Golden eagle festival tour

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Golden eagle festival is quite famous celebration in Mongolia. The festival is only hold by Kazakh people living far northern border of Mongolia. Kazakhs are famous for their ability to hunt preys such as wolves, foxes
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Learn unique Mongolian Culture
    • Discover Nomadic lifestyle
    • Spot Wild and Domestic animals
    • Visit and meet real Nomads
    • Feel true silence and wild nature
    • Enjoy fresh and clean air
    • Explore Eagle hunting family

What's this trip about?

    Golden eagle festival is quite famous celebration in Mongolia. The festival is only hold by Kazakh people living far northern border of Mongolia. Kazakhs are famous for their ability to hunt preys such as wolves, foxes

Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - max of 12 people
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityUlaanbaatar
End CityUlaanbaatar

Travel Themes

  • Birding
  • Cultural
  • Education / Learning
  • High Adventure
  • Hiking & Walking
  • Nature & Wildlife
  • Photography

Destinations

  • Asia
  • Mongolia

Attractions

  • Ulaanbaatar

Activities

  • Adventure & Adrenaline
  • Bird watching
  • Culture
  • Educational/ learning
  • Nature
  • Photography
  • Camel Riding

Itinerary

Travel Map
Day 1: Meeting day / Sep 13, 2022 /

Our guide will meet you at airport upon your arrival in Ulaanbaatar city/capital of Mongolia/ and take you to the hotel you stay. Free at leisure for the rest of the day. Prepare yourself; on the most of days of this tour, we'll spend a several hours on the road. Note...

Day 2: Journey to Terelj National park / Sep 14, 2022 /

In the early morning our experienced driver and guide will pick you up from the hotel you stay. Then we will head to Terelj National Park located 75 km on the side, on the way you will explore Ovoo-the pile of sacred stones, according to the local legend, espirit of n...

Day 3: Back to Ulaanbaatar / Sep 15, 2022 /

After lunch in the National park we will drive back to Ulaanbaatar. For the rest of the day, You will have a break at the Hotel.  

Overnight in Hotel      Meals: B, L, D

Day 4: Fly to Bayan-Ulgii / Sep 16, 2022/

Early in the morning drive to Airport and fly to Bayan-Ulgii province for 3 hours. It is located in far western part of Mongolia, 1700 km from Ulaanbaatar city.  Exploring Ulgii town.  

Overnight in Local Hotel                Meals: B,L,D

Day 5: Golden eagle festival opening ceremony. / Sep 17, 2022 /

The golden eagle festival is held annualy in Bayn-Olgii province as organized event. During the Golden Eagle festivel, they celebrate this festival to show their ancester's heritage competing each other with their well-trained eagles that catch small animals, such as ...

Day 6: Second day of "Golden eagle festival" / Sep 18, 2022 /

Enjoy the Golden eagle Festival.  Dark, rocky mountainous terrain forms the backdrop to the festivities which incorporate an opening ceremony, parade, cultural exhibitions, demonstrations and handcrafts in the center of town of Ulgii followed by sporting activities an...

Day 7: Visiting eagle hunting family / Sep 19, 2022 //

With only around 400 traditional eagle hunters left in the world, the custom is precious and unless your father was an eagle hunter, you cannot become one. “They have to endure many hours of horse riding with a 7 to 9kg golden eagle on their arms in extremely cold wea...

Day 8: Fly back to Ulaanbaatar / Sep 20, 2022 /

After breakfast we will drive to local airport and flight to Ulaanbaatar for 2.5 hours. All you have to do is sit back, relax and enjoy time. If we've got time left, you can do the shopping or cultural show. 

Overnight in hotel           Meals: B, L, D

Day 9: Departure / Sep 21, 2022 /

We will take you to the airport. Check your items when you're leaving the hotel. Good luck for your next trip.

