Mongolia Great Gobi secret tour (9 days)

This magnificent 8 days Mongolia trip includes Great Gobi attractions. You cannot miss the adventure of discovering Beautiful Khongoriin Els sand hill (singing dune), Flaming cliffs or Bayanzag, Eagle valley and driving across the wide valley of Gobi. In the next half of this Mongolia tour you will visit Princess Temple in Khan Khentii protected area which is second major highlight of this tour. It will give you a great impression of comparing 2 different Mongolian natural zones’ beauty and difference between Gobi desert and mountain range. There are range of activities you could do such as horse riding, or yak cart riding in the mountains and valleys, hiking and visiting the ruins of the Princess temple and visit a nomadic Family.

Tour overview

Day 1: Arrival in Ulaanbaatar
Day 2: South Gobi Province- Eagle Valley
Day 3: Khongoriin Els (Sand dunes)
Day 4: Bayanzag cliffs
Day 5: Ulaanbaatar
Day 6: Terelj national park, Princess Lodge
Day 7: Princess temple, Khan Khentii protected area
Day 8: Ulaanbaatar
Day 9: Journey to home

Route:	Ulaanbaatar-Dalanzadgad-Eagle Valley-Khongoriin Els-Bayanzag-Ulaanbaatar-Terelj national park-Princess Lodge-Princess temple-Ulaanbaatar
Region:	Southern Mongolia
Tour Highlights:	Horse riding, Camel riding, Visit nomad family, Concert
Available season:	June-September
Travel type	Active, Culture tour

Travel Grade

Easy traveler category – Accommodation in comfortable tourist camps and 3 star or 5 star hotels, Japanese vehicle or latest Land Cruiser jeep, guided horse riding trek (if you are riding first time), guided camel riding trek (if you are riding first time) and hiking.

Moderate traveler category – Accommodation in comfortable tourist camps and 2 stars or 3 star hotels, occasionally camping in the tent, Japanese vehicle or latest Land Cruiser jeep, guided horse riding trek (if you are riding first time), guided camel riding trek (if you are riding first time) and trekking.

Adventure Traveler category– 2 star hotel or Guesthouse, mixed accommodation and tourist ger camping or camping in the tent, field cooked meals, steppe biking for beginners, basic rock climbing and hiking.

Extreme adventure seekers – camping, field cooked meals, mountain and steppe biking (advanced biker), horse riding trip (advanced rider with more than 5 years experience), Camel riding trek, and extreme mountain climber.

Traveller’s comments 2009-09-16 Iain and Eleanor (USA)
A beautiful setting among friendly Mongolians who took great care of us and played with us. From the camp’s little girl to the soft faced and kind horsemen, we were rather enchanted. The best food and best sized portions, we have had so far in 3 weeks in Mongolia, THANK YOU CHEF! To be outnumbered by Mongolians and to live as such (with the very welcome luxury of a sauna) was everything we had hoped for!

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival Ulaanbaatar

Upon arrival you will be met and assisted by your official Mongolian representative. Drive to Ulaanbaatar downtown for 20 minutes. Afternoon visit the Museum of Mongolian History (exhibits of Mongolian ethnic lifestyles) / visit Chinggis Square (there is a Great Chinggis Khaan’s Memorial complex) for city orientation. Our guide will advise on what time you will depart in the following morning and arrange your breakfast at the convenient time.

Overnight in 3 star hotel /D/

Day 2: South Gobi – Eagle Valley, Gurvan Saikhan Mountains

Early morning drive to airport to catch flight to South Gobi Province (580km, 1.20 hours). On arrival at the airstrip in Dalanzadgad city, you will be met by our driver and jeep and transport to the GER camp for lunch. After lunch we drive to the beautiful Eagle Valley known as Yoliin Am, Gurvan Saikhan Mountains (40km). The valley is about 10km long and is completely shaded from the sun in some parts due to the high cliff walls. It is possible to walk through the valley and out the other side. There you will see the regional museum and full of gliding eagles. Come back to GER tourist camp and dine.

Overnight in GER tourist camp /B, L, D/

Day 3: Khongoriin Els sand dune

After having a breakfast at tourist camp, today we drive to Khongoriin Els (180km) for Sightseeing and Camel riding at the Khongoriin Els (sand dune). Trekking to Oasis and Khongoriin River. Visit a camel breeding family and watch their nomadic lifestyle. Admire the beautiful Gobi landscape while you ride on a Camel back. Arrive back at tourist camp near Khongoriin Els. Spend rest of the day having shower.

