Eagle Festival group tours mongolia, Eagle Hunters tours mongolia

Book your Dream Mongolian Tour with Confidence!

Epic Gobi & Orkhon Valley 12 days Family tour

Check Group Departures

Why choose our tour

Covers Mongolia’s top highlights—Gobi Desert and Orkhon Valley—in one journey.
Experience diverse landscapes, from sand dunes to vast steppes and starry skies.
Immerse in authentic nomadic culture and rich Mongolian history.

The 12 days’ tour cover one of the most popular travel routes in Mongolia including –most famous Gobi Desert where 70-80% of total travelers choose to visit. Then, next popular Central Mongolia (Orkhon Valley) cradle of Central Asian nomadic civilizations which has been continuously inhabited by various ancient peoples,

In this tour, you will explore towering sand dunes with green meadows, occasional oasis and do stargazing each night, 360° views of grassy and gravel steppes edge with the horizon, stunning sunrise, and sunset. you can understand the nomadic way of life and Mongolian history in depth.

Itinerary

Welcome to Ulaanbaatar, the capital city of Mongolia. Your private guide and driver pick you up and escort you to Terelj National Park the nearest and the most breathtaking sightseeing from the capital Ulaanbaatar. You can explore museums and souvenir shops. Afterward, you will be transferred to your resort, and the rest of the day is free for you to relax.

Accommodation: Ensuite Tourist Ger camp.

Meals: Lunch and Dinner

Statue of Damdin Sükhbaatar on horseback in front of the Mongolian Government Palace under a bright blue sky.

A man holding a golden eagle with the massive silver Genghis Khan Equestrian Statue in the background.

In the morning, Your private guide and driver will lead you first to “Genghis Khan Statue Complex” which is currently the biggest (40m high) equestrian statue in the world. You can go inside and enjoy museums, souvenir shops, and restaurants.

Afterward, we will explore the national park and 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 the hill, you will be amused by the whole park view. Dinner and overnight at the tourist Ger camp.

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

A lush green hillside covered in purple and white wildflowers with jagged granite mountains and pine trees under a clear blue sky.

Photography tours mongolia, Private tours mongolia,Terelj Lodge, 1 day tours mongolia, Short tours and day tours mongolia, Gobi tours mongolia, Eagle Hunters tours mongolia, Mongolia tours in August, Mongolia tours in September

In the morning at 8 am, we will drive towards Tsagaan Suvarga. We will drive through rolling hills and the steppe of the Middle Gobi province.

Upon arrival at the Ger camp check in and have lunch. Tsagaan Suvarga is a steep colorful limestone slope that once was an ancient sea bed, featuring a sedimentary structure that was created over millions of years.

Here you will stay interesting Gobi caravan Serai camp and you can do hiking and take photography of the beautiful panoramic views.

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

Colorful sedimentary mud cliffs of Tsagaan Suvarga, resembling ancient stupas, under a bright blue sky in the Gobi Desert.

Tourist hiking on the colorful limestone formations of Tsagaan Suvarga in Middle Gobi, Mongolia.

After relaxing breakfast, we will proceed to Yol valley (also called Yolyn Am & Eagle valley) in the hot Gobi Desert, which shows unusual scenery. On the way, we will visit Gobi museum in Dalanzadgad town. There you will do hiking to reach the end of the gorge with thick ice layers throughout the year. Surrounding mountains are home to eagles, elusive wild sheep and ibexes, and many birds of prey, as well as numerous small rodents.

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

Group of tourists on a trekking tour and horse riding through Yol Valley (Eagle Valley).

Today, our excursion will start at 8am to the extraordinary Khongor sand dune the largest and most breathtaking sand dunes in Mongolia reaching as high as 100-300 meters (328,08 – 984,25 feet) above the ground. This is undoubtedly among the most spectacular of the country. The sand dunes make you feel extraordinary comfort and infinite peace. Reach the tourist camp around lunch time and relax until Gobi hot temperature decrease.

Next excursion is to a beautiful green oasis of Seruun Bulag near the Khongor River and sand dunes. Dinner and overnight at the tourist camp. Dinner and overnight at the tourist camp.

In the evening, visit local camel herder family in their ger, and experience their nomadic lifestyle and ride a camel to explore the area.

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

A caravan of two-humped Bactrian camels being led across a shallow river in a Khongoryn els desert landscape with sand dunes and mountains in the distance.

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. On the way, hike and see Khavtsgait Petroglyphs which depicts everyday lives of the people who lived in the Gobi thousands of years ago. Then have a lunch in a village of Bulgan and soon after you will arrive at Bayanzag Flaming Cliffs. Then you will explore around significant 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 Tourist Ger camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

Red sandstone formations at Bayanzag with green saxaul shrubs growing along the ridge under a blue sky.

Today, we will head to the Ongi Monastery 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 monastery. But it is today small museum. 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: Standard Ger camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.

Close-up of traditional white Ger dwellings arranged in rows at the base of the rebuilt Ongi temple monastery.

Wide panoramic view of a traditional Ger camp and the rebuilt Ongi temple in a valley.

After breakfast, our excursion continues to Kharkhorin, a small village, and one of the country's major tourist destinations. Historically once was an ancient capital of Mongol Empire and the most important cities in the history of the Silk Road.

Upon arrival, we will visit the museum of Karakorum and learn more about the Mongolian history.

