Explore Mongolia's Gobi Desert

6 days 5 nights
Ulaanbaatar
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Baljinnyam S.
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Difficulty
Easy
Comfort
Basic
Basic+
Group size
4-24 tourists,
over 5 y.o.

“Is there really a place where even the nomads do not go?”—a question often whispered by travelers as they cross the boundless Mongolian Gobi Desert. The answer lies in the stillness. Vast and wind-swept, the Gobi whispers silence—an ancient emptiness where the land stretches endlessly, interrupted only by time-sculpted cliffs, golden dunes, and the occasional wild creature watching from afar. This journey offers you an experience of deep stillness, where even the horizon feels untouched.

During this adventure, you'll journey from the chalky cliffs of Tsagaan Suvarga to the gorge of Yol Valley, nestled at the edge of the Altai Mountains. Walk alongside dinosaur fossils at the legendary Flaming Cliffs of Bayanzag, climb the towering Singing Dunes of Khongor, and spot golden eagles circling above the saxual forests of the Gobi. Along the way, you'll meet camel herders, witness a living desert teeming with wildlife, and visit hidden temples tucked into green alpine valleys.

Travel with an experienced local guide, each day will bring you something new —from traditional gers (yurts) under star-streaked skies to the fragrant pines of Terelj National Park. Let the Gobi’s golden dunes, ancient cliffs, and open silence carry you far from the everyday. Get ready and join us on this timeless adventure!

2 pax, per person per day 140$
3 pax, per person per day 100$
4 pax, per person per day 85$
5 pax, per person per day 79$
6 pax, per person per day 69$

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per tourist for 6 days
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Photo Baljinnyam S.
Baljinnyam S. is the provider of this trip
The provider speaks: English, German, French, Korean
We have personally been to destinations through Mongolia, stayed at nomadic families and tourist camps, horse and camel trips, hiking & trekking in the wild nature and taken the off-the-beaten path tours, so we know what to recommend and what not to recommend to our clients. We will be there for you if anything unexpected occurs on your trip. We have the education and the experience to ensure you enjoy exceptional travel experiences throughout your lifetime.

Tour highlights

Gobi desert
Into the Sands and Ice
Hike through the dramatic Yol Ice Valley and climb the towering Khongor sand dunes for panoramic views of the Gobi’s endless horizon
mongolian yurts
Step Inside Nomadic Life
Visit traditional yurts and meet local families, gaining insight into Mongolia’s timeless nomadic culture and way of life
camel
Follow the Caravan Trail
Ride camels across vast dunes, following ancient caravan paths under open skies and listening to the desert breathe

Route details

Day 1
Journey to Tsagaan Suvarga (White Stupa)

We begin our journey with a drive to Tsagaan Suvarga (White Stupa), a stunning natural formation shaped by centuries of erosion. Once part of an ancient seabed, the area is rich in marine fossils and seashells. Some of the chalk cliffs here rise up to 30 meters high.

Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

car among gobi desert
gobi desert's horizon
Drone view of Tsagaan Suvarga canyon in Mongolia 5 more photos
Day 2
Discover Yol Ice Valley in Gobi Gurvansaikhan National Park
Day 3
Conquer Khongor Sand Dune
Day 4
Visit Flaming Cliffs
Day 5
Travel to Middle Gobi to see Rock Formation
Day 6
Farewell and back to Ulaanbaatar
Difficulty
Easy
Minimal physical activity. Suitable for everyone regardless of fitness and age

Accommodation

Comfort
Basic
Basic+
Guest House
5 nights

If you are staying in Ulaanbaatar, you will be in a 3 or 4 star hotel and Guest House. During any trips around the country, you will be camping in tents and in traditional Mongolian Ger. All accommodation offered by us is personally checked by our staff to ensure high standards.

5 nights
Tourist Camp

Conditions

Included
  • breakfast, lunch, dinner and drinking water on each day;
  • horse or camel riding (as applicable);
  • all entrance fees to parks, monasteries etc.;
  • qualified driver and tour guide;
  • accommodation;
  • sleeping bags as required.
Extras
  • international airfare or train tickets;
  • luggage charges: free luggage allowance is 15 kg for domestic flights depending on the air company;
  • personal expenses: laundry, beverages, alcoholic drinks, telephone calls, optional activities which are not included in the tour itinerary;
  • travel insurance: our clients are recommended to get travel insurance coverage from their local insurance companies before traveling. 

It's important to know

What are the Visa Requiremenrts?

You will need an entry visa on your passport to travel to Mongolia. It can be obtained from the Mongolian Embassy or Consular in your country if there is one. In case you have some difficulties, please contact us or one-month tourist visas can be obtained on-the-spot at arrival in Mongolia (airport and railway customs clearance), although the visa situation is subject to change from time-to-time.

The citizens from the following countries can travel to Mongolia without a visa within the certain, specified number of days:

  • US citizens 30 days 
  • Kazakhstan 90 days
  • Israel 30 days
  • Malaysia 30 days
  • Cuba 30 days
  • Phillipin 21 days
  • Singapore 14 day
  • Hong Kong 14 days
  • Japan 30 days
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