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Central Mongolian highlights

Discover Mongolia on this 6-day Central Mongolian Highlights tour. Visit the iconic Chinggis Khan Statue Complex, explore Gorkhi-Terelj National Park with Turtle Rock, and enjoy the peaceful Ariyabal Meditation Temple. Continue to Elsen Tasarkhai, the stunning Orkhon Valley Cultural Landscape, relax at Tsenkher Hot Springs, and visit historic Kharkhorin. This Central Mongolian Highlights tour blends culture, history, and breathtaking scenery.

  • Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
  • Tour Type: Private Tour
  • Available: Daily from 15 May to 15 October (Choose your preferred travel dates, and we can tailor the itinerary to suit your interests.)
  • Activities: Enjoy a scenic drive, light hikes, a 1-hour camel ride, a 1-hour horse ride and visits to historic sites and lush green scenery.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1

Terelj National Park 

Today we pick you up from your hotel at 9:00 am. First, we visit the iconic Genghis Khan Statue. After exploring the statue complex, we drive to Terelj National Park, one of Mongolia’s most beautiful and popular parks.

In Terelj, visit Turtle Rock and the nearby Ariyabal Meditation Temple, both offering great views. The park’s mix of nature and culture makes it one of the top Central Mongolian highlights.

Distance: 100km ( 2h drive on paved road )
Standard Ger Camp ( Lunch/ Dinner)
Mongolian Short Tours

Day 2

Elsen Tasarkhai: The Mini Gobi Experience on Central Mongolian highlights

After breakfast, we drive to Elsen Tasarkhai, a semi-desert in central Mongolia. Known as the “Mini Gobi,” it features sandy dunes, grasslands, rocky formations, and small water bodies.

Enjoy a 1-hour camel ride, explore the dunes, and take in the stunning scenery. Perfect for photos and short walks, Elsen Tasarkhai is a must-visit stop on your tour.

Distance: 340km ( 6h drive on paved road )
Standard Ger Camp (Breakfast/ Lunch/ Dinner)
Elsen tasarkhai

Day 3

Orkhon Valley 

The Orkhon Valley is one of Central Mongolian highlights. The valley features lush grassy plains, a winding river, and the majestic Khangai Mountains in the background.

Enjoy hiking and a 1-hour horseback ride to explore the valley. Visit the famous Orkhon Waterfall, framed by rocky cliffs. With its rivers, mountains, and open plains, the Orkhon Valley is truly unforgettable.

Distance: 185km ( 4-5h drive on paved/ dirt road)
Standard Ger Camp (Breakfast/Lunch/ Dinner)
Orkhon waterfall

Day 4

Tsenkher Hot Springs

Tsenkher Hot Springs is famous for its mineral-rich waters, known for their healing properties. The waters contain minerals like calcium, sodium, and sulfur, which are believed to be good for the body.

The peaceful surroundings make it perfect for relaxing. Soak in the hot springs, unwind, and enjoy the calm. It’s also great for nature lovers and photographers, with beautiful scenery everywhere.

Distance: 120km ( 4h drive on dirt road )
Standard Ger Camp (Breakfast/Lunch/ Dinner)
Explore Central Mongolia Tour

Day 5

Kharkhorin & Erdene Zuu Monastery

Today, we will visit Kharkhorin, the former capital of the Mongol Empire. This historic town is full of cultural treasures and stories from the past.

We’ll explore Erdene Zuu Monastery, one of Mongolia’s oldest and most important Buddhist temples, and also visit the Kharkhorin Museum.

Distance: 125km ( 3-4h drive on dirt/ paved road )
Standard Ger Camp (Breakfast/Lunch/ Dinner)
Kharkhorin

Day 6

Return to Ulaanbaatar

After breakfast, we drive from Kharkhorin back to Ulaanbaatar. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your booked hotel. This marks the final stop of your Central Mongolian Highlights Tour.

Distance: 365km ( 6h drive on paved road )
(Breakfast/ Lunch)

Central Mongolian highlights Price

2 people -$1368 per person

3 people -$1140 per person

4 people -$1020 per person

5 and more – $960 per person 

Included

  • Breakfast- 5, Lunch- 6, Dinner-5
  • Standard ger camp 5
  • English speaking tour guide
  • Driver+ Gas+4WD vehicle / Minivan
  • Camel riding 1h
  • Horse riding 1h
  • Entrance fees for the parks and museums listed in the program
  • Daily drinking water (1.5 liter per person per day)

Not Included

  • International Airfare and Mongolia visa fee
  • Personal items
  • Alcoholic drinks, snacks, bar bills, laundry
  • Accommodation in Ulaanbaatar
  • Travel insurance
  • Single supplement
  • Gratuities for guides and drivers

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Why Choose This Tour?

Central Mongolian highlights – Explore Mongolia in 6 Days

Experience the best of Mongolia on a 6-day Central Mongolian highlights tour, discovering its nature, history, and culture.

Your tour begins with a visit to the impressive Chinggis Khan Statue Complex, the world’s largest equestrian statue and a symbol of Mongolian pride. Then, visit Terelj National Park, home to Turtle Rock and the Ariyabal Meditation Temple, with fresh air and rolling hills.

Next, head to Elsen Tasarkhai, also known as the Mini Gobi, for camel rides and views of sandy dunes and grasslands. Continue to the Orkhon Valley for hiking, horseback riding, and the stunning Orkhon Waterfall. Relax at Tsenkher Hot Springs, famous for their mineral-rich waters.

Finally, discover Kharkhorin and Erdene Zuu Monastery, one of Mongolia’s oldest Buddhist temples. This Central Mongolian highlights tour is perfect for travelers seeking history, culture, and unforgettable landscapes.

Meals

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.

Accommodation

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.

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.

Guide and Transportation

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.

Packing List

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