GOBI MIRAGE TOUR

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The total traveling distance is 1600 km

Full board

3 star hotel for 1 night

Tour grade: Easy

6 Nights / 7 Days

4 Nights in a tourist ger camp

Low deposit from $200

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TOUR INTRODUCTION

The Mongolian Gobi Desert is the world's largest dinosaur fossil reservoir. The Gobi Desert is a vast, arid region of northern China and southern Mongolia. The Gobi is known for its dunes, mountains, and rare animals, including snow leopards, black-tailed deer, martens, lynx, wildcats, antelopes, and two-humped Bactrian camels. Sustainable travel

The region is significant for dinosaur fossils from the late Cretaceous period, the last of the three main periods of the dinosaur age, representing the final phase of dinosaur evolution. There are lots of exciting things to discover in the Mongolian Gobi. That's why this tour is one of our travelers' favorites and top-rated. Enjoy every moment with us!

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TOUR HIGHLIGHTS & DESTINATIONS

Experience nomadic life
Mongolian Traditional Folk Concert
City tour
Gandan-Tegchlen Monastery
Mongolian National History Museum
Zaisan Hill memorial
Bogd Khan Winter Palace
Horse & Camel riding for 1 hour each
Tsagaan Suvraga White Stupa
Yol Valley
Khongor Sand Dunes
Bayanzag Flaming Cliffs
Baga Gazriin Chuluu Rocky Formation
Mongolian Traditional BBQ

TOUR OVERVIEW

The total driving distance is 1600 km

TOUR ITINERARY

DAY 1.

ARRIVAL DAY & CITY TOUR

Today, we will pick you up from the airport and transfer you to the hotel***.
If you want, you can rest for a while, and then we will start a city tour.
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- Mongolian National History Museum or Chinggis Khan Museum

- Chinggis Khan Square
- Gandan-Tegchlen Monastery
- Zaisan Hill memorial, from which you can see the whole city. After that, we will see the traditional Mongolian folklore concert at 6 pm and have dinner/transfer to the hotel.

Accommodation: 3-star hotel in Ulaanbaatar city

Destinations: 60km

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DAY 2.

DRIVE TO TSAGAAN SUVRAGA "WHITE STUPA"

This morning, after breakfast at the hotel, our guide and driver will pick you up, and we will drive to Tsagaan Suvarga in Dundgovi province.
It is interesting to see the sheer slope facing east, which, from a distance, seems to be the ancient city's ruins. Tsagaan Suvraga, 90 degrees straight, consists of many clay deposits in various colors.

Accommodation: A Nomadic family's ger camp

Destinations: 450km

Meals: (B/L/D)

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Tsagaan Suvrag - White Stupa- South Gobi.

DAY 3.

DRIVE TO YOL VALLEY "VULTURE CANYON"

This morning, we will drive to Yol Valley (Vulture Canyon). It is a beautiful, deep canyon with many rocky cliffs created by many years of water erosion. Sustainable travel

After arrival at the canyon, we will take a 2-hour hike and see parts of a glacier left over from the winter months. We can visit the local Natural History Museum on our way in/out of the park, where dinosaur eggs and bones, petrified trees, and a snow leopard are displayed.

Accommodation: Tourist camp

Destinations: 180km

Meals: (B/L/D)

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DAY 4.

DRIVE TO KHONGOR SAND DUNES "SINGING DUNE"

Khongor sand dune is one of Mongolia's largest and most spectacular dunes, standing as high as 200 meters above the ground, 7-8 km wide, and 180 km long. Climbing the dunes is breathtaking, not just for the view from the top.

It surprises climbers that the dunes make a singing sound while you climb; that is why they are nicknamed the singing dunes. Sustainable travel

The sand dunes give you an extraordinary sense of comfort and infinite peace. Once we get there, we will ride a camel along the Khongor dunes. The two-humped Bactrian camels are very comfortable to ride as they walk slowly and gently. You will be well supported by the humps, sitting comfortably between them.

Accommodation: Tourist camp

Destinations: 180km

Meals: (B/L/D)

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Khongoriin els South Gobi Mongolian tour

DAY 5.

DRIVE TO BAYANZAG FLAMING CLIFFS

Today, we are going to drive to Bayanzag. Known as a Flaming Cliffs "Cradle of Dinosaurs," the first nest of dinosaur eggs ever discovered was found in 1922.The site was famous for the remains of a dinosaur that lived here 60 million years ago.

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You can walk around where dinosaurs once roamed and see saxaul trees and other classic desert vegetation.

Accommodation: Tourist camp

Destinations: 150km

Meals: (B/L/D)

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flaming cliffs of Mongolia and blue sky.

DAY 6.

DRIVE TO BAGA GAZARIIN CHULUU ROCKY FORMATION

The astonishing granitic formations of Baga Gazariin Chuluu, "stone of the little place," are located northwest of the Dundgovi province. Therefore, you can see on the rock the inscriptions written by two venerated monks who lived there in the 19th century. We will visit the ruins of an old temple dating from the 17th century. Sustainable travel

We can see a deep, narrow hole. The stagnating rainwater could treat ocular illnesses. There is a little ladle on the rock for the people to wash their eyes with the sacred water.