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Price From $2,371
Price per day$263
Last Updated: 4/9/2024

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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“Nomadic of Blue Sky” is Mongolian tour operator developed by a team of local Mongolian tour guide, travel manager, experienced driver who have thorough and in depth knowledge about Mongolian culture, climate, hotels and all destinations for tours in Mongolia. We invite you to visit the homeland of the Chinggis Khan / Genghis Khan/, who UNESCO has titled “Man of the millennium” and offer budget, comfort and luxury tour programs covering all highlights of the country's nature and culture, made to fit both short and long stays in Mongolia.

Planning unique custom trips, Luxury accommodations and services, Making travel more economical and budget-friendly, Making family travel fun and easy, Organizing adventure travel, Photo work shops

If you are looking for the best of Mongolia tours, then you at the right place.

We offer different types tours to cater to the traveling needs of the tourists from all over the globe.

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Logistics

Accommodation

,Accommodation is in the traditional Mongolian dwelling, a ger, or in lightweight three-man tents and will be specified in the itinerary. The ger camps provide basic but quite comfortable accommodation. There are basic showers and washing facilities available and hot water is supplied to all Gers. The ger camps provide all bedding, and clients will not be expected to bring their own sleeping bags if they are staying in ger camps. The tents are either 2 or 3 person tents. We will try to provide clients traveling alone with their own tent. A sleeping mat will be provided to each person staying in a tent, but clients are asked to bring their own sleeping bags.

Transportation & Flights

We generally use Russian or Japanese jeeps and trucks because they are most suitable to the terrain and the drivers are most familiar with these vehicles in the case of a break down. For larger groups, we use 4WD buses in the countryside rather than jeeps because we feel it is not only more economical. These buses allow both staff and clients to be all in the same vehicle, which is more comfortable for them and also easier on the environment than taking many smaller vehicles. We also have 4WD trucks that have been converted into kitchens and luggage carrying vehicles. Many of our drivers are full-time working staff and have been trained not only in tourism but also in the routes we take, the camp set up, and, of course, vehicle maintenance. Other drivers, especially on the smaller treks, are contract drivers, who work part-time for the company. These drivers are always experienced, reliable, and very capable in the countryside conditions.,

Transportation & flights

We generally use Russian or Japanese jeeps and trucks because they are most suitable to the terrain and the drivers are most familiar with these vehicles in the case of a break down. For larger groups, we use 4WD buses in the countryside rather than jeeps because we feel it is not only more economical. These buses allow both staff and clients to be all in the same vehicle, which is more comfortable for them and also easier on the environment than taking many smaller vehicles. We also have 4WD trucks that have been converted into kitchens and luggage carrying vehicles. Many of our drivers are full-time working staff and have been trained not only in tourism but also in the routes we take, the camp set up, and, of course, vehicle maintenance. Other drivers, especially on the smaller treks, are contract drivers, who work part-time for the company. These drivers are always experienced, reliable, and very capable in the countryside conditions.
Guides
All groups will be provided with an English-speaking Mongolian guide who is trained and experienced in leading trips in Mongolia. They provide the group with a unique and fascinating insight into their own land and often become lifelong friends with the travelers. The interaction with staff is often the highlight of the trips, and the guide will be there to translate for you with horsemen and drivers. It is a great way to get to know the real Mongolia.
Cancellation policy

Cancellations

If you booked a stay and needed to cancel it, you must notify it by emailing us as soon as possible. There will be service charge of US$100 per person on cancellations received at least sixty days prior to the booked tour departure. We set up the possible repayment by bank transfer, in the eight days of our receipt of the customer’s bank information. You will bear the possible transfer fees.

If you cancel your booking after you have paid in full the following cancellation charges will be made:

  • for cancellation up to 30 days before travel 20% of the price
  • for cancellations 29-22 days prior to departure 30% of the price
  • for cancellations 21-15 days prior to departure 40% of the price
  • for cancellations 14-08 days prior to departure 80% of the price
  • for cancellation of 7 days to the day of departure 100% of the price

these dates refer to the date we receive written notification of your cancellation. We strongly recommend you protect yourself by purchasing travel insurance. We have very rarely had to cancel a tour but reserve the right to do so for any reason. If the tour is cancelled by us, all payments will be returned in full.

Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance alongside your travel package to safeguard against unforeseen circumstances such as medical expenses, trip cancellations, and other contingencies. It offers you peace of mind and ensures you are prepared for unexpected events that may occur before or during your journey
Visa requirements
Visa requirements vary depending on your country of origin and your country of destination. It is your responsibility to familiarize yourself with the relevant requirements. For a handy tool that can help you quickly find the requirements, please visit this link .
Meals Included

The food on camping trips is from the best produce available, and the menus are possibly the most varied you will find in Mongolia. Mongolia is mostly a non-vegetarian country, but we can cater to vegetarians upon request. However, we require as much early notice as possible.

Our cooks are all Mongolian and they have a wealth of experience in catering for the western traveler. You will also eat some Mongolian food on trips. We try to buy as much produce as possible from local people, though there is not a lot of variety. Alcohol is not provided on the treks, but clients are free to bring their own.

On trips staying in ger camps, food is provided by the camp. Again, the cooks are Mongolian but the food tends to be a little less varied with a strong emphasis on meat, rice, pasta, and potatoes. Vegetarians can be accommodated but will probably end up eating a lot of eggs.

Age Requirements
No age restrictions
Optional Activities

There is a great variety of night time entertainment in Ulaanbaatar. There are a number of concerts and cultural performances, from opera to traditional Mongolian throat singing performances that can be seen at the Opera Theater or the Drama Theater.

Recently, several new bars, some with outdoor seating, have opened in the center of town. For night club fans, a number of new venues have opened recently playing a mixture of Western and Mongolian modern music. Dining out is becoming a good option with a variety of international restaurants offered.

Additional Information

The traveler is required:

  • To have valid travel documents (identity documents). The cost of loss or theft of personal documents is covered by a passenger. Associate or representative of the organizer will assist the traveller in the above situation, provided that the travel programme goes unhindered.
  • To bring special requests and any medical issues or conditions to our attention at the time of booking.
  • To respect the customs and currency regulations of the Mongolian law, as well as regions of stay during the trip
  • To abide by the authority of the tour guide who will be working to ensure the safety and welfare of the group
  • To make sure that smoking is not permitted in any vehicle.
  • To follow the instructions and cooperate with tourist associate and / or a representative of travel
  • To present a document on paid arrangement (voucher) at departure on travel to associate or representative of the organizers at the time of departure; this paragraph applies only to organized group travel. In the case of non-compliance with some of these obligations, the traveller is responsible to the tour operator for damages.

What is to do while I am in Mongolia?

  •  keep your hat on when entering a ger, if you are wearing one, but lift it as a sign of greeting
  •  receive things with the right hand or both hands and ensure that your sleeves are rolled down
  •  ensure you remove your gloves when shaking hands, if you are wearing them
  •  walk inside the ger in a clockwise direction
  •  receive food, a gift, or anything similar from a Mongolian with both hands or with the right hand supported at the wrist or elbow
  •  take at least a sip or nibble of the delicacies offered
  •  pick up things with an open hand, with your palm facing upwards

What is do not things while I am in Mongolia?

  •  let a post or fence come between you if you are walking with Mongolians
  •  whistle inside a ger or house belonging to a Mongolian
  •  let your feet point in the direction of the altar (which will be on the north side, opposite the door) when sitting in a ger
  •  let people walk over your outstretched legs
  •  tread on the threshold of the ger when you walk over it
  •  lean against a support column, furniture, or wall of a ger
  •  stamp out a fire or put water or any rubbish on it; fire is sacred
  •  walk in front of an older person
  •  turn your back to the altar and religious objects at the back of the ger
  •  touch other people’s hats
  •  have long conversations in your own language in front of hosts who don’t understand
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