5 Days in central Mongolia

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Drive to Elsen-tasarkhai /Semi-Gobi/ ride camel and walk on the sand dune
1 stop
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Elsen Tasarkhai
Elsen Tasarkhai is a unique semi-desert area in central Mongolia, located about 280 km west of Ulaanbaatar. It features a narrow stretch of sand dunes surrounded by grassy steppe and rocky mountains, often called the “Mini Gobi.” The area is known for camel riding, scenic landscapes, and nearby nomadic families living in traditional gers.
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Drive to Orkhon Valley /Waterfall/ +Horse ride
1 stop
2
Orkhon Waterfall
Orkhon Valley Orkhon Waterfall (Ulaan Tsutgalan) is one of Mongolia’s most famous natural attractions, located in the Orkhon Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The waterfall was formed by volcanic eruptions and is about 20 meters high, creating a beautiful and peaceful landscape surrounded by wide grasslands and lava rocks. Here, we will enjoy a one-hour horse ride and have a chance to hike around the Orkhon Valley and the waterfall.
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Drive to Tsagaan Sum hot springs
2 stops
3
On the border of Uvurkhangai and Arkhangai aimags, 40 kilometers northwest of the center of Khujirt soum and 50 kilometers from the center of Bat-Ulziit soum, Undur-Ovoot or Shiveet-Ulaan is located on a small rocky ledge on the top of a high mountain surrounded by dense forests. It is a 5-kilometer climb from the foot of the mountain to the monastery. In 1648, at the age of 14, the first Bogd Zanabazar of Mongolia was interested in this unique natural landscape and in 1651 he built a small house with stone walls for meditation, which he called “dubkhan” or a place of creation. This word has been used to refer to the monastery since then. Here we are hiking 1 way aprox 2 hours.
5 hours • Admission ticket included
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The hot springs in Tsagaan Sum are known for their natural mineral water, which is believed to be beneficial for relaxation and health. Surrounded by mountains, forests, and wide valleys, the area offers a peaceful atmosphere and beautiful natural scenery.
8 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Drive to Kharkhorin /hostorical +Mongolian old capital city/
1 stop
5
Kharkhorin
Kharkhorin was the capital of the Mongol Empire in the 13th century. It is located in the Orkhon River basin, 360 km southeast of the current capital of Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar. In 1380, Kharkhorin was destroyed. However, about 200 years later, Avtai Sain Khan founded the Erdene Zuu Monastery on the site of Kharkhorin. Kharkhorin is a fascinating place with many historical monuments of Mongolia.
8 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Drive to Ulaanbaatar Via Ugii Lake
1 stop
6
Ugii Lake
Ugii Lake covers about 25.7 km² (approximately 25–27 square kilometers). Its average depth is around 6.6 meters, and the maximum depth reaches about 15.3 meters. Ugii Lake is a beautiful freshwater lake located in Arkhangai Province, central Mongolia. It is famous for its rich birdlife and peaceful natural scenery, making it a popular destination for nature lovers.
1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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