Agency Petite Marmotte www.mongolia-trip.com

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TRAPPEUR MONGOLIE

La Mongolie, une terre de liberté vivant

au rythme de la nature et des éléments.
Pour les passionnés d'aventure,

une initiation à la découverte de la terre

et des hommes en Mongolie.

Trappeur aventure en Mongolie, trekking à cheval, à pied, en canoë- raft, descente de rivière, en trappeur hiver, trek dans le Gobi en chameau

Tour China-Mongolia experience 22 days

Cultural visits in Peking and trekking on the Great Wall of China.Discover Mongolia by 4x4 van and on horseback .

Tour China-Mongolia experience 22 days

Bird-Watching tour 20 days :
Gobi, Bayanhongor, Ovorkhangai and Arkhengai.
Bird-Watching tour 20 days : Gobi, Bayanhongor, Ovorkhangai and Arkhengai.

Winter adventure on horseback – 12 days
(8 days on horseback and a 4 days 4x4 tour) :
From the East of Lake Khuvsgul to the hot springs.
Winter adventure on horseback – 12 days (8 days on horseback and a 4 days 4x4 tour) : From the East of Lake Khuvsgul to the hot springs.

4x4 Ice Adventure & Ice Festival – 12 days :
Cross the ice-covered Lake Khuvsgul.
4x4 Ice Adventure & Ice Festival – 12 days : Cross the ice-covered Lake Khuvsgul. .

Horse-riding tour - 10 days
(8 days on horseback and 2 days by 4x4 van)
from Kherlen River to Khentii
(includes tour of Tuv near Khentii).
Horse-riding tour - 10 days (8 days on horseback and 2 days by 4x4 van) from Kherlen River to Khentii (includes tour of Tuv near Khentii4x4.

Horse-riding tour - 14 days
(12 days on horseback and a 2 day 4x4 tour)
from Orkhon Valley to Eight Lakes Valley.
Horse-riding tour - 14 days (12 days on horseback and a 2 day 4x4 tour) from Orkhon Valley to Eight Lakes Valley.

Horse-riding tour - 18 days
(13 days on horseback and 5 days by 4x4 van)
from Lake Khuvsgul to Staatan.
Horse-riding tour - 18 days (13 days on horseback + 5 days by 4x4 van)from Lake Khuvsgul to Staatan.

Horse-riding tour - 22 days
(10 days on horseback and 12 days by 4x4 van)
Orkhon Valley to Otgontenger National Park
Horse-riding tour - 22 days (10 days on horseback + 12 days by 4x4 van) Orkhon Valley to Otgontenger National Park

7 day family tour near Khentii
(includes a 2days transfer by 4x4 to reach the family)
7 day family tour near Khentii (includes a 2-day transfer by 4x4 to reach the family)

7 day family tour in Mongolia’s historic centre
(includes a 2 days transfer by 4x4 to reach the family)
7 day family tour in Mongolia’s historic centre (includes a 2-day transfer by 4x4 to reach the family)

Trekking - 8 days - Khentii and Kherlen.
Trekking - 8 days - Khentii and Kherlen.

Trekking – 8 days -
l’Arkhangai and Orkhon valley.
Trekking – 8 days - l’Arkhangai and Orkhon valley.

21 days 4x4 van tour :
Mongolia from East to West, Gobi, Altaï, Arkhangai, Ovorkhangai.
21 days 4x4 van tour : Mongolia from East to West, Gobi, Altaï, Arkhangai, Ovorkhangai.

14 days 4x4 van tour :
Arkhangai (volcanic region), Ovorkhangai (Steppe) and Gobi Desert. The south and the historic centre of Mongolia.

14-day 4x4 van tour : Arkhangai (volcanic region), Ovorkhangai (Steppe) and Gobi Desert. The south and the historic centre of Mongolia.

7 days 4x4 van tour :
Arkhangai and Ovorkhangai (mid West).
7 days 4x4 van tour : Arkhangai and Ovorkhangai (mid West).

guesthouse/Hostel in Ulaanbaatar

« The Little Marmot » is an attractive, friendly guesthouse

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Travel photos

Travel Photos

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4x4 van tours include.

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Dates can be arranged at your convenience. Please contact us for a quotation.

Our tours include the following :

*Transfers from the airport/station/guesthouse (hostel) or hotel in Ulan Bator.
* Transport in 4x4, with driver (& mechanic), unlimited mileage & petrol.
* Full board for the duration of the tour.
* A French or English-speaking interpreter
* A cook
* Entrance fees to national parks, monasteries….
* Tents and cooking materials.

* We will set up a temporary camp each night and sleep in tents.

Our tours DO NOT include the following :

* International flights
* Train ticket reservations – please see our form in the RESERVATION section of our website.
* Accommodation at our guesthouse (hostel) in Ulan-Bator (5 € in dormitory, 15 € double room)
* No hotel, campsite, guesthouse (hostel) accommodation is included in our programmes or prices.
* Meals in Ulan Bator on your arrival or departure (meal prices range from 5 to 10 € on average).
* Drinks, tips & pocket money while in Ulan Bator and during the tour.
* Sleeping bags are not provided.