Overnight in GER tourist camp /B, L, D/

Day 4: Flaming cliffs Bayanzag

After breakfast leave Khongoriin Els area and drive to East, the Bayanzag (180+64 km). Field Lunch on the way. Bayanzag is an area of red cliffs, which formed from the erosion of sand and rock over many thousands of years. It also the site of several successful dinosaur excavations.

Overnight in GER tourist camp /B, L, D/

Day 5: Free time in Ulaanbaatar

In the early morning after having breakfast drive to Dalanzadgad airstrip to catch a flight to Ulaanbaatar. On arrival our driver and guide will pick you up and transport to hotel. Today will be a day of guided sightseeing in UB, including Chinggis square, historical museum and shopping and free time.

Overnight in 3 star hotel /B, L, D/

Day 6: Terelj National Park

After breakfast at 8.40am drive to Terelj National Park about 98km, our last stop is Princess Lodge. On the way you will be introduced with the small town people’s living standard, herder families, pasturing livestock and Monk cave. Arrive in Princess Lodge, field lunch in the nature. Introduce with camp and its surrounding environment. Spend rest of the day enjoy the breathtaking scenery of Khan Khentii mountains. Evening programs of interest and bonfire, wine taste.

Overnight in Princess Lodge /B, L, D /

Day 7: Princess temple and horse riding or ox card trip

After having a nice breakfast at Princess Lodge tourist camp, horse riding to Princess Temple ruins. We horse riding 18-20 km through spectacular valleys and across small rivers surrounded by highly–eroded rock formations of the Khan Khentii Mountains. Cafe breaks on picnic at a site chosen for its spectacular setting. Visit the ruins of Princess Temple, was built in 1740. Return to the camp. Free time having Sauna and shower, traditional game. Free time

Overnight in Princess Lodge /B, L, D /

Day 8: Ulaanbaatar

After Breakfast return to Ulaanbaatar 98km. On the way visit nomad family, watch their everyday life and living GER, animals taste dairy products made by nomads. On arrival you can have shopping at The State Department Store. Lunch at the local famous restaurant, serving authentic traditional food. In the evening enjoy the exciting performance of “Sarni Chuluu” ensemble to see traditional folklore such as dance, song, Buddhist ritual mask dance.

Overnight in 3 star Hotel /B, L, D/

Day 9: Departure

After breakfast sum our great journey to Western Mongolia, drive to Chinggis Khaan airport for international invisible highway. /B/

Date and Price

Prices in USD

Tour Code	Tour Season	Price			2018
	June- September	2-4 PAX	5-9 PAX	10-14 PAX
AC5:		1 390 $	1 260 $	1 190 $

Tour Prices Include:

3 overnights in 3 star Hotel

5 overnights in tourist camp

English speaking guide

All meals are provided: stated as Bold letters below the daily program

Ground transportation, four wheel drive

Horse riding

Camel riding

Park entrance fees

Pure water supply (1 liter per day)

As following destinations stated in itinerary

Traditional concert

Tour price exclude:

Travel insurance

Visa application fees

Bank transfer fee

Beverages, snacks

Personal expenses including, telephone call, internet, laundry

Additional services

Tour map

Additional information

Accommodation: We choose the best partners in order to attain best outcome. Every year we personally check our partner hotels and tourist camps to ensure they are maintaining the standard of service. Depending on your preference we offer various 3 to 5 star hotels and guest houses. Tourist camps are all equipped with shower and toilet, 2 to 4 PAX per Ger and restaurants.

Meals: While your stay in Ulaanbaatar there are plenty of choices among Mongolian traditional, European, Indian and Asian cuisine restaurants. During your travel along the countryside tourist camps will serve with standard breakfast and meals of beef, rice and vegetables. If you are vegetarian or require Halal food we also able to organize your special need of food in Mongolia.

Transport: Our vehicles are prepared to travel on Mongolian road. We use variety of air-conditioned, four wheel drive vehicles and bus. The average mileage you will drive per day in Mongolian tour is 180 to 220 kilometers. Our vehicles include Land cruiser, Delica 2, Russian Van, Bus.

Guide: We arrange English, French, Russian and German speaking Mongolian guide on your Mongolian trip. Depending on the tour our special experienced guide will serve you a meal while stay in tent. Our guides always there to help you and work passionately with full of knowledge about the country and make your Mongolian travel one of your most favorite exploration around earth.

Packing List: we highly recommend you to read following article about what you should prepare before your Mongolian holiday.