Wild Horizons | Central Heartland Cycling Tour

At a Glance

Dates: Adaptable

Group Size: Priced for 2-6 but get in touch for larger groups

Duration:10 Days

Trip Style: Immersive, cultural, active

Locations: Ulaanbaatar & Central Heartland

Price: Between US$ 3,295 pp – US$ 2,460 pp depending on final group size

Key Experiences

Cycle beneath the granite formations of Khogno Khan
Explore the dunes of Elsen Tasarkhai by bike and on foot
Travel through the cultural landscapes of the Orkhon Valley
Cycle to and soak in natural hot springs
Cycle to and stay with the Galbadrakh herding family and experience their way of life
Balance time on two wheels with walking, visiting communities, a camel ride, and simply being in the landscape
Ride independently at your own pace, with full vehicle and logistical support from your EL team

'One of best trips so many thanks to you, our guide Aidaa and our driver for making the life long memories. It was a great opportunity to get fully immersed into the local culture and the communities.'

EL guest Julian

Wild Horizons: Central Heartland Cycling Tour Details

Mongolia’s Central Heartland brings together an extraordinary range of landscapes within a single journey — historic river valleys, rolling green steppe, forested mountains, hot springs, sacred granite outcrops, and the sand dunes of Elsen Tasarkhai.

For those who enjoy cycling across a mix of terrain — sand, gravel tracks, dirt trails, and open steppe — this region offers both variety and space in equal measure.

Wild Horizons: Central Heartland Biking Experience allows you to move through this landscape in the most immediate way possible — by bike — with the reassurance of a support vehicle travelling alongside. Ride open tracks across the steppe, follow winding valley routes, navigate sandy stretches near the dunes, or climb gently towards mountain views. When the terrain shifts or you’re ready for a pause, the vehicle is there.

This is not a rigid cycling itinerary. It is a landscape-led journey shaped day by day in conversation with your team. You decide how far to ride, when to stop, and how to balance time on two wheels with walking, resting, visiting families, taking a camel ride, or simply sitting within the vastness.

Accommodation reflects this layered experience. A homestay with a local herding family offers insight into daily life in rural Mongolia. Family-run ger camps root you in the landscape. A few nights in smaller standard camps provide the comfort of hot showers and space to reset.

What emerges is a journey that combines movement, culture, and elemental scenery — freedom with structure, independence with support.

This is Mongolia’s heartland experienced at ground level.

You’ll find the key locations below. For the full day-by-day flow (and the why behind it), please email us. We share the detailed itinerary by email so we can explain the pacing, driving days, and options in context. We also keep a few moments back as a quiet surprise.

Day One: Welcome to Mongolia and explore Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia’s capital city, from a more local perspective.
Day Two: Drive to Khustai Nuruu National Park before exploring the park by bike, with the chance to look for Mongolia’s wild horses.
Days Three & Four: Travel to Khogno Khan Sacred Mountain and the Elsen Tasarkhai sand dunes, with a second day shaped around biking, culture, or a combination of both.
Day Five: Drive into Arkhangai Province, with biking options available depending on the group’s level, before cycling to the welcoming home of the Galbadrakh family.
Day Six: Enjoy a half-day ride to Tsenkher Hot Springs, with time to relax in the natural thermal waters.
Days Seven & Eight: Bike through the rolling hills of the Khangai Mountains towards the Orkhon River Valley.
Day Nine: A flexible day shaped around biking, culture, or a mix of both as you head to Kharkhorin, the ancient capital of the Mongol Empire.
Day Ten: A road trip back to Ulaanbaatar.
Complimentary Day Tour: Chinggis Khaan Statue Complex and Terelj National Park can be included before or after the main biking journey, depending on your flight schedule.

Support

Your journey is fully supported by an EL Mongolian team — typically a female trip assistant and an experienced driver. Our 4x4 vehicles travel alongside the route, transferring luggage and equipment, monitoring road and river conditions, and providing vehicle support whenever needed.
If at any point you’d prefer four wheels to two — whether due to terrain, weather, or simply energy levels — the option is always there.

