This magnificent 8 days Mongolia trip includes Great Gobi attractions. You cannot miss the adventure of discovering Beautiful Khongoriin Els sand hill (singing dune), Flaming cliffs or Bayanzag , Eagle valley and driving across the wide valley of Gobi. In the next half of this Mongolia tour you will visit Princess Temple in Khan Khentii protected area which is second major highlight of this tour. It will give you a great impression of comparing 2 different Mongolian natural zones’ beauty and difference between Gobi desert and mountain range. There are range of activities you could do such as horse riding, or yak cart riding in the mountains and valleys, hiking and visiting the ruins of the Princess temple and visit a nomadic Family.
Day 1. Arrival Ulaanbaatar
Upon arrival you will be met and assisted by your official Mongolian representative. Drive to Ulaanbaatar downtown for 20 minutes. Afternoon visit the Museum of Mongolian History (exhibits of Mongolian ethnic lifestyles) / visit Chinggis Square (there is a Great Chinggis Khaan’s Memorial complex) for city orientation. Our guide will advise on what time you will depart in the following morning and arrange your breakfast at the convenient time. Overnight in 3 star hotel /D/
Day 2. South Gobi – Eagle Valley, Gurvan Saikhan Mountains
Early morning drive to airport to catch flight to South Gobi Province (580km, 1.20 hours). On arrival at the airstrip in Dalanzadgad city, you will be met by our driver and jeep and transport to the GER camp for lunch. After lunch we drive to the beautiful Eagle Valley known as Yoliin Am, Gurvan Saikhan Mountains (40km). The valley is about 10km long and is completely shaded from the sun in some parts due to the high cliff walls. It is possible to walk through the valley and out the other side. There you will see the regional museum and full of gliding eagles. Come back to GER tourist camp and dine. Overnight in GER tourist camp /B, L, D/
Day 3. Khongoriin Els sand dune
After having a breakfast at tourist camp, today we drive to Khongoriin Els (180km) for Sightseeing and Camel riding at the Khongoriin Els (sand dune). Trekking to Oasis and Khongoriin River. Visit a camel breeding family and watch their nomadic lifestyle. Admire the beautiful Gobi landscape while you ride on a Camel back. Arrive back at tourist camp near Khongoriin Els. Spend rest of the day having shower. Overnight in GER tourist camp /B, L, D/
Day 4. Flaming cliffs Bayanzag
After breakfast leave Khongoriin Els area and drive to East, the Bayanzag (180+64 km). Field Lunch on the way. Bayanzag is an area of red cliffs, which formed from the erosion of sand and rock over many thousands of years. It also the site of several successful dinosaur excavations. Overnight in GER tourist camp /B, L, D/
Day 5. Free time in Ulaanbaatar
In the early morning after having breakfast drive to Dalanzadgad airstrip to catch a flight to Ulaanbaatar. On arrival our driver and guide will pick you up and transport to hotel. Today will be a day of guided sightseeing in UB, including Chinggis square, historical museum and shopping and free time. Overnight in 3 star hotel /B, L, D/
Day 6. Terelj National Park
After breakfast at 8.40am drive to Terelj National Park about 98km, our last stop is Princess Lodge. On the way you will be introduced with the small town people’s living standard, herder families, pasturing livestock and Monk cave. Arrive in Princess Lodge, field lunch in the nature. Introduce with camp and its surrounding environment. Spend rest of the day enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Khan Khentii mountains. Evening programs of interest and bonfire, wine taste. Overnight in Princess Lodge /B, L, D /
Day 7. Princess temple and horse riding or ox card trip
After having a nice breakfast at Princess Lodge tourist camp, horse riding to Princess Temple ruins. We horse riding 18-20 km through spectacular valleys and across small rivers surrounded by highly–eroded rock formations of the Khan Khentii Mountains. Cafe breaks on picnic at a site chosen for its spectacular setting. Visit the ruins of Princess Temple, was built in 1740. Return to the camp. Free time having Sauna and shower, traditional game. Free time. Overnight in Princess Lodge /B, L, D /
Day 8. Ulaanbaatar
After Breakfast return to Ulaanbaatar 98km. On the way visit nomad family, watch their everyday life and living GER, animals taste dairy products made by nomads. On arrival you can have shopping at The State Department Store. Lunch at the local famous restaurant, serving authentic traditional food. In the evening enjoy the exciting performance of “Sarni Chuluu” ensemble to see traditional folklore such as dance, song, Buddhist ritual mask dance. Overnight in 3 star Hotel /B, L, D/
Day 9. Departure
After breakfast sum our great journey to Western Mongolia, drive to Chinggis Khaan airport for international invisible highway. /B/
Tour Available Dates:
Tour price:
Tour Price include:
- 5 overnights in 3 star Hotel
- 7 overnights in tourist camp
- English speaking guide
- All meals are provided: stated as Bold letters below the daily program
- Ground transportation, four wheel drive
- Horse riding
- Camel riding
- Park entrance fees
- Pure water supply (1liter per day)
- As following destinations stated in itinerary
- Naadam festival ticket
- Traditional concert
Tour Price exclude:
- Travel insurance
- Visa application fees
- Bank transfer fee
- Beverages, snacks
- Personal expenses including, telephone call, internet, laundry
- Additional services
Accommodation
Ulaanbaatar: Ulaanbaatar, the capital city of Mongolia has many hotels ranging from basic 1* to high-end 5*. Some international hotel chains have opened such as Kempinski, Ramada, and Best Western to name a few. Some of Selena Travel Mongolia tours do not include hotel accommodation in Ulaanbaatar, where clients are advised to take care of their own accommodation in Ulaanbaatar. Please refer to your tour program (Included services and Exclusions section) for more details. Your Selena Travel advisor is happy to assist you with hotel booking on your request. Below you will find some suggested hotels in Ulaanbaatar:
- Best Western Gobi Kelso ***
- Springs hotel ***
- Ramada hotel ****
- Kempinski Khan Palace ****
- Best Western Premier *****
Outside Ulaanbaatar
Please take in mind that traveling in the countryside of Mongolia is often tough, a trip is conducted in remote areas where there’s no hotel and paved roads exist.
Outside of Ulaanbaatar, tourist Ger camps are the best accommodation for travelers. A Ger is Mongolian traditional dwelling made of felt layers and wooden construction, and the Mongols have lived in Gers since the time immemorial. Tourist Ger camps offer comfortable Gers with 1-4 beds with good bedding, and also have western style showers and WCs (mostly shared). A few Ger camps offer en-suite Gers at additional charge (please ask your Selena Travel advisor for this). Due to remoteness some tourist Ger camps may not excel in service, so travelers may not always expect high pressure showers, bubble baths or gourmet food etc.
Food
During your tour in Mongolia you will be eating in good restaurants in Ulaanbaatar, we have a great variety in restaurants in the capital city. Once you are outside the capital, Ger restaurants in Ger camps and local cafes in the small towns and villages will be the places where you will be eating. Ger restaurants often have set menu, but their food is usually very good (Ger camps provide mostly continental breakfast, lunches consist of salad, soup, main course and dessert, whilst, dinners are usually salad, main course and dessert).
During your longer driving days you will take packed lunch from Ger camps (often vegetable salad, main course such as fried chicken/noodles/dumplings and a chocolate bar etc). Vegetarians are well taken care of both in Ulaanbaatar restaurants and tourist Ger camps.