Traveling around Mongolia in four wheel drive jeeps or vans we stay in tents or occasionally in gers with nomadic families en route. We visit some truly spectacular regions, go hiking in the mountains, stop at small rivers and streams to fish or swim, relax in the sand dunes of the Gobi, visit volcanic lakes and drive across the magnificent Mongolian grasslands.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Ulaan Baatar. Arrive in Ulaan Baatar.
Day 2: Ulaan Baatar Free day.
Day 3: Gobi Desert - Mandalgovi. Drive south through the Gobi to Mandalgovi.
Day 4: Yolyn Am Valley. Continue south to Yolyn Am, or 'Vulture's Mouth'.
Day 5: Gobi Desert. Hike through the valley to reach the ice that remains there year-round. We then drive west along the edge of some of the largest sand dunes in the Gobi.
Day 6: Gobi Desert. We continue to Khongoryn Els and have the rest of the day free to explore these amazing sand dunes.
Day 7: Ongi River. Head north towards the Ongi River, a clear stream that runs through a barren rocky landscape. Our route takes us through Bayanzag, famous for the number of dinosaur fossils and eggs that have been found there.
Day 8: Khogno Khan mountains. Continue to the beautiful Khogno Khan mountains, a massive series of rocky hills that rise up out of an otherwise flat landscape.
Day 9: Khogno Khan mountains. A full day to explore the mountains. Perhaps hike up to the top of one to experience fantastic views across the plains and watch eagles soaring over the landscape.
Day 10: Karakorum - Orkon River. A short drive to Karakorum, the ancient capital built by Genghis Khan in the 13th century. We visit the magnificent Erdene Zuu monastery before continuing to our campsite by the river.
Day 11: Khorg. Leave for Khorg, a volcanic lake ringed by stark rocky mountains.
Day 12: Khorg. A full day to relax at the lake. Wander along the shoreline or hike up into the mountains for awesome views.
Day 13: En route to Khovsgol. North through the grasslands towards Khovsgol, passing herds of Mongolian horses. Camp en route.
Day 14: Khovsgol. Continue to the magnificent Lake Khovsgol, on the Siberian border, where we stay near the edge of the crystal clear waters.
Day 15: Khovsgol. A full day to hike around the lake or just relax and enjoy the views.
Day 16: Khovsgol. A full free day at Lake Khovsgol.
Day 17: Selenge River. We drive south to the Selenge River, one of the most lush and beautiful parts of Mongolia.
Day 18: Selenge River - Orkon River. We continue south and east stopping at the Orkon River again, only further downstream.
Day 19: Khustai National Park. Drive to the Khustai National Park to view the famous Takhi horses.
Day 20: Ulaan Baatar. Drive back through the grasslands to Ulaan Baatar.
Day 21: Ulaan Baatar. Tour ends.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Local Payment: $200 USD
- Arrival Transfer: Airport or station to hotel day 1
- Fully Escorted: By Imaginative Traveller tour leader, services of local translator
- Transport: 4WD jeep or minivan
- Activities: Extensive optional hiking on free days, horse rides, fishing
- Accommodation: 3 nights simple hotels (may be multishare on occasion), 17 nights camping in two person tents. Occasionally there may be an opportunity for some, or the whole of the group, to stay in a ger with a local family
- Meals: Not included. Allow US$140 for a food kitty whilst camping. Food in Mongolia can be basic
- Entrance Fees: Not included. Allow US$30
- Local Payment: Must be paid in cash on day 1 of your tour
- Trip Reference: AAMW
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