Safety

Wearing a helmet is compulsory while riding. If you’re using an EL bike, a helmet is provided at no extra cost.
Your trip assistant is trained in first aid, and each support vehicle carries a simple medical kit. Walkie-talkies are also used on tours with two vehicles to maintain communication when necessary.
That said, independent riding requires personal responsibility. Riders must feel confident managing their own pace, balance, and decision-making on mixed terrain.

Pace & Experience

You set your own pace.
Daily distances are outlined in the itinerary but remain flexible. This is not a technical mountain biking trip, though experience riding on dirt trails and uneven terrain is an advantage.
Depending on the route, there will be climbs — some sustained and physically demanding — balanced by open stretches where rhythm and flow come more easily.

Terrain

Expect primarily hard-packed dirt tracks across open steppe and valleys, with sections of loose gravel, sand, occasional rocky descents, and mountain passes. Weather conditions — particularly wind — can influence the difficulty of any given day. Strong headwinds are not uncommon and can slow progress.
On some itineraries, there may be river crossings. As always, the support vehicle is available if you prefer not to ride a particular section.

Bikes

We use Giant XTC 800 mountain bikes with lightweight alloy frames, Shimano components, and front suspension — well suited to Mongolia’s varied terrain.

Repairs & Maintenance

All EL bikes are fully serviced prior to departure.
Basic tools and spare parts are carried in the support vehicle, though we cannot guarantee replacement parts for every possible issue.

Map Of Route

Sliding Price Scale:

Group of 2 discount 5% each, 3 or more 10% each

Final group size of 2 guests US$ 3,295pp
Final group size of 3-4 guests US$ 2,825 pp
Final group size of 5 guests US$ 2,660 pp
Final group size of 6 guests US$ 2,460 pp

Non-riders are welcome at a discounted rate

During this journey, you’ll experience a variety of accommodation styles, each offering insight into daily life in Mongolia and shaped by the season and setting:

Kazakh Family Homes

During this experience, you’ll be welcomed into the homes of Kazakh families with whom we’ve developed long-standing, community-based partnerships.

Over the course of the tour, you’ll stay with several different families—including eagle hunters and their households. September is a transitional season, so your accommodation will vary depending on the weather. Some nights will be spent in Mongolian or Kazakh gers, shared as a group, while others will be in traditional, hand-built adobe brick homes at the families' winter encampments.

As a guest, you’ll likely share a private ger or room with fellow group members. Sleeping arrangements are simple and culturally authentic—most families sleep on the floor, and you’ll likely be provided with a comfortable floor mat, in keeping with local traditions.

Facilities are basic: showers are taken at the local public shower house every 2-3 days, and toilets are traditional outdoor short-drop latrines.

Showers

Running water is rare in rural Mongolia, so showers are limited. On this itinerary we use town shower houses—simple cubicles with plenty of hot water, which many travellers describe as a highlight! You will need to bring a towel.

We also provide bowls and soap powder for hand-washing clothes if needed. Just to be clear: there are no washing machines.

Toilets

Think: a loo with a view!

Mongolia has very few public toilets, so on drives it’s a case of finding a private spot in nature (your trip assistant will give what we call “the toilet talk”).

At host family homes, expect Asian-style squat or long-drop toilets.If squatting isn’t second nature, you may want to practice before travelling—several of our guests recommend it.

These toilets aren’t designed to shock you; they’re simply part of everyday rural life. We provide toilet paper (though not the aloe vera variety!).

Ölgii | Khovd

During your first night in Ölgii, you’ll be hosted by our trusted Kazakh partners, Jako and Bovka, at their family home. Again, this is a shared space, and sleeping arrangements will be on floor mats. Shower access is at the town shower house, and toilets are outdoor sit-down long drops.

For the second night in Ölgii and the one ht I Khovd. you'll stay in a twin-share en-suite hotel room.

Ulaanbaatar

Accommodation in Ulaanbaatar on September 4th and 15th is not included although we provide recommendations and can help with booking.

Meals

Each EL team travels with a simple kitchen, and most meals are prepared by your trip assistant. We don’t ask rural families—with limited access to shops—to provide meals, especially given the number of travellers with dietary needs. However, during each trip you’ll also share some meals with host families, stop at guanz (roadside cafés), and eat in local restaurants.

