Arrival & City Tour
Arrive in Ulaanbaatar and transfer to your hotel. After some rest, enjoy a half-day city tour including Gandan Monastery, Sukhbaatar Square, and the National Museum of Mongolia. In the evening, enjoy traditional Mongolian cuisine followed by a performance by the Tumen Ekh Ensemble.

Terelj National Park & Tsonjin Boldog
Travel to Gorkhi–Terelj National Park and visit Turtle Rock and Aryabal Meditation Temple. Continue to Tsonjin Boldog to explore the Chinggis Khaan Statue Complex. In the afternoon, prepare bicycles, install personal seats and pedals, and pack riding gear. Early dinner, then transfer to the train station for the overnight train to Erdenet.

Stage 1 – Erdenet to Bulgan Valley (70 km)
Arrive in Erdenet in the morning. After breakfast at the train station and meeting the support crew, we begin cycling directly from town. Ride through open valleys and rolling countryside, then tackle a forested mountain pass after lunch. Continue to Bulgan Valley and set up camp.

Stage 2 – Bulgan Valley to Uran Togoo Volcano (65 km)
Cycle a mixed route with around 50 km of paved road followed by a steady mountain ascent. The day ends at Uran Togoo, an extinct volcano surrounded by open steppe. Camp near the volcano in a quiet, scenic setting.

Stage 3 – Uran Togoo to Khairkhan Town (65 km)
Leave the volcanic landscape behind and ride through open steppe and gently rolling terrain toward Khairkhan town. The route follows quiet rural roads with wide valleys and distant mountain views. Overnight tent near Khairkhan.

Stage 4 – Khairkhan to Khar Khul Khaany Balgas (65 km)
Ride through lightly populated countryside toward the ruins of Khar Khul Khaany Balgas near Erdenemandal. The land opens into broad grasslands with long, steady riding and occasional gentle climbs. Camp between the historical site and Ikh Nuur (Great Lake).

Stage 5 – Khar Khul Khaany Balgas to Upper Khanui River (65 km)
Today focuses on exploring archaeological sites. After visiting the ruins of Khar Khul Khaany Balgas, continue riding into greener landscapes along the Upper Khanui River. Expect fertile valleys, grazing livestock, and nomadic camps scattered along the riverbanks. Visit a local nomad family before setting up a riverside camp.

Stage 6 – Upper Khanui River to North Tamir River (70 km)
A longer riding day through river valleys and open steppe, with about two-thirds of the route on paved roads. Camp near the North Tamir River, surrounded by classic central Mongolian scenery.

Stage 7 – North Tamir River to South Tamir River (40 km)
A shorter, relaxed riding day following the Tamir River. Highlights include visiting Taikhar Rock, optional horseback or yak riding, crossing Tsagaan Davaa mountain pass, and passing through Tsetserleg town for shopping. Overnight camp by the South Tamir River.

Stage 8 – South Tamir River to Tsenkher Hot Springs (25 km)
An easy ride to Tsenkher Hot Springs. Spend the afternoon soaking in natural hot pools and relaxing after several days of cycling. Overnight in a ger camp near the springs.

Stage 9 – Tsenkher Hot Springs to Bor Shad Spring (32 km)
Ride through open steppe, river crossings, and rolling hills with lakes and wide hilltop views. Camp near Bor Shad Spring.

Stage 10 – Ordu-Baliq (Khar Balgas) to Kharkhorin (50 km)
After breakfast, transfer by support vehicle for about 40 km on paved road. Continue cycling into the Orkhon Valley and visit the ruins of Ordu-Baliq, the ancient capital of the Uyghur Empire. Finish the ride in Kharkhorin, former capital of the Mongol Empire.

Kharkhorin Exploration
Spend the day exploring Kharkhorin. Visit Erdene Zuu Monastery, local museums, and walk through the historic town. Overnight in a ger camp.

Return to Ulaanbaatar
Drive back to Ulaanbaatar via Elsen Tasarkhai sand dunes. Optional camel ride for photos. Overnight at Bayangol Hotel.

Departure
Transfer to the airport for your flight home.