Gobi Horizons: 10 Days of Discovery and Peace

Uncover the desert's hidden treasures and embrace the calm of Mongolia’s vast wilderness.

What to expect

Language

All Language

Destination

Gobi Desert

Best time

June - July

Activty

Gobi Exploration

Age

18+

Duration

9 Nights/10 Days

Group

4+

Availibility

May - Oct

Overview

Embark on a journey through Mongolia’s stunning Gobi Desert, where adventure meets tranquility. Over 10 days, explore vast dunes, ancient cliffs, and nomadic traditions. Experience the awe of the Flaming Cliffs, the solitude of the desert, and the vibrant culture of local communities. Gobi Escape offers the perfect balance of exploration and serenity in one of the world’s most remote and beautiful landscapes.

Itinerary

Upon arrival at Chinggis Khaan International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your local guide and driver, followed by a comfortable transfer to your hotel. Optional city tours are available depending on your arrival time.

Depart from Ulaanbaatar and begin your journey south to Baga Gazriin Chuluu, a striking granite rock formation in the Middle Gobi region. Explore the area's dramatic landscapes, mysterious caves, and the ruins of an ancient temple nestled among the rocks. Enjoy a picnic lunch en route.
Arrive at your ger camp in the late afternoon for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the peaceful desert terrain.

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner (L/D)

Depart for Tsagaan Suvarga, stopping en route to visit the Sum Khukh Burd Temple ruins. Upon arrival, explore the striking white limestone cliffs shaped by centuries of erosion. Picnic lunch en route. Dinner and overnight in a ger camp.

Meals: B/L/D

Travel to Yol Valley in Gobi Gurvansaikhan National Park, known for its dramatic canyons and year-round ice field. Enjoy light hiking and photography amid the stunning scenery. Dinner and overnight stay in a ger camp.

Meals: B/L/D

Drive to the majestic Khongor Sand Dunes, the largest in Mongolia. Climb the towering dunes for panoramic views and enjoy a spectacular desert sunset. Dinner and overnight in a ger camp.

Meals: B/L/D

Drive to Bayanzag, home to the famous Flaming Cliffs, and explore the area’s ancient dinosaur fossils. Visit a nomadic camel breeding family and enjoy a short camel ride. Dinner and overnight in a ger camp.

Meals: B/L/D

Drive north to visit the ruins of Ongi Monastery, once one of Mongolia’s largest religious complexes. Explore the serene surroundings and learn about the monastery’s history. Dinner and overnight in a ger camp.

Meals: B/L/D

Drive to Karakorum, the ancient capital of the Mongol Empire. Visit the Erdene-Zuu Monastery, Mongolia’s oldest Buddhist monastery, and explore its historic temples and museums. Dinner and overnight in a ger camp.

Meals: B/L/D

Drive back to Ulaanbaatar, with a lunch stop along the way. Overnight stay in a hotel.

Meals: B/L

Transfer to the airport or train station for your international departure.

 

Inclusions

Included

  • Transfers: Included upon arrival and departure.nglish speaking and experienced tour guide 
  • Guide: English-speaking guide throughout the tour.
  • Meals: All meals as per the itinerary.
  • Park Fees: Included for all sites and national parks.
  • Water: 1 liter per person, per day.
  • Accommodation: Hotel in Ulaanbaatar; Ger camps in the countryside.
  • Transportation: 4WD vehicles in the countryside; minivans/buses in the city.
  • Sightseeing: All activities as outlined in the itinerary.

Not included

  • Hotel Extras: Telephone calls, bar bills, and laundry services.
  • Alcoholic Beverages.
  • Gratuities: Tips for local guides and drivers.
  • Insurance: Travel, medical insurance, and visa application fees.
  • Personal Expenses: Items of a personal nature.
  • Force Majeure: Any charges due to unforeseen events (e.g., quarantine restrictions)

 

 

 

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