Best of Central Mongolia

Best of Central Mongolia Tour

Experience the best of Central Mongolia on this 8-day tour, exploring its nature, history, and culture. Your journey begins with a visit to the Chinggis Khan Statue Complex, the world’s largest equestrian statue and a symbol of Mongolian pride. Next, explore Terelj National Park, home to Turtle Rock and the peaceful Ariyabal Meditation Temple, with fresh air and rolling hills.

Continue to Elsen Tasarkhai, also called the Mini Gobi, for camel rides and sweeping views of sandy dunes and grasslands. Then visit the Orkhon Valley, where you can hike, ride horses, and see the stunning Orkhon Waterfall. Relax at Tsenkher Hot Springs, famous for their warm, mineral-rich waters.

Discover Khorgo Terkhiin Tsagaan Nuur National Park, with its volcanic landscapes and the dramatic Khorgo Volcano, perfect for hiking and exploring. Then enjoy a horseback trip through Taiga forests, open grasslands, and mountain steppes, experiencing the heart of Mongolia’s wild beauty. Finally, visit Kharkhorin and Erdene Zuu Monastery, one of Mongolia’s oldest Buddhist temples, for a glimpse into Mongolia’s rich history and culture.

This 8-day best of Central Mongolia tour is ideal for travelers seeking adventure, culture, and unforgettable landscapes.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Breakfast and dinner are provided by the ger camp. Depending on the day’s travel itinerary, lunch will be served either at the camp or at a local roadside café.

Breakfast at the ger camps: Each camp is different. Some camps serve a buffet breakfast, while others provide a simple breakfast such as bread, eggs, sausages, jam, cheese, cereals, yougurt, some fruits, coffee, and tea.
Lunch and dinner: Meals are typically Mongolian-style dishes including meat (beef, mutton, or chicken), vegetables, pasta, rice, soup, salad, and more, as well as some desserts.
Vegetarian and vegan meals are available upon request. However, please inform us in advance when booking your tour.

In rural areas, instead of hotels, seasonal ger camps serve tourists.

What is a ger camp?

Standard Ger Camps are like hotels, but instead of rooms, you sleep in a Ger. These camps are usually near famous places. A Standard Ger has 2 to 4 single beds, a small table, a stove to keep warm. And sometimes a a shelf or a small sink. There is no bathroom inside the ger. You will use clean toilets and hot showers in another building nearby. There is also a place to eat, and sometimes a small bar or game room.
Some camps have Ensuite Gers. These have a private bathroom inside the ger. If you want this type, please tell us. We can book it for you, but it costs extra. Please note that ensuite gers are not available at all tourist destinations, and some ger camps have only a few ensuite gers.

What Are Ger Guesthouses? ( Nomad’s extra ger)

Some nomadic families living in national parks or tourist areas run small businesses renting ger accommodations to backpackers. This gives you a chance to experience the real nomadic lifestyle up close.

These usually have 4–6 beds and are shared only with your group, not with others. Keep in mind, many nomadic families don’t have formal toilets at their summer homes. Instead, you’ll find simple toilet trenches, often screened on three sides. Also, most ger guesthouses may not have shower facilities, so be prepared for basic living conditions.

Hotels

In Ulaanbaatar, it is usually more cost-effective to book your hotel independently through Booking.com or similar websites and purchase the tour separately from a tour company. However, if you prefer, we can include hotel accommodation in your tour upon request.

Englsih seapking tour guides

All of our guides are highly proficient in English and are knowledgeable, flexible, and attentive to your needs. Guides in other languages can be arranged upon request for an additional fee.

Car with Driver

We provide comfortable Japanese or Korean vehicles suitable for both off-road and paved roads. Although we have a wide selection of vehicles, we will choose the most suitable option for you depending on the group size. All of our drivers are highly experienced, friendly, and skilled in safe driving.

Clothing:

• Warm layers: The weather can vary greatly, so pack both light and warm clothing, including warm tops and a good jacket.

• Comfortable walking shoes or hiking boots for outdoor activities.

• Rainproof jacket or poncho.

• Hat, gloves, and scarf for colder weather.

• Swimwear if you plan to visit hot springs.

Health and Safety:

• Personal medications and a basic first aid kit.

• Bug spray and sun cream.

• Prescription medications along with their prescriptions.

Toiletries:

Stick to small versions of your essentials to save space. Include:

• Soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste

• Sunscreen and moisturizing cream (especially helpful against sun and wind)

• Roll-on

• Shaving cream in a tube or stick

• Extra razor blades

• Wet and dry wipes