GOBI DESERT AND CENTRAL MONGOLIA TOUR

0TOUR DURATION: 10D/9N
TOUR COST: 2100USD PER PERSON 2-3 / 1900USD PER PERSON FOR 4-6 PAX
GROUP SIZE: 2-6
DEPARTURES:   2Jun / 20 Jun /15 Jul 
TOUR GRADE: EASY

Highlights of the tour

  • South Gobi and Central Mongolia
  • Learn nomadic life
  • Chances to take photography
  • Horse and Camel riding
  • Mongolian traditional BBQ
  • Mongolian traditional concert

Tour introduction

Mongolia is a land of miracles! There's no fences on this vast land, horsemen and animals roam free here! Traveling overland in safari style, you will visit Terelj and Khustai National parks, the ancient capital Karakorum, Erdenezuu monastery, beautiful Great white lake and spectacular Orkhon valley. Then you will head to the vast expanses of the Gobi Desert and explore sand dunes of Khongoriin Els, the glacial canyon of Yolyn Am, and the red cliffs of Bayanzag, where the world’s richest deposits of dinosaur fossils are found. You will have the chance to visit nomadic families and to take part in horse-riding or guided walking if you wish – there are also endless opportunities for photography. Now come and take this wonderful trip with us! 



Day1. Kharkhorin and Erdenezuu monastery (B/L/D)

In the morning, we will drive to the Kharakorin, the site of the ancient capital of the Great Mongolian Empire. The city served as the Mongolian capital for only 40 years (until when Khubilai Khaan moved it to what is now Beijing). Most of the city was later destroyed by Chinese soldiers during the second half of 14th century. And the remnants of the city were used to build the ErdeneZuu Monastery in the 16th century. Upon arrival in Kharakorin the first and most obvious landmark is the massive walls of the Erdenezuu Monastery, which was the first Buddhist monastery in Mongolia. stay in ger camp (about 290 kms)


Day2. Khorgo, Volcanic mountain and Great White lake (B/L/D) 

Travel beside the Chuluut River which has carved a deep canyon into the basalt rocks. This canyon is famous for its rich fishing grounds. Arrive at Khorgo Volcano that is an extinct volcano, covered with basalt and lays to the east of Lake Terkhiin. It is an astonishingly beautiful lake formed by a dam of lava flowing from a volcanic eruption many millennia ago. It is possible to see interesting bubbles of solidified lave named “Basalt ger’. The northern most slope of the Hangai mountain chain, in the Arhangai Province. Overnight in ger camp (About 290kms)


Day3. Tsenkher Hot spring (B/L/D)

After breakfast, we will drive to Tsenkher hot spring, Mongolia’s most famous hot spring is located in Tsenkher village.  This natural beauty is located 27km south from Tsetserleg town which is the central town of the Arkhangai province. The hot spring surrounded by cliffs and rapid rivers is located between woody hills and breathtaking mountains. Stay in the ger camp (About 130kms- About 4 hours driving)


Day4.  Orkhon Valley and Ulaan Tsutgalan waterfall (B/L/D)

Today we will drive to Orkhon valley, registered as World Cultural Heritage by UNESCO in 2005, this Orkhon River valley is known as the cradle of the Mongolian civilization holding many of Mongolia’s ancient monuments lie within its basin. There is Orkhon waterfall also called UlaanTsutgalan, formed by a series of volcanic eruptions about 20.000 years ago. It cascades from the height of 22 metres and is 10m wide. We will visit to nomadic family and get experienced there and make horse riding for an hour.  Overnight in ger camp (about 150 kms)


Day5. Ongi temple ruins (B/L/D)

We will drive to Ongi temple. Ongiin Khiid is known as complex of ruins of two monasteries called Barlim Khiid and Khutagt Khiid. There is not much left to see, but there are plenty of interesting ruins to explore and one of the monasteries is rebuilt recently. Overnight in ger camp (about 300 kms)


Day6. Bayanzag or Flaming cliffs and walking around (B/L/D) 

Visit 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. A site famous for the remains of dinosaur that lived here 60 million years ago. You can walk around where dinosaurs once roamed and see saxaul trees and other classic desert vegetation. Overnight in ger camp (about 150 kms)


Day7. Khongor sand dunes and hiking to the top of sand dunes (B/L/D)

Today we will drive to Khongor sand dunes. At 28 m in height the giant sand dunes stretch lengthwise some 180 kms. Sometimes the area is only several hundred meters wide but can grow to 7-20 kms.  We will hike to the top of the sand dunes. We will try camel riding along the Khongor sand dunes etc. The two-humped Bactrian camels are very comfortable to ride as they walk slowly and gently, and you will be well supported by the humps, sitting comfortably between them.  Overnight in ger camp (about 150 kms)


Day8. Yol valley and small hiking through the canyon (B/L/D)

In the morning we will drive to Yol Valley (Vulture Canyan). The Vulture Canyon, which nestles between the beautiful peaks of Gurvansaikhan of the Three Beauties. After arrival at the canyon, we will take 2-hour hike through the canyon and maybe able to see parts of a glacier left over from the winter months. On our way in/out of the park we can visit the local Natural History Museum where dinosaur eggs and bones, petrified trees and a snow leopard are on display. Overnight in ger (about 180 kms)


Day9. Drive to Tsagaan Suvarga (B/L/D)

Today we will drive to Tsagaan Suvarga. The scarp of Tsagaan Suvarga is located in Ulziit soum of Dundgobi province. It is interesting to see the sheer slope, facing east, which from cliff is 30 meters high and 100 meters wide. Over  thousands of years the wind has created this amazing structure.  Overnight in ger camp (about 250 kms)


Day10. Drive to UB (B/L)

After breakfast we will drive to UB. Transfer to the hotel. We will do some shopping. drop you at your hotels (about 470 kms)

THANKS FOR JOINING US

Inclusion 

All transportation listened in the itinerary
Twin share accommodation:  in ger camps 
Three meals per day
Services of English speaking guide
All taxes and entrance fees to the protected areas
Sightseeing cost

Exclusion

All transfers between airport and hotel
Travel and medical insurance
Alcoholic drinks
Hotel in UB
Tips
Horse and camel riding cost
Meals in UB