BOOK THIS TRIPMongolia Cycling Challenge
Trip Valid:
01/01/2008 to 31/12/2008
Duration:
16 days (ex Beijing)
Highlights:
A journey of contrasts from the frenzy of Beijing to the wilderness of Mongolia. Explore Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden city, fly to Mongolia, cycle amongst the nomads and camp at night under the superb stars, see the opening of the Nadaam festival. A journey that will touch you forever.
Trip Code:
MCB
Guarantee:
Departure is guaranteed
Group Size:
Minimum 10, Maximum 25
Price:
Prices from USD $2600
No local payment
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Extras:
view 2008 airport transfers and pre- & post-trip accommodation prices
A real adventure in one of the worlds most remote countries. Join like minded people on this fully supported camping expedition. This is one of the worlds most amazing cycle rides which will connect you to nature in a way you never thought possible. Be prepared for an adventure of a lifetime that will change your perspective on life. Make great friends, serious amounts of fun and be part of an extraordinary team.
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meals included: Most meals included - see itinerary.
transport: Private bus, Russian 4 WD jeep, plane and train
accommodation:
Hotels, Guesthouses and camping
Obviously the standard will vary greatly and we ask for your patience, as at times things do not work the way you are used to at home. We provide 2 man tents and camping mats along with all cooking and eating utensils.
budget: Allow for meals not included.
departs: 16th June - 1st July 2008
important notes:
Next departure: 16th June - 1st July 2008
Register directly with Intrepid Challenges at www.intrepidchallenges.com
Contact Mike Howell, Intrepid cycling specialist:
Tel: 03 9597 0798 / Email: mike@intrepidtravel.com
Day 1 Beijing
Arrive in Beijing and a free afternoon to wonder through Beijing's old hutongs and visit to Tiananmen Square. A group meeting will be arranged by your group leader in the evening followed by a group dinner.
Day 2 Trans Mongolian Express
Watch the world go by on one of the world's great train journeys.
Day 3 Ulaan Bataar
Arriving in Ulaan Baatar, the sprawling capital of Mongolia, where we have a free afternoon to explore the city. Ulaan Baatar is a real mix of old and new: you'll see monks in their robes and nomads in their traditional dress mingling with suit-wearing business people on their way to work. We'll take a visit to the Winter Palace of Bogd Khan, the father of modern Mongolian.
Day 4 Drive to Bayanhongor
Start of our two day 4WD jeep adventure through the Mongolian countryside.
Day 5 Drive to Bayanhongor
We continue this fascinating journey into the heart of the grasslands.
Day 6 Sharguljut Valley
Today is the start of our exciting 370 km Mongolia cycling challenge which will take us across some beautiful parts of this wild and rugged land.
Day 7 Tuy River Valley
We cycle up the Tuy River Valley, tackling its rocky-river beds and camping beside its waters at night.
Day 8 Tuy River valley
Day 10 will see us start with another big climb and a great downhill. With a very rocky section ahead of us we continue along the Tuy River valley untill we reach one of our favourite campsites and the chance for a swim and a few cold beers!
Day 9 Tuy River Valley
Day 11 is a shorter ride, to freshen up the legs, with opportunities to do some walks around the area for the energetic and perhaps a visit a local family. We have a big hill, the steepest of the trip in fact, before a fast ride into a beautiful valley and camp.
Day 10 Tsetserleg
An action packed day today will take us over two hills and through the wild west town of Bulgan
Days 11 & 12 Kharkhorin
Our final days of cycling become much flatter as we head toward our goal at Kharkorin. Cycling by nomads and herds of semi-wild horses we will arrive in Gengis Khan's former capital in the early afternoon on day 12.
Day 13 Ulaan Bataar
A day's drive across the rolling grasslands takes us back to Ulaan Baatar via Mongol Els sand dunes for lunch and is our last chance to soak up the amazing Mongolian countryside.
Day 14 Visit to orphanage
We visit the Lotus Children's centre (orphanage) in the morning and then a free afternoon for shopping.
Day 15 Flight to Beijing
Afternoon flight back to Beijing. After checking into the hotel we head out to explore the city.
Day 16 Departure day.
You are free to depart at anytime today. There is also the option to further your travels in Beijing or throughout China.
To find out when we are conducting this and other Charity Challenges, please contact our Intrepid Challenges team:
Ph: 03 9597 0798
Email: challenges@intrepidtravel.com
Or visit: http://www.intrepidchallenges.com/
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