GOBI & CENTRAL MONGOLIAN
ALL-IN-ONE GROUP TOUR
6 night at tourist camp
Tour grade: Easy
11 Nights / 12 Days
Full board
$2190 per person
Maximum group size - 8 pax
TOUR INTRODUCTION Sustainable travel
This tour let you discover the majestic Golden Gobi, the mysterious Kharkhorum, and central Mongolia. The Mongolian Gobi Desert is the sixth-largest desert in the world and 2nd largest in Asia. The Gobi is known for its dunes, mountains, and rare animals such as snow leopards, black-tailed deer, marten, lynx, wild cats, antelopes, and two-humped Bactrian camels. Therefore, the Mongolian Gobi Desert is the largest dinosaur fossil reservoir in the world. Sustainable travel
Through this tour, we will explore the most exciting and mysterious places, such as Vulture Canyon, also known as Eagle Valley, Khongor dunes, and Bayanzag Flaming Cliffs, which are especially important as regards dinosaur fossils from the late Cretaceous period, that is the last of the main three periods of the dinosaur age, representing the final phase of dinosaur evolution. Su
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There are also many extraordinary places to discover Mongolian mysterious and majestic Gobi. You will not only see the best components of this immense legendary desert but also explore the historical site of the 13th-century capital Kharkhorin, a beautiful fresh lake Ugii, and Hustai National Park. Enjoy every moment with us! Sustainable travel
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS & DESINATIONS
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Experience & learn a nomadic lifestyle
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Horse and Camel riding 1 hour each
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Baga Gazriin Chuluu Rocky Formation
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Tsagaan Suvraga - White Stupa
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Yol Valley - Vulture Canyon
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Khongor Sand dunes
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BayanZag - Flaming Cliffs
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Ongiin Khiid ruined Monastery
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Orkhon valley-Ulaantsutgalan waterfall
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13th century capital Kharkhorum
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UNESCO Heritage site Erdene Zuu monastery
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Elsen-Tasarkhai semi-desert
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Hustai National Park - Wild horses
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Chinggis Khan Equestrian Statue Complex
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Terelj National Park
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Turtle Rock
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Aryabal Meditation Temple
TOUR OVERVIEW
The total travel distance is 2902 km
DAY 1.
DRIVE TO BAGA GAZARIIN CHULUU ROCKY FORMATION
Today, we will drive to the astonishing granitic formations of Baga Gazariin Chuluu, "the stone of the little place," located northwest of the Dundgovi province. Therefore, you can see on the rock the inscriptions written by two venerated monks who lived there in the 19th century. We will visit the ruins of an old temple dating from the 17th century on the site. We can see a deep, narrow hole. sustainable travel
The stagnating rainwater could treat ocular illnesses. There is a little ladle on the rock for the people to wash their eyes with the sacred water. sustainable travel
Accommodation: Tourist camp
Destinations: 280 km
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DAY 2.
DRIVE TO TSAGAAN SUVRAGA "WHITE STUPA"
Today, we will drive to Tsagaan Suvarga, located in Dundgovi province. sustainable travel
It is interesting to see the sheer slope facing east, which seems to be the ancient city's ruins from a distance. Tsagaan Suvraga, 90 degrees straight, consists of many colors of clay deposits. sustainable travel
Accommodation: A Nomadic family's ger camp
Destinations: 276 km
DAY 3.
DRIVE TO YOLIIN AM "VULTURE CANYON"
This morning, we will drive to Yol Valley (Vulture Canyon). It is a beautiful deep canyon with many rocky cliffs created by many years of water erosion. After arrival at the canyon, we will take a 2-hour hike and see parts of a glacier left over from the winter months. sustainable travel
We can visit the local Natural History Museum on our way in/out of the park, where dinosaur eggs and bones, petrified trees, and a snow leopard are displayed. Overnight at a ger camp. sustainable travel
Accommodation: Tourist camp
Destinations: 210 km
DAY 4.
DRIVE TO KHONGORIIN SAND DUNES "SINGING DUNE"
Khongor dune is one of Mongolia's largest and most spectacular dunes, standing as high as 200 meters above the ground, 7-8 km wide, and 180 km long. Climbing the dunes is breathtaking, not just for the top view.
It surprises climbers that the dunes make a singing sound while you climb; that is why it is nicknamed the singing dunes. sustainable travel
The sand dunes make you feel extraordinary comfort and infinite peace. Once we get there, we will ride a camel along the Khongor sand dunes. The two-humped Bactrian camels are very comfortable to ride as they walk slowly and gently. You will be well supported by the humps, sitting comfortably between them. sustainable travel
Accommodation: Nomad family's ger camp
Destinations: 180 km
Day 5.
DRIVE TO ONGI RUINED MONASTERY VIA BAYANZAG FLAMING CLIFFS
This morning, we are going to drive to the Bayanzag area. Known as a Flaming Cliffs "Cradle of Dinosaurs," this is where the first nest of dinosaur eggs ever discovered was found in 1922. We will explore the area. Sustainable travel
Afterward, continue to drive to the Ongi Monastery, built in the late 18th century, to commemorate Mongolia's first-ever visit by a Dalai Lama.
