Travel Gobi Mongolia- 10 days
Travel Gobi Mongolia
Duration-10 days/9 nights
Group size– 2- 5 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 –(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
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
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
Khongor sand dunes are one of the largest sand dunes in Mongolia. And it covers a 180km long area. The largest dunes are North West of the range up to 800 meters high. You can climb to the top of the sand dunes and slide down. But it seems a challenge for many people. Once you are on the top of the dunes, slide the sand northwards against the wind. Also you will hear a sound like an aircraft. This is the sand singing. And you can hear the sand singing when the sand is dry. The view of the desert is awesome from the top of the sand dunes. Experience the endangered two-humped Bactrian camels and big open blue skies in the Gobi Desert. 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
Ongi Monastery is located at the foot of Mount Saikhan Ovoo, near the village of Saikhan Ovoo in the province of Dundgovi. This monastery was one of the largest and most respected monasteries of Mongolia before its destruction in 1939 by the communist authorities. 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
The waterfall is located on the Orhon River in Bat-Ulzii, Uvurkhangai province. And the Orkhon is the longest river in Mongolia with a length of 1124 kilometres. The area is ideal for Fishing; Horse riding; Cycling and Photography. Also scenic and untouched natural distinct spots allow good opportunities for hiking and horseback riding. This valley is known as the home of Mongolian nomadic culture. Horse riding 1h
DAY 7 ORKHON WATERFALL
DAY 8 TSENKHER HOT SPRINGS
Tsenkher hot springs lies south of Tsetserleg town in Arkhangai province. And it come out from far deep part of the ground and its water is not mixed with soil waters because it is hot. Also the spring is kept in high pressure under the ground flow rate is high, 10 liters per seconds. The water has high mineral content and containing everything from simple calcium, sodium to sulphuric. Folklore claimed medical value some of this springs have. And they are often popular tourist destinations for Mongolian people. .
DAY 9 KHARKHORUM
Kharakorum was the capital of the Mongol Empire from 1235 to 1263. The site of Karakorum may have been first settled about 750. In 1220 Genghis Khan established his headquarters there and used it as a base for his invasion of China. Erdene Zuu – The first Buddhist monastery called Erdene-Zuu was built on ruins of Karakorum . And it was built in 1586 at the initiative of Avtai khan, most influential Prince of that time in Mongolia.
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DAY 10 ULAANBAATAR
After breakfast drive back to UB , transfer to your booked hotel or guesthouse. Travel Gobi Mongolia with us!
We offer 2 different type of tour arrangements for our customers.
Standard package
2 person-$1730 per person
3 person-$1450 per person
4 person-$1350 per person
5 more-$1250 per person
Included
*Traditional Barbecue Khorkhog-1
*Ger camp 8 night, 1 night nomads ger
*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
Budget package
2 person-$1250 per person
3 person-$1100 per person
4 person-$950 per person
5 more- $850 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
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