8 Days Gobi Desert and Kharkhorin Journey

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8 days (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Your 8‑day Gobi Desert & Kharkhorin tour offers a complete Mongolia adventure in comfort and style. Unlike typical group tours, you’ll travel in a modern 4WD vehicle with an experienced local guide who knows hidden gems and authentic nomadic experiences. Explore iconic destinations like the Khongor Sand Dunes, Flaming Cliffs, Yoliin Am canyon, and the UNESCO-listed Kharkhorin and Erdene Zuu Monastery, all while staying in traditional ger camps that balance comfort with authentic culture. Enjoy camel rides, horseback adventures, and encounters with nomadic families, making this tour a true blend of adventure, history, and cultural immersion. Small groups and personalized attention ensure that every traveler experiences the real Mongolia, not just the tourist highlights.”

What's Included

Lunch (Optional[7])
Lunch
Dinner (Optional[7])
Dinner
Breakfast (Optional[7])
Breakfast
Accommodation
International flights , Alcohol drinks, Visa fee

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Guests will be picked up directly from their hotel or accommodation in Ulaanbaatar.
On the day of departure, the driver or guide will arrive at the hotel lobby at the scheduled pickup time and will ask for the lead traveler by name.

If pickup is arranged from the airport or train station, the driver will be waiting in the arrival hall holding a sign with the lead traveler’s name.

Guests will be contacted one day prior to departure via WhatsApp or email to reconfirm pickup time and details.

Itinerary

Duration: 8 days (approximately)
    Day 1

    Arrival in Ulaanbaatar

    1 stop
  • 1
    Gandantegchenling Monastery

    Depending on your arrival time.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 2

    Tsagaan Suvraga

    1 stop
  • 2
    Tsagaan Suvarga

    Depart early and travel to the Gobi Desert. Visit Tsagaan Suvarga, the White Stupa cliff formations. Enjoy walks and photo stops.

    3 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 3

    Yol Valley

    1 stop
  • 3

    Explore Yoliin Am within Gobi Gurvan Saikhan National Park. Hike into the valley surrounded by canyon walls and wildlife.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 4

    Khongor Sand Dune

    1 stop
  • 4
    Khongor Sand Dunes

    Continue to the Khongor (Singing) Sand Dunes. Optional camel ride and sunset views from the dunes.

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 5

    Flaming Cliffs & Khavtsgait

    1 stop
  • 5

    Visit Flaming Cliffs (Bayanzag) and view dinosaur fossil sites and Khavtsgait rock drawings. Sunset photography and exploration.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 6

    Ongi Monastery Ruins

    1 stop
  • 6
    Ongi Monastery

    Drive across the steppe to the Ongi Monastery ruins, one of Mongolia’s largest ancient monastic complexes. Explore and learn local history.

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
    • Day 7

    Kharkhorin & Erdene Zuu Monastery

    1 stop
  • 7
    Kharkhorin

    Arrive in Kharkhorin — ancient capital of the Mongol Empire. Visit the museum and Erdene Zuu Monastery, Mongolia’s oldest Buddhist monastery.

    4 hours • Admission ticket free
    • Day 8

    Nomadic Visit, Horse Riding & Return to Ulaanbaatar

    1 stop
  • 8
    Elsen Tasarkhai

    Visit a nomadic family in the steppe and enjoy a horseback ride. Return to Ulaanbaatar and end of tour.

    5 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Supplied by Mongol Horizon Travel

Tags

Multi-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
4WD Tours
Adventure Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

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