Our trip assistants are not trained chefs, but they know how to keep you well-fed. Meals are based around local, seasonal produce with a focus on food miles. You won’t find elaborate international dishes, but you can rely on hearty, filling food that sustains you. If five portions of fruit a day are a must, you may find this challenging in remote Mongolia.

We can cater for vegetarians, some dietary restrictions, and food allergies—but only with advance notice. Please share your requirements when booking so we can advise what’s possible and set realistic expectations.

Drinks

We provide filtered drinking water, tea, and coffee throughout. Alcohol and soft drinks are not included but can be purchased en route. Choice is limited in the countryside, so if you enjoy a good bottle of wine or whisky, we recommend stocking up in Ulaanbaatar before departure.

Since rural areas lack running water and recycling is minimal, we avoid bottled water. Each team carries large containers and filters water from town stations. Please bring a reusable bottle (a filter bottle is even better). A detailed packing list is provided on booking.

Included in the price

All meals outside of the city of Ulaanbaatar unless otherwise stated: These are mainly prepared and cooked by your local team so they are fresh and it means we offer more flexibility for any dietary requirements. We also provide filtered drinking water (not bottled), tea, and instant coffee.
You’ll be supported by one of our experienced intergenerational teams—made up of a male Mongolian driver and one of our English-speaking female trip assistants—helping create an immersive and well-supported experience. Jess and Tuya are also available throughout your journey via WhatsApp.
Our complimentary 'Intro To Ulaanbaatar' experience including a local lunch and welcome drink
Transportation to and from the airport on arrival and departure days
Entrance fees to monasteries, temples, and museums are included when you are with the local team. Please note this excludes camera tickets.
Festival tickets are provided if listed in the itinerary.
Thoughtful Extras – We add a few gentle surprises—small touches that express our thanks for choosing to travel with us.

Not included in the price

International airfare to and from Mongolia
Accommodation in Ulaanbaatar: Our trip pricing excludes the price of accommodation in UB though. Why? Everyone is different is the standard of accommodation they prefer at the start and end of a trip. As there is now such a variety of hotels in UB it is easier to exclude this cost. I provide a list of ideas covering varying standards and budgets and I can also help with booking. There’s everything from a homestay through to Airbnb, US$10 guesthouses and the Shangri-La!
Passport and visa fees: Let us know your nationality at the time of booking and we’ll confirm whether you need to apply for a Mongolian visa. It is a relatively easy process depending on your nationality and we can help with some of the formalities.
Travel insurance (mandatory)
Gratuities: Each member of the local team receives a responsible but fair salary and none have to rely on receiving gratuities to supplement their income. In addition, we make sure that everyone who works with us or helps us is fairly rewarded for their work and the service they provide. At the end of the tour, if you wish to make a gratuity to the local team then thank you – it is not compulsory but it is appreciated when given. We give detailed information on booking.
Personal Expenses: We provide detailed guidance on booking
Alcohol: Alcohol is available to buy in shops and supermarkets throughout your trip, and your team will make regular stops.
Horseback or camel rides (please note, riding helmets are not provided)

Travelling With Our Team

FAQs

We have a detailed FAQ page covering everything from packing lists to payments.Below are answers to the most common questions our guests tend to have at this stage.

Booking Conditions & Payment

Deposit

Deposit of US$ 600 pp with flexible payment options for the remaining balance

Booking Conditions

Our booking terms and conditions cover payments, cancellations, and other key details. You can read them here.

If you decide to cancel your trip, by choice or necessity, up to 10 weeks before departure, we will fully refund your deposit (and balance if paid). Refunds will be made in GBP or US$ excluding fees we incurred to receive your payment and any cancellation fees we incur for domestic flights or accommodation booked at your request. The actual amount you receive may be lower or higher depending on the exchange rate used by your bank.
If you decide to cancel between 10 and 31 days before departure, we will fully refund your balance (if paid), and your deposit will be held as credit to be used on a different trip instead (with no cut off date. This can be transferred to a friend or family member). Refunds will be made in GBP or US$ excluding fees we incurred to receive your payment and any cancellation fees we incur for domestic flights or accommodation booked at your request. The actual amount you receive may be lower or higher depending on the exchange rate used by your bank.
If you cancel within 30 days of departure, we will retain the following percentage of your deposit and balance.
30 days before departure – 50% of holiday cost
29 – 15 days before departure – 90% of holiday cost
Less than 15 days before departure – 100% of holiday cost

Notes

There is no time limit on when you may use your deposit credit, but it is non-refundable if you decide to cancel in future.
Failure to join the tour will also mean you forfeit the tour cost. We will deduct the cancellation charge(s) from any monies you have already paid to us.

