Is it realistic we can visit reindeer family when we only have one day in this area?

To visit the authentic Reindeer tribe, you need around 5 to 7 days from the lake and 9 to 12 days from Ulaanbaatar. During the tourist season, the Reindeer tribe's representative arrives at the lake for an income supplement, and you will visit them. Thus, they are touristy.

Has the tour price been updated recently?

The updated price for this tour in 2023 is USD 2150 per person.

Does the tour operator provide a letter of invitation or similar documents for a visa?

You do not require a letter of invitation. Indian passport holders can apply for an e-visa using their itinerary, tour confirmation, and return flight tickets as supporting documents.

Do I need to bring my own sleeping bag for the tour?

You do not need to bring sleeping bags. The accommodations provided include daily washed bed sheets.

What should I prepare for my visa application?

For your visa application, you can use your itinerary, tour confirmation, and return flight tickets as supporting documents.

Which hotels does the tour use?

Our tour utilizes Hotel Nine and Platinum Hotel for accommodations.

Are there long drives on the tour every day?

The length of the driving each day varies. The longest driving day is approximately 7.5 to 8 hours while the other days range between 3.5 to 5.5 hours. Some days include short drives of about 30 km within national park areas.

Can I book a hotel room a day earlier than the tour starts?

It is possible to book a hotel room a day prior to the tour for an additional cost.

I wanted to know whether you would provide any letter of invitation or something similar for the visa? Is there a possibility of getting the hotel room booked a day early, in case I was to arrive on the day before?

Regarding the visa, Indian passport holders can apply for an e-visa. Thus, you don't need an invitation letter. You can use your itinerary, tour confirmation, and return flight tickets as supporting documents. We can book the hotel 1 day before the start of the tour. It costs an additional 74$.

What hotel does your agency use?

We use Hotel Nine and Platinum Hotel for this tour.

Overland Explore Mongolia Tour

16 days

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Start and end in Ulaanbaatar

4.2

5 traveler reviews

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The tour delivered on what they promised, to showcase the country's wonders in the best way possible. The locations were breathtaking.
Tanay, traveled in August
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Operator: View Mongolia Travel
Explorer: Curated to ignite your sense of adventure
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 6 - 12
Ages 10+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Ulaanbaatar
Start point
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia (Your accommodation , 08:00 - 08:35)
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Gandantegchilen Monastery
- See 26m gilded Buddha statue (Megjid Janrasag sum)
- Tour National Museum of Mongolia
- Visit central square
- Visit Zaisan Memorial for panoramic views of Ulaanbaatar
Landmarks
Gandantegchilen Monastery
National Museum of Mongolia
Zaisan Memorial
Day 2
Gobi Desert
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike through Tsagaan Suvarga (White Stupa) cliffs
- Photography at Tsagaan Suvarga
Landmarks
Tsagaan Suvarga
Day 3
Gobi Gurban Saikhan National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Yoliin Am (Eagle Valley)
- Hike through Yoliin Am canyon (approximately 2.5 to 3 hours roundtrip)
- Wildlife viewing - golden eagles, wild sheep, ibexes
Landmarks
Gobi Gurban Saikhan National Park
Yoliin Am (Eagle Valley)
Day 4
Khongor Sand Dunes
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike along green river shore at Khongor
- Climb sand dunes at Khongor
- Visit nomad family
- Camel riding (approximately 1 hour)
Landmarks
Khongor Sand Dunes
Day 5
Flaming Cliffs (Bayanzag)
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike through Flaming Cliffs
- Search for dinosaur fossils
- Explore Bayanzag (Gobi tree grove)
Landmarks
Flaming Cliffs
Bayanzag
Day 6
Ongi Monastery
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit new active temple at Ongi Monastery
- Explore Ongi Monastery ruins
- Tour ger museum
- Climb nearby mountain for views of surrounding areas
Landmarks
Ongi Monastery
Day 7
Kharkhorin (Karakorum)
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Erdenezuu Monastery
- Tour monastery museum (religious articles and architecture)
- Visit Kharakhorum Museum (ancient city remnants)
Landmarks
Erdenezuu Monastery
Kharakhorum Museum
Day 8
Chuluut River Canyon - Khorgo Terkhiin Tsagaan National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Authentic Mongolian barbecue with yak herding nomadic family), Dinner
Included Activities
- Tour Tsetserleg town local market
- Visit yak herding nomadic family
- Authentic Mongolian barbecue lunch
- Stop at Chuluut River canyon
Landmarks
Tsetserleg
Chuluut River canyon
Khorgo Terkhiin Tsagaan National Park
Day 9
Khorgo Terkhiin Tsagaan National Park
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Chuluut River canyon (30-50m high lava canyons)
- Climb Khorgo volcano
- Walk along Khorgo volcano rim
- Tour Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake
Landmarks
Khorgo volcano
Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake
Chuluut River
Day 10
Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Birdwatching at Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake
- Walk along lake shore
- Drive through flower-carpeted mountain valley
Landmarks
Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake
Day 11
Lake Khuvsgul
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Explore deer stones
- Hike up mountain for lake views
- Mountain views of Lake Khuvsgul and surrounding area
Landmarks
Lake Khuvsgul
Day 12
Lake Khuvsgul
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Reindeer/Tsaatan people
- Photography with reindeer
- Horse riding along lake shore
Landmarks
Lake Khuvsgul
Day 13
Urantogoo Volcano
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Hike Urantogoo volcano
- Summit views from Urantogoo volcano
Landmarks
Urantogoo volcano
Day 14
Amarbayasgalant Monastery
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Amarbayasgalant Monastery
- View huge Buddha statues on the mountains
Landmarks
Amarbayasgalant Monastery
Day 15
Ulaanbaatar
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 16
Airport Transfer
End point
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia (Hotel we booked for you at the best location area of Ulaanbaatar)
Meals
Breakfast