PAYMENT :

* A deposit of 150€ per tour must be put down in order to make a reservation.
* Once your deposit is received, an invoice will be sent to you via Internet.
* The balance must be paid on arrival. Please bring cash in Euros or US dollars.
* Payment is required in advance for the issue of train and flight tickets.

Trekking tours include

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OUR TREKKING TOURS

Our trekking tour starts with a 1 or 2-day transit by 4x4 departing from and returning to Ulan Bator. In order to respect the natural surroundings, we prefer to limit the number of participants to between 2 and 4 people. The tour is open to all, but please note that you need to be in good physical health - you will be expected to walk long distances. Our trekking tours depart in July and August because of the favourable weather conditions. Food, bags and equipment are transported by horse or by yak. Typical meals include vegetables, cereals, meat preserves and fruit. Please consult us for more information on prices for family groups. We will set up a temporary camp each night and sleep in tents.

Our tours include the following :

* Transfers from the airport/station/guesthouse (hostel) or hotel in Ulan Bator.
* Transport in 4x4, with driver (& mechanic), petrol included.
* Full board throughout the tour
* A French or English-speaking interpreter
* Entrance fees to national parks, monasteries…
* A riding guide
* Tents and cooking materials included.

Our tours DO NOT include the following :

* International flights
* Train ticket reservations (please see our form in the RESERVATION section of our website).
* Accommodation at our guesthouse (hostel) on your arrival in and departure from Ulan Bator (prices range from 5€ to 15€ on average) or at a local hotel (prices range from 60€ to 80€ on average)
* Meals in Ulan Bator on your arrival or departure (meal prices range from 5€ to 10€ on average).
* Drinks, tips & pocket money while in Ulan Bator and during the tour.
* Sleeping bags are not provided.

PAYMENT:

* A deposit of 150€ per tour must be put down in order to make a reservation.
* Once your deposit is received, an invoice will be sent to you via Internet.
* The balance must be paid on arrival, please bring cash in Euros or US dollars.
* Payment required in advance for the issue of train and tickets.

Riding tours include.

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Our Riding Tours

Our riding tours start with a one or two-day transit in a 4x4 van from Ulan Bator. In an attempt to respect the local environment, we prefer to keep the tour groups small (2 to 8 people). Our tours are open to all, inexperienced riders and children from the age of 12 are welcome. Horses are part of Mongolia’s roots and culture, so there is no better way to experience Mongolia ! Food and equipment is transported by the horses in packsaddles or by yak. Typical meals include vegetables, cereals, meat preserves and fruit. For groups of 4 people or more, a 4x4 vehicle accompanies us from a distance for the duration of the trek. Please consult us for more information on prices for family groups.

Our tours include the following :

* Transfers from the airport/station/guesthouse (hostel) or hotel in Ulan Bator.
* Transport in 4x4, with driver (& mechanic), with petrol included for the transit.
* For groups of 4 people or more, transport of equipment and provisions by 4x4 with driver (& mechanic). Petrol included.
* For groups of less than 4 people, equipment and provisions are carried by packsaddle or by Yaks.
* Full board, all inclusive for the duration of the tour
* Horses, riding equipment & Russian saddle provided.
* 2 riding guides accompany each tour.
* A French or English-speaking interpreter
* A cook provided for groups of 3 people or more (for groups of 2 people, your interpreter prepares your meals)
* Entrance fees to national parks, monasteries….
* Tents and cooking materials included.
* We will set up a temporary camp each night and sleep in tents.

Our tours DO NOT include the following :

PAYMENT:

* A deposit of 150€ per tour must be put down in order to make a reservation.
* Once your deposit is received, an invoice will be sent to you via Internet.
* The balance must be paid on arrival, please bring cash in Euros or US dollars.
* Payment required in advance for the issue of train and flight tickets.

Winter tours include

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Our winter tours

Discover Mongolia in winter, with its brilliant white snow and clear blue skies, experience its freezing, Siberian temperatures. Tours for groups of 2/3, 4 people.
Each tour includes a 4x4 van, a driver (mechanic), unlimited mileage and petrol. An additional van is used for groups of 6 people or more. Any domestic flights that are part of the tour programme are included in the price. A French or English-speaking interpreter and guide is included. For your comfort, full board accommodation in a yurt (heated by wood-burning stove) or guesthouse (hostel) is included in the tour price. Typical meals will include vegetables, cereals, meat and fruit. Please bring a thermal sleeping bag (suitable for cold climates), as these are not provided. Entrance fees to National Parks are included. Please consult us for more information on prices for family groups. For independent travellers, please contact us if you wish to join a group. We will confirm our availabilities 30 days in advance of the trip departure. Your reservation is confirmed once your deposit has been received by Internet.

Our tours include the following :

* Transfers from the airport/station/guesthouse (hostel) or hotel in Ulan Bator.
* Any domestic flights that are part of the tour programme are included in the price.
* Transport in 4x4, with driver (mechanic), unlimited mileage and petrol.
* Full board for the duration of the tour.
* A French or English-speaking interpreter.
* A cook
* Entrance fees to national parks, monasteries…
* Accommodation in heated yurts or in guesthouses (hostels)

Our tours DO NOT include the following :

* International flights
* Train ticket reservations (please see the corresponding form in the RESERVATION section of our website)
* Accommodation at our guesthouse (hostel) on your arrival in and departure from Ulan Bator (prices range from 5 € to 15 € on average) or at a local hotel (prices range from 60 € to 80 € on average).
* No hotel, campsite, guesthouse, or hostel accommodation is included in our programmes or prices.
* Meals in Ulan Bator on your arrival or departure (meal prices range from 5 to 10 € on average).
* Drinks, tips and pocket money while in Ulan Bator and during the tour.
* Duvets and sleeping bags are not provided.

