Highlights
Experience the steppe, granite mountains and desert landscapes of Mongolia
Sleep in traditional ger camps beneath Mongolia’s vast desert skies
Learn about one of the last remaining nomadic cultures in the world
Marvel at the rolling dunes and vast landscape of the Gobi Desert
Visit Karakorum, the ancient capital of the Mongol Empire
Itinerary
The rolling steppe of Central Asia makes way to stark desert; across this vast landscape, nomadic ger camps are peppered, camels and goats are herded on horseback, fermented mare’s milk is the tipple of choice, dunes sing and the first intact dinosaur eggs were found. Genghis Khan went forth from here to conquer the biggest land empire in history and, to this day, Buddhist and Animist traditions mix. Join this trip and travel along rough tracks through steppe, mountain and the Gobi Desert to encounter the nature and culture of this fascinating, yet little known, country.
We also offer festival departures of this itinerary, see Naadam Festival (June) or Naadam Festival (July)
day 1Adventure begins in Ulaanbaatar
Begin your adventure in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia’s capital, where Soviet-era architecture, Buddhist monasteries and glass towers stand side by side on the high-altitude steppe.
Around 6pm, say sain baina uu (hello) to your tour leader and fellow travellers, when we gather as a group for the first time to get to know each other and learn more about the adventures ahead.
Your tour leader then ensures a big Mongolian welcome by arranging a group dinner.
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day 2Explore Mongolian religious life in Gandan Monastery • Journey into Terelj National Park
day 3To the Little Gobi Desert • Track takhi, the last truly wild horses in the world
day 4Discover the ancient capital of Karakorum
day 5Continue along the edge of the Gobi Desert to Arvaikheer
day 6Drive into the remote landscapes of Bayan Gobi
day 7Cross desert passes • Visit the White Cave
day 8Experience the Singing Dunes • Meet camel herders to learn about their nomadic life
day 9Hike into Yolyn Am canyon in Gobi Gurvansaikhan National Park
day 10Hike among the Flaming Cliffs of Bayanzag
day 11Discover the dramatic rocks of Baga Gazryn Chuluu
day 12Visit the iconic statue of Genghis Khan • Return to Ulaanbaatar
day 13Adventure ends in Ulaanbaatar
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Customer Reviews
Discover Mongolia
Very well planned and gave a good overview of the country. Trip notes were accurate and helpful
Discover Mongolia
Batal the guide was very good , always looking for something to make the trip more interesting . This made some of the long drives interesting days rather than a gruelling long journey. We have travelled with you over many years and with a few exceptions the trips and guides have been very good.
Fabulous trip to Mongolia!
This was a great trip to Mongolia, somewhere I have wanted to visit for a long time and it didn't disappoint. The trip encompassed both the steppes and the Gobi, photos of which don't seem to do the country justice! The Ger camps were great fun, and visiting the nomad families gave a fascinating insight and understanding into a completely different way of life.
A memorable trip
The tour was well organised and covered everything promised in the brochure. The knowledgeable local guide enabled us to learn about Mongolia. Even the cancellation of a local flight transfer was turned into an adventure.
A memorable trip
The tour was well organised and covered everything promised in the brochure. The knowledgeable local guide enabled us to learn about Mongolia. Even the cancellation of a local flight transfer was turned into an adventure.
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