Treasures Of Mongolia - 14 Days 4X4 Jeep Private Tour
About this tour
Meet one of the last nomadic cultures on earth, where a traditional way of life endures as it did a millennium ago. Just three million people inhabit a country the size of Western Europe, half of them still living in portable felt tents called Ger and moving seasonally with their animals.
The tour takes 14 days to cover the most popular travel destinations including Gobi Desert- distinctive landscapes of towering sand dunes, wide open steppes, iced Georges, Rocky Mountains, red cliffs, stunning sunsets and sunrises. Also, covers UNESCO World Heritage Sites; Orkhon Valley Cultural Landscape - encompasses an extensive area of pastureland and includes numerous archaeological remains dating back to the 6th century and Karakorum - ruins sights and museum of ancient Mongolian capital. Last days of this trip, you will visit most interesting national parks including Hustai and Terelj National Park.
Relaxing in wild nature and explore Mongolian nomadic life style... hiking, horseback and camel riding, climbing to sand dunes, soft hiking and feel free driving through the wilderness are the main activities.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1: Chinggis Khaan International Airport, Sergelen, Mongolia to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Day 01: Arrive in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia Welcome to Ulaanbaatar, the capital city of Mongolia. Upon arrival, you will be greeted by Amicus driver in the arrivals hall at the international airport and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, free at leisure and have a good rest to recover from the jet lag. If you feel like going for a walk and checking out places nearby, feel free to ask the hotel receptionist for recommendations. Accommodation: Hotel 4*. Meals: not included this day
Day 2: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia to Baga Gazriin Chuluu, Choiri-sume, Mongolia
Day 02: Baga Gazriin Chuluu National Park In the morning, you will enjoy breakfast at the hotel and your guide and driver pick you up at 8am. Then your memorable tour starts to Gobi Desert of Mongolia, one of the most popular travel routes in Mongolia, the habitat of the rarest animals and a unique natural landscape. Our first stop will be Baga Gazriin Chuluu which is a beautiful landscape with amazing rock formations. We will reach tourist camp first and have some rest after delicious lunch. In the afternoon, explore the surrounding area, home for many species of wild animals and birds, such as gazelles, ibex, vultures, hawks and eagles. At night, if the sky is clear, you can stargaze a blanket of stars, possible to sight Milky Way and shooting stars. Accommodation: Tourist camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Total distance: 220km, ~5hrs.
Day 3: Baga Gazriin Chuluu, Choiri-sume, Mongolia to Tsagaan Suvarga (White Stupa), Mongolia
Day 03: Tsagaan Suvarga Admire the change of scenery today as you jump into your private vehicle and head to Tsagaan Suvarga. We will drive through endless steppes and wildlife of the Middle Gobi province. Wander through alleyways to catch a glimpse of the lives of locals and arrive at Tourist camp just beside the Tsagaan Suvarga where we check-in and have a lunch. Tsagaan Suvarga is big escarpment with 200m height and 400m. The eerie, eroded landscape was once beneath the sea and is rich in marine fossils and clam shells. Over 10 million years the wind has created this amazing structure. This area is an excellent site for hiking and taking photography of the beautiful panoramic views. Having dinner and overnight at Tourist camp. Accommodation: Tourist camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Total distance: 280km, ~5hrs.
Day 4: Tsagaan Suvarga (White Stupa), Mongolia to Yolin Am Ice Field, Mongolia
Day 04: Visit Yolyn Am, Three beauties of Gobi” Mt. National Park. After breakfast, we will go ahead to the Yolyn Am (also called Yol Valley & Vulture’s Valley) originally established to conserve birdlife in the region. But it’s now more famous for its dramatic and very unusual scenery- its valley in the middle of the Gobi Desert with meters’ thick ice almost all year around. The high cliffs that flank the valley are very impressive. You may be lucky enough to spot wild sheep and goat, grazing high on the cliff walls. Accommodation: Tourist camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Total distance: 200km, driving for ~4hrs.
Day 5: Yolin Am Ice Field, Mongolia to Khongoriin Els, Mongolia
Day 05: Khongoryn Els, the biggest sand dune in Gobi Desert Today, we will drive through the wilderness of the Gobi to the extraordinary of Khongor, which is one of the most scenic areas of the Gobi Desert. This impressive white sand dune stretches more than 180km and highest point is around 300m known as Duut Mankhan. Upon arrival at the tourist camp near to the sand dunes, we will have lunch and time for relaxing at cozy Ger camp until Gobi hot temperature decrease. In the late afternoon, we will visit local camel herder family in their gear, and explore their unique nomadic lifestyle. Then, we will ride a camel and explore the area from the camel back. Around the area is the perfect place for camel riding. Mongolia is home to 2/3 of the two-humped Bactrian camels in the world. It is a gentle, calm and extraordinary patient animal. Afterwards, we will make a little excursion to a beautiful green oasis of Seruun Bulag near the Khongor River and sand dunes. Then, take a little drive to the highest point of sand dunes known as Singing Dune and climb up to the Duut Mankhan. When it is windy some of the dunes give a strange sound like the engines of an aero plane. From the top of the sand dunes, the view of the desert is awesome and a breathtaking view. If you want, we can see the amazing sunshine panorama of sand dunes from the top. Dinner and overnight at the tourist camp. Accommodation: Tourist camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Total distance: 200km, driving for ~5hrs.
