Travel Gobi Mongolia- 10 days
Travel Gobi Mongolia
Duration-10 days/9 nights
Group size– 2- 6 travelers
Departure- May to October. Dates are flexible and able to customize.
Activities –horse riding, camel riding, hiking, cultural experiences
Location- Gobi and Central Mongolia.
Travel Gobi Mongolia
DAY 1 BAGA GAZARIIN CHULUU
Baga gazariin chuluu
Baga Gazariin Chuluu –(Rock Formations) is a 15 km long and 10 km wide stone massif, is located Middle Gobi. This site is about 4 hours south of Ulaanbaatar. Over 20 kinds of medical herbs and many species of exist here. The granite Stone Mountain formations look like melted marshmallows one on top of another. Also, there is a spring water which comes from under source is good for eye illness.
DAY 2 TSAGAAN SUWARGA
Today’s destination is White Stupa.
The scarp of Tsagaan Suvarga is located in Ulziit soum of Dundgovi province. The cliff is 30 meters high and 100 meters wide. Over thousands of years the wind has created this amazing structure. Tsagaan suvarga is a big escarpment with 200m height and 400m long. Also it’s 90 degree of straight, consists of many colors of clay deposits. It looks like an ancient city. And sometimes looks like white stupas from a distance. After heavy rains,the unusual forms of cliffs can also look like a massive waterfall. So you can enjoy hiking around colorful Stupa.
DAY 3 YOL VALLEY
Yolyn Am also known as “Eagle Valley”
Yoliin Am is about 60 kilometres (37 miles) Southwest Dalanzadgad, in the mountains of Züün Saikhan. Yol valley forms a gorge that is so deep and so narrow, that only two persons can pass in some places. Although the sun shines a lot in this region, the canyon remains dark, so that in the bottom, a part of the river remains nearly all year long covered by a thick layer of ice. Here, travelers can discover permanent glaciers, endemic plants, and rare animals such as Siberian ibex, argalis, or bearded vultures. Enjoy small hiking and photographing the charming landscape and wildlife.
DAY 4 KHONGOR SAND DUNES
Our trip will continue driving to Khongoriin Els
We drive to the Hongor sand dunes. Khongoryn Els also known as the “Singing Dunes” because of the interaction between wind and sand, the sound can be either heard when the sand gets blown away by the wind or when you slide down on the surface. These are Mongolia’s largest sand dunes, reaching height of 300 meters in some areas. Although it could be a little challenging to get to the top of the Dunes, the breathtaking scenery and a vast landscape are always worth it. Experience the endangered two-humped Bactrian camels and big open blue skies in the Gobi Desert. Dune journey, camel riding and trekking.Enjoy Gobi and Travel Gobi Desert
DAY 5 BAYANZAG- FLAMING CLIFFS
Travel Gobi Mongolia Bayanzag
Flaming cliffs are located about 100 km at the northwest of Dalanzadgad. Bayanzag is one of the most famous palaeontological sites in the world. American explorer Roy Andrew Chapman first found dinosaur bones and eggs in the area in 1922. During the 2 years he searched through the Mongolian Gobi Desert and he found Dinosaur fossils from Bayanzag, Nemekht Mountain.
DAY 6 ONGI MONASTERY
Drive to Ongi monastery.
The older southern complex consisted of various administrative buildings as well as 11 temples. The northern complex, built in the 18th century, consisted of 17 temples – among them one of the largest temples in all of Mongolia. The grounds housed also 4 Buddhist universities. It was completely destroyed in 1939. Although there is little left, it is interesting to go there to explore the ruins.
DAY 7 ORKHON WATERFALL
DAY 8 TSENKHER HOT SPRINGS
Drive to Tsenkher hot springs
There is several tourist camps which are offering for tourists indoor and outdoor baths. They transfer the hot water via tubes from and built some pools. There are also indoor pools. Men and women bathe separately. It is an excellent place to relax.
DAY 9 KHARKHORUM
Kharkhorum
Kharkhorum was the capital of the Mongolian Empire between 1235 and 1260, and the Northern Yuan in the 14–15th centuries. Genghis Khan set up the first plan to build the capital and after his death, his son Ugudei continued the construction and established the capital. Explore Erdene Zuu Monastery and modern style historical Museum .