PAYMENT:

* A deposit of 150€ per tour must be put down in order to make a reservation.
* Once your deposit is received, an invoice will be sent to you by Internet.
* The balance must be paid on arrival. Please bring cash in Euros or US dollars.
* Payment is required in advance for the issue of train and flight tickets.

Family tours include

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FAMILY TOUR

Horse riding possible during the day on request (requires a supplement of 10€ per day).

Our tours include the following :

* Transfers from the airport/station/guesthouse (hostel) or hotel in Ulan Bator.
* Transport in 4x4, with driver (& mechanic), with petrol included for the transit.
* Public transport to the main town, to transit to your host family.
*Transit in 4x4 (petrol included) to the host family’s camp
* Full board, all inclusive for the duration of your stay
* A French or English-speaking interpreter
* Entrance fees to national parks

Our tours DO NOT include the following :

* International & domestic flights
* Train ticket reservations – please see our form in the RESERVATION section of our website.
* Accommodation at our guesthouse (hostel) on your arrival in and departure from Ulan Bator (prices range from 5 € to 15 € on average) or at a local hotel (prices range from 60 € to 80 € on average)
* Activities with your host family (e.g. horse riding at 10€ per day, fishing…available on request)
* Meals in Ulan Bator on your arrival or departure (meal prices range from 5 à 10 € on average).
* Drinks, tips & pocket money while in Ulan Bator and during the tour.
* Sleeping bags are not provided.

PAYMENT:

* A deposit of 150€ per tour must be put down in order to make a reservation.
* Once your deposit is received, an invoice will be sent to you via Internet.
* The balance must be paid on arrival, please bring cash in Euros or US dollars.
* Payment required in advance for the issue of train and flight tickets.

Bird-Watching tours include.

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Bird-Watching tour

Dates can be arranged at your convenience. Please contact us for a quotation.

INCLUDES :

• Transfers from the airport to the hostel.
• Accommodation (double room) in Ulan Bator at the “Little Marmot” guesthouse (hostel).
• Tour in 4x4 van including 7 days on horseback. Driver, petrol, guide and interpreter (French or English).
• Full board throughout the tour in the Steppe (your interpreter prepares your food). Generous helpings of western food.
• Entrance fees to national parks and monasteries.
• Tents and cooking equipment.
(nights under canvass).

DOESN’T INCLUDE :

• International flights and/or train tickets.
• Drinks, spending money, tips…
• Passport and visa fees.
• Travel insurance, repatriation...
• Meals in Ulan Bator(budget for between 5
& 10 €).
• No hotel, campsite, guesthouse (hostel)
accommodation is included in our
programmes or prices durin the 4x4 tour.
• Sleeping bags (please bring your own).

Payment :

• We request a deposit of 150 € per tour.
• An invoice if then issued on the internet.
• The balance must be paid in EUR or USD on your arrival.

• Advance payment will be requested in order to issue tickets for international or domestic flights.

China-Mongolia tour include

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Dates can be arranged at your convenience. Please contact us for a quotation.

INCLUDES :

• Accommodation in a quality Pekinese hotel.
• Cultural visits in Beijing (Peking) : the Forbidden City, the historic quarters (Hutong).
• Trekking on the Great Wall of China in a nature reserve.
• The Transmogolian rail trip to Ulan Bator.
• Accommodation (double room) in Ulan Bator at the “Little Marmot” guesthouse (hostel).
• Tour in 4x4 van including 7 days on horseback. Driver, petrol, guide and interpreter (French or English).
• Nights in the Steppe will be spent under canvass (tent).
• Full board throughout the tour in the Steppe (your interpreter prepares your food). Generous helpings of western food.
• Horses, riding guides and riding equipment (including comfortable saddle).
• Visits in the Mongolian historical centre, «Arkhengai», and the North, «Lake Khuvsgul», entrance fees to monasteries, the city of Gengis Khan….
• One-way domestic flight from Ulan Bator to Beijing (Peking).

DOESN’T INCLUDE:

• International flights.
• Restaurants on Peking & Ulan-Bator.
• Drinks, spending money, tips…
• Passport and visa fees.
• Travel insurance, repatriation...

Please note :

• The itinerary for the Transmongolian Railway trip from Peking (Beijing) to Ulan-Bator may be modified or inverted according to your flight dates & times & any other excursions in the programme.

Payment :

• We request a deposit of 150 € per tour.
• An invoice if then issued on the internet.
• The balance must be paid in EUR or USD on your arrival.
• Advance payment will be requested in order to issue tickets for international or domestic flights.

14 days 4x4 van tour : Arkhangai (volcanic region), Ovorkhangai (Steppe) and Gobi Desert.

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Day 1 : Ikh gazriin chuluu

Ikh gazriin chuluu park and its fascinating rock formations. Dinner and night under canvass (tent).

