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Day 01 Ulaanbaatar
Arrive in Ulaanbaatar. Transfer to your hotel. Tour briefing, followed by dinner and entertainment.

Day 02 To Jalman Meadows
A.M. Visit the Gandan Lamasery, center for the Buddhist revival in Mongolia, possibly in time for the day's prayers. The Mongols follow the Tibetan version of Lamaism, the Dalai Lama being the supreme theocratical leader. We then drive out of the city, watch as gradually the Mongolian landscape unfolds before our eyes. By the time we come to the Hadan Hoshuu steppes valley, there are no traces of the so-called civilization any more. Another world of pastoralist nomads with their horses, gers and livestock are making use of this summer pasture. We continue across Zamtiin Davaa, a forested ridge, and into the Upper Tuul River Valley until Jalman Meadows. Stay overnight in the ger camp.

Day 03 Jalman Meadows
Today is our trial riding day, befriending our horses for the many days in the saddle to come. We will tack up and ride in a big loop away from the caravan, across hilly terrain with occasional patches of birch forest with the meandering Tuul River running down the middle.

Day 04-05 Zuunbayan Valley
Today we will meet our entire crew of local herdsmen and our cook. The day before, our entire camp of gers (yurts) was loaded on the yak carts, and now our luggage is loaded just before breakfast. Our support structure is completely free from vehicles. All our provisions, camping equipment, luggage will be carried on the yak carts. Our caravan will make its way through the interior parts of Gorkhi Terelj National Park, while we cross the Tuul River. Most trees are larch, however, some of the ridges have large patches of pine trees. The rare Black-billed Capercaillie sometimes can be seen, but the Black Grouse is much more common. Our ger camp will be built next to the Zuunbayan River, a tributary of the Tuul River. Each ger will have a stove and strong cot with full, warm bedding. We spend two nights at this camp. On the full day ride we will venture up towards the treeline of the Hentii Mountains,  allowing us spectacular scenery and 360  degree views.

Day 06-07: Baruunbayan Valley
In the morning the entire camp is packed and again loaded to the yak carts. We will ride and make  our way across the forested ridge and into the next valley, the Baruunbayan. Riders will separate  from the caravan again and ride a more scenic route. We will make a full day ride excursion from our new base camp at Baruunbayan River, to Gunjin Sum, a temple ruin hidden in the forest.

Day 08-09: Tuul River
The last time to pack up and load our caravan again. We will now ride along with the yak carts downstream along the tiny Baruunbayan until we come to the large meadows by the Tuul River. Again we cross the Tuul River with the horses while our caravan heads straight for Bosog Meadows, which will be our last night's stop. Our full day ride will be a scenic loop out of Bosog that will bring us to the valleys and ridges on the southern side of Tuul River.

Day 10: To Ulaanbaatar
A.M. Return to Ulaanbaatar and check into the hotel. See the capital city on your own. Distances are short. The local guide is standing by to assist you for your points of interest.

Day 11: Departure
Transfer out to your next destination.

Transport: Mongolian families frequently move from one pasture to the other using traditional wooden carts. These are tied to the animals available in the region. Here we will use yaks, or rather yak-cow crossbreeds here called hainag. The services of some herdsmen will be hired by the expedition, and they will provide us with their animals.

Staff: A local guide who speaks English and Mongolian will accompany the group at all times. A cook will follow. In addition, the services of several local herdsmen will be hired along with their animals. The horsemen follow a traditional lifestyle in the areas where we will be riding.

Dress is very informal but Mongolian sensibilities dictate a degree of modesty in the cut of the clothing worn.  Hotel laundry services are available but you will need to bring two or three changes of clothing for the camping portion of the trip.  This basic list will be adequate for the demands of our trips.  While in Mongolia we will have weather in the 60's and 70's during the day, but nights will be cold.  If you are passing through Beijing on the way to or from Mongolia, be aware that Beijing is hot and humid.

Useful items:
Small binoculars, travel alarm clock, earplugs, journal and pen, pocket knife (put in checked luggage, not allowed as carry‑on), lightweight snacks like granola bars, fruit bark, jerky, trail mix, nuts, tea bags that you can't start the day without, vitamins, water purification tablets, Mongolian phrasebook.
Our support structure is free from vehicles. All our provisions, camping equipment, luggage will be loaded on to yak carts. Even a ger (yurt) will be brought, and we will learn how to use it. 

Overnight Stays: All overnights are in hotels (2n.)and in shared double gers (8n), which include camping equipment and all local transport. The ger camp is moved to a new location - by yak cart caravan - every two days. Meaning you will be able to stay in the basic comforts of a bed (sturdy cot) with full linens, and a ger heated by a stove.

Meals: Our cook will prepare the meals. We pride ourselves in having cooks adapt to both western and Mongolian cooking on our trips. We have no problem accommodating vegetarians on this trail! For breakfast we can usually buy fresh yogurt from the herdsmen in the local area.

This trip includes and can accommodate special dietary requests.

Passports
Passport valid for at least six months required by all nationals referred to in the chart.
Visas
Required by all nationals referred to in the chart above except:
1. nationals of the USA, if entering the country as a tourist, for stays of up to 90 days.
Visa Note
(a) All foreign nationals staying in Mongolia for longer than 30 days are required to register with the police within 10 days of arrival. (b) Nationals entering Mongolia for stays up to 30 days should apply for an Entry and Exit visa; for stays over 90 days nationals should apply for an Entry visa. (c) Nationals transiting via trains can apply for a single-, double- or multiple-entry Transit visa.
Types of Visa and Cost
Entry and Exit visa: £40 (single-entry, 30 days); £55 (double-entry, 30 days per visit). Entry visa: £35 (single-entry, 90 days). Transit visa: £35 (single-entry); £40 (double-entry); £45 (multiple-entry).
Validity
Visas are valid for three months from date of issue.
Applications to:
Consulate (or consular section at embassy); see Contact Addresses. If travelling on an organised tour, visas can be obtained through tourism companies or travel agencies. A group visa in the name of the tour leader is valid for all tourists on the list attached, provided relevant details (nationality, sex, date of birth, passport numbers, and dates of issue and expiry) are given at the time of application.
Working Days Required
Two to five. An express service is available which costs an additional £20.