Day 6: Khongoriin Els, Mongolia to Flaming Cliffs, Mongolia
Day 06: Bayanzag & Flaming Cliffs Freshen up in the morning, our trip will continue to Bayanzag (Flaming cliffs) which is famous for containing exceptional dinosaur fossils in the heart of the Gobi Desert. Also, this area is well known for red tall hillocks formed as a result of wind and water erosion, which look like fire in the middle of the desert from a distance. Here Roy Chapman Andrews and American expedition discovered the first nests of dinosaur eggs from Bayanzag in the 1923. Their findings proved to the world that dinosaurs laid eggs We will explore around significant area, including the saxual trees and wander on the red hillocks. Occasionally the pieces of fossilized bones and eggs are still found by visitors. Accommodation: Tourist camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Total distance: 160km, driving for ~4hrs.
Day 7: Flaming Cliffs, Mongolia to Ongiin Khiid, Mongolia
Day 07: Ongi – Middle Gobi Travel south through vast steppe with mysterious mirage to reach Ongi river valley. This small mountainous area along the Ongi river makes a good resting place to break a trip between the south Gobi and Mountain range. Ongi Temple was established in 1660 and once composed of 30 temples, 4 big Buddhism universities. It was destroyed by the communist purges of the 1930s and is being restored by a number of monks. Nowadays that one temple serves as a museum. When you reach Tourist camp, you will have lunch and explore ruins of the monastery. The views of the ruins, river, Tourist camps and the surrounding area are very impressive, you can see from any of the nearby hills. The rest of the day is yours to relax on your own. Accommodation: Tourist camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Total distance: 150km, driving for ~ 4hrs.
Day 8: Ongiin Khiid, Mongolia to Orkhon Valley, Mongolia
Day 08: Orkhon valley and Orkhon waterfall Today we will travel to across vast grassy plains, interspersed with basalt rocks and meandered rivers. Our slow progress on the damaged track leaves us plenty of time to observe the different scenes of nomadic life. Orkhon Valley recognized as a “Cultural Landscape” of the UNESCO World Heritage in 2004. Orkhon waterfall was formed by volcanic eruption and earthquakes some 20000 years ago. The Waterfall cascades down from a height 27 meters. Once we come, we will check in and have lunch. Take an excursion to the waterfall and explore around the nature. Accommodation: Tourist camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Total distance: 290km, driving for ~6hrs.
Day 9: Orkhon Valley, Mongolia to Tsenkher Hot Spring Resort, Altan-Ovoo, Mongolia
Day 09: Tsenkher Hot Spring, Khangai Mountains After breakfast, drive towards through forested mountain road to the beautiful valley of Tsenkher, which is the some of the lushest countryside in Mongolia with green forested mountains and meandering rivers. There is famous Tsenkher hot spring that reaches +86.5"C, supposed to have curative properties for arthritic joints and other ailments. Check-in, lunch at Ger camp and time for relaxing. There are you can do hike and walking around the camp for watching wild flowers. Have a relaxed evening taking a hot bath in the hot spring water. In the evening, we will enjoy visiting the local nomad family to experience firsthand how people live in the country side and a lifestyle which has not changed for centuries. From there, we explore the around nature from horse back for one hour. Dinner and overnight at the Tourist camp. Accommodation: Tourist camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Total distance: 80km, driving for ~3.5hrs.
Day 10: Tsenkher Hot Spring Resort, Altan-Ovoo, Mongolia to Ugii Lake, Mongolia
Day 10: Kharkhorin & Erdene Zuu Buddhist Monastery – Ugii Lake Once you freshen up and enjoy your breakfast, we will drive to Kharkhorin or Kharakhorum. Kharkhorin was not only the capital of the vast Mongolian Empire, but the epic center of trade along Silk Road. However, the Kharkhorin of today is a small settlement with little focus on tourism. Today there is a museum does show off some of the artefacts they've recovered so far, Upon arrival in the village, we will visit museum of Kharakhorum and learn about beautiful ancient Kharkhorin. Then we will visit to the magnificent and the oldest Buddhist Monastery of Erdenezuu, built in the 16th century, with 108 stupas. After lunch at the Ger camp, we will take 1.5hrs drive to Ugii Lake - is located up 1337m from the ocean level and it is a pure water steppe lake, which is 7.9km long, 5km wide. The lake Ugii is a famous for its birdlife. Ugii lake has registered in the Ramsar Convention for being important breeding and staging area for a variety of waterfowl. Check-in Ger camp on the shore of the lake. The late afternoon is free time for your own. There is you can travel by normal boat or motor boat and go for fishing in the lake. Fishing equipment is available from the camp. Or just walking and hiking around the lake. Accommodation: Tourist camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Total distance: 200km, driving for ~4.5hrs.
