12 days 11 night
Heart of Mongolia Adventure
Price: 1000$
Tour Introduction
We warmly invite you to journey with us to the beautiful heart of Mongolia. Discover Mongolia on a 2,000 km adventure that takes you from the breathtaking dunes of the Gobi to the stunning central steppe of Arkhangay. Explore the fascinating sights of the region, including the impressive Tsagaan Suvarga, the majestic Khongor Dunes, the spectacular Yol Canyon, and the unique ochre rocks of Bayanzag. Immerse yourself in the nomadic world and be enchanted by the vastness of this land. If you want to experience culture, history, and breathtaking landscapes, this trip is perfect for you. Enjoy a wonderful combination of comfort and authenticity.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Ulaanbaatar
After arriving in the beautiful capital Ulaanbaatar, enjoy a city tour visiting the impressive Gandan Monastery and the National Museum, followed by a leisurely city stroll. Overnight at a hotel in Ulaanbaatar.
Day 2: Ulaanbaatar to Baga Gazariin Chuluu
Distance: 440 km (~5–6 hours). The road is mostly paved, with some dirt roads. Optionally, you can spend 1–2 hours in a nomad family's ger for an authentic experience.
Day 3: Visit Tsagaan Suvarga
Drive to the Gobi and explore Tsagaan Suvarga. Travel time: ~4 hours on paved roads, ~1 hour on dirt roads. Coordinates: 44° 34' 40.5" N, 105° 48' 54.2" E. Hiking around the site takes 1–2 hours. Overnight in a nomad family ger.
Day 4: South Gobi – Vulture Gorge
Distance: 260 km (~5–6 hours). Visit Vulture Gorge (43.4931°N, 104.0838°E). Overnight at a gercamp.
Day 5: Vulture Gorge to Khongor Dunes
Morning hike in Vulture Gorge, then drive 210 km (~3–4 hours) to Khongoriin Els. Coordinates: 43°44′28.7″N, 102°20′05.6″E. Overnight at a gercamp.
Day 6: Khongoriin Els
Spend the day exploring the dunes. Enjoy a short camel ride and walks through the sand dunes. Overnight at a gercamp.
Day 7: Khongor to Bayanzag
Distance: 160 km (~3 hours). Enjoy the sunset at Bayanzag. Coordinates: 44°08′23.5″N, 103°42′57.2″E. Overnight at a gercamp.
Day 8: Bayanzag to Ongii Monastery
Distance: 170 km (~4–5 hours). Explore Ongii Monastery (45°27'46.6"N, 103°53'50.9"E) with a 1–2 hour walk. Overnight at a gercamp.
Day 9: Ongii Khid to Orkhon Waterfall
Distance: ~300 km (~6–7 hours). Visit Orkhon Waterfall (46°47'22.5"N, 101°57'14.1"E) and Tuvkhun Monastery. Overnight with a nomad family.
Day 10: Orkhon Waterfall
Morning visit to Tuvkhun Monastery. Overnight with a friendly nomad family.
Day 11: Orkhon to Kharkhorin
Distance: ~2–3 hours. Visit Erdenezuu Monastery and Kharkhorin Museum. Overnight at a cozy gercamp.
Day 12: Khustai National Park
Distance: ~3–4 hours. Hike through the national park and visit the Przewalski horse meadow.
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