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Gobi Desert & Kharkhorin: 11-Day Self-Drive Tour

11 days

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Start and end in Ulaanbaatar

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Operator: TTRMongolia
Road Trip & Self-Drive: Hit the open road and travel at your own pace
Group Tour: Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Medium Intensity: Travelers should be comfortable with somewhat-demanding activities
Guided in English
Group Size 4 - 14
Ages 16+

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Itinerary

Day 1
Baga Gazaryn Chuluu
Start point
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia (Ulaanbaatar)
Included Activities
- Visit Baga Gazaryn Chuluu granite mountains
- Explore ancient temple ruins
- View petroglyphs
Landmarks
Baga Gazaryn Chuluu
Day 2
White Stupa
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit White Stupa limestone cliffs
- View panoramic steppe and badlands landscape
Landmarks
White Stupa
Day 3
Yolyn Am
Included Activities
- Visit Yolyn Am gorge
- Explore valley on foot
- Learn about gorge history
Landmarks
Yolyn Am
Gurvan Saikhan Mountains
Day 4
Khongoryn Els
Included Activities
- Visit Khongoryn Els sand dunes
- Climb sand dunes
- Camel riding
- Visit nomadic family
Landmarks
Khongoryn Els
Day 5
Khongoryn Els
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch with host family)
Included Activities
- Climb largest sand dune
- Lunch with host family
Optional Activities
- Camel riding around sand dunes
Landmarks
Khongoryn Els
Day 6
Bayanzag (Flaming Cliffs)
Included Activities
- Visit Bayanzag (Flaming Cliffs)
Landmarks
Bayanzag (Flaming Cliffs)
Day 7
Ongi Monastery
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Visit Ongi Monastery
Landmarks
Ongi Monastery
Day 8
Arvakheer
Landmarks
Arvakheer
Day 9
Kharkhorin
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Visit Kharkhorin
- Visit Erdenezuu monastery
Optional Activities
- Hiking around Kharkhorin
- Wander streets of Kharkhorin
Landmarks
Kharkhorin
Erdenezuu Monastery
Day 10
Ugii Lake
Included Activities
- Visit Ugii Lake
Optional Activities
- Bird watching
- Outdoor activities around the lake
Landmarks
Ugii Lake
Day 11
Ulaanbaatar
End point
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia (Ulaanbaatar)
Meals
Breakfast
Landmarks
Ulaanbaatar

Landmarks
Baga Gazaryn Chuluu

Landmarks
White Stupa

Landmarks
Yolyn Am
Gurvan Saikhan Mountains

Landmarks
Khongoryn Els

Landmarks
Khongoryn Els

Landmarks
Bayanzag (Flaming Cliffs)

Landmarks
Ongi Monastery

Landmarks
Arvakheer

Landmarks
Kharkhorin
Erdenezuu Monastery

Landmarks
Ugii Lake

Landmarks
Ulaanbaatar

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Flights
Additional Services

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Rating: 3.9(19 reviews)
Response time: within 3 days
Response rate: 75%
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3.9

DAVID
February 5th, 2026
Definitely a once in a lifetime experience, not as expected and not everything went according to plan, but still...
Definitely a once in a lifetime experience, not as expected and not everything went according to plan, but still memorable. In January it's the coldest month here so not everything is guaranteed to be opened or go smoothly with harsh weather conditions, thankful the car didn't break down, but we did get a leaking tire, my driver Ganaa was experienced in handling these kinds of situations so I was at ease. Due to the number of pax on this tour I did not get a tour guide but only a driver, so the experience may be different with a bigger group. Most of the time was spent on the road, no toilets in most areas so for ladies that is something to consider before you come, and no showers after you reach the villages and live in the Ger, obviously, this trip is to bring you out of your comfort zone. Despite the language barrier my host and driver took good care of me, not mandatory but I would recommend bringing gifts from your home country for the host family and whoever you might meet on the trip as a good gesture. Communication in advance and due diligence, it is important to ask or clarify before the trip starts any details that may be vague or missing on the itinerary, like telling them your arrival and departure flight time, or if you have intentions to buy certain souvenirs at certain locations. A minor detail just to point out on the itinerary, the 5 hours horse ride from the village to the summer camp won't be available due to the season, and the traveler would need some prior experience riding a horse. just thought that should have been stated more clearly. Lastly weather gear, for January certain area we went dropped as low as -43c, besides my footwear, everything else I wore was adequate, despite 3 layers of socks and Military leather boots I still had the risk of getting frostbite, so definitely let your guide or tour operator assess your winter gear if in doubt, and just buy locally if needed.Show more
rasamimanana
September 4th, 2024
It was a wonderful trip. The family I lived with were extremely kind. Sharing their way of life was very interesting....
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Vaccines
- 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.
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- Rabies - Recommended for Mongolia. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Tick-borne encephalitis - Recommended for Mongolia. Ideally 6 months before travel.
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Gobi Desert & Kharkhorin: 11-Day Self-Drive Tour

Itinerary

Baga Gazaryn Chuluu

Included Activities

White Stupa

Included Activities

Yolyn Am

Included Activities

Khongoryn Els

Included Activities

Khongoryn Els

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Bayanzag (Flaming Cliffs)

Included Activities

Ongi Monastery

Included Activities

Arvakheer

Kharkhorin

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Ugii Lake

Included Activities

Optional Activities

Ulaanbaatar

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