Accommodation: Tourist camp

Destinations: 290km

Meals: (B/L/D)

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DAY 7.

DRIVE BACK TO ULAANBAATAR CITY AND DEPARTURE

This morning, after having a hearty breakfast at the tourist camp, we will drive back to the city and arrive around noon. Then we can do some shopping if you want to. Afterward, drop you off at the international airport. End of the tour. Departure.

Thank you very much for traveling with us!

Destinations: 290 km

Meals: (B)

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TOUR PRICE INCLUSION

Pick up and drop off service from/to the hotel
Private Transportation
Professional Driver
English-speaking tour guide
Fuel
Accommodtions
Three meals per day as indicated in the itinerary
All taxes and entrance fees
Sightseeing costs
1.5 L water per day per person

MEALS

Tour meals are included as indicated in your itinerary.
In the countryside, most ger camps offer a mix of European-style dishes and traditional Mongolian meals, with an emphasis on meat-based dishes. Meat—usually beef, mutton, or chicken—is a central part of Mongolian cuisine and is commonly served for both lunch and dinner, accompanied by vegetables, salads, and soups.

Breakfast

Breakfast at ger camps typically includes:

Tea or coffee
Bread with butter and jam
Eggs and sausage
Occasionally, cookies, cheese, cereals, pancakes, or porridge

Lunch

During the tour, we will stop at authentic local restaurants for lunch. You can choose one main dish and a fresh salad, and the portions are usually generous, giving you a genuine taste of local flavors and plenty to enjoy.
At lunchtime, you will find coffee shops and supermarkets where you can purchase cold drinks, ice cream, specialty sweets, or a freshly brewed Americano or espresso. It is an excellent opportunity to treat yourself.

Dinner

Dinner at tourist camps generally includes:

Salad
A main course
A light dessert
Tea

Meals with Nomad Families

When staying with nomadic families, you will enjoy authentic home-cooked Mongolian meals that are often hearty and straightforward. Mongolian households do not typically prepare many dishes at once, so meals are served in a traditional, concise manner.

Dietary Needs

If you are a vegetarian or have dietary restrictions, please let us know in advance so we can make the appropriate arrangements. Vegetarian options are available at most camps, but variety can be limited in remote areas, so early notice is essential.

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TOURIST CAMPS

We carefully select our business partners to ensure you receive the best possible service and amenities throughout your stay. Tourist ger camps, typically located in Mongolia’s stunning countryside, offer the ideal balance of comfort and authenticity—allowing you to experience the nomadic lifestyle in a sustainable and meaningful way.

Each camp consists of several gers, usually furnished with 2–3 beds. Modern facilities, including washing blocks with Western-style restrooms, hot showers, laundry service, and a restaurant, are provided outside the gers. Tourist camps are generally divided into luxury and standard categories.

Luxury gers include a private shower and toilet inside the ger.
Standard gers use shared but well-maintained restroom and shower facilities.

We arrange accommodations according to your preferences, so please let us know which type of ger you would like. (Please note that luxury gers are priced higher than standard ones.)

Mongolia’s traditional ger is an iconic symbol of nomadic culture. Staying in a ger allows you to step away from the busy world and reconnect with nature in a unique and tranquil setting. Every part of the camp reflects Mongolian traditions, creating an unforgettable experience of the country’s natural beauty, wildlife, and rich cultural heritage. Sleeping under vast star-filled skies and waking to breathtaking landscapes is a truly remarkable experience. Learn More

TOURIST GUEST HOUSE AND A NOMADIC FAMILY'S GER CAMP

A nomadic family often runs a tourist guest house in the countryside as part of their small tourism business. To host visitors, the family usually builds additional gers next to their own home and decorates them in a simple, modest, and traditional style. These guest gers are separate from the family’s living space, so you have your own private ger and do not sleep with the nomad family’s members.

Inside a typical guest ger, you will usually find 3–5 beds, one small table, and a few chairs—very minimal furnishings, in keeping with the nomadic lifestyle. These guest houses offer an authentic cultural atmosphere while still providing a peaceful and quiet stay.

One of the most significant advantages of staying in a tourist guest house or a nomadic family’s ger is that you are far away from crowded tourist areas. You can enjoy genuine Mongolian hospitality, calm surroundings, and direct interaction with local people. It’s an excellent choice for travelers who value authenticity and tranquility.

However, it’s essential to know that the facilities are basic. The restroom is usually a simple outdoor wooden toilet, which may not always be very clean by hotel standards. Showers may be limited or unavailable, depending on the family and the region. Electricity may be weak or available only at certain times (often through solar panels or a generator).

Despite the simplicity, the experience is advantageous—you get to see how real nomadic families live, enjoy home-cooked meals, and observe daily life such as herding animals or making dairy products. Many travelers consider this one of the most meaningful parts of their trip. Learn More