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GOLDEN EAGLE FESTIVAL

Tour date: 2019 May - August / Duration: 10 days, 9 nights

 Immerse yourself in the amazing scenery, rich culture of specific ethnic Kazakh people in our newly designed tour. The highlight of this tour is definitely the Kazak ethnic group that is famous for its eagle hunting in Mongolia. Through thousands of years, their life is still kept training eagles from their ancestors. Get off the beaten track as you arrive in the west part of Mongolia and meet lots of locals and discover the fascinating Kazakh culture. Have a deep understanding of these special nomads who still live in harmony with nature…Eternal snow-capped mountain, a wilderness of alpine forest, crystal clear lakes and milk colored white river. Enjoy your new adventure whilst experiencing natural abundance and unique history of Nomad lands.

  Tour name

GOLDEN EAGLE FESTIVAL

  Tour date

2019 May-August

  Travel code

AG-YYT0419G

  Duration

10 days, 9 nights

  Tour level

Classic

  Transportation

4x4 drive or minivan

  Tour highlight

  • Have a real insight into local customs and culture of the Kazakh ethnic group
  • Witness the real experience of how hunters train their eagle  
  • Sleep in both comfortable Mongolian and Turkic ger dwelling
  • Enjoy the Visit iconic Terelj National Park
  • Explore the largest statue of Chinggis Khan 

 

 

TOUR PROGRAM

Grand crossing of Mongolia 2019

Day 1.    Terelj National park

Day 2.    Terelj National park

Day 3.    Ulaanbaatar city tour

Day 4.    Flight to Ulgii  

Day 5.    Golden eagle festival

Day 6.    Golden eagle festival

Day 7.    Khustai National Park          

Day 8.     Ulaanbaatar        

Day 9.     Departure

        

 

ACCOMMODATION – Tourist camp

MEAL INCLUDED – /Lunch + Dinner/

DISTANCE – 95 km

TERELJ NATIONAL PARK

 A company guide will meet you upon arrival at the airport after exiting customs and immigration. A short 40-minute ride transfers you to your room with elegant interior and furnishings.  Time to unwind, relax and take a break with a city view! 

  Hit the road to discover Terelj National park just 70 km east of the capital.  This park is a mix of where past and present blend, creating an authentic Mongolian experience.  

  On the way, visit one of the biggest construction projects, the Chinggis khan statue complex. It takes 9th place among the horse statues in the world. 

  Enjoy your very first Ger /dwelling/ accommodation and its cozy retreat. Come and feed your imagination with the sights, sounds and culinary flavors of Terelj. 

 

 

ACCOMMODATION – Tourist camp 

MEAL INCLUDED – /Lunch + Dinner/

DISTANCE – 5 km

TERELJ NATIONAL PARK

 Take a hike to a local meditation temple which is specially recognized as the Center of Meditation and Philosophical studies and get inspired by the teachings of Buddha.

  Enjoy some optional activity adventures such as horseback riding, hiking, trekking, climbing, and golfing.

 

ACCOMMODATION – Hotel 

MEAL INCLUDED – /Breakfast + lunch + Dinner/

DISTANCE – 75 km

 ULAANBAATAR – CITY TOUR

  Head back to the capital city. Continue the tour by visiting the National Historical Museum of Mongolia. Learn about the country’s rich history from the Stone Age to the present. The museum invites you to step into the 13th century Mongol empire, a highlight is a wide array and full collection of traditional clothes.

  A short walk across the street takes us to the heart of the city, Chinggis Khaan main square. Monuments at the square lead you to strikingly beautiful architecture and an abundance of history.

  Enjoy a folklore performance featuring the art of throat singing. This art originated based on the sound of the hills and spirit. Wonder at Morin Khuur expressing the world with two strings, throat singing, and other artistic dance genres.

 

ACCOMMODATION  – Tourist camp 

MEAL INCLUDED – /Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner/

DISTANCE – 22 km

 FLIGHT TO ULGII

  Morning flight to Ulgii, the center of Bayan-Ulgii province. In this province, the Most population is Kazakh ethnic group who have their own language and unique culture. Kazakhs are famous for their Eagle hunting game tradition. Meet our vehicle and the local team. Visit the local museum to know more about Bayan-Ulgii province. Perhaps this evening (or on one of the following days) you will enjoy a Kazakh dinner called 'Beshparmak' (meaning five fingers because one uses five fingers to eat it).

 

 

ACCOMMODATION  – Tourist camp 

MEAL INCLUDED – /Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner/

DISTANCE – 5 km

 GOLDEN EAGLE FESTIVAL

  Be ready to discover the beginning of the well celebrated Golden eagle Festival. Two-day festival shows off the skills of eagle and hunter/trainer. Dressed in full regalia and mounted on groomed and decorated horses, the eagle hunters compete for various awards including 'Best Eagle at Hunting Prey'.

  After colorful parade for best turnout eagle and hunter, other 'manly' sporting activities you'll watch include camel racing, the Uriankhai archery competition. Another highly entertaining Fox skin competition will start today which eagles will chase and catch the fox skin behind their trainer's horse.

