WHEN TO GO
April-October 15, 2023
IDEAL LENGTH
8 days 7nights
PRICE
1pax
2 pax
3-5 pax
TRAVEL REGION
Gobi, Central Mongolia
Tour itinerary
Day 1. Ulaanbaatar / Middle Gobi 220km
Early morning, begin your journey to Baga Gazriin Chuluu, a unique formation of rocks. Visit ruins of an ancient temple and explore the area. Picnic lunch. Dinner and overnight stay in a ger camp. (L/D)
Day 2. Tsagaan Suvarga 280 km
After breakfast visit the ruins of Sum Khukh Burd Temple. Continue driving to Tsagaan Suvarga, a fascinating white limestone cliff which resembles a Stupa. Picnic lunch. Dinner and overnight stay in a ger camp. (B/L/D)
Day 3. South Gobi / Yolyn Am Valley 280km
Drive further south. Arrive at the Gobi Gurvansaikhan National Park. Spend the day on an excursion to Yolyn Am Valley, hiking and enjoying stunning photographic opportunities. Lunch, dinner and overnight stay in a ger camp. (B/L/D)
Day 4. Khongoryn Els Sand Dunes 200 km
After breakfast drive to Khongoryn Els Sand Dunes known as the Singing Dunes. A climb up to the sand dunes will be rewarded with breathtaking views. In the evening observe a spectacular sunset, please prepare your cameras. Lunch, dinner and overnight stay in a ger camp. (B/L/D)
Day 5. South Gobi / Flaming cliffs of Bayanzag 150km
Drive to the world-famous Flaming Cliffs of Bayanzag, rich in saxaul trees of Gobi. Explore the site of the first paleontological discoveries in Mongolia by following the footsteps of Roy Chapman Andrews, (January 26, 1884 – March 11, 1960), an American explorer, adventurer and naturalist. Visit a nomadic camel breeding family and experience the hospitality of Mongolian nomads. Enjoy a short camel ride. Lunch, dinner, and overnight stay in a ger camp. (B/L/D)
Day 6. South Gobi / Ongi Monastery 150km
After breakfast drive north. Visit the ruins of the once great Ongi Monastery, visit a local restored temple and have a walk in the surrounding area. Dinner and overnight stay in a ger camp. (B/L/D)
Day 7. Karakorum, Erdene-Zuu Monastery 300km
After breakfast drive to Karakorum, once the capital of the 13th century Great Mongol Empire. Visit Erdene-Zuu Monastery. Visit the Karakorum museum. Dinner and overnight stay in a ger camp. (B/L/D)
Day 8. Ulaanbaatar 380km
After breakfast drive back to Ulaanbaatar. Lunch on the way. Overnight stay in a hotel. (B/L)
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Tour Package Price INCLUDES:
English speaking guide at all times
In the countryside all lodging will be in ger camps in twin use
All meals are provided as stated in the itinerary
Ground transportation: in the countryside by a chauffeur-driven 4WD jeep
Park entrance fees
Sightseeing as per itinerary
1 liter of drinking water per day per person
Package price DOES NOT INCLUDE:
Accommodation in a hotel or hostel in Ulaanbaatar, hotel extras, such as telephone calls, bar bills and laundry services
Single occupancy in ger camps 140 USD per person
Travel insurance, medical insurance, visa application fees, alcoholic beverages
Personal expenses such as items of a personal nature
Gratuity to local guides and drivers