Continue the guided tour to the magnificent and the oldest Buddhist Monastery complex of Erdenezuu and listen monks chanting. Then it’s great chance to visit horse herder nomad family and ride a horse. Optional to visit Tuvkhun temple or Ugii lake and Gokturk museum.

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

A tourist stands before the white facade of the Karakorum Museum, observing a traditional incense burner.

The white and gold facade of a temple at Erdene Zuu Monastery with a stone path and incense burner in the foreground.

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. Then short drive to see the horses in their natural habitat.

Next, we will drive to Mongol Nomadic Camp. There we will attend the Mini Naadam show.

Show includes.

- Opening Ceremony of Naadam Festival.

- The First round of Mongolian Wrestling.

- Short performance of folk music and dance.

- The Second round of Mongolian Wrestling.

- Archery competition.

- The third round of Mongolian Wrestling.

- Horse racing starts with the melodious voice of little children.

- While waiting for the horses to come from the starting line, the performance continues with competition to select the best equestrian couple.

- Awarding prizes for all winners of wrestling, horse racing, and archery.

- Closing ceremony of the Mini Naadam. Free time for taking photos.

Have dinner and overnight at the camp.

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

A group of Przewalski’s horses (Takhi) grazing on the rolling green hills of Hustai National Park.

Two Mongolian wrestlers competing in traditional "zodog" and "shuudag" attire on a grassy field under a cloudy sky.

At 10 am, you will meet with your private tour guide and driver at your hotel lobby and then the city tour starts with visiting Sukhbaatar square which lies at the heart of the city. The Mongolian Parliament Building stands in the north of the square, displaying an astonishing sight of Genghis Khaan and his warriors’ sculptures.

Continue to visit the Museum of Mongolian National History – It provides an excellent overview of the history and culture of Mongols from prehistory to the contemporary era. The evening is dedicated to visiting the “Folklore show”. It’s a great chance to hear Khöömii (throat singing) and amazing contortion.

Accommodation: Hotel 4*.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.

A bronze statue of a camel caravan with pack saddles on a green lawn in front of modern glass skyscrapers in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.

Musicians in traditional Mongolian deel performing with a Morin Khuur (horsehead fiddle) and yatga on a colorful stage at Tumen Ekh Folklore Concert.

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

Includes

Private, professional English-speaking tour guide throughout the trip
11 nights’ accommodation
Full board meals as listed in the itinerary: Breakfast - 12, Lunch - 12, Dinner – 12
All transfer & transports + experienced driver,
Entrance fees to all attractions on the itinerary
A cultural performance
Camel riding in Gobi ~ 1 hour
Horse riding in Orkhon Valley
Complimentary drink water during the tour

Excludes

International flights & Travels insurance
Hotel early check-in and late check-out
Tipping and other personal expenses
Other services not mentioned in the itinerary

Trip Notes

🍽️ Meals in Mongolia Tours

Most of our Mongolia tour packages include full-board meals — breakfast, lunch, and dinner. In Ulaanbaatar, lunches or dinners are served at popular local restaurants, giving you the opportunity to experience genuine Mongolian cuisine and the country’s unique dining culture. At tourist ger camps, lunches and dinners are pre-arranged and include 3–4 courses — soup and/or salad, main dish, dessert, and bottled water. If your itinerary includes stops at local roadside restaurants, you’ll be able to choose meals directly from the menu. In Ulaanbaatar, a wider range of cuisines — including Korean, Japanese, and Chinese dishes — is available upon request.

Special Diets: Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meals are available with advance notice.

Water and Drinks: Each guest receives two 0.5L bottles of water per day (or one 1.5L bottle upon request). Please note that alcoholic and soft drinks are not included in the tour package. 🔗 More details: [Mongolian Meals and Cuisine]

🏨 Accommodation

Guru Travel Mongolia carefully selects all accommodations based on our research, experience, and client feedback — ensuring a comfortable stay, quality service, and convenient locations.

In Ulaanbaatar: You’ll stay in centrally located 4-star or 5-star hotels (for private tours) or 3-star hotels (for group tours), chosen for comfort and accessibility.

In the Countryside: During your trip, you’ll stay in Tourist Ger Camps, Mongolia’s signature accommodation. Each camp features traditional Gers (yurts) with scenic surroundings.

👉 Learn more: [What is a Tourist Ger Camp?]

Private Tours: Most nights include ensuite tourist ger camps (private bathrooms), with a few nights at standard camps.
Group Tours: Stay in standard tourist ger camps offering the best available comfort for group travel. Ensuite options can be arranged for an additional cost.

Winter Tours
Mongolian tourism is seasonal — ger camps operate fully from May 15 to October 15. In winter, you’ll stay in local hotels or enjoy a nomadic family homestay for an authentic cultural experience. 🔗 See also: [Mongolia Hotels] | [Nomad Family Homestay]

🧭 Guides
We take pride in selecting only professional and knowledgeable tour guides who provide excellent service and a deep understanding of Mongolian nomadic life. All our guides are friendly, caring, and experienced, with 3 to 10 years of guiding experience. They know Mongolia like the back of their hand and are dedicated to making your journey meaningful and memorable.

🚙 Drivers & Transportation
Guru Travel Mongolia provides latest-model, air-conditioned 4WD vehicles and private vans for maximum comfort during your tour. Our experienced drivers have over 5 years of professional experience, ensuring safe, reliable, and enjoyable travel across Mongolia. Most tours are designed with 4x4 Japanese vans or SUVs to handle all road conditions. Read more here: [Mongolia Tour Drivers and Vehicles]