Mongolia, Golden Eagle Festival Tour 2024 (8 Days)

Juulchin Tour Corporation Mongolia

Discover the Golden Eagle Festival on a 8-day tour. Visit local families, see the hunters display their traditional Kazakh costumes, and watch the eagle show. An Annual event that you can't miss out!

Ulaanbaatar

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Day 1:
Arrive in Ulaanbaatar and be transferred to your hotel. Join a welcoming dinner with your tour guide and receive a tour briefing.
Day 2:
Meet your guide and head to Bayan Ulgii, the westernmost province of Mongolia, known for its Kazakh people and unique cultural heritage. Upon arrival in Ulgii, drive to a village where a skilled eagle hunter awaits to share his traditions. Receive a warm welcome into his family for an authentic experience, followed by a joyous welcome party showcasing community camaraderie.
Traditional hospitality extends to a special dinner featuring freshly prepared sheep, culminating in the Bes Barmak feast, a celebration of unity and shared stories—a testament to Mongolian hospitality's genuine warmth.
Day 3:
Start your day with a captivating session led by skilled performers, unraveling the intricacies of horse riding with a majestic golden eagle. Learn time-honored techniques from revered Eagle hunters, preparing for an adventure in the Altay mountains. Gear up for an unforgettable hunt, witnessing the incredible partnership between eagle and master.
Traverse rugged landscapes, keeping an eye out for elusive creatures like foxes, rabbits, and the elusive Pallas cat. Amidst this exhilarating experience, savor the breathtaking scenery of the Altay mountains. Engage in enriching exchanges with seasoned Eagle hunters, gaining insights into their age-old techniques and deep bond with these magnificent birds.
Day 4:
Experience the first day of the Golden Eagle Festival. Watch the hunters proudly display their traditional Kazakh costumes and show their eagle's equipment and decorations. Witness the festival's competitions and other Kazakh traditional games such as Kokbar (goat skin bag polo), Kazakh archery, and many more.
Prizes are given for the best traditional costume, eagle gear, and decorations. The eagles are to be rated according to their speed and agility. During the festival, folklore performances add even more joy to the already fantastic atmosphere. Take as many photos as you wish and get a chance to hold the eagle and take pictures with them.
Watch the eagle show and have lunch. Then watch a tug-of-war competition called "Tulam bulaah" or "Bushkashi" which is one of the most entertaining activities of the festival. It is an act of several men on horses fighting over to grab a goatskin.
Day 5:
Experience the second day of the Golden Eagle Festival. Watch national performances such as Mongolian traditional dance, music instrumental matches, and throat singing which is known as khoomei after closing operations.
Enjoy a farewell party at the restaurant and have another delicious lunch and dinner.
Day 6:
Take a flight back to Ulaanbaatar city and ravel to Terelj National Park, for a day of relaxing and visiting the Turtle Rock and visit local family and ride a horse. Return back to UB afterwards.
Day 7:
Today is a leisure day in Ulaanbaatar.
Day 8:
Be transferred to the airport or train station for your departure.