you will be transferred to the city airport for morning flight to Dalanzadgad, which is a town in Gobi.



Today we will visit Yol valley (Eagle or Vulture’s valley) which is situated in “Three beauties of Gobi” Mt. National Park. Yol valley was originally established to conserve birdlife in the region but it’s now more famous for its dramatic scenery in the middle of the Gobi Desert with a meters’ thick ice almost all year around, except late summer.



We will explore the valley and do hiking through grassy meadows, small streams, long and narrow valley with sheltered by high cliff walls, sunlight bouncing off amazing rocks, covered with wild flowers and Gobi plants. You may be lucky enough to spot wild sheep and goat, grazing high on the cliff walls.

Total distance: 50km, driving for ~1hrs.

Day 8 : Bayanzag (Flaming Cliffs) & Moltsog Sand Dunes (B, L, D)

Location: Bayanzag

Accommodation Name: Deluxe Ger Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast, we will drive to Moltsog Els and explore the dunes. After that you will visit to the Flaming Cliffs - Bayanzag which is a famous for the first discovery of fossilized dinosaurs. Also, this area is well known for red tall hillocks formed as a result of wind and water erosion which look like fire in the middle of the desert from distance.



When we arrive at Ger camp, we will watch an interesting video about how Roy Chapman Andrews and American expedition discovered the first dinosaur eggs from Bayanzag and transferred dinosaur skeletons on the camel back through Gobi Desert. Their findings proved to the world that dinosaurs laid eggs. Then we will take 5 min drive to the Flaming Cliffs and wander on the red hillocks. We will find bones of dinosaurs around Bayanzag. White fossilized bones are still found nowadays. Return back ger camp and overnight. 

Total distance: 140km, driving for ~3hrs.

Day 9 : Khavtsgait Petrolyphs And Nomads Day (B, L, D)

Location: Khavtsgait

Accommodation Name: Deluxe Ger Camp

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Today we have day trip to see Khavtsgait Petroglyphs- exceptional collection of petroglyphs dating from between 8000 BC and 3000 BC. From the parking area trail head, a rocky path gains 120m in elevation (1822m) as it winds up littered with art. In under an hour you’ll see petroglyphs aplenty.



Then we will visit camel herder family in their Ger, and explore their unique nomadic lifestyle. Its chance to try drinking Hormog (fermented Mongolian camel milk). Then we will ride a camel. Return to the camp and overnight.

Total distance: 100km, driving for ~2.5hrs.

Day 10 : Flight To Ulaanbaatar - Gemgjos Ljam Statue Complex & Terelj National Park (B, L, D)

Location: Terelj National Park

Accommodation Name: 5-Star Hotel In Central Location

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

After breakfast we transfer to local airport for return flight to Ulaanbaatar city, capital of Mongolia. Upon arrival in Ulaanbaatar we will depart for Terelj National Park. This is one of the most visited national parks in Mongolia due to its natural beauty, forested alpine mountains and interesting rock formations (Massive woolsack weathering conditions) are very well known.



On the way visit “Genghis Khan Statue Complex” which is currently the biggest (40m high) equestrian statue in the world. There is a recreation area, restaurants, and souvenir shops occupy the base structure. From here, you can ascend to the head of the horse using an elevator abd have a good panoramic view over the complex area and the scenery beyond. You are now definitely in Genghis Khan’s country!



From here, we will take a short drive to the Ger camp in Terelj National Park for lunch and stay overnight. 



In the afternoon, we will explore the national park and see Turtle Rock - interesting rock formation looking like a turtle. Also, visit Ariyabal meditation temple - surrounded by scenic mountains with massive rock formations and sits at top of the mountain. From the top, you can enjoy the breathtaking view overlooking the Terelj National Park. 

Total distance: 100km, driving for ~3hrs

Day 11 : Ulaanbaatar City Tour (B, L, D)

Location: Ulaanbaatar

Accommodation Name: 5-Star Hotel In Central Location

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

In the morning at 8 am, we will return to Ulaanbaatar. Upon arrival at Ulaanbaatar city, we will visit Zaisan Memorial Hill is located in the south side of Ulaanbaatar City, right beside the Bogd Khan Mountain having a best view of the city and surrounding hills.



Next visit Bogd Khan Palace museum - the complex was a residence of 8th Bogd Javzandamba in 19th century, the head of Mongolian religion. The palace consists of seven Summer Prayer temples and the winter palace.



After lunch, visit “Gandan” Monastery, Mongolia’s largest functioning Buddhist monastery including the Mongolian Buddhist University. The highlight of visiting to Gandan is 26-meter-high majestic gilded indoor statue of Megjid Janraisig. Afterwards, free for your choice. You can be transferred to the hotel for rest and refreshment or go shopping for souvenirs and local products, your guide will be ready to serve you for that. Suggested shopping places are State department store, famous “Gobi” cashmere factory store and “Naran Tuul” Black market.



In the evening, we will visit “Wonders of Mongolia” folklore show by famous Tumen-Ekh ensemble - is one of the most successful folk art groups to share traditional Mongolian music with the world, having traveled to over 40 countries.



