Mongolian Gobi Desert Tour
Tour Highlights
This is a striking 7-day tour to discover Mongolian Gobi Desert. Begin your journey visiting historical museums in the capital Ulaanbaatar. Take a local flight to the famed Gobi Desert and opt to take a scenic walk along the verdant valley surrounded by the rugged mountains of Gobi Altai. Catch the sunset on the giant sand dunes admiring the spectacular views against the grand mountains. Stroll through the sandstones of the Flaming cliffs searching for the dinosaur bones.
- Visit the age-old monasteries and thought-provoking museums in the modern capital Ulaanbaatar
- Walk along the narrow canyons in the Gobi Altai mountain range enjoying the iconic wildlife
- Catch the sunset on the dramatic Singing Sands
- Search for the paleontological fossils at the famed Flaming Cliffs
- Visit a hospitable nomadic family and sleep in traditional gers
Itinerary Details
Day 1: Welcome to Ulaanbaatar
Meet your travel crew and fellow travelers in Ulaanbaatar. Settle in your centrally located hotel and enjoy your free time following your air travel. Opt to indulge in the bittersweet history of Mongolia at the National Museum, which features exhibitions of dinosaur findings, history of Mongolia’s dynasties and empires, and socialism and modern era. If time permits, the option is yours to stroll through the city center. Gather for the reception dinner with your fellow travelers and guides. (3-star hotel, D)
DAY 2: Yolyn Am (or Lammergeyer)
Fly to Dalanzadgad, and then take a short drive the incredibly scenic Gurvan Saikhan National Park. Upon settling in your comfortable gers, take a scenic drive to have a gentle walk along the deep, narrow gorge, Yolyn Am, viewing the special wildlife and jaw-dropping steep cliffs where the handsome Lammergeyer nests. (Ger camp; B-L-D)
DAY 3: Khongoryn Els (or Singing Sands)
Embark on a long but incredibly scenic drive to the massive Singing Sands. Hike up the dunes to catch the sunset as you hear the sands singing and see the sweeping views of the area. Enjoy a camel caravan excursion on the sand for an hour, or delve into the endemic saxaul scrubs to look for the localized wild birds. (Ger camp; B-L-D)
Day 4: Bayanzag (or Flaming Cliffs)
Famed for the world’s first discovery of dinosaur eggs in the 20th century, Bayanzag is a must-see place for all travelers. Wandering around the paleontological rich Flaming Cliffs, look for the fragments of the dinosaur bones buried by the dust. Take birds-eye views from the top of the highest cliffs. (Ger camp; B-L-D)
Day 5: Dalanzadgad
Drive to Dalanzadgad, capital of Umnugobi province. Visit local museum to learn more about history, customs, paleontology, and geology etc. (Ger camp; B-L-D)
Day 6: Ulaanbaatar
Take a panoramic drive to the Ulaanbaatar and check in your centrally located hotel upon arrival. Then set off to Central Museum of Mongolian Dinosaurs. If you are in the mood for shopping, go for the world-class cashmere and souvenirs for back home. Enjoy the fascinating folklore performance by Tumen Ekh Ensemble. (3-star Hotel; B-L-D)
Day 7: Fly Home
Transfer to the airport according to your flight schedule. (B)
Dates & Prices
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2023
Departures | Duration | Availability | Group Size | Price ($) |
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Thu 4th, Jun - Wed 10th, Jun | 7 Days | SPACES | 1 - 15 PAX | 1470$ - 2490$ |
Sat 4th, Jul - Fri 10th, Jul | 7 Days | SPACES | 1 - 15 PAX | 1470$ - 2490$ |
Tue 4th, Aug - Mon 10th, Aug | 7 Days | SPACES | 1 - 15 PAX | 1470$ - 2490$ |
Fri 4th, Sep - Thu 10th, Sep | 7 Days | SPACES | 1 - 15 PAX | 1470$ - 2490$ |
2024
Departures | Duration | Availability | Group Size | Price ($) |
---|---|---|---|---|
Fri 4th, Jun - Thu 10th, Jun | 7 Days | SPACES | 1 - 15 PAX | 1470$ - 2490$ |
Sun 4th, Jul - Sat 10th, Jul | 7 Days | SPACES | 1 - 15 PAX | 1470$ - 2490$ |
Wed 4th, Aug - Sun 10th, Aug | 7 Days | SPACES | 1 - 15 PAX | 1470$ - 2490$ |
Sat 4th, Sep - Fri 10th, Sep | 7 Days | SPACES | 1 - 15 PAX | 1470$ - 2490$ |
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