Highlights of Mongolia Jeep Tour: Ulan-Bator - Gobi - Karakorum - Hustai (MN-03)

Mighty Mongolia is huge and this exciting 10-day tour explores the best of it in a short period of time. Bringing together the very best of modern and historical Mongolia travellers will experience a wealth of different activities and sights. Over the course of one and a half weeks, you will visit the busy capital of Ulan-Bator, Erdene-Zuu - home to one of the largest monasteries in Mongolia - as well as the country’s very first Buddhist monastery and the fascinating remnants of Karakorum – the former stronghold of Genghis Khan's Mongolian Empire. Nature is in the foreground of this tour too. Along the way we will meet horses, camels and explore the fascinating Terelj national park with its outstanding views and wildlife. Another highlight is the eerie sand dunes of Khongor and the South Gobi. The tour will also call at the legendary ‘Flaming Cliffs’ where fossils and dinosaur eggs were discovered. Join us on this short Mongolia exploration tour.
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Day 1. Ulan Bator
Upon arrival in Ulan Bator, you will be met by your guide and driver. Transfer to a hotel in Ulan Bator. (D).
Day 2. Baga Gazriin Chuluu (Middle Gobi)
Today we will head to Baga Gazriin Chuluu - a unique rock formation which changes colur depending on the time of day. Overnight stay in a ger camp.
Day 3. Tsagaan Suvarga
Visit ruins of Sum Khukh Bird Temple and Tsagaan Suvarga - a fascinating white lime stone cliff. Overnight stay in a ger camp.
Day 4. Yol Valley
Drive to the Three Beauties of the Gobi National Park and visit the Yol Valley. Overnight stay in a ger camp.
Day 5. Khongor Sand Dunes
We will drive to the remote Khongor Sand Dunes known as the Singing Dunes. A climb up to the sand dunes will be rewarded with a breathtaking view. Overnight in a ger camp.
Day 6. Bayanzag
Drive to the world famous Flaming Cliffs or Bayanzag (Saxaul tree forest of the Gobi). Explore the site of the first paleontological findings. Enjoy a short camel ride. Overnight stay in a ger camp.
Day 7. Ongi Monastery
After breakfast we will drive north to visit the ruins of the once great Ongi Monastery. Overnight in a ger camp.
Day 8. Karakorum - Erdene-Zuu Monastery
Today we drive to Karakorum - the striking 13th century capital of the Great Mongol Empire. Visit the Erdene-Zuu Monastery. Overnight stay in a ger camp.
Day 9. Ulan Bator
After breakfast drive back to Ulan Bator. Overnight stay in a hotel.
Day 10. Ulan Bator
Our driver will meet you at the hotel lobby. Transfer to the airport.
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Quick Facts
  • Season: Summer
  • Days: 10
  • Group Size: 3-15
  • Tour Grade:   Moderate

Day 1. Ulan Bator
Upon arrival in Ulan Bator, you will be met by your guide and driver. Transfer to a hotel in Ulan Bator. (D).
Day 2. Baga Gazriin Chuluu (Middle Gobi)
Early morning we will head to Baga Gazriin Chuluu, a unique rock formation which changes colur depending on the time of day. We will also visit the ruins of an ancient temple and explore the area – this sets the scene as we have an early insight into Mongolia’s stunning natural scenery and cultural heritage. Picnic lunch. Dinner and overnight stay in a ger camp. Driving distance – 220 km (135 miles). (B/L/D).
Day 3. Tsagaan Suvarga
After breakfast visit ruins of Sum Khukh Bird Temple. Continue driving to Tsagaan Suvarga a fascinating white lime stone cliff which resembles a stupa. Picnic lunch. Dinner and overnight stay in a ger camp. Driving distance – 280 km (175 miles). (B/L/D).
Day 4. Yol Valley
Drive further south. Arrive at the Three Beauties of the Gobi National Park, here we will spend the day on an excursion to the spectacular Yol Valley where we will hike and enjoy the stunning photographic opportunities. Lunch, dinner and overnight stay in a ger camp. Driving distance – 280 km (175 miles). (B/L/D).
Day 5. Khongor Sand Dunes
After breakfast we will drive to the remote Khongor Sand Dunes known as the Singing Dunes – the vibrations of shifting sands make natural, magical music. A climb up to the sand dunes will be rewarded with a breathtaking view. In the evening, we will observe a spectacular sunset, please prepare your cameras! Lunch, dinner, and overnight in a ger camp. Driving distance – 200 km (125 miles). (B/L/D).
Day 6. Bayanzag
Drive to the world famous Flaming Cliffs or BayanZag (Saxaul tree forest of the Gobi). Explore the site of the first paleontological findings in Mongolia by following in the footsteps of Roy Chapman Andrews. A highlight of this day is our chance to spend time with a nomadic camel breeding family and experience the true hospitality of the Mongolian nomads. Enjoy a short camel ride. Lunch, dinner, and overnight stay in a ger camp. Driving distance – 150 km (94 miles). (B/L/D).
Day 7. Ongi Monastery
After breakfast we will drive north to visit the ruins of the once great Ongi Monastery. We will also visit the local restored temple and enjoy a walk in the surrounding area. Dinner and overnight in a ger camp. Driving distance – 150 km (94 miles). (B/L/D).
Day 8. Karakorum - Erdene-Zuu Monastery
After breakfast we drive to Karakorum, the striking 13th century capital of the Great Mongol Empire. Visit the Erdene-Zuu Monastery, which was the first and largest monastery in all of Mongolia. Tour the monastery and visit several temples, all with excellent examples of mesmerizing Buddhist Thangka paintings dating back from the 16th century. Visit the special and little-known Karakorum Museum. Dinner and overnight stay in a ger camp. Driving distance – 300 km (187 miles). (B/L/D).
Day 9. Ulan Bator
After breakfast drive back to Ulan Bator. Picnic lunch. Overnight stay in a hotel. Driving distance - 380 km (235 miles). (B/L/D).
Day 10. Ulan Bator.
Breakfast at the hotel. Our driver will meet you at the hotel lobby. Transfer to the airport for your flight back home. (B).


