Discover Mongolia – 21 Days / 20 Nights

About this trip

Day by day

1. Day1

   Arrival & City Tour

   

   Arrival and check-in to the accommodation. Guided city sightseeing. Attend a folklore concert in the evening followed by dinner in one of the best restaurants in Ulaanbaatar.
2. Day2

   Rocky Mountains (Baga Gazariin Chuluu)

   

   Drive to Baga Gazar today. The area is granite canyon erected in the heart of the steppe. You may hike around these rocky mountains and visit the site of the ruins of an old temple dating from the 17th century.
3. Day3

   Yol Ice Valley

   

   Drive to the Gurvan Saikhan National Park, the most beautiful Park in the Gobi with a stunning canyon landscape, the Gobi Glacier and the local wildlife. At local town, stop by to visit Gobi museum and the local black market for shopping.
4. Day4

   Yol Ice Valley

   

   After relaxed morning we go for hiking excursion in the ICE Valley to explore the beautiful surrounding of the Gobi Valleys.
5. Day5

   Khongor Sand Dune

   

   Today we drive through a truly desolate desert landscape toward the largest sand dunes of Mongolia. The dune is called “singing dune” because of the strange sound that makes because of wind, reaching its highest point of 800m and length of 190 km. Hike to the top of the sand dune at sunset you will see the best view of your life.
6. Day6

   Camel Trekking

   

   Wake up by the sound of the singing dune. Enjoy camel riding in the morning and leave for the next destination after lunch. It is an area of red cliffs that were formed by the erosion of sand and rock over thousands of years.
7. Day7

   Bayanzag Flaming Cliffs

   

   This area is famous for its first discovery of DINOSAUR EGG by paleontologist Roy Chapman Andrews in 1923. From this exploration the world found out that dinosaurs laid eggs. Here you will have a hiking tour to explore the world-famous Flaming Cliffs.
8. Day8

   Ongiin River

   

   This morning we will do some climbing up to the Khavtsgait mountain to see its famous petroglyphs from ancient times. Apart from the petroglyphs, you’ll have great surrounding valley from the top of the mountain. Then well head to the Tourist camp. This bare steppe area along the Ongi River makes a good resting place to break a trip between the Gobi Desert and the Central Mongolian steppe.
9. Day9

   Kharkhorin

   

   Today hit the road to Kharkhorin Townn and visit Erdene Zuu Musuem which is the first Buddhist Monastery in Mongolia, and was established on the ruins of the Great Mongolian Empire of 13th century.
10. Day10

    Tsenkher Hot Spring

    

    Today we depart for Tsertserleg city. The capital city of Arkhangai province is a small town surrounded by stony hills. Visit the local market to do a little bit of shopping. After lunch, take a short time to arrive at the scenic Tsenkher hot spring.
11. Day11

    Tsenkher Hot Spring

    

    In the morning you may go horse riding to explore the surrounding. Enjoy your free time today hiking around and getting into the outdoor hot bath at night while watching the stars.
12. Day12

    Great White Lake

    

    Today we will hike around the breathtaking Chuluut River Canyon and eat our packed lunch by the worshipped tree of the locals. In the late afternoon, we will reach to eye-catching Тerkh white lake. There, we will stay at a tourist camp near the lake shore.
13. Day13

    Khorgo Volcano Hiking

    

    In the morning hiking to the Khorgo extinct volcano which was active 8000 years ago. In the evening horse riding to explore the lake shore.
14. Day14

    Local Village

    

    After breakfast, we will drive toward the Northern part of Mongolia. Today you may visit a local nomadic family to immerse yourself in the complexities of the nomadic way of life.
15. Day15

    Bronze Age Deer Stone

    

    On the way to Khuvsgul Lake we will stop by “The Uushgiin Uvur Deer Stone Complex”. This is a UNESCO-listed funeral site from Bronze Age.
16. Day16

    Khuvsgul Lake

    

    Mongolia is the best destination for horseback riding trips and Khuvsgul province is the best-recommended place for this experience. You may go on horse riding to explore the surroundings. One of the must-see at this lake is to visit the reindeer herding local family whose livelihood is much different than other nomads.
17. Day17

    Khuvsgul Lake

    

    Enjoy boating in the world’s second-biggest reservoir of pristine water. The lake is not only famous for its water purity but also for the stunning beauty of surrounding nature. This protected area is also the best place to go on mountain trekking.
18. Day18

    Bulgan Province

    

    Immerse yourself in the captivating beauty of the Central Mongolia’s verdant landscapes through an invigorating scenic hike.
19. Day19

    Amarbayasgalant Monastery

    

    On our final night in the countryside, we will be staying at Amarbayasgalant Monastery site. Explore the historically rich Amarbayasgalant Monastery during your visit.
20. Day20

    Return to Ulaanbaatar City

    

    Drive back to Ulaanbaatar city and enjoy free time to stroll around city to do souvenir or cashmere shopping.
21. Day21

    Departure

    

    Transportation to the Chinggis Khaan International Airport. (B) Thank you for travelling with us!

    Breakfast

Where you'll stay

4 star hotel

Kempinski Hotel Khan Palace Ulaanbaatar

Ulaanbaatar

Ger camp

Secret of Silk Road Camp

Kharkhorin Town

Ger camp

Gobi Mirage Lodge

Yol Valley

Ger camp

Secret of Ongi

Ongi Temple