Straddling the Khangai Mountains and the Orkhon Valley

In the morning, you meet Purvee, your equestrian guide. Together, you choose your horses and familiarize yourself with them through an adaptation ride in open landscapes, feeling the wind and the rhythm of the steppe.

We set off on horseback towards the Tsagaan Tal plain. Along the way, you'll discover the majestic Bronze Age kurgans, silent witnesses to ancient history. The day ends with a local family in Buurug, where you'll share in the daily life of the inhabitants and experience the warmth of nomadic hospitality.

After breakfast, the ride resumes through the Eight Lakes of Khuis basin: Halit, Bugat, Khaya Shanaa, Doroo, Khuis, and Bayan-Uul. Each lake is a jewel of the steppe, offering breathtaking panoramas. Lunch is enjoyed with a local family, a moment of sharing and authentic flavors.

Today, we cross the Shireet Pass and admire Shireet Lake. The route combines challenging climbs and descents, suitable for experienced riders who enjoy the challenge of high mountain terrain. In the evening, we return to the home of the family we met earlier for a friendly get-together.

On horseback, we cross landscapes blending forests, rocks and impressive peaks: Buuruljuut, Baarai, Ovtiin Davaa. We arrive at the village of Bat-Ölzii to spend the night with a local family and deepen our immersion in nomadic culture.

We exchange our horses to reach the Baga Khurkheree area and spend the night with a local family, enjoying a preserved natural environment.

The monastery perched at the summit offers a spectacular panorama of the Khangai. A unique spiritual experience, where contemplation blends with the exertion of the horseman.

We arrive at the Tsagaansum hot spring resort, nestled in the heart of the Khangai Mountains. These thermal waters are ancient and sacred, once frequented by nobles, princes, and lamas seeking purification and rejuvenation. After a day of horseback riding through challenging mountain passes, you can immerse yourself in these soothing waters, admire the panoramic views, and be enveloped by the history and serenity of the place.

This morning, after waking at dawn, we set off on a two-hour ride through the surrounding hills and meadows, enjoying the cool morning air and the soothing rhythm of the horses. Experienced riders will particularly appreciate the more dynamic sections and spectacular panoramas. After this equestrian adventure, we return to our vehicle and travel to Kharkhorin, where we will visit the renowned Erdene Zuu Monastery, a historical and spiritual gem in the heart of the Orkhon Valley. At the end of the day, we continue to Mini-Govi, where you will be welcomed by a camel herding family. Here, you will have the opportunity to meet two camels, get to know them, and participate in traditional activities such as camel riding, fully experiencing nomadic life. A unique experience combining adventure, culture, and a connection with the iconic animals of the steppe.

After breakfast, we depart for Ulaanbaatar. Along the way, you can purchase cashmere and traditional souvenirs. In the evening, you will enjoy a folk music and dance performance before returning to your hotel for a well-deserved rest.

Transfer to the airport for your return flight, taking with you unforgettable memories of Mongolia, its majestic landscapes and the warmth of its people.