DAY 10 DRIVE BACK UB
We offer 2 different type of tour arrangements for our customers.
Budget package
2 person-$950 per person
3 person-$750 per person
4 person-$680 per person
5 person-$580 per person
6 person-$550 per person
Included
*Traditional Barbecue Khorkhog-1
*Ger Guesthouse 8 nights, Ger camp 1 Night
*English speaking tour assistant/ cook
*Driver+ fuel+4WD vehicle / Minivan
*Camel riding 1h
*Horse riding 1h
*Entrance fees for the parks and museums indicated in the program
*Daily drinking water (1.5 liter per person per day)
*Pick up and drop off from/ to train station or airport
Not Included
-Personal items
-Alcoholic drinks and snacks
-Travel insurance
-Accommodation in UB
-Gratuities for guides and drivers
Standard package
2 person-$1500 per person
3 person-$1300 per person
4 person-$1200 per person
5 person-$1150 per person
6 person-$1100 per person
Included
*Traditional Barbecue Khorkhog-1
*Ger camp 9 nights
*English speaking tour guide
*Driver+ fuel+4WD vehicle / Minivan
*Camel riding 1h
*Horse riding 1h
*Entrance fees for the parks and museums indicated in the program
*Daily drinking water (1.5 liter per person per day)
*Pick up and drop off from/ to train station or airport
Not Included
-Personal items
-Alcoholic drinks and snacks
-Travel insurance
-Accommodation in UB
-Gratuities for guides and drivers
Travel Gobi Mongolia
The Gobi Desert is the largest desert in Asia. And it is fifth largest desert in the world. People always imagine Gobi as a lifeless sandy desert. In reality, only 5% of the total area is sand dunes. The most part of the Gobi is a land of steppes, sands and mountains. And it is the home for camel breeders; rich with wildlife and vegetation. Also Gobi Desert is a land of dinosaurs. One of the most hospitable nomadic herders live in Mongolian Gobi. Explore and Travel Gobi Mongolia
Standard Travel Gobi Tour
Guide
An English speaking Mongolian guide will accompany the group at all times. The guide will be a native Mongolian person with great local knowledge. Also who can deal with any requests and ensure that your holiday to become one of the most unforgettable experiences of your life.
Accommodation
We believe that comfortable, welcoming accommodation is vital to the enjoyment of your trip. You will be staying in a standard tourist ger camp (traditional dwelling) with currency (220V), shower and other useful services (2 to 4 people per ger) in the countryside.
Meal
The tour meals included according to the itinerary. In the countryside, ger camps serve with some European and Mongolian meals. On some days there will be lunchboxes. It is good food and our experience has been that guests are happy with this arrangement.
Budget Travel Gobi Tour
Tour assistant guide
English-speaking local tour guide/assistant who also cooks. And will assist you to make your adventure tour around Mongolia in reality.
Accommodation
During our budget tours, you will stay in Mongolian traditional accommodation Ger Guesthouse.We make active support for local communities to improve their living standards by involving them in sustainable tourism. It would be also the best way for experiencing true Mongolian lifestyle. Also to be closer to the nomads. Most nomadic families do not have formal toilets in their summer places. So the most you can expect to find is a designated toilet trench that may be screened on three sides. No showering facilities will be available in some of the local ger guesthouses. Ger guesthouse has 4 -6 beds and occupancy is based on multi-share. But with only your group members and not with other tours.
Meal
During our driving days, we mostly have our lunches at local cafes on the way. On some days there will be lunchboxes. Also the breakfast and dinner is cooked by the tour guide. Vegetarians are welcome. Drinks provide 1.5 liter of mineral water per day.
Personal things to bring
- Waterproof jacket
- Warm coat/jacket and layers
- Swimsuit for hot spa
- Sunglasses
- A hat
- Headscarf to protect you from the sun and winds
- Trekking shoes
- Rubber slippers
- Don’t forget insect repellent
- Sun cream
- Lip-gloss
- Water purifying tablets
- First aid kit
- Large backpacks and bags
- All your camera equipment