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Accommodation: A Nomadic family's ger camp
Destinations: 340 km
DAY 6.
DRIVE TO ULAANTSUTGALAN WATERFALL
Today, we will drive to Orkhon Valley, registered as a World Cultural Heritage site by UNESCO in 2005. Many of Mongolia’s ancient monuments lie within its basin. Orkhon waterfall, also called UlaanTsutgalan, was formed by a series of volcanic eruptions about 20.000 years ago.
It cascades from a height of 22 meters and is 10m wide. We will visit a nomadic family, get experience there, and go horse riding for an hour.
Accommodation: Tourist camp
Destinations: 300 km
DAY 7.
DRIVE TO TUVKHUN MONASTERY
Today, we will drive to Tuvkhun Monastery. Visitors hike 5 km up to the monastery from the skirt of the mountain. The Tuvkhun monastery was first established in 1648 by the 14-year-old Zanabazar first Jebtsundamba khutuktu Bogd.
He first noticed this beautiful place in 1651 and then built a small wooden cabin for meditation.
That was the beginning of the Tuvkhun monastery.
Accommodation: A Nomadic family's ger camp
Destinations: 45 km
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DAY 8.
DRIVE TO KHARKHORUM & ERDENEZUU MONASTERY
In the morning, we will drive to the Kharkhorum, the Great Mongolian Empire's ancient capital. The city served as the Mongolian capital for only 40 years (until Khubilai Khaan moved it to Beijing). Chinese soldiers later destroyed most of the city during the second half of the 14th century. The remnants of the town were used to build the ErdeneZuu Monastery in the 16th century.
Upon arrival in the Kharkhorum, the first and most prominent landmark is the massive walls of the Erdenezuu Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Mongolia. Explore the area and visit the museum, etc. sustainable travel
Accommodation: Tourist camp
Destinations: 70 km
DAY 9.
DRIVE TO BEAUTIFUL UGII LAKE
After a hearty breakfast this morning, we’ll drive to Ugii Lake, located in the heart of central Mongolia. Known for its tranquil beauty and rich biodiversity, Ugii Lake is one of Mongolia’s largest freshwater lakes, covering about 25 square kilometers. The area is a haven for migratory birds, especially during summer, attracting birdwatchers from around the world.
As we arrive, we can enjoy a peaceful walk along the shore, take in the stunning views, or even go for a boat ride to fully appreciate the serene waters and surrounding landscapes. It’s the perfect spot to connect with nature and unwind.
Accommodation: Tourist camp
Destinations: 75 km
DAY 10.
DRIVE TO HUSTAIN NATIONAL PARK VIA ELSEN TASARKHAI SEMI-DESERT
Today, we are going to drive to Hustai NP. The park lies in the foothills of the northern Khentii mountain range, where you can see wild horses called Takhi, known as Przewalski horses, to the world. sustainable travel
Wild horses survive in nature by themselves because they have been reintroduced successfully to their homeland after 40 years of extinction. Currently, the number of Takhi has already reached more than 450. Visit a local museum.
Accommodations: Tourist camp
Destinations: 280 km
DAY 11.
DRIVE TO CHINGGIS KHAN EQUESTRIAN STATUE COMPLEX AND TERELJ NATIONAL PARK AND BACK TO THE CITY
This morning, after having breakfast, we will drive to Chinggis Khan Equestrian Statue Complex, built in 2008, on the eight-hundredth anniversary of the Mongolian Empire's foundation in honor of its founder, Chinggis Khan. This giant stainless steel statue weighs 250 tons and is 40 meters (131 feet) high; it's the tallest statue representing a man on horseback in the world. If you want, we will be able to do some shopping.
Then, we will drive to Terelj National Park, considered one of the most beautiful places worth visiting because it combines sharp mountains with granite cliffs, forests, and rivers. Once we get there, we will see the Aryabal Buddhist meditation temple. The park looks so beautiful and peaceful from the top of the temple. After that we will drive back to the city. Transfer you to your hotel. End of the tour. Thank you very much for traveling with us!
Accommodations: Guest house
Destinations: 220 km
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DAY 12.
DRIVE BACK TO ULAANBAATAR CITY
After a delicious breakfast this morning, we’ll begin our journey back to Ulaanbaatar. Upon arrival, we will drop you off at your hotel or any location of your choice.
Thank you for traveling with us, and we hope you had an unforgettable experience. It’s been a pleasure having you on this tour.
Destinations: 70 km
INCLUSION
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Private transportation & fuel
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Professional driver and tour guide
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Accommodations
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Three meals per day (B/L/D)
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All taxes & entrance fees
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Sightseeing costs
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1.5L pure water per day
EXCLUSION
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Travel and medical insurance
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Alcoholic drinks
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Snacks & sweets
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Tip "optional"
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Horse & camel riding "optional"
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Single Supplement
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT
$450
