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Khuvsgul lake is known as an Asian Switzerland and the Asian blue pearl. It is situated 1645 m above the sea level and is 136 km long and 262 m in depth. It is the second most voluminous freshwater lake in Asia, and holds almost 70% of Mongolia's fresh water and 0.4% of all the fresh water in the world. |
Day 1 Bulgan Province
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With a population of 13,000 at an elevation of 1208 m, a small aimag capital, the city of Bulgan has long been known to foreigners as an overnight stop midway between Ulaanbaatar and the ever-popular Khovsgol Nuur. If you have been traveling in central or southern Mongolia, Bulgan city may impress you with its conifers, log cabins and absence of gers. |
Day 2 and 3 Khuvsgul Lake
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Khuvsgul is a land of thick forests, rushing rivers, sparkling lakes and rugged mountains. It’s Mongolia’s most beautiful province and seemingly every river bend or lake cove offers new and wonderful surprises. |
Day 4 Zuun Nuur
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Zuun Nuur, also spelled as Zun Nuur or Tsagaan Nuur, is a beautiful freshwater lake located in the Arkhangai Province of central Mongolia. It is part of the Khangai Nuruu National Park, a protected area known for its stunning landscapes, diverse wildlife, and nomadic culture. |
Day 5 Terkh White Lake
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Terkh White lake is located 648 km from Ulaanbaatar city in Arkhangai province. Fresh water and volcanogenic Terkh White lake is 16 km long and it runs from the west to the east, and 6km wide from north to south. This lake was created as a result of a 4050 cm thick basaltic blockage of Terkhiin River, following the eruption of Khorhiintogoo and some other volcanoes. |
Day 6 Tsenkher Hot Spring
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Tsenkher Hot Spring is a popular natural hot spring located in the Arkhangai Province of central Mongolia. Renowned for its mineral-rich waters and therapeutic properties, Tsenkher Hot Spring is a favorite destination for locals and tourists seeking relaxation and rejuvenation amidst the stunning Mongolian landscape. |
Day 7 Mini Gobi
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Elsentasarkhai is a part of the Mongol Els sand dunes, which stretch from the Tuv, Uvurkhangai, and Bulgan provinces all the way to the west to become part of the Khugnu Khan mountain range. The sand dunes are 80 km long in total. |
Day 8 Back to Ulaanbaatar
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Ulaanbaatar is the capital of Mongolia. It’s in the Tuul River valley, bordering the Bogd Khaan Uul National Park. |