Dinner is at “Bd’s Mongolian Barbeque” international chain restaurant.Total distance: 80km, driving for ~2.5hrs.

Day 12 : Departure (B)

Meals Included: Breakfast

As your memorable trip comes to an end, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to your next destination or home.

What's Included

  • VISA

    Visa invitation letter, if required

  • Tour Guide & Tour Leader

    English-speaking local tour guides who live and breathe the destination – they will bring your itinerary to lifeFor group of more than 10 people, on top of local tour guides, we will provide an experienced tour director. He or she will oversee your entire journey, accompany you every day and connect you to the people, places and encounter in a way you’ll never forget.

  • MEALS

    Welcome DinnerA Unique & Varied Dining ExperienceFull Breakfast Daily (B=11)Lunches (L=10) and Dinners (D=11) As per itineraryFarewell Dinner

  • FLIGHTS

    Domestic flights within the tour with full service airlineFlight: Ulaanbaatar to MurunFlight: Murun to UlaanbaatarFlight: Ulaanbaatar to Dalanzadgad (Gobi desert)Flight: Dalanzadgad to UlaanbaatarFlights in Economy Class with 20kg Luggage Allowance (Option to upgrade to business class at additional cost)

  • TRANSPORT

    Arrival and departure airport transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles All touring in air-conditioned vehiclesLocally based professional drivers 

  • SIGHTSEEING

    All sightseeing and entrance fees are mentioned as programCultural performance by famous Tumen Ekh EnsembleCamel riding in Gobi -1 hourHorse riding at Khovsgol Lake – 1hourComplimentary drink water during the tourAll service charge, local and Government tax

  • ACCOMMODATION

    Stay at excellent hand-selected high-quality accommodation in central location or adjacent to monuments or strategically at the edge of a wilderness.12 nights’ accommodation based on double/twin occupancy with daily breakfastsExcellent 5* hotel in the city – 3 nightsStay in luxury hotels in the countryside - 2 nightsDeluxe ger with en-suite bathroom with shower and air-conditioner camps in countryside trip - 6 nights

  • FIRST CLASS SERVICE

    24/7 local assistance and travel guidanceAirport Meet-and-Greet welcome service with local tour guideGuaranteed departures with Just Two GuestsSmall group with maximum 16 guestsA unique "local-host" experience exclusively offered by Tweet World TravelComplimentary one-way Chauffeur-drive from your home to the airport within a 35 km radius*

What's Not Included

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks not listed in the itinerary are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and is recommended to be purchased separately.

  • Optional Activities

    Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.

  • International Flights

    International flights to and from Mongolia are not included.

Mode of Transport

Enjoy private air-conditioned vehicle transfers, local flights between Ulaanbaatar, Murun, and Dalanzadgad, and professional drivers for all touring, ensuring a comfortable and seamless travel experience.

Accommodation

Experience luxury with 12 nights of high-quality accommodation, including 3 nights in a 5-star city hotel, 2 nights in countryside luxury hotels, and 6 nights in deluxe ger camps with en-suite bathrooms and air-conditioning.

Check out our Q&As

  • What kind of accommodation can I expect during the tour?

    During the tour, you will stay in a variety of accommodations including a 5-star hotel in a central location for 3 nights, luxury hotels in the countryside for 2 nights, and deluxe ger camps with en-suite bathrooms for 6 nights.

  • Are there any unique cultural experiences included in the tour?

    Yes, the tour includes unique cultural experiences such as visiting a reindeer herder family, exploring the lifestyle of camel herders, and attending a folklore show by the famous Tumen-Ekh ensemble.

  • Will there be opportunities for horseback riding during the tour?

    Yes, there will be an opportunity for horseback riding at Khovsgol Lake, where you can ride a horse like a real nomad.

  • What kind of wildlife might I see on this tour?

    You may see a variety of wildlife including the Mongolian wild horse known as the Przewalski horse, as well as potentially spotting foxes, deer, roe deer, eagles, and other animals and birds in their natural habitats.

  • Is there a chance to ride camels during the tour?

    Yes, you will have the opportunity to ride a two-humped Bactrian camel at the Bayan Gobi sand dunes.

  • What kind of meals are provided during the tour?

    The tour includes all meals as listed in the itinerary, which consists of 11 breakfasts, 10 lunches, and 10 dinners. There are also unique and varied dining experiences, including welcome and farewell dinners.

  • Are there any flights included in the tour itinerary?

    Yes, the tour includes flights from Ulaanbaatar to Murun, Murun to Ulaanbaatar, Ulaanbaatar to Dalanzadgad, and Dalanzadgad to Ulaanbaatar.

  • What kind of transportation is provided during the tour?

    Transportation includes arrival and departure airport transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles, all touring in air-conditioned vehicles, and locally based professional drivers.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Founded in 2012, the Tweet World Travel Group is an Australian-owned corporation and one of the country's leading wholesalers for Worldwide River Cruises, Tour Operators, and Travel Technology Providers. With headquarters in Adelaide, South Australia, the company has a wide reach, with local operational offices throughout Asia.