Day 2 : Tsagaan Suvarga (White Ridge)

and

Ulaan Suvarga (Red Ridge)

Discover the Gobi Desert and its numerous geological features. Dinner, night under canvass (tent).

Days 3 and 4 : Yoliin am canyon and Khongoriin els

We take the road to Yoliin Am canyon. Walk in the canyon (see Argali sheep, ibex, goats and bearded vultures). We set up camp, have dinner and spend the night under canvass (tent).

Day 5 : Ongi monastery

From Tsagaan Suvarga to Ongiin Hiid, (a large monastery destroyed at the end of the 1930’s, where monks were assassinated under communist rule). Dinner, night under canvass (tent).

Day 6 : Arvaikheer and Ovorkhangai

Take the road to Arvaikheer, Ovorkhangai (the green province famous for its herds of horses). Dinner, night under canvass (tent).

Day 7 : Orkhon falls

From Arvayheer to the Orkhon falls (a touristic site with interesting volcanic and lunar surroundings). Dinner, night under canvass (tent).

Day 8 : Tuvkhun monastery

5km trek on Undur-Ovoot mountain at an altitude of 2312 m. Visit the Tuvkhun monastery, built in 1654 and listed by UNESCO in 1996. Lunch at the monastery, descent, dinner, night under canvass (tent) in the Steppes.

Day 9 : The Taikhar ratchet

The Taikhar ratchet situated on the banks of the Tamir stream. See ancient Mongolian stone engravings.

Day 10 : Terkhiin tsagaan Lake

At an altitude of 2240m, Khorgo volcano, (200m wide , 100m deep) and Lake Terkhiin tsagaan are well worth a visit. The lake was formed when the rivers Hoyd and Urd, were blocked by hot volcanic larva. It’s 16km long, 20m deep and between 4 & 10km wide. Lunch, dinner, night under canvass (tent).

Day 11 : Chuluut canyon

The Chuluut stream flows into the rivers Ider and Delger becomes the Selenge which flows into Lake Baïkal in Russia.

Day 12 : Uran (an extinct volcano)

and the Bulgan province

See the ancient volcano Uran Togoo at an altitude of 1686 m, a magnificent lake (depth 50-60 m, width 500-600 m) and a larch forest .

Day 13 : The Amarbayasgalant monastery

Amarbayasgalant is one of Mongolia’s most famous monasteries and escaped destruction during the 1930s when Mongolia was under communist rule. It was built between entre 1727 and 1736 as a memorial to Undur Gege en Zanabazar, a monk, sculptor and philosopher. In 1943 the monastery was listed by UNESCO. In 1724 the ancient capital of Mongolia, Ikh Khuree was located in the valley.

Day 14 : Return to Ulan Bator.

Arrival at the Little Marmot guesthouse (hostel) or at your hotel.

For 14 days

1300 €/pers. for 2 people
1000 €/pers. for 3 people
800 €/pers. for 4 people

4x4 van tours include

For reservation

7 days 4x4 van tour : Arkhangai and Ovorkhangai (mid West).

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The south and the historic centre of Mongolia.

Day 1: Baga gazariin chuluu

Head south towards the Gobi Desert. Visit Baga gazariin chuluu park and its fascinating rock formations.

Day 2: Tsagaan Suvarg and Ulaan Suvarga

( White Ridge and Red Ridge )

We head for Ulaan Suvraga or red ridge , (a strange blood-red-coloured mountain ridge). Look out for rock paintings. Visit « Tsagaan Suvraga or white ridge (a white chalk mountain, with hints of pink and red, with fascinating rock formations created through wind and water erosion). Dinner and night under canvass (tent).

Day 3 : Ongi monastery

From Zorgol Hairhan Uul to Ongiin Hiid, (a large monastery destroyed at the end of the 1930’s, where numerous monks were assassinated under communist rule).

Dinner, night under canvass (tent).

Day 4 : Orkhon Valley

We follow the river and pass the Orkhon waterfall (20 m high).Nomad families, cattle and wild horses.Lunch, dinner, and night under canvass (tent).

Day 5 : Karakorum and Erdene zuu monastery

Karakorum (historical centre and ancient capital of Mongolia), Erdene zuu monastery (built in 1585). Lunch en route. Dinner, night under canvass (tent).

Day 6 : Lake Ugii (Altitude : 1337m)

Departure in the morning for Lake Ugii (full of fish). Dinner on the edge of the lake, and night under canvass (tent).

Day 7 : Arrival in Ulan-Bator

Arrival during the day at your guesthouse or hotel.

For 7 days
700 €/pers. for 2 people
600 €/pers. for 3 people
450 €/pers. for 4 people

4x4 van tours include

For reservation

21 days 4x4 van tour : Mongolia from East to West, Gobi, Altaï, Arkhangai, Ovorkhangai.

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Day 1 : Ikh gazriin chuluu

Drive south to Gobi. Visit the Ikh gazriin chuluu park, its fascinating rock formations.

Day 2 : Ulaan Suvraga and Tsagaan Suvraga

We head for Ulaan Suvraga or red ridge , (a strange blood-red-coloured mountain ridge). Look out for rock paintings. Visit Tsagaan Suvraga or white ridge (a white chalk mountain, with hints of pink and red, with fascinating rock formations created through wind and water erosion). A walk in the mountains, where we look out for the numerous sea fossils, (a lake used to be located here).

