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Overview
Travel through Mongolia and see the country beyond the usual highlights.
Over the course of the journey, you’ll cross the wide open landscapes of the Gobi, travel through mountains and steppe, visit ancient sites, and stay in traditional ger camps along the way. You’ll meet nomadic families, share meals, hear stories and get a glimpse of everyday life on the Mongolian steppe.
There is also plenty of history along the way, from the legacy of Chinggis Khaan to the remains of ancient settlements and monasteries. In the evenings, you might find yourself listening to traditional music, watching a local performance, or simply sitting outside a ger as the sun goes down.
Mongolia is a country where the landscapes are huge and the pace of life is often slow. The best moments are sometimes the simplest ones, a cup of tea with a family, horses running across the steppe, or a quiet sunset with nothing but the horizon in front of you.
This is Mongolia as it is lived, not just as it is seen.
Tour Plan
Day 1. Arrival in Ulaanbaatar
Upon arrival in Ulaanbaatar, you’ll be warmly welcomed by our guide and driver at the airport. If your flight arrives before 10:00 a.m., you will begin your discovery of the city with a tour including:
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Sukhbaatar Square & Chinggis Khaan Monument
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Chinggis Khaan Museum or National Museum of Mongolia
Later in the afternoon, transfer to your hotel for check-in and a short rest. In the evening, continue the city experience with a Mongolian Cultural Folkloric Concert, featuring traditional music and dance performances. Enjoy a delicious welcome dinner at a local restaurant before returning to your hotel for an overnight stay.
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals: L / D
- Route: Airport – Ulaanbaatar city
Day 2. Ulaanbaatar - Baga Gazriin Chuluu
After breakfast, tour is starting from Ulaanbaatar, we'll embark on a 280-km drive and set up camp in theopen fields at Baga Gazriin Chuluu Rocky Formation. This unique formation spans over 300 squaremeters, encircled by flat terrain.
- Accommodation: Tourist ger camp
- Meals: B / L / D
- Route: Ulaanbaatar city – Baga Gazriin Chuluu
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Total kilometer: 280km or 5-6 hours’ drive
Day 3. Baga Gazriin Chuluu - Tsagaan Suvarga
Early in the morning we head to visit beautiful Tsagaan Suvarga, also known as White Stupa, a picturesque rock formation located in Gobi. After capturing the landscape, enjoy the sunset at White Stupa. Stay overnight at ger camp.
- Accommodation: Tourist ger camp
- Meals: B / L / D
- Route: Baga Gazriin Chuluu – Tsagaan Suvarga
- Total kilometer: 180km or 3-4 hours’ drive
Day 4. Tsagaan Suvarga - Yoliin Am
This morning, we drive to Dalanzadgad of Gobi Desert. Our day begins with a 180- kilometer round trip journey to Yolyn Am National Park, renowned for its snow-clad cliffs. This park earns its name, YolynAm, from the rare, bearded vultures that inhabit it. Visit local museum located at the entrance gate to Yolyn Am valley. Our adventure continues with an exploration of the Dungeneegiin Am Valley, wheresteep rocky canyons and vigorous mountain streams characterize the landscape. This canyon remains predominantly snow-covered because of its limited exposure to direct sunlight, a phenomenon that persists until the middle of summer.
- Accommodation: Tourist ger camp
- Meals: B / L / D
- Route: Tsagaan Suvarga – Yol Valley
- Total kilometer: 180km or 3-4 hours’ drive
Day 5. Yoliin Am - Khongoriin Els (Khongor Sand Dunes)
We're heading to Khongor Sand Dunes, a 230-kilometer drive from our Gobi Gurvansaikhan National Park camp. These dunes are a stunning sight, with Rocky Mountains in the foreground and endless sandy terrain. An hour camel riding and hike on the dunes while taking in the breathtaking views.
- Accommodation: Tourist ger camp
- Meals: B / L / D
- Route: Yol Valley – Khongor Sand Dunes
- Total kilometer: 140km or 5–6-hours’ drive
Day 6. Khongoriin Els - Bayanzag (Flaming Cliffs)
This day, we will drive a total of 130 km and arrive at Bayanzag, also known as the Flaming Cliffs. Thissite is renowned for its extraordinary paleontological fossil discoveries, including the world's first findings of numerous dinosaur eggs and nests. Visit local museum and watch the videos of paleontological exploration.
- Accommodation: Tourist ger camp
- Meals: B / L / D
- Route: Khongor Sand Dunes – Bayanzag (Flaming Cliffs)
- Total kilometer: 130 km or 2-3 hours
Day 7. Bayanzag - Ongiin Khiid (Ongi Monastery)
We'll take a 170-kilometer drive to reach Ongi Monastery, which was founded between 1760-1810 and once hosted more than 100 priests. Today, only its ruins remain. Near the Ongi Monastery, you'll find a Yurt Museum established 22 years ago, showcasing historical items used by the priests in the past.
- Accommodation: Tourist ger camp
- Meals: B / L / D
- Route: Flaming Cliffs – Ongi Monastery
- Total kilometer: 170 km or 3-4 hours
Day 8. Ongi Khiid - Kharkhorin city (Ancient capital city)
This morning, we head to nomadic family that locates Uvurkhangai province. Enjoy the family after lunch and here we can do any job that local people do. Stay overnight near the family.
- Accommodation: Tourist ger camp
- Meals: B / L / D
- Route: Ongi Monastery – Nomadic family
- Total kilometer: 180 km or 4-5 hours
Day 9. Kharkhorin - Khustai National Park
After covering the 200-kilometer drive, we'll visit Kharkhorin (Karakorum) city, established by Chinggis Khan in 1220, and explore the historic Erdene Zuu Monastery. Erdene Zuu Monastery has thedistinction of being Mongolia's oldest Buddhist monastery, with its foundation laid in 1580. We’ll rest at the convenient camp there.
- Accommodation: Tourist ger camp
- Meals: B / L / D
- Route: Kharkhorin city – Khustai National Park
- Total kilometer: 240 km or 5-6 hours
Day 10. Khustai National Park - Ulaanbaatar
After breakfast at the tourist camp, we will drive 380 kilometers to Ulaanbaatar city and check into a hotel for a comfortable stay. In the evening, you have the option to explore the city, go shopping, and experience its vibrant culture. You also could enjoy a captivating cultural performance by the Mongolian Traditional Folk Song and Dance Ensemble.
- Accommodation: Hotel
- Meals: B / L / D
- Route: Khustai National Park – Ulaanbaatar City
- Total kilometer: 380 km or 6-7 hours
Day 11. Departure
After breakfast, our driver will arrive at your hotel to take you to the airport. Please ensure you have all your belongings packed and ready. We hope you leave with lasting memories and look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Safe travels!
- Meals: B
- Route: Ulaanbaatar – Airport
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Included
- Hotel in UB (twin share)
- Tourist ger camp (twin share)
- Private transfer
- English or Spanish speaking local guide
- Full board meals as per the itinerary
- Museums and cultural performances fees
- National parks and protected areas fees
- 2 bottles of water per day
Excluded
- International airfare
- Travel insurance
- Single room supplement
- Personal equipment and items
- Excess baggage charges
- Drinks and beverages