  • Are there any health requirements or vaccinations needed for the tour?

    Ensuring your health and well-being during your tour is of utmost importance to us. Many destinations may have specific health requirements or recommended vaccinations to help protect both you and the local population from potential health risks. To determine the health requirements or vaccinations needed for your chosen tour destination, we strongly advise consulting with a medical professional or a travel health clinic. They have access to the latest information about health risks in different regions and can provide personalized recommendations based on your medical history and the specific areas you plan to visit. Additionally, some countries may require proof of certain vaccinations, such as yellow fever, before granting entry. It's essential to research and adhere to these requirements to ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. If you have any concerns or questions about health requirements for your upcoming tour, feel free to reach out to our team. While we can offer general guidance, we always recommend consulting with a medical professional for personalized health advice tailored to your needs and travel plans. Your health and safety are paramount, and we want to ensure that you're well-prepared and informed before embarking on your journey.

  • How can I provide feedback or reviews about the tour experience?

    We highly value your feedback and reviews about your tour experience. Your insights help us continuously improve our services and create exceptional travel experiences for our clients. Here are a couple of ways you can provide feedback: 1- Tweet Trip App: If you've downloaded our Tweet Trip App, you can often find a section dedicated to providing feedback or reviews. This streamlined approach ensures that your thoughts are directly communicated to us for consideration. 2- Online Form: We may send you an online feedback form via email after your tour concludes. This allows you to share your thoughts, suggestions, and comments about your experience conveniently. 3- Hard Copy: If you prefer a more traditional approach, some tours may provide a hard copy feedback form that you can fill out and hand over to your tour guide or agency representative. When providing feedback, consider sharing both positive aspects that you enjoyed and constructive criticism that can help us enhance our services. Here are some points to consider: Your overall satisfaction with the tour. The quality of accommodations, transportation, and activities. The professionalism and knowledge of your tour guide. Any challenges or issues you encountered. Suggestions for improvement. Any standout moments or experiences. Your feedback is instrumental in our commitment to deliver exceptional travel experiences. We appreciate your time and honesty in sharing your thoughts with us. Whether you choose to provide feedback through the Tweet Trip App, an online form, or a hard copy, rest assured that your input will be carefully considered to continually elevate the quality of our services.

Reviews of this operator

Giang Vu (Google Reviewer)  

Outstanding services in Asia Tours...

14-Oct-2019

Outstanding services in Asia Tours and Worldwide river cruises, specialising in Mekong cruises and Croisi Europe cruises.

Frank O'Reilly (Google Reviewer)  

I was SOOOO fortunate to...

30-Mar-2016

I was SOOOO fortunate to pick Tweet World Travel to organise my Vietnam holiday last October . I travelled with my wife and 5 friends for three weeks taking in Ho Chi Minh city , Hoi An , Da Nang , Hue and Hanoi/Halong Bay. The trip was just so well prepared , with private transport and English speaking guides for the whole trip . So many excursions ( all paid for ) included in the holiday . we saw so many wonderful historic places , stayed in beautiful hotels and had some fantastic meals in great restaurants all over Vietnam. We saw so much more because Twee prepared the whole trip for us. We would have missed so much otherwise. All in the very best holiday ever..Frank O'Reilly. ...

Rundle Group (Google Reviewer)  

We have just had 3...

07-Jun-2016

We have just had 3 wonderful weeks in Vietnam, visiting Mekong Delta, Ho Chi Minh City, Danang/Hoi An, Hanoi, SaPa & Halong Bay & can highly recommend Tweet World Travel. We had already booked some accommodation ourselves at a beachside resort but wanted to extend our holiday to travel around & see more of Vietnam. Twee did a fantastic job at organising our itinerary around what we had already booked & suggested activities & sightseeing trips to us that we had not considered. We certainly enjoyed all the activities & experienced much more than if we had tried to organise it ourselves. It was also very reassuring to know that I could easily contact Twee if I needed advice on anything at all while we were away. The guides on all our day trips were fantastic - very friendly & looked after us all very well. They were all happy to share information about their lives with us which made the trip more memorable & enjoyable with some unique experiences. Highlights of our trip were Hoi An (especially the Hoi An Food Tour - lots of fun, on the back of motorbikes), SaPa (especially sightseeing by motor bike, although wouldn't recommend the noisy train trip to get there), Cycling around villages in the Mekong Delta (away from tourist areas), Halong Bay cruise & the gorgeous Apricot Hotel.

Annette Magee (Google Reviewer)  

Twee World Travel, what can...

23-May-2016

Twee World Travel, what can I say ! You organised such a wonderful trip, you catered to our every need, just knowing we had your support if we needed it was so reassuring. You Twee, and your amazing staff should be very proud of what you do and how you make people like me have such an enjoyable world experience. Thankyou 😊

Reema sharma (Google Reviewer)  

Tweet world travel group is...

31-May-2022

Tweet world travel group is really worse and have face a very bad experience I don’t recommend anyone to go with them if you want to loose your money its your choice

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