EAGLE HUNTERS AND THE GOLDEN EAGLE FESTIVAL 15 DAYS / 14 NIGHTS TOUR ITINERARY DESCRIPTION

Bayan Ulgii is home to the Kazakhs, a Muslim tribe that has preserved the ancient tradition of eagle hunting to this day. In addition to this rich cultural heritage, the region boasts the stunning Altai Mountain Range, with its breathtaking landscapes. The Kazakhs continue to practice the age-old tradition of hunting with golden eagles. Skilled hunters capture these magnificent birds of prey from their nests at a young age, training them throughout the summer months. As winter approaches, the birds are deliberately starved to prepare them for the hunt. These majestic creatures are used for hunting until they reach approximately 15 years of age, at which point they are released back into the wild.

The Eagle Festival is an annual celebration held in Bayan-Ulgii province, Mongolia. During this event, Kazakh eagle hunters honor their heritage and compete in catching small animals, such as foxes and hares, with their specially trained golden eagles. The festival showcases both the hunting skills of the birds and the expertise of their trainers. Awards are given for speed, agility, and accuracy, as well as for the best traditional Kazakh attire and other categories.

In 2018, the Eagle Festival will take place from October 6-8. The festivities occur against a dramatic backdrop of dark, rocky mountains and include an opening ceremony, parade, cultural exhibitions, demonstrations, and handcrafted goods in the town center of Ulgii. Following these, sporting activities and competitions will take place a short distance out in the mountains. Participants, dressed in full eagle hunting regalia and mounted on beautifully adorned horses, will compete for awards such as Best Turned Out Eagle and Owner, Best Eagle at Hunting Prey, and Best Eagle at Locating Its Owner from a Distance. Other exciting activities will include horse racing, archery, and the thrilling Bushkashi—a tug of war with goatskin while on horseback. VIKTOR BOLD TOUR will be present at this event, providing its own camp equipped with showers, toilets, and a chef to ensure excellent meals for our guests. We prioritize finding the best viewing spots for our tourists, and VIKTOR BOLD TOUR has arrangements in place to ensure you enjoy a fantastic experience.

DESTINATIONS / ITINERARY:

- **Day 1:** Arrival in Ulaanbaatar city
- **Day 2:** Karakorum, Erdene-Zuu Monastery
- **Day 3:** Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake, Khorgo Volcano National Park
- **Day 4:** Tosontsengel village, Khojuul River camp
- **Day 5:** Khyargas Lake
- **Day 6:** Uureg Lake
- **Days 7-11:** Bayan-Ulgii, VIKTOR BOLD TOUR Eagle Hunters Camp
- **Days 12-13:** The Golden Eagle Festival
- **Day 14:** Flight back to Ulaanbaatar city
- **Day 15:** Departure

HIGHLIGHTS:

- Golden Eagle Festival
- Kazakh Culture
- Eagle Hunting
- The Altai Mountains
- Uureg Lake, Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake, Khyargas Lake
- Ancient Petroglyphs
- Khorgo Extinct Volcano
- Khalkh, Durvud, Zakhchin, Kazakh tribes
- Nomadic Lifestyles & Hospitality

PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDES:

- All modes of accommodation
- All breakfasts, lunches, and dinners
- Private all-terrain vehicle + driver, including fuel
- Local guide proficient in English
- Local flight ticket fees
- All staff costs, including fees, insurance, and equipment
- All governmental and local taxes

EXCLUDED COSTS:

- Personal travel insurance
- Emergency rescue flight cost
- Alcoholic beverages for personal use
- Tips and gifts for local people, as well as guides and drivers

KHUVSGUL LAKE & TSAATAN TRIBE TOUR 15 DAYS/16 NIGHTS 

                                   TOUR ITINERARY

The Tsaatan are a community of nomadic reindeer herders from Tuva in Siberia, historically residing in the border region between Russia and Mongolia. Ethnically, they identify as Dukha and Uighar; however, their reindeer herding lifestyle has earned them the Mongolian name Tsaatan, which translates to "people with reindeer." For millennia, the Tsaatan have relied on domesticated reindeer for nearly all their essential needs, including milk for sustenance, skins for clothing, and antlers for tools. They supplement their diet with wild game, nuts, berries, and the flora of the taiga. Reindeer also serve as riding and pack animals in the rugged landscape they inhabit. Domesticated thousands of years ago, reindeer are integral to the community's spiritual, socio-economic, and linguistic traditions.
Viktor Bold's tour offers an immersive experience in northern Mongolia, the homeland of the Tsaatan and the shamans of the forest. Over four days, you will live with a Tsaatan family, gaining firsthand insight into their daily lives and nomadic culture.

DESTINATIONS / ITINERARY:

Day 1: Arrival in Ulaanbaatar
Day 2: Amarbayasgalant Monastery
Day 3: Uran-Togoo Tulga Uul Volcano
Day 4-5: Khuvsgul Lake
Day 6-9: VIKTOR BOLD TOUR at Tsaatan Camp, Tsagaan Nuur village
Day 10: Murun town
Day 11: Jargalant village
Day 12: Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake, Khorgo Volcano National Park
Day 13: Tsenkher Hot Springs
Day 14: Elsen Tasarkhai Sand Dunes
Day 15: Ulaanbaatar
Day 16: Departure

HIGHLIGHTS:
- Reindeer and Reindeer Herders
- Tsaatan Culture
- The Sayan Mountains
- Stunning Landscapes of Northern Mongolia
- Khuvsgul Lake, Tsagaan Nuur Lake
- Ancient Petroglyphs
- Uran-Togoo Uul Extinct Volcano

- Khalkh, Darkhad, Tuva, Tsaatan tribes
- Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake, Khorgo Extinct Volcano
- Hot Springs
- Sand Dunes
- Horse and Camel Riding
- Nomadic Lifestyles and Hospitality

PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDES:
- All Modes of Accommodation
- All Meals (breakfasts, lunches, dinners)
- Private All-Terrain Vehicle with Driver and Fuel
- Local Guide Proficient in English
- All Staff Costs, Including Fees, Insurance, and Equipment
- All Government and Local Taxes
- All National Park and Museum Fees

EXCLUDED COSTS:
- Personal Travel Insurance
- Emergency Rescue Flight Costs
- Alcoholic Beverages for Personal Use
- Tips and Gifts for Local People, Guide, and Driver