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Mongolias Twin Peaks
A A unique trek through the little-visited alpine scenery of remote western Mongolia
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20 days from £0 (minimum 7 passengers)
Destination: Mongolia  China

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Mongolias Twin Peaks A unique trek through the little-visited alpine scenery of remote western Mongolia
In a far-flung corner of Mongolia lie the magnificent twin peaks of Mt. Kharkhiraa (4037m) and Mt. Turgen (3978m). On this trek we walk through the Kharkhiraa Valley, past herds of shaggy yaks, wandering camels and wild horses grazing on the lush alpine meadows. Supported by a team of Bactrian camels, we explore the area between the snow capped Mt. Turgen and the soaring ice-cliffs of Mt. Kharkhiraa, including some optional scrambles up the ridgelines to the glaciers. Crossing a broad plateau we enjoy distant views of Mongolia's highest peaks in the Altai Tavan Bogd, and trek through the stunning Yamaatiin (Goat) Valley. Wild and remote, this region is untouched by domestic animals and is a renowned habitat for the elusive and beautiful snow leopard. We complete our trip with a well deserved rest near the clear, fresh waters of Lake Uureg.

Trip Profile:
10 days trekking with full porterage; altitude maximum 3147m, average 2750m. Grade C.

Group & Staff:
Min. 7, max. 14, plus leader and appropriate local staff.

Accommodation:
12 nights camping, 2 nights hotels.

Food:
Full board on trek, 1 dinner in Ulaanbaatar, breakfast only in Beijing.
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Day 1
Depart London.
Day 2
Arrive Beijing.
Day 3
Day trip to visit the Great Wall.
Day 4
Fly to Ulaanbaatar.
Day 5
Fly to Ulaangom in the west; afternoon visit to the museum and National Parks Centre.
Day 6
Trek up Kharkhiraa Valley past Turkic gravestones, cross Turgen River and on to the source of the Kharkhiraa River.
Day 7
As above
Day 8
As above
Day 9
Rest day and the chance to explore the surrounding valleys and peaks.
Day 10
Cross the alpine plateau past Blue Lake.
Day 11
Over the Yamaatiin Pass (3147m) into Yamaatiin River Valley.
Day 12
Rest day or day hike searching for ibex.
Day 13
Trek in the isolated Yamaatiin River Valley, a snow leopard habitat.
Day 14
Trek to the mouth of the Yamaatiin Valley then transfer to the Lake Uureg.
Day 15
Free day at Lake Uureg.
Day 16
Free morning; afternoon drive to Ulaangom.
Day 17
Morning visit to Lake Uvs, fly to Ulaanbaatar.
Day 18
Fly to Beijing.
Day 19
Free day in Beijing.
Day 20
Depart Beijing; London.

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FLIGHT INCLUSIVE PRICE

Optional single supplement £170
Insurance £88

WHAT THE PRICE INCLUDES
In all the items below, “included” means either in the price or in a specified “local payment”.

Flights
The prices include flights from a UK airport to the destination airport and back, UK departure tax, all necessary domestic flights on the trip itinerary and all airport transfers. If you do not need our group flights, please ask for the “land only” prices. If you book at the “land only” price, international flights and related airport transfers are not included, but domestic flights generally are, except where tickets for these have to be issued in conjunction with your international ticket.

Accommodation
This is included in the price. If you’re camping, we provide sturdy two-person tents and all necessary communal camping and cooking gear, so you will just need to bring a sleeping bag and, on most trips, a sleeping mat.

Single rooms or tents
Our prices are based on twin share accommodation. If you book your own (many people do), we arrange for you to share with a person of the same sex. We do not charge a single supplement except on extensions. Where it is operationally possible to do so, we offer an optional single supplement in the price list. On some trips it is not possible to do so, we offer an optional single supplement in the price list. On some trips it is not possible to guarantee single accommodation for the whole tour; where this is the case further information and prices can be found in the Trip Notes. If you would like a single room or tent on a particular holiday you should contact the office for details. Where we are unable to guarantee single accommodation you may be able to arrange and pay for it locally. If you are a smoker we ask you not to smoke in your room or tent if sharing. Please note on certain trips single accommodation is not available due to local operational conditions.

Food
Meal plans vary according to area and circumstances: for every trip, details of what is included are shown in the Food section of each trip, and in the Trip Notes.

Transport
All necessary transport during the trip is included, whether private or public.

Sightseeing
Included wherever it is part of the itinerary (as stated in the Trip Notes). There are usually optional trips too.

Staff
On all trips we provide a leader or local representative, assisted by local guides, drivers and any other staff as appropriate. Leaders usually meet the group locally.

Permits, taxes, and entrance fees
We include in the cost of the holiday or in the stated local payment all necessary local permits, taxes, and entrance fees to National Parks or sites that are part of the itinerary, except for the Kilimajaro Government Tax, Mustang and Galapagos taxes.

NOT INCLUDED
Any meals and other food not included in the meal plan, visas, vaccinations, travel insurance, foreign airport taxes where not included in the price of the ticket, sleeping bags and other personal equipment, sleeping mats on most camping trips, entrance to historical sites if not specified in the Trip Notes, extra optional excursions and any personal expenditure such as laundry, drinks and tips.

This holiday is operated by Exodus Travels Ltd. ATOL 2582.
 

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