3 Day Karakorum and Elsen Tasarkhai tour

Leave Ulaanbaatar and explore one part of the Central Mongolia on this 3-day trip –Learn about the symbolic ruins of the 13th century capital of the Mongol Empire, largest and the historically most significant religious and cultural center – Erdenezuu Monastery

 

Day 1. Visit the site of Ancient capital
After meet in Ulaanbaatar drive to Karakorum, the symbolic ruins of the 13th century capital of the Mongol Empire. Visit Erdene-Zuu, the oldest monastery, with 108 stupas, built in 1586. Then visit Karakorum museum and see the Great Mongol state period, Stone Age, Bronze Age, Ancient state period halls. Overnight in tourist camp by Orkhon River. (L+D)

Day 2. Visit Elsen tasarkhai and camel ride trial
In the morning, drive to Elsen tasarkhai - Gobi type area with huge sand dunes. After lunch in tourist camp, there is an opportunity for a camel ride trial through the sand dunes. In the evening, we will play traditional games and stay overnight in a tourist camp. (B+L+D)

Day 3. Drive back to Ulaanbaatar
After breakfast, drive back to Ulaanbaatar and finish the trip. (B)