  At the end of the festival, In the evening we enjoy having the Kazakh Concert with some traditional songs and music. Stay in your very first night of Kazakh ger and clearly distinguish them from the traditional khalkh dwelling.

ACCOMMODATION  – Tourist camp 

MEAL INCLUDED – /Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner/

DISTANCE – 5 km

 GOLDEN EAGLE FESTIVAL

  Drive to the site for today’s events, which, altogether, play a major role in preserving traditional Kazakh culture. There are very few ethnic people who use eagles for their hunting. How they train there is what makes the festival unique. Being a proficient eagle hunter takes years to achieve – by apprenticing with a master hunter. The ultimate goal is the ability to catch foxes for their pelts which protect against the bitter winters. It is not just training and hunting.  It takes a very strong, fit and well cared for the bird to catch a wild animal of this size.

  Many hunters followed in their father’s footsteps and were taken to the mountains at a young age to begin training. Alongside the eagle hunters, there are opportunities to purchase local handicrafts, Kazakh tents, and other traditional and locally made items.

 

ACCOMMODATION  – Tourist camp 

MEAL INCLUDED – /Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner/

DISTANCE – 100 km

KHUSTAI NATIONAL PARK

  We will fly back to Ulaanbaatar by the domestic airline. Have you ever heard of the Przewalski horse? It is the only wild horse in the world now. What we admire most in them is their difference in physical ability than domestic horses. You’ll visit Khustai National Park, one of the most popular national parks of Mongolia through the rolling steppes which are home of over 350 horses.

  Explore the extraordinary spot, where the Asian wild horses graze, having been reintroduced from Holland in a framework of an international project and other wildlife.

 

ACCOMMODATION  – Hotel 

MEAL INCLUDED – /Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner/

DISTANCE – 100 km

ULAANBAATAR

   Spend some free time shopping at the famous Mongolian cashmere and department shops for delicate cashmere scarves and souvenirs. As the sightseeing comes to an end, you could return to the hotel for an overnight stay.

 

DISTANCE – 22 км

 DEPARTURE

   After a delicious breakfast at the hotel, it would be time to say goodbye the land of nomads and head to the airport, armed with an enriching experience and memories to last a lifetime.

 

 

 

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What is included

  • Help before you go – We will answer all your questions, give you advice. We are gonna make sure you get constant support and make your authentic trip to Mongolia completely stress-free.

    Personal airport pickup service – Our “Agar Discovery” team will be there to greet you in the traditional Mongolian way at Chinggis khan international airport or train station after your long flight and take you to your new accommodation.

    9 days of interesting activities – City Orientation, “Wonders of Mongolian Art” performance with Tumen-Ekh ensemble, Visit of Kazakh family 2 days of golden eagle festival, Visit of Largest Chinggis khan statue, Terelj National park excursion, observation of wildlife of Przewalski horse

    8 nights accommodation – 2 nights of twin room in hotel **** at Ulaanbaatar city, 6 nights in Tourist ger camp in the countryside

    Group leader –English speaking group leader from the moment you step off the plane. Both are awesome tour leader and company driver will support you during the tour.

    Full board meals –  Breakfast + 8, Lunch + 8, Dinner 8

    All entrance fees – Museum, local sights, National parks and protected areas according to the program

    All transport: Air conditioned and comfortable Landcruiser jeep or Mitsubishi Delica 4x4 minivan, 2-way domestic flight from Ulaanbaatar to Bayan-Ulgii and from Bayan-Ulgii to Ulaanbaatar.

    Visa invitation letter – If you need an invitation letter for your visa, we will help you to send

    Heart touching gift – After discovering our land of eternal blue sky, we are happy to present our company cute souvenir.

    Water: 2 bottled water each day

What is not included

 

What is not included                                                                     

International airfare - Our clients are advised to get their international plane ticket or train ticket on their own.

Travel Insurance- Our customers are advised to get travel insurance before traveling to Mongolia.

Single room supplement – Single room supplement is available at 50$ for one night.

Optional excursions - If you are interested more adventure on each day, we will recommend you to possibilities. Prices may vary depending on the customer’s choice. 

Personal equipment - such as snacks, alcoholic drinks, souvenirs, laundry,  tips, and any extras

Excess baggage charges – During the local flight, there will be a total of 15-kilogram free allowance for the luggage.

 

Testimonials

Alex Dobson

I thought the trip was great. Overall it was well. Philosophia comprehensam eam ad. Pro an quem dolores instructior, sed ei verear mediocrem, ad tantas epicurei cum.

Alex Dobson A Taste of China
Jessica Henwick

I thought the trip was great. Overall it was well. Philosophia comprehensam eam ad. Pro an quem dolores instructior, sed ei verear mediocrem, ad tantas epicurei cum. Eu per sutu constituto, ad dicant interpretea utrei.

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Jessica Henwick

I thought the trip was great. Overall it was well. Philosophia comprehensam eam ad. Pro an quem dolores instructior, sed ei verear mediocrem, ad tantas epicurei cum. Eu per sutu constituto, ad dicant interpretea utrei.

Jessica Henwick A Taste of China

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