Mountain Bike Journey to Karakorum

Difficulty

Challenging

Comfort

Basic

Basic+

Premium

Group size

2-12 tourists,
over 16 y.o.

Have you ever watched a city fade behind you as the land slowly opens up into silence? This journey begins in Ulaanbaatar and ends in Karakorum, tracing a 400-kilometre line through grasslands, hills, dunes, and centuries of Mongolian history — all by bike.

The route leads you from the capital into the open heart of the country: through Khustai National Park, where Przewalski’s wild horses roam freely, across river valleys and mountain passes, and into the wide calm of the steppe. You ride past grazing herds, Turkic monuments, and rolling hills before reaching the pale sands of Mongol Els — the “Little Gobi,” where dunes stretch far beyond the horizon. Nights are spent under canvas, days shaped by movement, wind, and changing light.

The final ride delivers you to Karakorum, once the center of a vast empire. You explore Erdene Zuu Monastery, look out over the Orkhon Valley, then return to Ulaanbaatar by road. Supported throughout, riding at a steady pace, and staying close to the land, this is a journey for those who want to experience Mongolia slowly, honestly, and from the ground up. Join us and ride into the story of the steppe!

2-3 pax: 2,225 USD
4 pax: 1,980 USD
5-7 pax: 1,795 USD
8-9 pax: 1,665 USD
10-12 pax: 1,595 USD
Single Supplement: 240 USD

National Park Tours

Aldarkhishig S. is the provider of this trip

The provider speaks: English, Mongolian

Aldarkhishig Sukhee is an leader, mountain guide, and Managing Director of our company. He specializes in adventure travel across Mongolia, leading and designing cycling, trekking, ski touring, climbing, and multi-activity expeditions in regions such as the Altai, Khangai, Gobi, and Khuvsgul. With decades of field experience, he is known for building logistics-focused, culturally rich itineraries and supporting international teams, climbers, and explorers in remote environments.

Tour highlights

Nomadic Mongolia, Up Close

Share the road with herders, livestock, and everyday life on the steppe

From Steppe to Sand

Cycle from river valleys into the vast Mongol Els dunes, where grasslands give way to open desert

Historic Finish in Karakorum

End the ride at Erdene Zuu Monastery, surrounded by the wide Orkhon Valley

Route details

On arrival in Ulaanbaatar, you’ll be met and transferred to the 4-star Bayangol Hotel. In the afternoon, enjoy a half-day guided walking tour covering the city’s main landmarks, including Sukhbaatar Square — the symbolic heart of the capital — and the Chinggis Khan Museum, which offers insight into the life and legacy of Mongolia’s iconic leader.
At 18:00, experience Mongolia’s cultural traditions during a folklore performance featuring music and dance. The day concludes with a welcome dinner at the hotel, along with a detailed briefing about the journey ahead.
(Dinner/Hotel)

Difficulty

Challenging

Does not require specific skills, but one must be in a good physical shape

Tour provider's comments

MODERATE - these are usually longer trips at medium altitude, involving longer days and steeper and more sustained climbs, which demand a reasonable amount of effort. More technical riding will include some short sections that are too tricky to ride. A good fun challenge for the regular biker.

Total distance: 400 km.

Accommodation

Comfort

Basic

Basic+

Premium

Hotel

2 nights

Camping

1 night

Tent

5 nights

Single Supplement: 240 USD

2 overnights at hotel in UB (twin/breakfast)

Weather during the tour

Weather conditions along the route

You will get a weather forecast for this tour’s route based on

the forecasts for this season
the statistics from previous years’ trips

Conditions

Included

2 overnights at hotel in UB (twin/breakfast);
1 overnight at the ger camp near Karakorum (twin/breakfast);
5 tented nights;
all indicated meals + bottled drinking water (B.L.D);
snacks and soft drink on cycling days;
4*4 Russian van with roof racks for bikes + gasoline;
arrival and departure airport transfers;
English speaking cycling guide;
cook + assistant (from 7 pax);
National Park fees;
mountain bike.

Extras

optional activities;
travel insurance;
meals not indicated;
drinks and alcohol;
sleeping bag and mats;
gratuities.

It's important to know

Confirmation deposit payment

Your travel booking is confirmed by us upon receipt of a deposit of US$500 per person and 10% deposit paid via the Hiking Trekking Club platform. Deposit should be paid by a bank transfer to our bank account.

Balance payment

You must ensure that you forward the balance of your payment to us 6 weeks prior to trip commencement. 7 weeks prior to trip commencement a final invoice will be sent to you by email attachment stating the due amount depending on the total number of participants who will have booked the tour by then.