Days 3 & 4 : Yoliin Am and Khongoriin els

We take the road to Yoliin Am canyon. Walk in the canyon (see wild Argali sheep, ibex, goats and bearded vultures). We set up camp, have dinner and spend the night under canvass (tent).

Day 5 : « Orog » Lake

The lake is situated at an altitude of 1198 m. Different varieties of medicinal plants surround the lake. Opposite the lakes Dulaanbogd , Ikhbogd, see wild Argali sheep and Yangir (billy goats).

Day 6 : Gobi-Altaï

Head west to the Gobi-Altaï province through arid mountain scenery. Dinner and night under canvass (tent).

Day 7 : Altaï

Visit the town of Altaï , regional capital of Gobi-Altaï . Altitude 2181m. Famous for its camels ! Dinner and night under canvass (tent) just outside Altaï.

Day 8 : Mankhan

From Gobi, through Altaï not far from the Hovd province (a green, mountainous area), to the Manhan nature reserve, (last remaining habitat for the Saïga antilope, currently under threat of extinction). Dinner and night under canvass (tent).

Day 9 : Mount Tsambagarav

Take the road to Hovd, then to Mount Tsambagarav, (meaning sacred white in Tibetan, altitude 4202m). Night at the foot of the Tsast Uul peak (snow-covered mountain). Dinner and night under canvass (tent).

Day 10 : Aïmag : capital of Bayan-Ölgi

Head for Ölgiy, capital of Bayan-Ölgi and the Kazakh culture. Visit the town, the museum and the mosque. Dinner and night under canvass (tent) just outside the town.

Days 11 and 12 : Mount Tavan Bogd

From Ölgiy towards the Tavan Bogd chain, (meaning the 5 saints, the highest point in Mongolia with Mount Huiten at an altitude of 4374 m). Stop at Lake Hoton. Dinner, night under canvass (tent).

Day 13 : Lake Achit (altitude 1464 m)

The Khovd, Bukhmurun, Altangadas streams flow into the lake. Full of fish (grayling and yellow Altaï). Dinner, night under canvass (tent).

Day 14 : Lake Uvs

Visit Ulaangom, the capital of the vs province. Uvs Lake (the biggest saline lake in the country. Listed by UNESCO in 2003). Varied scenery semi-desert, desert, steppe, taiga, tundra and glacier. Dinner, night under canvass (tent).

Day 15 : The Buurugiin els dune.

Altitude approx 1000 m. 180km long, 50km wide. Eastern part is called Altan els or Golden Sands . Is part of the Uvs nature reserve.

Day 16 : Lake Telmen

Situated in the Zavkhan province, a Khangai lake. Dinner, night under canvass (tent).

Day 17 : Lake Terkhiin tsagaan nuur

At an altitude of 2240m, Khorgo volcano, (200m wide 100m deep) and Lake Terkhiin tsagaan are well worth a visit. The lake was formed when the rivers Hoyd and Urd, were blocked by hot volcanic larva. It’s 16km long, 20m deep and between 4 , 10km wide. Lunch, dinner & night under canvass (tent).

Day 18 : The Taikhar ratchet

The Taikhar ratchet is situated on the banks of the Tamir stream. See ancient Mongolian stone engravings. Dinner, night under canvass (tent).

Day 19: Tuvkhun monastery

5km trek on Undur-Ovoot mountain at an altitude of 2312 m. Visit the Tuvkhun monastery, built in 1654 and listed by UNESCO in 1996.

Day 20 : Karakorum Erdene zuu monastery

Karakorum historical centre and ancient capital of Mongolia. Visit Erdene zuu, built in 1585. Lunch en route. Dinner, night under canvass (tent).

Day 21 : Return to Ulan-Bator

Arrival at end of the day. Transfer to your guesthouse or hotel.

For 21 days

1800 €/pers. for 2 people
1500 €/pers. for 3 people
1150 €/pers. for 4 people

4x4 van tours include

For reservation

Trekking - 8 days Khentii and Kherlen.

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For 9 days

400 € for 1 person
300 €/pers. for 2 people
250 €/pers.for 3 people
230 €/pers. for 4 people

Trekking tours include

For reservation

Trekking – 8 days - Arkhangai and Orkhon valley.

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For 10 days
500€/pers. for 2 people
400€/pers. for 3 people
320€/pers. for 4 people

Trekking tours include

For reservation

18 days tour (13 days on horseback and 5 days by 4x4 van) from Lake Khuvsgul to Tsaatan.

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horse-riding around the blue waters of the Huvsgul sea – a huge lake spreading across a mountain range culminating at an altitude of 3000m in the taiga of the Siberian forest.

For 18 days

1270 €/pers. for 2 people
1000 €/pers. for 3 people
900 €/pers. for 4 people

Riding tours include

For reservation

22 days tour (10 days on horseback 12 days by 4x4 van) Orkhon Valley to Otgontenger National Park

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For 22 days

1860 €/pers. for 2 people
1450 €/pers. for 3 people
1200 €/pers. for 4 people

Riding tours include

For reservation

Horse riding tour - 14 days (12 days on horseback a 2 day 4x4 tour) from Orkhon Valley to Eight Lakes Valley.