Who This Experience Is For

Who This Cycling Journey Is For

Riders with experience cycling on mixed terrain — sand, gravel, dirt tracks
Those with a good base level of cycling fitness who can enjoy sustained days in the saddle
Travellers open to a mix of accommodation — from family-hosted gers to standard tourist camps
People comfortable with flexibility — understanding that weather, terrain, and local rhythms may shape the day
Those riding for the joy of movement and landscape — not to tick off distances or collect achievements
Travellers looking to combine cycling with culture — experiencing modern Mongolia alongside time on two wheels

Who This Cycling Journey Is Not For

Riders seeking a fully guided, technical mountain biking holiday with a cycling guide leading every mile
Those expecting luxury expedition-style logistics with chefs and high-production camp setups
Travellers uncomfortable with shared facilities or simple rural accommodation
Anyone wanting a rigid, fixed itinerary with guaranteed daily distances
Cyclists focused primarily on performance metrics or completing a challenge as an accomplishment

Accessibility Considerations

Our cycling journeys are shaped around specific travel routes. As a result, experiences may or may not be suitable depending on individual accessibility needs. We encourage travellers to review our Accessibility Information page for further detail and to get in touch with us directly with any questions — we’re always happy to talk through what’s possible and help you decide whether a particular trip is the right fit.

Other Logistics

Visas

Visa requirements vary depending on your nationality. For the most up-to-date information, we recommend checking evisa.mn. If you need guidance, we’re happy to help once your booking is confirmed.

International Flights

All international flights arrive at Ulaanbaatar’s Chinggis Khaan International Airport (UBN). We don’t book international flights, but we can advise on routes and airlines. Most travellers connect via Korea, Turkey, China, or Japan.

Airport transfers are typically included unless your journey begins in Ölgii, Mörön, or the Gobi but do check with Jess.

Domestic Flights

Some experiences include domestic flights within Mongolia, typically operated by MIAT or Hunnu Air. These are small aircraft, and schedules are subject to weather and operational changes, so flexibility is essential.

Domestic flights are excluded unless stated otherwise, as fares fluctuate. Keeping flights separate helps keep overall trip costs lower for you, but we handle all domestic flight bookings on your behalf.

Baggage allowance on domestic flights:

15kg checked luggage
5kg hand luggage

Excess baggage on domestic flights:

Usually USD $1–3 per kilo paid at check-in (not always applied)

Travel Insurance

Comprehensive travel insurance is essential for all travellers. While emergencies are rare, your insurance needs to work if something does go wrong. Arranging appropriate coverage is your responsibility.

What this means in practice

If you travel without insurance, you will be personally responsible for any costs arising while you’re away — including medical treatment, evacuation, delays, or other unexpected issues. You may also lose money if you need to cancel your trip and are unable to recover costs.

We provide guidance and links to suitable insurance options once you book.

