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Mongolia's Eagle Festival: A Journey Into Nomadic Culture

Your own guide, your own vehicle, and an itinerary shaped entirely around you.

10 Days / 9 Nights Up to 20 Guests Free Itinerary Changes Local Expert Guide

About This Tour

A 10-day trip from Ulaanbaatar to Bayan-Ölgii in Mongolia's far west, timed around the Eagle Festival's demonstrations and competitions among the region's Kazakh eagle-hunting families. Days 3–5 of this route are built around the Golden Eagle Festival, held annually in Ölgii — this exact itinerary only runs around the festival dates. Ask us about a Bayan-Ölgii and eagle-hunter visit outside festival season instead.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.

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Arrival

Arrival pickup at Chinggis Khaan International Airport (ULN) in Ulaanbaatar.

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Day 1 — Arrival in Ulaanbaatar

Land at Chinggis Khaan International Airport and transfer to your hotel.

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Day 2 — Gorkhi-Terelj National Park

Turtle Rock, the Temple of Meditation, and horseback riding.

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Day 3 — Fly to Ölgii

A domestic flight to Ölgii in Bayan-Ölgii province, with a city tour and hiking.

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Day 4-5 — Eagle Festival

Two days at the Eagle Festival at Tolbo Lake — eagle demonstrations, a parade, and hunting competitions.

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Day 6 — Eagle Hunter Family Visit

A visit to a Kazakh eagle-hunter family, including traditional cooking.

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Day 7 — Hustai National Park

A flight back to Ulaanbaatar and on to Hustai National Park to see wild Przewalski's horses.

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Day 8 — Hustai & Bayangobi

The Bayangobi sand dunes, Khogno Khan Mountain, Erdene Khamba Monastery, a camel ride, and a nomadic family visit.

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Day 9 — Back to Ulaanbaatar

Zaisan Memorial Hill and a folklore performance.

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Day 10 — Departure

Transfer to Chinggis Khaan International Airport for your departure flight.

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Departure

The trip ends back in Ulaanbaatar with a transfer to Chinggis Khaan International Airport for your departure flight.

What's Included

A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel

What's Not Included

Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses

Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?

Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees

Important Information

Know Before You Book

  • Group size can range from 1 to 20 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
  • Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
  • Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.

Know Before You Go

  • We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
  • Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
  • Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.

Special Requests

  • Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
  • Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — your own driver and vehicle for all ten days, never combined with another group's itinerary.
The Eagle Festival portion (days 3–5) is tied to the annual Golden Eagle Festival in Ölgii — this exact itinerary only runs around the festival dates, and needs at least two weeks' advance booking.
Yes — hotels/lodges and your driver-guide are included for every night of the route. Park entrance fees and some meals are called out separately when you request a quote.
Overnight stops may shift based on availability, and we're happy to discuss alternatives when you request a quote.
Send a quote request with your travel dates and group size and we'll follow up with pricing for the full itinerary.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.

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