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For 15 days
980 €/pers. for 2 people
850 €/pers. for 3 people
750 €/pers. for 4 people

Riding tours include

For reservation

10 days tour (8 days on horseback and 2 days by 4x4 van): from Kherlen River to Khentii.

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Region North-East of Ulan-Bator is beautiful, unspoilt and not as well-known as the centre. Great variety of scenery, mountains, steppe, taiga.

Less cattle-rearing, more vegetation. Wide rivers.
Local inhabitants are the Bouriate who live in wooden houses and the Khalkh who live in yurts.

For 10 days

750 €/pers. for 2 people

600 €/pers. for 3 people

530 €/pers. for 4 people

Riding tours include

For reservation

4x4 Ice Adventure, Ice Festival – 12 days : Cross the ice-covered Lake Khuvsgul.

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Departs from Ulan Bator Petite Marmotte guesthouse from 08/02/10 to 20/02/10

The dates of ice festival and exact travel dates will be confirmed a month in advance, as dangerous or inappropriate weather conditions may affect our decision to depart. (Thickness of the ice on the lake, for example).

We therefore reserve the right to modify our travel plans for security reasons.

For12 days

1200€/pers. for 2 people
900€/pers. for 3 people
800€/pers. for 4 people

Winter tours include

For reservation

Winter adventure on horseback – 12 days (8 days on horseback and 4 days 4x4 tour)

2009-09-24T00:54:00.000-07:00

For 12 days
1330€/pers. for 2 people
980€/pers. for 3 people
800€/pers. for 4 people

Winter tours include

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7 day family tour in Mongolia’s historic centre (includes 2-day transfer by 4x4 to reach the family)

2009-09-24T00:51:00.000-07:00

Ideal for those who are looking for an opportunity to discover traditional Mongolian customs and nomadic culture.

Our family tour starts with a 1 or 2-day transit by 4x4 departing from and returning to Ulan Bator. They move between 2 to 4 times a year, depending on the season.

All our families earn a living from rearing animals following Mongolian tradition. They live in yurts – the traditional Mongolian home.

You can help with daily tasks such as the milking of the animals, butter, cheese and yoghurt-making…..Re-experience and enjoy the simple things in life, in true Mongolian fashion.

For 7 days
500€ for 1 person
400€/pers. for 2 people

Family tours include

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7 day family tour near Khentii (includes 2-day transfer by 4x4 to reach the family)

2009-09-24T00:46:00.000-07:00

Our family tour starts with a 1 or 2-day transit by 4x4 departing from and returning to Ulan Bator. They move between 2 to 4 times a year, depending on the season.

You can help with daily tasks such as the milking of the animals, butter, cheese and yoghurt-making…..Re-experience and enjoy the simple things in life, in true Mongolian fashion.

All our families earn a living from rearing animals following Mongolian tradition. They live in yurts – the traditional Mongolian home.

For 7 days

400 € for 1 person
300 €/pers. for 2 people

Family tours include

For reservation

Bird-Watching tours 20 days : Gobi, Bayanhongor, Ovorkhangai and Arkhangai.

2009-09-24T00:30:00.000-07:00

To plan your trip, consult the link below (Didier Alice) to see the regions visited and their different species of birds. www.lpo.fr/voyages/docs/Mongolie_2008_Balon.doc

Day 1 :

Transfer to the Petite Marmotte guesthouse (hostel). Touristic visits in Ulan-Bator and birdwatching in Naïramdal Park and along the Tuul River (south of the town). Famous for the azur tit.

Day 2 : Ulan Bator - Gorkhi Terelj National Park.

(Tov aimag)

Scenery and surroundings similar to those found in Switzerland or the Jura in France. As we go further into the park, we’ll find some splendid, isolated locations to set up camp.We know a hospitable Mongolian family there 47° 58’ 87 N – 107° 26’ 29 E, altitude : 1586 m).

Day 3 :

We travel from Ulan Bator to Bayannuur (south west of Bulgan Aïmag, a wet region). We spend our first night next to a little lake called Rich Lake about 80 km. We can observe demoiselle cranes here.

Day 4 : Bayannuur to Ogiy Nuur

(east of Arhangaï Aïmag).

We arrive in Ogiy Nuur at the end of the day (Ogiy Nuur is a little lake measuring 25km², situated at an altitude of 1337 m, north-east of Tsetserlej (aïmag d’Arkhangaï). The lake is full of fish.

Day 5 : Ogiy Nuur :

Birdwatching on the west side of the lake.

Day 6 : Near Arvayheer
(Aïmag d’Ovkhangai).

We travel south and at the end of the day we set up camp in the Steppe, a few kilometres km after Arvayheer.

Day 7 : Near Bayanhongor (Aimag Bayanhongor).

We camp near the town.

Day 8 : Lake Böön Tsagaan Nuur
(Aïmag Bayanhongor).

We continue south and the countryside gets more and more arid. The Steppe gradually becomes the desert. We arrive at Böön Tsagaan Nuur, an enormous lake measuring 240 km². We camp near the Baydrag stream.

Day 9 : Lake Böön Tsagaan Nuur

(Aïmag Bayanhongor)

We start bird-watching at around 6am so we can take advantage of the favorable weather conditions. We then continue our journey to the east. We stop at the summit of a mountain pass and observe the bird activity.