Landmarks
Gandantegchilen Monastery
National Museum of Mongolia
Zaisan Memorial

Landmarks
Tsagaan Suvarga

Landmarks
Gobi Gurban Saikhan National Park
Yoliin Am (Eagle Valley)

Landmarks
Khongor Sand Dunes

Landmarks
Flaming Cliffs
Bayanzag

Landmarks
Ongi Monastery

Landmarks
Erdenezuu Monastery
Kharakhorum Museum

Landmarks
Tsetserleg
Chuluut River canyon
Khorgo Terkhiin Tsagaan National Park

Landmarks
Khorgo volcano
Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake
Chuluut River

Landmarks
Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake

Landmarks
Lake Khuvsgul

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Lake Khuvsgul

Landmarks
Urantogoo volcano

Landmarks
Amarbayasgalant Monastery

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4.3

(12 reviews)

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Age Range

5 to 75 years old

Response time

within 3 days

Response rate

50%

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Traveler Reviews

4.2

Overall rating based on 5 Reviews

Itinerary
4.5
Transport
3.5
Guide
3.8
Accommodation
4.0
Food
4.3
Tour Operator
4.3

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Brett
August 27th, 2023
4
I think the itinerary gave a very good look at the Gobi and Central Mongolia, and a glimpse of the north and Khovsgol...
I think the itinerary gave a very good look at the Gobi and Central Mongolia, and a glimpse of the north and Khovsgol Lake. The reindeer visit was just a petting zoo, and missing Amarbayasgalant Monastery was a big disappointment. The food and accommodation at the Ger Camps was excellent. Our driver, Tseegii was fantastic, both at driving and having fun with us and pointing out interesting things along the way, and the vehicle was clean and comfortable. Our guide, Zula kept the tour running smoothly.Show more
Traveled in August 2023
Tanay
August 5th, 2023
5
From the first day in Ulaanbatar to the last, the tour delivered on what they promised, to showcase the country's...
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Traveled in July 2023
C
Craig
July 22nd, 2023
4
The tour was good, meals very good, accommodation okay but the driving was a bit tough at times.
Traveled in June 2023
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Gülsüm K
September 2nd, 2022
3
I joined Overland Explore Mongolia Tour in a group. It was a nice tour to see the beautiful landscape of Mongolia....
I joined Overland Explore Mongolia Tour in a group. It was a nice tour to see the beautiful landscape of Mongolia. Ger camps were well organized to stay and have food. However, as we heard after covid not everything was up to speed. 1- We did not get four wheels driving vehicle in the beginning. We were given a minivan without four wheels functionality. Although our driver was great, off-road roads were not easy to drive especially when it rained. After we contacted the company, we paid extra and got jeeps to continue our trip one week later. The company did not take any burden or responsibility for us having delays or risky rides. We paid the difference to have safe and comfortable ride, and to ensure we had sufficient time for sights and activities. 2- Our guide was not an official guide. This resulted in superficial information about the country. He was not ambitious to show things or talk about things. 3- Although I told my dietary requirements several times, I could not get enough food in at least 4 locations. When I contacted the company, there was nothing more they could. The blame was on the gers. This trip taught me that I should check the guide and vehicle better for my next trips.Show more
Traveled in August 2022
Paul
August 13th, 2019
5
From the beginning to end, View Mongolia Travel delivered the best 14 day tour we could have asked for. We were kept...
From the beginning to end, View Mongolia Travel delivered the best 14 day tour we could have asked for. We were kept well informed on everything that was happening. Our guide was very knowledgable of the areas we traveled and traditions. Our driver Tiggie was amazing! He could always pick the right jeep track to take us to our destination in the fastest and most comfortable route! The accommodations and meals were amazing. We always felt we were at home among these amazing and resilient people. I would not hesitate to recommend this company to my friends.Show more
Traveled in July 2019
Reply from: View Mongolia Travel
Hello, dear Paul Sampson, Thank you very much for your travel with us and your review. We will do our best to keep the tour quality high. Hope we will serve you, your friends and family sometime in the future. With many thanks and best wishes, View Mongolia/Virgin Nature Team
