Amazing Gobi and Central Mongolia
Duration: 9 days 8 nights
Type: Cultural
Level: Moderate
Vehicle: Ground transportation by 4WD
Meals: Breakfast, lunches, and dinners
Highlights: This tour offers 9 days of travel in Mongolia, including visits to natural and cultural landmarks such as the White Stupa, Yol Canyon, Khongor Sand Dunes, and Karakorum museum.
Accommodation: 4 days in ger camp, 2 guest ger, 1 days guest house and 1 Boutique ger stay
Sustainability: The tour supports local communities and promotes sustainable tourism by helping to preserve culture, lifestyle, and natural lands. Additionally, by purchasing the trip, you are helping to provide school supplies to local youth organizations.
FROM $2150
Itinerary
Day 1: Drive to Terelj National Park and Genghis Khan Statue
We'll visit Terelj National Park, (about 2 hours/170 km) stopping at the world's largest Genghis Khan statue, then see Turtle Rock and Ariyabal Meditation Temple.
Accommodation: Ger Camp
Meals: BF, L, D
Day 2: Drive to White Stupa
Explore the stunning 200m high White Stupa in Dundgovi, (about 7 hours/ 350 km) a limestone escarpment with colorful cliffs. Sunset climb offers breathtaking views.
Accommodation: Ger camp
Meals: L, D
Day 3: Hiking to Yol Canyon
Yol Canyon (about 6 hours/450km) known as the bearded vultures canyon with rocky cliffs, located at 2500m high. Visit the small museum, hike for an hour to discover rare wildlife, and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
Accommodation: Ger camp
Meals: BF, L, D
Day 5: Khavtsgait valley, Nomadic family homestay
Enjoy nomadic hospitality with Amaraa's family(3 hours/ 200km) Activities include visiting Buyan Lama's meditation monastery, exploring ancient petroglyphs. Helping with daily chores, making Mongolian food, and learning traditional songs.
Accommodation: Guest ger
Meals: BF, L, D
Day 7: Drive to Karakorum
We'll visit Karakorum (about 9hours/450km)the ancient capital of Great Mongolian Empire, and explore its historical sites: Karakorum Museum, Erdenezuu Monastery, Kings' Monument, and Phallic Rock.
Accommodation: Ger Camp
Meals: BF, L, D
Day 4: Khongor sand dune
The Khongor Sand Dunes, (about 4 hours/350km) often referred to as the "Singing Sands," are one of Mongolia's most stunning natural attractions. Located in the Gobi Desert, these expansive dunes stretch approximately 100 kilometers (about 62 miles) and rise to heights of up to 300 meters (around 980 feet).
Accommodation: Guest house
Meals: BF, L, D
Day 6: Nomadic family homestay
Experience the heart of Mongolian culture by staying with a nomadic family and helping with their daily life! Immerse yourself in the breathtaking landscapes of the steppe as you participate in traditional activities like milking goats. It will be a great time to rest from our long drive with two days with all while enjoying the warmth of genuine hospitality.
Accommodation: Guest Ger
Meals: BF, L, D
Day 9: Ulaanbaatar city tour
We will drive back to Ulaanbaatar city (about 3 hours/150km) and drop you off at your hotel.
Accommodation: Your hotel
Meals: BF
Day 8: Khustai National Park
We will enjoy watching the endangered Przewalski's horse (about 4 hours/300km) the park is home to this iconic species, which roams freely alongside other animals like deers and various bird species. We will be welcomed by another nomadic family Ganaa to enjoy the hospitable enjoy with his family.
Accommodation: Boutique ger
Meals: BF, L, D
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Day 1: White Stupa
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Day 2: Yol Canyon
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Day 3: Camel Riding
Pricing
Trip Cost:
3 and more people 2250 USD (per person)
2 people 2650USD (per person)
1 person 4100 $ USD
Excluded:
- Travel insurance
- Additional tours to places not on the itinerary
- Additional horse riding and camel riding
- Hotel in Ulaanbaatar
Included:
- All meals on the itinerary
- All ground transportation (overland 4WD- private)
- Professional driver
- English speaking guide
- Activities (wildlife, horse riding, camel riding, hiking)
- Attractions places fee (Karakorum museum, Erdenezuu monasteries, Ariyabal mediation temple, Genghis Khan statue and so on)
- All national park or area entrance fee
- Drinking water and snack
- Pickups and drop-offs service