Mongolian Panorama

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A wonderful experience in Western Mongolia. So well supported by a great team of people. Our guide Chimge was beautiful, as were the cooks and drivers who worked so hard to ensure we were well looked after. We appreciated having the camels and horses carry our gear on the treks on the more difficult parts of the terrain and in case of injury or illness. I came away with so many photos from the Western Panorama trip. The tents provided were good and the felt sleeping pads helped make it a comfortable night's sleep. We had ample food despite being in remote locations.

Anonymous | Traveled in August

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18 daysDuration

Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants

16 peopleMaximum group size

18 - 99 yearsAge range for participants

EnglishGuide language

Moderate

Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.

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Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

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Highlights

Trek through two distinct mountain regions: Turgen and Altai Tavan Bogd

Explore Uvs and Bayan-Olgii provinces, rich in minority culture and wildlife

Expert Mongolian trek crew with pack camels and full camping support

Cultural depth with visits to local herder families and minority communities

Seamless logistics with internal flights, private vehicles and full gear transport

Welcoming concert and cultural immersion in Ulaanbaatar

Experience the Naadam Festival - horse racing, wrestling and archery framed by wide skies and colourful dress (July departure only)

Welcoming concert and cultural immersion in Ulaanbaatar

Experience the Naadam Festival - horse racing, wrestling and archery framed by wide skies and colourful dress (July departure only)

Itinerary

Picture yourself trekking through Mongolia’s remote west, where glaciers, vast steppe, and nomadic cultures converge. The Mongolian Panorama tour invites seasoned adventurers and mature travelers to experience an 18-day hiking journey unlike any other. Begin in Ulaanbaatar before flying to the wilds of western Mongolia, where you’ll trek to the Turgen Mountains’ icy glaciers and traverse the dramatic Altai Tavan Bogd National Park. Highlights include visits with local herders, learning Kazakh hunting traditions, and witnessing Tuvan throat-singing. For the July departure, enjoy the spectacle of the Naadam festival, with its lively horse racing and archery. The standout aspect of this tour package is the chance to immerse yourself in both Mongolia’s raw nature and its living cultural heritage—creating an unforgettable adventure for those eager to go beyond the ordinary.

day 1Arrive in Ulaanbaatar

After arriving at Ulaanbaatar Airport, we will transfer to our hotel. In the afternoon, we will explore the capital city, starting with Sukhbaatar Square, named after the revolutionary hero, Damdiny Sukhbaatar, who declared independence from China in 1921. Another important landmark on our orientation tour is the State Department Store, also known as the "Great Shop" in Mongolian. Please time your arrival to be in the city by lunchtime as typically we will meet at 2pm for the tour. We will return to the hotel in the late afternoon for some relaxation before a welcoming concert of traditional Mongolian music, followed by dinner and a briefing from your guide.
Overnight: Bayangol Hotel or similar

Meals

Dinner

day 2Fly to Ulaagom, drive to Khukh Lake

day 3Khukh Lake

day 4-5Turgen Mountain Trek (12-15km, 7.5-9.3mi each day)

day 6Urd Turgen Valley – Hike to Turgen Mountain Glacier (15–17km / 9–10.5mi)

day 7Drive from Turgen Mountain to Uureg lake

day 8Rest day at Uureg Lake

day 9Drive Uureg Nuur Lake to Olgii

day 10-11Drive Olgii to Altai Tavan Bogd National Park

day 12Trek the over the pass to Tsagaan Us Valley (20km, 12.4mi)

day 13-14Trek Tsagaan Us Valley (13–15km / 8–9.3mi and 5–7km / 3.1–4.3mi)

day 15Rest day at Khoton Lake

day 16Drive Khoton Lake to Olgii

day 17Fly to Ulaanbaatar

day 18Trip concludes in Ulaanbaatar

What's Included

Meals

17 breakfasts, 16 lunches and 17 dinners

Guide

Expert bilingual guide

Others

Flights Ulaanbaatar/Khovd and Ulgii to Ulaanbaatar valued at US$750Camel/porter support during trekAirport transfers on day 1 & day 18Comfortable well located hotels and hostelsFully supported camping during trekPrivate vehiclesSightseeing as listed in itinerarySite entry feesOn the Naadam festival itinerary, we'll trek for 5 days to fully experience the festival.

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