Dinner and night under canvass (tent).

Day 10 : Böön Tsagaan Nuur to Orog Nuur

Arrival in Orog Nuur at the end of the morning. May see ruddy shelducks, whooper swans, common sandpipers, far eastern curlews….

Day 11 : Orog Nuur to Nergui (Aïmag Omnogobi).

We continue our journey to the East and camp near a stream in Gobi.

Day 12 : Khongoryn Els dunes to Khongotyn Gol

(Aïmag Omnogobi)

After a day’s travelling, we set up camp at the foot of the Khongoryn Els dunes, alongside the Khongoryn Gol stream close to a saxaul forest (only found in central Asia, in desert or semi-desert zones). Camels love this tree as does the saxaul sparrow.

Day 13 : Saxaouls to Gurvan Saykhan

(Aïmag Omnogobi)

Bird-watching in the saxaul forest.

Day 14 : Gurvan Saykhan National Park

(Aïmag Omnogobi).

We observe Eurasian and Père David’s snowfinches. We camp at an altitude of 2368 (43° 30’ 10 N – 103° 59’ 56 E).

Day 15 : Yolyn Am Gorge

(Aïmag Omnogobi).

We admire the beautiful scenery in Gobi-Altaï. We arrive at Yolyn Am Gorge (Vulture Gorge). Famous for its glacier which forms on the water that crosses it (should remain frozen all year round). Popular with tourists. We set up camp near the gorge at an altitude of 2307 m.

Day 16 : Yolyn Am Gorge

(Aïmag Omnogobi).

We spend the day bird-watching in the gorge and in the surrounding area.

Day 17 : Dalandzadgad to Tsaagan Suvanga

(Aïmag Omnogobi).

We make our way back to Ulan Bator. Night under canvass in Tsaagan Suvanga (White Ridge)

(44° 34’ 37 N – 105° 42’ 95 E - altitude 1317 m)

Day 18 : Return to Ulan-Bator

(Aïmag Omnogobi).

We travel though isolated, deserted countryside. Opportunities to see other birds (Mongolian plovers etc). Night under canvass 1 hour from Gazriin Chuluu (a 100 or so km to the east of Mandalgov).

Campement à Ih Gazriin Chuluu (à une centaine de km à l’est de Mandalgov)
(45° 44’ 60 N – 107° 14’ 88 E – 1432 m d’altitude)

Day 19 : Ulan Bator

Arrival in Ulan Bator during the day. Night at the Petite Marmotte guesthouse (hostel) or hotel.

Day 20 :

Transfer to the station/airport & return flight.

For 20 days
1450 €/pers. for 2 people.
1120 €/pers. for 3 people.
950 €/pers. for 4 people

Bird-Watching tours include

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OUR GUESTHOUSE / HOSTEL

2009-09-23T23:44:00.000-07:00

« The Little Marmot » is an attractive, friendly guesthouse or hostel equipped with all modern comforts. It is conveniently situated near the centre of Ulan Bator. We provide organised, practical accommodation with opportunities for exchange and discussion with fellow residents and the “Little Marmot” team. Traditional Mongolian decoration & furniture, designed, made and fitted by local Mongolian craftsmen.

Our accommodation :

10 single bunk beds (dormitory) : 5€ per night.

2 single beds under mezzanine with balcony : 15€ per night.

1 double bed on mezzanine : 15€ per night.

1 double bed + 1 single bed under mezzanine : 15€ per night.

1 triple bed (3 single beds) on mezzanine : 15€ per night

1 family room with TV and DVD player with beds on and under mezzanine to accommodate between 4 and 6 people : 25€ per night.

Each bed has a curtain for more privacy. Each bed has access to an electric plug socket and a light switch.

Breakfast is included.

We are open all year round.

Shared facilities : Washing machine, Fitted kitchen, 2 toilets, 2 bathrooms (with bath).

Local amenities : Dry cleaners, Cyber Cafe, Supermarket

The Little Marmot team is available to help you organise transfers, to call a taxi or to put you in touch with an interpreter.

Please confirm your arrival time by mail or when you make your reservation so we can organise your transfer. A taxi from the airport to the hostel costs 8€ and from the train station to the hostel, 3€.

All members of the “Little Marmot” team speak French & English.

For reservation

Travel China - Mongolia :Cultural visits in Peking and trekking on the Great Wall of China.Discover Mongolia by 4x4 van and on horseback

2009-09-23T23:42:00.000-07:00

Discover Mongolia by 4x4 van and on horseback or on foot (you have the choice). Visit Arkhengai (Mongolia’s historic center), Orkhon Valley and Khuvsgul Lake in the north.

Visit monasteries and ancient cities, take in the breath-taking scenery in the Steppes and meet genuine Mongolian nomad families.

The order of events for the Transmongolian Railway trip from Peking (Beijing) to Ulan-Bator may be modified or inverted according to your flight dates and times.