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Dawn
Asked on December 30th, 2025
Is it realistic we can visit reindeer family when we only have one day in this area?
Tour Details
- View Mongolia TravelOperator•Written January 2026
  To visit the authentic Reindeer tribe, you need around 5 to 7 days from the lake and 9 to 12 days from Ulaanbaatar. During the tourist season, the Reindeer tribe's representative arrives at the lake for an income supplement, and you will visit them. Thus, they are touristy.
Z
Zakaria
Asked on July 31st, 2024
Has the tour price been updated recently?
Price / Availability
- View Mongolia TravelOperator•Written August 2024
  The updated price for this tour in 2023 is USD 2150 per person.
S
Sara
Asked on May 8th, 2024
Does the tour operator provide a letter of invitation or similar documents for a visa?
Visa
- View Mongolia TravelOperator•Written May 2024
  You do not require a letter of invitation. Indian passport holders can apply for an e-visa using their itinerary, tour confirmation, and return flight tickets as supporting documents.
C
Cornelia
Asked on May 2nd, 2024
Do I need to bring my own sleeping bag for the tour?
Accommodation
- View Mongolia TravelOperator•Written May 2024
  You do not need to bring sleeping bags. The accommodations provided include daily washed bed sheets.
Q
Quinta
Asked on April 14th, 2024
What should I prepare for my visa application?
Visa
- View Mongolia TravelOperator•Written April 2024
  For your visa application, you can use your itinerary, tour confirmation, and return flight tickets as supporting documents.
M
Marcel
Asked on February 22nd, 2024
Which hotels does the tour use?
Accommodation
- View Mongolia TravelOperator•Written February 2024
  Our tour utilizes Hotel Nine and Platinum Hotel for accommodations.
I
Isabelle Marie-Ange
Asked on November 18th, 2023
Are there long drives on the tour every day?
Transport
- View Mongolia TravelOperator•Written November 2023
  The length of the driving each day varies. The longest driving day is approximately 7.5 to 8 hours while the other days range between 3.5 to 5.5 hours. Some days include short drives of about 30 km within national park areas.
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Hero
Asked on June 4th, 2023
Can I book a hotel room a day earlier than the tour starts?
Accommodation
- View Mongolia TravelOperator•Written June 2023
  It is possible to book a hotel room a day prior to the tour for an additional cost.
B
Brett
Asked on March 27th, 2023
I wanted to know whether you would provide any letter of invitation or something similar for the visa? Is there a possibility of getting the hotel room booked a day early, in case I was to arrive on the day before?
Accommodation
Visa
- View Mongolia TravelOperator•Written March 2023
  Regarding the visa, Indian passport holders can apply for an e-visa. Thus, you don't need an invitation letter. You can use your itinerary, tour confirmation, and return flight tickets as supporting documents. We can book the hotel 1 day before the start of the tour. It costs an additional 74$.
J
Joy
Asked on March 2nd, 2023
What hotel does your agency use?
Accommodation
- View Mongolia TravelOperator•Written March 2023
  We use Hotel Nine and Platinum Hotel for this tour.

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- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Mongolia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Mongolia. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Mongolia. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Mongolia. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Mongolia. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Mongolia. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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- Unfortunately we cannot offer you a visa application service. Whether you need a visa or not depends on your nationality and where you wish to travel. Assuming your home country does not have a visa agreement with the country you're planning to visit, you will need to apply for a visa in advance of your scheduled departure.
- Here is an indication for which countries you might need a visa. Please contact the local embassy for help applying for visas to these places.
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- For any tour departing before May 5th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after May 5th, 2026, a minimum payment of 25% is required to confirm your booking with View Mongolia Travel. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 50 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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