Trekking Through Orkhon Valley & Suvarga Khairkhan Mountains

Arrive in Ulaanbaatar and transfer to your hotel. After some rest, enjoy a guided city tour including Gandan Monastery, the spiritual center of Mongolian Buddhism, the National Museum of Mongolia, and Sukhbaatar Square (Chinggis Khaan Square). Visit a traditional folklore concert at 17:00, showcasing Mongolian music, throat singing, and dance. After the performance, enjoy a welcome dinner before returning to your hotel.

Accommodation: 4-star Hotel. Meals: Lunch, dinner

Drive west to Lake Ugii, one of Central Mongolia’s most peaceful natural areas. The journey is mostly on paved road, followed by a short off-road section. The lake is known for its rich birdlife with over 150 species. Spend the afternoon relaxing, birdwatching, or preparing for the upcoming trekking days.

Accommodation: Tourist ger camp. Meals: Full board

Today you begin your trekking journey toward Tsenkher Hot Spring. The route leads through open valleys, rolling steppe, and quiet countryside, gradually entering a forested and mountainous landscape. Enjoy around 3 hours of trekking in this scenic area, allowing you to fully experience the natural beauty of Arkhangai on foot. Upon arrival, relax in the natural hot spring and enjoy the peaceful surroundings after the trek.

Accommodation: Ger camp near Tsenkher Hot Spring. Meals: Full board

Enjoy a full day to rest at Tsenkher Hot Spring. Surrounded by forested hills and fresh mountain air, this is the perfect place to slow down. Spend the day soaking in the hot spring, walking in nature, or simply relaxing before continuing your journey.

Accommodation: Tourist ger camp. Meals: Full board

Over the next few days, trek into the remote mountain landscapes of Suvarga Khairkhan Peak (3,179 m). The route passes through high mountain passes and beautiful larch forests at the foot of this sacred mountain. Vehicles will be left behind, and your luggage will be carried by horses, allowing for a more comfortable trekking experience. This area is truly wild and home to wildlife such as deer, foxes, wolves, and occasionally bears. In the quiet of the forest, you may hear animals at night, and with some luck, spot wildlife during the trek. You will stay in a wild tented camp in the mountains, fully surrounded by nature.

Accommodation: Wilderness tented camp.  Meals: Full board 

Descend toward the Orkhon River (approx. 1,800 m), where the landscape gradually opens into wide pastoral valleys dotted with grazing livestock and traditional gers. The terrain becomes softer and more gentle, offering a relaxed and scenic trekking experience.

As you continue walking through this peaceful region, you will meet local herders and horsemen who still live in close harmony with nature. You will have the opportunity to visit nomadic families, share tea, and experience their daily life in an authentic and unhurried way.

These days offer meaningful cultural moments, from tasting homemade dairy products such as yogurt, cheese, and airag, to simply enjoying conversations and the warm hospitality of Mongolian nomads. The combination of open landscapes and human connection makes this part of the journey especially memorable.

Accommodation: Wilderness tented camp.  Meals: Full board 

Continue trekking through the scenic Orkhon Valley, following the river through open landscapes and volcanic formations. Reach the impressive Orkhon Waterfall (Ulaantsutgalan), a 20-meter-high waterfall dropping into a deep gorge. Enjoy time to explore and take in one of Mongolia’s most iconic natural highlights.

Accommodation: Wilderness tented camp.  Meals: Full board 

Arrive in Kharkhorin, the ancient capital of the Mongol Empire. Visit a local museum to learn about the historical importance of this site and the legacy of the Mongol Empire. Walk to see the famous giant turtle stone, one of the few remaining artifacts from the original city.

Continue to Erdene Zuu Monastery, founded in 1586 on the ruins of the ancient city under the rule of Avtai Sain Khan. The monastery, whose name means “Hundred Treasures,” is one of Mongolia’s most important religious and cultural landmarks. It is surrounded by its iconic 108 stupas, many of which were built using bricks from the remains of the old capital. Despite damage during the 1930s purges, the monastery still preserves valuable Buddhist artworks, religious objects, and traditional elements of Mongolian culture.

Drive to Elsen Tasarkhai, known as the northern edge of the Mongolian desert. Explore the sand dunes where desert, steppe, and mountains meet. Hike to the ruins of Uvgun Temple in the Khogno Khan Mountains and enjoy one of the most scenic and photogenic landscapes of the journey.

Visit a local camel herder family and learn about their daily life in this unique semi-desert region. Optional camel riding is available for those who would like to experience the landscape in a traditional way.

Later, settle into a carefully selected camp, ideally located near the Khogno Khan Mountains or by a small lakeside close to the dunes, offering a peaceful setting surrounded by nature.

Accommodation: Wilderness tented camp.  Meals: Full board 

Drive back to Ulaanbaatar with lunch along the way. After arrival, enjoy some free time for shopping or relaxing at your hotel before gathering for a farewell dinner in the evening.
Accommodation: 4-star hotel. Meals: Full board 

Transfer to Chinggis Khaan International Airport for your departure. Your journey through Central Mongolia comes to an end.
Meals: Breakfast