Best Of Mongolia: Epic Gobi overland & Blue Pearl Khuvsgul Lake 12 days tour

Arrive in Ulaanbaatar, the capital city of Mongolia. After clear customs and claim your luggage, you will be greeted by your driver at the exit and then transferred to your hotel. After check-in, free at leisure for the rest of the day to refresh yourself from jet lag.

Accommodation: Hotel 4*.
Meals: not included this day

Today, you will be picked up from your hotel and transferred to the city airport for the flight to Murun, which is the town center of Khuvsgul Province. Upon landing at Murun airport, your guide and driver lead you to Khuvsgul Lake, which is known as the Switzerland of Mongolia and the second clearest lake in Central Asia. Take 2 hour drive to the Khatgal village on the shore of the lake and visit the village market and main port of the lake. Upon arrival at the tourist camp, we will explore the national park on horseback. Mongolia is the best destination for horse riding trips and especially Khuvsgul province is the best-recommended place for this experience.

Accommodation: Tourist camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Enjoy delicious breakfast on the shore of the lake. This beautiful morning, we will explore the national park from horse back. Mongolia is the best destination for horse riding trip and especially Khuvsgul province is the best recommended place for this experience. In the evening, we will drive to Murun town for local good hotel stay.

Accommodation: Local hotel room.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Early this morning, we will return to Murun town and take a return flight to Ulaanbaatar. On the way, you will visit Uushig ancient Deer Stone Monument another wonder of the Khuvsgul region. This is most clearly depicted by deer stones left behind by bronze-age men. Upon arrival at the city airport, we will take 2.5 hrs to drive to Terelj National Park, the nearest and the most breathtaking sightseeing from the capital Ulaanbaatar First, we will explore the national park and take a little drive to see Turtle Rock – the symbol of the National Park. You can climb on the rock if you want, Also, visit the Ariyabal meditation temple - Once you reach the temple and stand on the top of a hill, you will be amused by the whole park view. In the evening, visit a nomadic family living nearby, where you will have a Mongolian cooking lesson to learn how to prepare Buuz (steamed dumplings) or huushuur (fried meat pastry).

Accommodation: Tourist camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

In the morning at 8:00 am, your private guide and driver pick you up and we will drive towards Tsagaan Suvarga, traveling across the expansive steppe of the Middle Gobi province. On the way we will have lunch at local good restaurant. Upon reaching the Ger camp, you will check in and relax at the cozy Gobi Caravan Serai camp. Tsagaan Suvarga is a striking, multi-colored limestone formation, once part of an ancient seabed, and shaped over millions of years by unique sedimentary processes. In the evening, you can do hiking and taking photography of the beautiful panoramic views of Tsagaan suvarga.

Accommodation: Ensuite Gobi Caravan Serai tourist camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

After breakfast, we will begin our journey to Yol Valley, also known as Yolyn Am or Eagle Valley, located in the breathtaking Gobi Desert. Enroute, we will visit Dalanzadgad Museum where you will get interesting info regarding Gobi Desert and the province Once at the Yolyn Am, embark on a pleasant hike through the valley, making your way to the end of the gorge, where the icy landscape offers a striking contrast to the surrounding desert. While exploring, keep an eye out for wildlife such as eagles, wild sheep, ibex, and various birds of prey. The valley is also home to small rodents and other desert animals. After a fulfilling day in Yol Valley, we will take short drive to the tourist Ger camp nearby and have dinner.

Accommodation: Ensuite Goviin Urguu tourist camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Today, our adventure to the remarkable Khongor Sand Dunes will begin at 8:00 AM. We will arrive at the tourist camp around lunchtime, where you can relax and unwind in the cozy Ger camp, waiting for the temperature to cool down in the hot Gobi Desert. In the late afternoon, we will visit a local camel herder family in their Ger to learn about their unique lifestyle and culture. Afterward, enjoy a camel ride in one of the best spots for this traditional experience. Our next stop will be the beautiful green oasis of Seruun Bulag, located near the Khongor River and sand dunes. After exploring this scenic area, return to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Ensuite Gobi Erdene Tourist camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

On this day, our trip will continue to Bayanzag, which means ‘rich in saxaul shrubs’, was once an ancient sea bed. This amazing place is more commonly known as ‘Flaming Cliffs’ and place where a lot of Paleontological findings have been discovered. American paleontologists led by Roy Chapman Andrew’s findings here proved to the world that dinosaurs laid eggs. We will explore around the area, including the saxual trees and wander on the red hillocks. There is a good chance to gaze at the billions of stars in the evening.

Accommodation: Ensuite Gobi Tour tourist camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Today, we will head to the Gobi Desert and come around lunch time at Tourist camp. This bare steppe area along the Ongi River makes a good resting place to break a trip between Gobi Desert and Central Mongolian steppe. Ongi temple was once one of the biggest monasteries. But it is a small museum today. Refresh at the ger camp and take a walk among the ruins and visit the reconstructed temple museum. If you want, you can have pleasant massage and sauna at the camp. Rest of the day is yours to relax on your own.

Accommodation: Ensuite Ongi Secret tourist camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

After breakfast, our excursion continues to Kharkhorin, where you'll gain deeper insights into Mongolia’s fascinating history. Begin your exploration of Kharkhorin with a visit to the Karakorum Museum, which offers a comprehensive look at the history of the Mongol Empire. The museum's collection of ancient artifacts will transport you back in time to the era when Kharkhorin was a bustling metropolis. Then, we’ll continue our tour to the stunning Erdenezuu Monastery, a majestic complex founded in the 16th century. You'll have the opportunity to explore the monastery's peaceful courtyards and observe the monks' daily rituals. Learn about the role of Buddhism in Mongolia’s history and culture. The remainder of the day is yours to relax and explore at your own pace.

Accommodation: Ensuite Secret of Silk road tourist camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

In the morning at 9 am, drive to the Hustai National Park, where world’s last wild horse (never domesticated), Takhi inhabit. Upon arrival at Hustai, visit small Ger information center- shows some detailed information about last truly wild horses. Enjoy lunch at the tourist camp. Rest and refresh until afternoon, in the evening, go walking to see the horses in their natural habitat. In the evening, return to Ulaanbaatar and transferred to your hotel.

Accommodation: Tourist camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

As your memorable trip comes to end, then you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to your next destination or home.

Meals: Breakfast