Any additional reservations for the Transiberian Railway and/or for return international flights from Mongolia to China must be booked 3 months in advance

Day 1 : Flight from Paris to Peking (Beijing)

Visit Peking (Beijing) : The Forbidden City and Hutongs. Bed and breakfast at the Tianxiang Courtyard Hotel (see hotel website for more information : www.courtyard-hotel.com.cn)

Day 2 : Trekking on the Great Wall of China :

The minibus leaves the hotel at 6.30am. The journey takes 2 hours. Trekking from 9.00am-1.00pm (please take 2 bottles of water per person and a snack or sandwich). Minibus leaves at 3.00pm. Arrival in Beijing : 5.00pm. Evening meal at a restaurant in the city and bed and breakfast at the Tianxiang Courtyard Hotel.

Day 3 : Transmongolian Railway from Beijing to Ulan-Bator.

- Leave Beijing’s Central Station at 7.00 am
- Travel through Mongolia’s vast and diverse countryside
- Mountains, vegetation, fruit trees, traditional houses and gardens.
- Pass the Great Wall of China just outside Beijing.
- Pass through the Gobi Desert and cross the Mongolian- Chinese border at around midnight.
- Accommodation in sleeper wagon (bunks) for 4 people.

Day 4 : Cross the Gobi Desert and arrival in Ulan Bator

- Night and morning sleeping and/or relaxing on the train.
- Travel through the Gobi desert and see the first yurts in the Steppe.
- Arrival in Ulan Bator at around 2pm.
- Visit Ulan-Bator’s monastery with your guide.
- At 5.00pm, enjoy a traditional Mongolian singing dancing show.
- Evening meal at a restaurant of your choice.

- Bed and breakfast at the Little Marmot guesthouse (hostel).

Day 5 : Visit the historic town of Karakorum.

- Departure at around 10.00am accompanied by your English-speaking driver and guide. (We prepare your food, cooking utensils, camping equipment, and enough water and diesel for the tour).
- Experience the beauty of the great open Monoglian plains for the first time.
- Visit the ancient capital of Karakorum and the Erdene zuu monastery built in 1585.

- Evening meal and night under canvass. Day 6 : Tuvkhun monastery

- Trek on foot (5km) to the top of Undur-Ovoot mountain at an altitude of 2312m.
- Visit Tuvkhun monastery : Built in 1654 and listed by UNESCO in 1996.
- Lunch at the monastery then set off for Arkhangai and the Orkhon Valley (a volcanic area located at an altitude of 3000m). Volcanic craters, larch forests, nomads living in yurts in the valley, wild horses.
- Evening meal and night with nomad family.

Days 7 to 11: Horseback tour Orkhon Valley to the Eight Lakes region (we cover between 15, 20km per day)

- Morning at the camp with our riding guide. Riding induction and selection and preparation of our horses.
- Set off during the morning for Eight Lakes Valley. A beautiful, unspoilt region where we can wash and swim in fresh spring water. Fishing for Lenok trout (for the fishermen among us !).
- Evening meal and night under canvass (tents)
- Our 4x4 van with our equipment, food and luggage, follows at a distance.

Day 12 : Khorgo volcano and Lake Terkhiin tsagaan nuur

- At an altitude of 2240m, Khorgo volcano, (200m wide and 100m deep) and Lake Terkhiin tsagaan are well worth a visit. The lake was formed when the rivers Hoyd and Urd, were blocked by hot volcanic larva. It’s 16km long, 20m deep and between 4 and 10km wide.
- Lunch, dinner, night under canvass (tent).

Days 13 and 14 : From the province of Teel to Khuvsgul Lake

- Enjoy some of Mongolia’s most beautiful scenery.
- Evening meal and night under canvass (tents) or in a wooden chalet near Lake Khuvsgul.

Days 15 and 16 : Horseback tour on the west side of Lake Khuvsgul.

- Lake Khuvsgul is situated in a steep wooded area in the larch forest and is surrounded by breath-taking mountainous scenery (boasting summits of between 2900m and 3100m).
- Swimming in Lake Khuvsgul (fishing is permitted).
- Evening meal and night under canvass (tents) on the banks of Lake Khuvsgul.

Days 17, 18 and 19 : Ih-Uul, Khutag Undur and
Amarbayasgalant monastery

- From Khuvsgul, we take the road to the south-east passing through the villages of Ih-Uul and Khutag Undur to Amarbayasgalant monastery.
- Amarbayasgalant is one of Mongolia’s most famous monasteries and escaped destruction during the 1930s when Mongolia was under communist rule. It was built between entre 1727 and 1736 as a memorial to Undur Gege en Zanabazar, a monk, sculptor and philosopher. In 1943 the monastery was listed by UNESCO. In 1724 the ancient capital of Mongolia, Ikh Khuree was located in the valley.
- Evening meal and night under canvass (tents)

Day 20 : Return to Ulan Bator

- Arrival in Ulan Bator during the day.
- Evening meal at a restaurant of your choice.
- Bed and breakfast at the Petite Marmotte guesthouse (hostel).

Day 21 : Flight from Ulan Bator to Beijing

- (Flight times permitting), we visit Beijing Palace
- Shopping at the Beijing’s Silk Market followed by a foot and body massage !
- Your choice of Pekinese local speciality restaurants
- Bed and breakfast at the Tianxiang Courtyard Hotel

Day 22 : Transfer to the airport and flight from Beijing to Paris

For 22 days

1850€/pers. for 4 people

China-Mongolia tour include

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