What you will explore

Welcome to the enchanting Gobi Desert, a realm celebrated for its remarkable attributes: a treasure trove of dinosaur fossils, an untouched sanctuary amidst a rapidly changing world, and a haven for endangered species such as the wild ass, snow leopards, and the rare Gobi bear.
Embark on a mesmerizing 9-day tour that will unveil the very best of this mesmerizing region. Explore the ancient homeland of dinosaurs in the vast expanse of the Gobi desert. Witness the magnificent Khongor sand dunes, towering above lush green meadows, where the sands are said to sing their ethereal melodies. Traverse the sparsely inhabited and hauntingly beautiful endless steppe, adorned with captivating mirages that seem to dance before your eyes. Marvel at the renowned Bayanzag, known as the flaming cliffs, a site of immense historical and geological significance.
Immerse yourself in the wonders of nature, allowing yourself to relax and unwind amidst the untamed wilderness. Experience the nomadic way of life as you partake in activities such as driving, walking, camel riding, and climbing the majestic sand dunes.
Join us as we unveil the contrasts and marvels of these stunning destinations, where tranquility and adventure converge. Indulge your senses in the unparalleled beauty of the Gobi Desert and create memories that will last a lifetime.

Tour itinerary:

Arrive in Ulaanbaatar, welcomed by Travel to Mongolia’s staff at Chinggis Khan international airport. Drive to your Hotel. After the lunch at Mongolian Nomads restaurant, we will see Mongolian National museum and visit to Gandan monastery. Drive back to Hotel after the dinner.

ULAANBAATAR CITY

Early morning we will driver to Tsagaan Suvarga Cliff. It colorful earth wall We will pick you up from your accommodation and drive to Tsagaan Suvarga. It is sheer slope and was an old seabed with sedimentary structure created by millions years and the different colors of the ground represent different times. The formation is over 50 m in its highest point and continues 400 m and looks like a ancient ghost city form a distance. There is no clear date of geography research work and it is good spot take rest and overnight place driving to South Gobi desert from Middle Gobi desert. We will do some hiking around the site. Overnight there.

TSAGAAN SUVARGA

Today drive to Yol Valley. There horse ride and natural museum After breakfast time, we will drive to Yol Valley. Yol means vulture in Mongolian and the valley begins from Zuun Saikhan Mountain, a branch of the Gurvan Saikhan Mountain range, and stretches over 10 km. The narrowest part, only 3 or 4 person can pass in same time, of the valley is completely shaded from the direct sun shine by high cliff walls. Also, the valley is famous for the fact that there is ice created in winter by small stream of the valley present there even during the hot summer months until end of July. The beauty of the valley, combined with the smell of juniper creates an atmosphere of awe and wonder this is an experience not to be missed! There we will ride horse through the valley. An hour hiking is also a nice activity there if you not like horse ride. As well, we visit to local natural museum of Gurvan Saikhan National Park. Overnight there.

YOLIIN AM

On this day we will drive to Khongor Sand Dune. Khongor is second biggest sand dune in the country that extend along the northern side of Sevrei and Zoolun mountain ranges. It range from 5 to 10 km in width, nearly 100 km long, with crests rising 80 to 300m above the surrounding landscape. The booming sound produced by the masses of moving sand can be heard from afar when occurs windy day. Hence locals called it as Singing Sands. Near Khongor River at the northern edge of the dunes, there is an oasis. We will ride camels today to explore these massive sand-dunes and explore the area where climbing one of the dunes affords the energetic traveler with an unforgettable experience of endless vistas across a sea of daffodil-colored sand. Overnight there.

KHONGOR SAND DUNES

Bayanzag – dinosaur site After breakfast time, we will drive to Bayanzag. Bayanzag means saxual forest in English and area of red cliffs “Bayanzag” which have been formed from the erosion of the water and wind over many millions of years. A lot of dinosaurs’ findings such as Protoceratops & dinosaur’ eggs have been found there in first time. American zoologist Roy Chapman Andrews discovered this place and named as Flaming Cliffs. The red colored cliffs themselves are very imposing from a distance, and are particularly fiery in the light of the setting sun. It is an interesting place to wander about to get a closer look at one of the world’s most famous paleontological sites. In the evening we will walk around the site. Overnight there.

BAYANZAG

Drive to Kharhorum we will visit on the way Ongi Monastery Ruin After breakfast time, we will drive to Ongi Monastery Ruins. Ongi Monastery Ruins is the visible ruins of a Buddhist monastery founded in 1760 and destroyed in 1937 by communists. Located on the shore of the Ongi River, the monastery was formerly one of the largest monasteries in Mongolia. Raw violence of the destruction at Ongiin Khiid was still visible, still palpable, even though it happened over years ago. It is a good place for overnight of traveling between Central Mongolia and Gobi. We will hike to the ruins for visiting to local ger museum displayed survived objects of destroyed monastery and a small lovely and active Buddhist temple. Overnight there.

ONGI TEMPLE

We will drive to Orkhon valley. The Orkhon Valley Cultural Landscape is the place to visit for anyone who wishing to follow the historical path of the Mongol Empire. Orkhon valley is boasts its’ natural beauties, making it one of the favourite places among tourists. You will witness unique lifestyle, culture and rare historical memorials. Beauty of Orkhon Valley, Orkhon waterfall formed by combination volcanic eruption and earthquakes some 20000 years ago cascades down from a height 27 meters. The Orkhon, longest river in Mongolia, begins at the state worshipped mountain Suvraga Khairkhan in the Khangai mountain range. Overnight there

ORKHON WATERFALL

Former capital of Genghis Khan After breakfast time, we will drive to Karakorum. Karakorum, the capital of Great Mongolian State where today there is a small local township. In the history, the city of Karakorum was founded in 1220 in Orkhon River Valley by order of Genghis Khan and after collapsing of Yuan dynasty of Khuvilai Khan Min state’s invaders sacked the city and massacred its inhabitants in 1388 and ruined it. After 200 years, Erdene Zuu, built in 1586, is the first Buddhist monastery to have been built in Mongolia and by various construction materials were taken from the ruins of Karakorum. At its peak in the late 18th century the complex of ornate gardens and 62 temples was home to over 1000 lamas. But in 1937, by communist purges the whole monastery completely destroyed. We will visit to Karakorum Museum, Karakorum Ruin Open Museum and Erdene Zuu Monastery Complex respectively. Overnight there.

KHARAKHORUM CITY

Back to Ulaanbaatar city.

BACK TO ULAANBAATAR

Leave Ulaanbaatar. Our driver drop off to Chinggis Khan international airport. Thank you for visiting our country.

BACK TO ULAANBAATAR

$1,850US/PAX

Tour schedule:

  • from 1st of June to 9th of June 2024
  • from 11th of June to 19st of June 2024
  • from 21st of June to 29th of June 2024

Group size from 3 to 10 people!

Price includes

  • Vehicle with driver + Gasoline
  • English speaking guide
  • Accommodation/Ger camps and Hotel/
  • All meals and food during this tour
  • National park entrance tickets
  • Museum tickets
  • Airport shuffle
  • Other small administration fees Basically, includes everything.
  • Per day 3 bottle water for per person /1,5 liter/

Price excludes

  • Items of personal nature
  • Beverages, alcoholic drinks, bar bills, laundry
  • Travel and insurance
  • International transportation
  • Excess baggage fee in the flight /15kg includes handbag is free of charge/
  • Optional activities
  • Single supplement /For hotel or Ger camp/
  • Gratuity for the tour team
  • Taxi