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 Verified Amazing window onto life in Mongolia. This is a review of my two trips with EL, in June 2015 and March 2017.Our first trip with Eternal Landscapes was the first time I had ever travelled outside North America or Europe. I considered a number of travel companies, but Jess’s promptness of response and warmth at the outset, answering all my questions and putting together a plan that made sense for our family (parents and two teenagers) was quickly the deciding factor in favor of going with Eternal Landscapes. Our actual trip was about two weeks long, featuring lots of walking, driving, camping, and a bit of horseback riding. We had a guide and driver, and our family travelled in a Russian furgon, which is kind of like a 4WD VW bus on steroids. Highlights included visiting with a local family in the Orkhon river valley, finding wild peonies, riding camels in the Gobi desert, and the amazing feeling of being able to walk cross country without a path and camping in beautiful spots. Jess even set up a private concert for us featuring local folk musicians. I was so overwhelmed by the whole experience that even now I have a hard time putting it into words. At the same time, the price tag was moderate compared to other choices. The style of travel was very basic, but this certainly wasn’t an issue, and allowed us to get a taste of life more similar to what people who live there experience.Two years later, I went back alone, and joined a small group travelling to Western Mongolia. This trip was led by Jess directly, and was truly one of the most amazing experiences of my life. For one thing it was in the winter (spring really, encompassing the Nauryz festival in Ulgii), and we stayed almost exclusively in people’s homes. We stayed in the homes of several eagle hunters, met their families, shared meals, played games. This involved lots of sleeping on the floor, sometimes in a room containing all of us plus the entire family, but the privilege of having this kind of a window onto people’s daily lives is still astonishing to me. Also on this trip, I was able to spend a bit more time in Ulaan Baatar, visiting a family in a ger district and a felt-making workshop, and these were also highlights of the trip. Both trips were well organized and we were comfortable and well fed. The activities tended to be low key and unscheduled -- walking, driving, visiting, having tea, waiting around for a parade to start, but this felt natural, and by the same token it was easy to find time to explore on our own a little, which generally took the form of walking up the nearest hillside. The guides, aka “trip advisors” were kind, helpful, and responsible, and although occasionally language issues emerged, they would be on the phone to Jess sorting things out satisfactorily. There is very little good that can be said about driving in Mongolia, but the drivers were experienced and responsible and we felt safe. They were also excellent ad hoc mechanics, constantly taking care of the beast (and fixing a flat on the way to the Gobi, where not a single car came by during the two hours we were stopped on the road).Anyway I can’t say enough good things about Jess and Eternal Landscapes, if you are looking for a window onto real life in Mongolia. This is not a luxury outfit, and you’ll go longer than you ever thought possible without indoor plumbing, but you gain far more than you give up travelling with EL.
  
 
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 Verified Small personalised perfect tours for travellers I found Jess on Tripadvisor Forum and I am so grateful to travellers who post there, as the recommendations were found to be spot on. I was looking for a small private tour rather than joining a large group organised by large international tourist companies, and especially I did not want to share a ger or tent with 5 strangers. Having found Jess I set about inviting friends to join me. I had a ger to myself and the other three couples had a ger each. Jess was organised and sufficiently prompt in responding to queries for me to have complete faith in her suggestions. And the tour was very good value. The trip assistants, who were also our wonderful cooks learned on our first trip to the supermarket (also fascinating) that everyone wanted healthy food, and so rather than the predicted daily boiled mutton we had lots of salads, vegetable and noodle soup (with some mutton), pesto pasta as well as traditional Mongolian foods. Whilst in the early days we offered to help chopping vegetables, the assistants were so amazingly efficient that we found we were more likely to get in their way. And we also had restaurant meals when we were in a town or city. Every day of the tour provided new surprises; one of the benefits of a private tour is that the keen photographers on our tour could ask the driver to stop the vehicles to capture the special moments. Our two drivers were great and also very handy, able to fix any car issue as well as stopping to help other stranded tour groups!Eternal Landscapes also has a social responsibility approach to travel which was admirable. The big highlight was of course Naadam, which provided extraordinary photographic opportunities.Other hightlights: - We had a wonderful unmissable and unforgettable night with a goat herder nomad family – a priceless experience that was completely Mongolian. (The seven of us shared one of the family’s gers on this occasion).- We covered a large variety of landscapes and Jess incorporated walks into the tour on many days so that we could be IN the landscape. - And we were able to interact with Mongolian people who came to visit us at our lunch stops, teach us archery and about archery competition, play musical instruments/ throat sing, in the arena at Naadam as well as to our times shopping for our meals.I have no hesitation in recommending Eternal Landscapes. We had a truly wonderful trip.
  
 
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   alex d 
 
 
 Verified Phenomenal Trip of a Lifetime I was lucky enough to spend a week with the Eternal landscapes team, more specifically with Khisgee my trip assistant and Sandag our driver as I cycled through parts of the Gobi desert and Western Mongolia. I can honestly say, I've never met a team who are so passionate and caring about what they do, but also who believe so strongly in the principles of real authentic tourism. Both Sandag and Khisgee were great entertainment as I worked on my Mongolian throughout the trip, but also chuckled at me several times hurtling on my bicycle through the desert. The eternal landscapes team have a great reputation amongst the Mongolian countryside and the people here, which is such an important aspect of choosing a tour group, as they'll drive you deep into remote areas of Mongolia and you'll be welcome with open arms to catch and sheer sheep, ride camels and horses and use slingshots with the kids. I couldn't recommend this team any more, and don't hesistate in using them.
  
