Khangai Mountain Mountain Bike Tour

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Region
Khangai Mountains
Duration
14 days
Guided Status
Guided
Difficulty
Hard
D-Score™
N/A - Unknown

Overview

The Khangai Mountain Traverse is a private, guided mountain bike tour in Mongolia, offering beautiful views of diverse landscapes and the lifestyles of Mongolian people, including nomads and locals in small villages. Days are split between driving and cycling, with support provided due to Mongolia's vast territory and weak infrastructure. The tour traverses various terrains including high mountain passes and river crossings, with a support team ensuring cyclists are cared for. There's an option to use a vehicle if needed. The tour starts with arrival in Ulaanbaatar, offering an optional city tour including Gandantegchinlen Monastery and Bogd Khan's Winter & Summer Palace. The journey then proceeds to Arvaikheer, a town known for traditional crafts and cashmere goat herding. The itinerary includes cycling through the rugged Khangai Mountains, with opportunities to visit hot springs, monasteries, and historical sites like Karakorum. Accommodation is a mix of hotels and camps. Hotels are 2 and 3-star with modern conveniences, while camps provide basic supplies and camping gear. The tour can be customized, and prices vary based on group size, room types, customizations, and travel dates. The best time to travel is July-September for favorable weather conditions.

Daily Ride Schedule

Day 1: Arrival at Ulaanbaan and an Optional City Tour

Arrival at Ulaanbaan and an Optional City Tour

Day 2: Drive to the Beautiful Arvaikheer

Drive to the Beautiful Arvaikheer

Day 3: Drive and Bike to Shargaljuut Hot Spring

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Drive and Bike to Shargaljuut Hot Spring

Day 4: Cycle to Khoh Gol River passing by Nam Dorolj Pass

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Cycle to Khoh Gol River passing by Nam Dorolj Pass

Day 5: Cycle to Tongorogyn Pass passing by Suugiin Pass

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Cycle to Tongorogyn Pass passing by Suugiin Pass

Day 6: Cycling to Ultiin Pass

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Cycling to Ultiin Pass

Day 7: Cycle to the Relaxing Tsenher Hot Spring

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Cycle to the Relaxing Tsenher Hot Spring

Day 8: Cycling Expedition to Tsagaan Sum

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Cycling Expedition to Tsagaan Sum

Day 9: Travel to Tovkhon Monastery Cycle to Orkhon Waterfall

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Travel to Tovkhon Monastery Cycle to Orkhon Waterfall

Day 10: Rest Day at Waterfall

Rest Day at Waterfall

Day 11: Cycle to Khujirt Village and Drive to Karakorum

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Cycle to Khujirt Village and Drive to Karakorum

Day 12: Visit to Erdene zuu Monastery and Karakorum Archaeological Museum

Visit to Erdene zuu Monastery and Karakorum Archaeological Museum

Day 13: Drive Back to Ulaanbaatar

Drive Back to Ulaanbaatar

Day 14: Departure

Departure

Accommodation & Services

Accommodation

Hotel, Camping

What's Included

Catering services
Accommodation arrangements
Bike rental
Support vehicle following all rides

About the Khangai Mountains

A dedicated guide for this region is not available yet.