Day 11: Ugii Lake, Mongolia to Khustai Mountains Camp, Mongolia
Day 11: Hustai National Park (Wild Horse Park) This morning, we will drive towards to Hustai National Park. This area is home to the Mongolian wild horse known as Prezewalski horse (Takhi) with unique landscape that features mountain and steppe. We will reach and check in the tourist camp around lunch time. After lunch, visit small information center which tell us every details of the National Park. Afterwards, we will have some rest until the evening. Because the Takhi and marmots are easy to see around 2-3hrs earlier than sunset, during they come down from mountains for water to stream. We will take short drive and hiking to see the horses in their natural habitat. There are 7 different species of Wild horse (3 species of zebra & 3 species of Wild ass) is left on the planet but the Takhi is the last truly wild horse of the planet. Accommodation: Tourist camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Total distance: 280km, driving for ~ 4.5hrs.
Day 12: Khustai Mountains Camp, Mongolia to Gorkhi Terelj National Park, Улаанбаатар, Mongolia
Day 12: Terelj National Park Today our excursion continue to the most visited Terelj National Park at 8am. Following check in and lunch at tourist camp, we will explore the national park and see Turtle Rock - interesting rock formation looking like a turtle. Also, visit the Ariyabal meditation temple - surrounded by scenic mountains with massive rock formations and sits on top of the mountain. From the top, you can enjoy the breathtaking view overlooking the Terelj National Park. Dinner and overnight in the best located tourist camp. Accommodation: Tourist camp. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Total distance: 180km driving for ~4hrs.
Day 13: Terelj, Mongolia to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
Day 13: Ulaanbaatar full day city tour After delicious breakfast, we will drive back to Ulaanbaatar. Your guide and driver will lead you first to “Genghis Khan Statue Complex” which is currently the biggest (40m high) equestrian statue in the world. There is a recreation area, restaurants, and souvenir shops occupy the base structure. From here, you can ascend to the head of the horse using an elevator. Upon arrival the city and explore the nomadic city. Our first stop is Gandan which is the largest functioning Buddhist monastery in Mongolia. The main highlight of this monastery is 26-meter-high majestic gilded indoor statue of Megjid Janraisig. Lunch at local restaurant in the city, then visit Sukhbaatar square which lies at the heart of the city surrounded by important buildings such as government palace, banks and theaters and post office. There is an equestrian statue of Sukhbaatar and a massive Bronze statue of Genghis Khan with his four warriors in front of Parliament House. Continue to visit the Museum of Mongolian National History – the museum presents Mongolian history and culture from prehistoric times to the present day. Our next highlight is a famous cultural show in the city, which is featuring traditional performances by singers, dancers and contortionists. It’s a great chance to hear Khöömii (throat singing) and see some fabulous costumes. After dinner, transferred to the hotel. Accommodation: Hotel 4*. Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. Total distance: 100km, driving for ~3hrs.
Day 14: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia to Chinggis Khaan International Airport, Sergelen, Mongolia
Day 14: Departure You will be free at leisure in your hotel or wander around on your own until being escorted to the city airport for your departure flight home. End of service. Meals: Breakfast
What's included
English speaking tour guide at all times, 13 nights’ accommodation based on double/twin; - Good 4* hotel in the city – 2nights, based on double/twin. - Best Tourist camps in countryside trip – 11 nights on twin share, All the meals as listed in the itinerary: Breakfast - 13, Lunch - 12, Dinner – 12, All transfer & transports + experienced driver, - 4WD minivan or Jeep (Lexus 470) depending on number of people for the overland trip. All sightseeing and entrance fees are mentioned as program, A cultural performance, Camel riding in Gobi ~1 hour, Horse riding in Orkhon valley ~ 1 hour Complementary drink water during the tour, Visa invitation letter, if required All service charge, local and Gov’t tax
x Visa to Mongolia (Get in advance) x International flights &Travels insurance x Hotel early check-in and late check-out, x Tipping and other personal expenses x Other services not mentioned in the itinerary
What to know
This tour can be customized. Please get in touch with me.
Route & locations
Chinggis Khaan International Airport, Sergelen, Mongolia to Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia