STEP 1 - ULAANBAATAR, CITY TOUR : Arrive in Ulaanbaatar, the capital of Mongolia (called UB). You will be met by your guide and driver and transferred to Dream hotel, a 2 star establishment that’s conveniently located in downtown UB within walking distance from major attractions in the city. Depending on your arrival time, your guide will accompany you around this ‘soviet-esque’ city that offers some rich cultural attractions and museums. You will first head for Gandantegchinlen, a Tibetan-style monastery with 150 monks in residence. This is one of the very few monasteries which escaped the massive destruction during the communist period in the 1930s. The monks in residence usually pray in the morning, a ceremony open to visitors. The Buddhist Centre will be also ready to answer any of your questions. You will then visit a cashmere factory, one of Mongolia’s best known exports. This will be followed by lunch in a local restaurant to work your taste buds on Mongolian cuisine. In the afternoon, you will visit the National History Museum where three floors Mongolia’s rich and glorious past await you - from pre-historical ages to the soviet era without forgetting the glories of Genghis Khan’s period of reign. You will then head for our office to collect details of your trip: the itinerary, advice and to address any doubts or questions. At 6 pm, the Tumen Ekh traditional show will provide an exposé on traditional Mongolian folk arts including folklore dances, contortionism and Khoomi - the famous overtone singing style. PICK UP AT THE AIPORT LUNCH IN A RESTAURANT, DINNER NOT INCLUDED, OVERNIGHT IN A HOTEL

STEP 2 - AMARBAYASGALANT : Departure from the hectic city of Ulaanbaatar to the monastery of Amarbayasgalant. This monastery is the most important of Mongolia. It was build in 17th century in memory of the first Llama Bogd Zanabazar. Situated in the Selenge province (north) this monastery is a buddhism beautiful art work. BREAKFAST IN HOTEL, LUNCH ON THE WAY, DINNER AND OVERNIGHT IN TENT JEEP : 6 HOURS

STEP 3 - ERDENET -URAN TOGOO UUL : This morning we will visit the monastery before our departure in direction of Khuvsgul. On our way to Uran Togoo Uul we will visit Erdenet. This city is one of the major economic center of Mongolia after Ulaanbaatar and possess one of the biggest opencast mines in the world. We continue our road towards the volcanoes park of Uran Togoo uul for a bivouac between heaven and earth. WESTERN BREAKFAST, LUNCH ON THE WAY, DINNER AND OVERNIGHT IN TENT JEEP : 7 HOURS

STEP 4 - URAN TOGOO UUL - BAIBULAG - IKH UUL : Lets go for a morning hike on the top of these giants volcanoes to take advantage of the panorama offered. Then place at history with Baibulag and its walls of more than 10000 years challenging time. We arrive next to the little monastery of Ikh Uul before settling our camp next to Selenge river WESTERN BREAKFAST, LUNCH ON THE WAY, DINNER AND OVERNIGHT IN TENT JEEP : 5 HOURS HIKE : 2 HOURS

STEP 5 - KHUVSGUL LAKE : Imagine 2760 square meters of pristine crystal waters so pure you can drink it – this is Khuvsgul lake. As a transition zone between Central Asian Steppe and Siberian Taiga, the lake is surrounded by several mountain ranges with peaks above 2000 meters. The surrounding pine forests and lush pastures are home to yaks, horses and wildlife such as ibex, wolf, and musk deer. We leave Hatgal for Alagsar ger camp on the east shore of the lake. WESTERN BREAKFAST, LUNCH ON THE WAY, DINNER AND OVERNIGHT IN A GERS CAMP JEEP : 6 HOURS

STEP 6 - KHUVSGUL LAKE, HIKING OR HORSE RIDING : Here begins a beautiful story ... accompanied by local herders and their yaks, we leave for two days hiking or horse riding in the wooded valleys of Alag Sar. Following the peaceful rhythm of the cart, we discover this land of nomadism. In the evening we settle the yurt with the breeders and we spend the night in it. WESTERN BREAKFAST, LUNCH ON THE WAY, DINNER AND OVERNIGHT IN GER (NIGHT 1) AND IN GERS CAMP (NIGHT 2) HIKE / HORSE RIDING : 15/20 KM A DAY

STEP 7 - KHUVSGUL - IDER : Embarked aboard a small motorboat, we follow the south bank of the lake and reach the small village of Khatgal where our vehicles are waiting for us. Stop to Moron. The city of Moron is located on the hillside in the North of mounts Ertchim, on the bank of the Delgermoron river. We shall stop in town to buy fresh food at the local market. The road crosses then several pass and sinks into lost valleys where the landscapes quickly evolve. The height exceeds 2000 meters. The landscapes are more and more beautiful, and photos stop numerous. BREAKFAST IN CAMP, LUNCH ON THE WAY, DINNER AND OVERNIGHT IN TENTS JEEP : 7 HOURS BOAT : 45 MINUTES

STEP 8 - IDER - TERKHIIN TSAGAAN LAKE : We begin what will be the most difficult day of your stay, here we are in in a hellish dust road. Reward of this day, the lake of Terkhiin Tsagaan which is situated at a 2060 meter height above the sea level. This lake, nicknamed " The big white lake " as well as the volcanic region which surrounds it is the highlight of the Arkhangai province. Still a wild area, it is ideal to camp and waters being very rich in fishes. We settle our camp, for two nights next to the lake. WESTERN BREAKFAST, LUNCH ON THE WAY, DINNER AND OVERNIGHT IN TENT JEEP : 7 HOURS

STEP 9 - TERKHIIN TSAGAAN, HIKING ON HORGO VOLCANO : Together with local breeders, we go hiking along the banks of the lake. We take the direction of the Southeast where is the Horgo volcano peak at 2965 meters. From there you will enjoy a scenic view on the surrounding area. Near the volcano, you will explore an original and very different landscape formed with lava flows. WESTERN BREAKFAST, LUNCH ON THE WAY, DINNER AND OVERNIGHT IN TENT HIKE : 4 HOURS

STEP 10 - TERKHIIN TSAGAAN - TSETSERLEG - TSENKHER HOT SPRINGS : We take the track of the South, the raised regions, on the West you can admire the chain of Khangai and its summits peaking more than 3000 meters high. Stop to Tsetserleg, small charming village coiled in mountains covered with Larches. Supplying in the local market and visit of the temple & museum of Zayan Gegeen. The last 30 kilometers of this day will lead us to the Tsenkher hot springs, pamper yourself in the warm water baths of the camp. WESTERN BREAKFAST, LUNCH ON THE WAY, DINNER AND OVERNIGHT IN A GERS CAMP JEEP : 4 HOURS

STEP 11 - TSENKHER HOT SPRINGS - ORKHON VALLEY : We cross the Khangai range to go to the Orkhon valley, classified by UNESCO as "world heritage". On the way, we go and visit the Tovkhon monastery where Zanabazar, the first religious leader of Mongolia, composed the Soyombo alphabet which the first letter became the symbol of the country. From this monastery, located at 2 312 meters high, we have a magnificent panorama on all the Khangaï chain. After this visit we go down to the valley and reach the settlement of our host family.. BREAKFAST IN CAMP, LUNCH ON THE WAY, DINNER AND OVERNIGHT WITH A FAMILY, IN A GER FOR GUESTS JEEP : 4H30 HIKE : 2 HOURS

STEP 12 - ORKHON VALLEY, THE WATERFALLS : This will be a day of rest and reflection by the beautiful Orkhon waterfalls while experiencing the simple Nomadic life. After herding cattle with the family, you will proceed to the Ulan Tsutgalaan waterfalls by horse or by foot. Formed more than 20,000 years ago by a rare combination of earthquakes and volcanic activity, these 16 meters high waterfalls are simply magical. Spend time taking in the white shimmering mass of water crashing on black stone and splashing a rainbow of colors with the sun. In the evening, pitch in to help prepare and feast on ‘Horhog', also called mongol barbecue, a traditional Mongolian stewed meat dish. WESTERN BREAKFAST, LUNCH ON THE WAY, MONGOLIAN BARBECUE AND OVERNIGHT WITH A FAMILY, IN A GER FOR GUESTS HIKE/HORSE RIDING : 4 HOURS

STEP 13 - ORKHON VALLEY - KHARKHORIN : The legendary city of Genghis Khan was established in 1220 along the Ancient Silk Road. It remained Mongolia’s capital city until Kubilai Khan later moved it to Beijing though the ruins of the great city still remain today. After this you will visit Erdene Zuu monastery which was built in 1586 by a nomad prince. The monastery has been built with inspiration from China and Tibet and is surrounded by 108 sacred stupas. We set up our camp away from the city on the banks of the Orkhon. WESTERN BREAKFAST, LUNCH ON THE WAY, DINNER AND OVERNIGHT IN TENT JEEP : 3H30

STEP 14 - KHARKHORIN - ONGII MONASTERY : Today will be a transit from the green mountains of Khangai into the Gobi landscape. You will stop at Saikhan Ovoo, a medium altitude mountain along the Ongiin Gol river and a place of quiet solitude. The ruins of two monasteries Barlim and Khutagt still remain on the north and south shores of the river. You will visit this site commonly called Ongii lamasery and its little museum. Around a thousand monks used to live there until the destruction in 1937 by the Soviet army. In 2002, some monks came back and began restoration work with a small budget, making up for what they lacked monetarily with inspiring spiritual fervour. WESTERN BREAKFAST, LUNCH ON THE WAY, DINNER AND OVERNIGHT IN TENT JEEP : 2H30

STEP 15 - ONGII MONASTERY- CLIFFS OF BAYANZAG : This will be the last stretch before the Great Gobi desert and its “Three Beauties”, a name derived from the three subranges, the East ‘Zuun Saikhan’ the highest at 2815 meters, the Middle ‘Dund Saikhan’ and the Beauty to the West ‘Baruun Saikhan’. On this day you will be driven to the “Flaming Cliffs” of Bayanzag. The rocks radiate a glowing orange colour with the sunset and so the rightfully earned name. The area is also famous for its fabulous fossil finds. In 1922 Roy Chapman Andrews, the famous paleontologist was the first to discover dinosaur eggs and bones in this area, many of which you can now see in the Natural History Museum of Ulaanbaatar as well as in numerous museums throughout the world. WESTERN BREAKFAST, LUNCH ON THE WAY, DINNER AND OVERNIGHT IN TENT JEEP : 5 HOURS

STEP 16 - CLIFFS OF BAYANZAG - SAND DUNES OF KHONGOR : You will be driven today to the western end of the park towards Khongoriin Els - the most spectacular sand dunes of Mongolia. In places they rise 200 meters above a lush, spring-fed wetland at their base. At 180km long and 20km wide, the summit of the dunes offer a fabulous view on the vast desert and steppes around. You will also hear for yourself the song of the desert sung by shifting sands and dunes that collapse into sand avalanches in a phenomenon commonly called ‘Singing Dunes’. As sand is constantly moving due to Gobi strong winds, few plants grow among the shifting dunes; the sandy ridges are therefore pure, finely sifted, dun coloured sand. You will then experience Mongolian hospitality with a nomadic family who will host you for two nights. This is the time to discover their authentic lifestyle and cultural quirks like passing the snuffbox while tasting ‘suu tai tsai’ (Mongolian salted milk tea) and camel dairy products. WESTERN BREAKFAST, LUNCH ON THE WAY, DINNER AND OVERNIGHT WITH A FAMILY, IN A GER FOR GUESTS JEEP : 5 HOURS

STEP 17 - SAND DUNES OF KHONGOR, CAMEL RIDING : A camel ride in the Gobi is an unforgettable experience. After breakfast, you ride to a Saxaul forest on camel back. Saxaul is a plant with very tiny leaves and ranges in size from a large shrub to a small tree. Saxaul barks may be pressed for drinking water. In the Gobi desert, it is often the only kind of wood that nomads can use for heating and cooking. This plant is also a camel’s favorite meal. The Gobi is also home to diverse wildlife species. If lucky you can spot Ibex, Argalis, wild Mouflon and Antelopes. On foot, you will trudge up to the summit of the dunes to admire the astounding vista of desert land, and on a good day, catch the chant of the singing dunes. WESTERN BREAKFAST, LUNCH ON THE WAY, DINNER AND OVERNIGHT WITH A FAMILY, IN A GER FOR GUESTS CAMEL RIDING : 3 OR 6 HOURS

STEP 18 - SAND DUNES OF KHONGOR - ICED CANYON OF YOLIIN AM : Going towards the East this time, today’s adventure involves a hike in Yoliin Am (Eagles Canyon), a mountain valley that conceals the natural wonder of a large ice field that remains frozen most of the year. You will stop at Dungdene Canyon to leave the jeep behind and discover the astounding gorge on foot. The gorge is so deep that sunrays are unable to melt the ice field before August, after which temperatures quickly drop with the coming of autumn, leaving much of the ice field frozen all year round. Yoliin Am or Eagles Canyon is also a favourable place to spot and observe wildlife such as mouflon, wild sheep or argali, snow leopards and black-tailed antelopes. A its name suggests, you will also find eagles, hawks and vultures. You will spend the night with a local herder family. WESTERN BREAKFAST, LUNCH ON THE WAY, DINNER AND OVERNIGHT WITH A FAMILY, IN A GER FOR GUESTS JEEP : 5 HOURS HIKE : 15 KM

STEP 19 - ICED CANYON OF YOLIIN AM - ULAANBAATAR : You will be driven to Dalandzadgad, the provincial capital city where you will board your flight back to Ulaanbaatar where you can spend time with your guide and driver in the afternoon. You can take this chance to visit Naraan Tuul black market, one of Asia’s largest outdoor markets, for the last bit of shopping. MONGOLIAN BREAKFAST, LUNCH ON THE WAY, DINNER NOT INCLUDED AND OVERNIGHT IN A HOTEL LOCAL FLIGHT : 1 HOUR

STEP 20 - DEPARTURE : Breakfast at the hotel. Return transfer can take place at the desired time, depending on your flight time.