 
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   livinglifetothefull1 
 
 
 Verified Attention to Detail was Amazing I found Jess and Eternal Landscapes through a search on tripAdvisor. I wanted a tour that incorporated Nadaam as well as the Gobi desert for myself and my husband. Jess was very prompt to reply and gave us a personal touch in putting together a plan that suited us. I have never received such a high level of personal service when dealing with a travel company.Once in Mongolia everyone that we met from the company were fantastic.Our guide Amaraa couldn't do enough for us and her cooking skills were great - we even had pizza in the Gobi dessert! Bayarra our driver didn't speak much English but that didn't matter as we still played cards and felt very safe with him at all times.The ethics of the company were what really stood out for me - you know that the employees are treated well and I felt I was giving back to the country rather than some large tour group run overseas.Book with this company - you will not regret it!
  
 
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   Peter M 
 
 
 Verified Amazing Mongolia with the amazing Eternal Landscapes We travelled with Eternal Landscapes on their 23 day Untamed Mongolia trip. Wow, what a trip!Let's be honest. It's Mongolia, first and foremost, that is the star. Wonderful scenery, fascinating history, a living, breathing culture and big skies. Astounding. Go. You'll love it. And it's uncrowded. But who to go with? Well, in most instances, my wife and I prefer to organise our own itinerary. But Mongolia is big, largely devoid of road signs in its vast landscapes and we felt local knowledge would add greatly to our travel experience. An organised trip seemed to be the best option. We initially chose Eternal Landscapes for their sustainable credentials. We got so much more. Their group size is maximum of 6 (4 guests on our tour), so we never overwhelmed anywhere we stopped. Jess and Turuu, the owners of EL, have searched for the less visited, and rarely visited locations (as well as the big highlights). The mix of private Ger accommodation, camping and regional hotel stays was good. When we camped (my favourite) we were always by ourselves and always in a stunning location. And there were no tourist Ger camps for us, just family run and authentic. Our guides and drivers were knowledgable, enthusiastic and great fun. We visited places other tour groups didn't go, we walked to amazing vistas and historic monasteries. But it was never hurried and there was always time. We laughed, we celebrated and we had, perhaps, our best trip ever. We loved Mongolia and our time with Eternal Landscapes so much we're going back. This time in winter.
  
 
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   IvanaParty 
 
 
 Verified Well organised and interactive small group tour to Western Mongolia I joined the Eternal Landscape small group tour Altai and Eagles in September 2018, and it was an amazing experience. The highlight of the tour was the Eagle festival where we had the opportunity to see Eagle hunters we had met and stayed with en route show off their skills, as well as to observe some other local sports (wrestling, archery, wife catching races....).The trip offered the unique experience of traveling through Mongolia in the famous Furgon - each furgon is different and personalised but all are extremely safe and far more reliable than the western 4x4s of which we encountered a number stuck in rivers and on rough dirt roads. The accommodation was mixed - sometimes we stayed in separate visitor gers, other times on the floor of the family ger with the family. However the experience was always wonderful - the families were busy but welcoming, and we had up close encounters with the eagles and hunters we later saw in action at the festival.The EL employees were also very good - diligent in working with the tourists to experience the best of Mongolia, and always respectful and pleasant to the host families.Food was mixed - generally meat heavy so if you’re a vegetarian bring some supplements - but meal times were social and enjoyable. The team even produced a birthday cake one day for one of the group! And there were always tea and biscuits with the host families.This isn’t a luxury holiday so if long drops and sleeping bags on the ground aren’t your thing, this holiday isn’t for you. However if you want to experience the real Mongolia in a unique and respectful way, it is highly recommended.
  
 
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   Jeanne W 
 
 
 Verified Extremely helpful Jess at Eternal Landscapes was so helpful and patient with all of my questions over email - even though my dates didn't work out and I didn't actually get to go on an EL trip, I would highly recommend EL as a tour group. They were so considerate and supportive and took the time to listen to all my concerns!
  
 
 
  
 
 
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