Want to travel on different dates?
Please see below for our group tour dates, if you would like to travel on a different day, please let us know and we will come back to you with an offer. There might be additional surcharges for a private tour but all depends on the number of people in your party and your travel preferences.

 

Peninsula Palace *****

Category: De Luxe 5* hotel
Address: China, Beijing, Wangfujing, Goldfish Lane, 8

Peninsula Palace The Peninsula Palace Hotel Beijing is located within main shopping areas of Wangfujing and Dongdan in the heart of Beijing. It only takes a few minutes to walk to the popular scenic spots such as Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and The Museum of Chinese History.

Opened in 1989, the hotel has an imposing, traditional Chinese architectural-style exterior, integrated with the ultimate in luxurious, modern hotel amenities and facilities.

There are 525 guest rooms, which have been refurbished to the most luxurious standard based on the Peninsula's tradition of comfort, interwoven with subtle Chinese influences. The newly designed guest rooms and suites feature hardwood floors covered with carpet, a 42” plasma television, high-speed broadband Internet access, silent fax machine and The Peninsula signature technology - a bedside electronic panel that controls all lighting and audio-visual equipment in the room, as well as a special control panel by the door displaying outside temperature and humidity levels.

The hotel has a lounge, restaurants, fitness centre, sauna, spa, indoor pool, prestigious shopping Arcade with 50 exclusive designer boutiques.

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Howard Johnson Paragon ****

Category: Business 4* hotel
Address: China, Beijing, Jianguomen Avenue, 18

Howard Johnson Paragon The hotel is located in the city centre, next to the famous shopping mall - Henderson Centre, a 10-minute walk to the famous Tian Namen Square, Summer Palace and just across the street to the Beijing Railway Station.

There are 280 rooms equipped with a private bathroom, hairdryer, cable/satellite TV, coffee/tea maker, Internet access, iron and ironing board.

The hotel has a restaurant, bar/lounge, room service, baby sitting on request, beauty salon, fitness centre, free parking, game room, ironing/laundry services, business centre, meeting /conference rooms, non-smoking rooms and rooms for the disabled.

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Red Wall ***

Category: Tourist 3* hotel
Address: China, Beijing, Sha Tan North Street, 31

Red Wall The hotel is located in the centre of Beijing and within 5 minutes walk to its major attractions: Forbidden City, traditional Chinese folk house (Hutong and Siheyuan), Wangfujing shopping street, Red Building of Beijing University, including relics of the city wall of Beijing.

The hotel has a total of 200 rooms including standard rooms, deluxe standard rooms, executive suite rooms equipped with a private bathroom, hairdryer, air conditioning, cable/satellite TV, high-speed Internet access, telephone, safety box, iron and ironing board and mini-bar.

There is a gym, sauna, massage, beauty salon, restaurant, coffee bar and meeting room. The restaurant offers Chinese and Western cuisines including Chinese imperial cuisine, Sichuan cuisine and Guangdong cuisine.

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