Vast, remote, and rugged — discover Mongolia in comfort. This carefully crafted journey combines ease with extraordinary experiences. Enjoy fully inclusive travel from start to finish, accompanied by our expert National Guide. Enjoy premium gers and travel across dramatic landscapes in comfortable 4WD vehicles.
From the sweeping steppe to the vast Gobi Desert, you'll explore Mongolia's most iconic landscapes. Meet nomadic families, visit ancient sites from the time of Genghis Khan, and experience a mini Naadam festival. Spot wild horses in Khustai and soak in the quiet wonder of one of the world's last great wildernesses.
Our Best of Mongolia tour will see you exploring the most iconic sites, delving into deep-rooted culture and dining on delicious cuisine.
Admire the striking red rocks of the Flaming Cliffs of Bayanzag
Marvel at the raw beauty of Mongolia's most iconic waterfall
Explore Mongolia’s largest dunes at Khongoryn Els, stretching dramatically across the Gobi.
Visit the curious rock formation of Turtle Rock
Venture into the sweeping plains of Khustai and watch as herds of rare Przewalski's horses, or takhi, roam the steppe. This remarkable conservation success offers a glimpse into Mongolia's untamed past.
Experience the nomadic lifestyle in comfort, staying in premium ger camps with private en suite bathrooms. After a day of adventure, unwind beneath the star-strewn skies of the Gobi Desert.
Experience a thrilling mini Naadam Festival at your remote eco ger camp. Watch Mongolia's legendary 'Three Manly Games' — wrestling, horse racing, and archery — then try your hand at traditional archery for yourself.
Designed for comfort and depth, this epic adventure covers Mongolia's top sights while allowing time to truly soak in the country's rugged beauty. Expect long but rewarding days of travel through this extraordinary region.
Fly overnight to Mongolia's capital Ulaanbaatar. You will be met on arrival and transferred to your hotel. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.
Start your explorations with a visit to Gandan Monastery, the largest and most important monastery in Mongolia. Here, you'll get to witness the monk's morning chants and learn more about Mongolian Buddhism. Then head to the heart of the city to stand in Genghis Khan Square and view the fascinating exhibitions of the National Museum of Mongolia. This evening, enjoy a lively cultural show that features traditional songs, dances and music.
Leave the city and travel into the hinterland to discover the picturesque scenery of Terelj National Park. En route, stop at the impressive Genghis Khan Equestrian Statue Complex – the largest of its kind in the world. Continue your journey to Terelj National Park, where you'll walk around the iconic Turtle Rock and visit the serene Aryabal Temple. Unwind at your premium ger camp, enjoying leisure time with stargazing and sauna facilities.
Transfer to the airport and fly to Dalanzadgad, the gateway to the Gobi Desert. Begin your sightseeing in a comfortable, air-conditioned 4WD with a visit to a local market, then drive to the Yol Valley in the Gobi Gurvansaikhan National Park. Take a scenic walk through a narrow gorge surrounded by towering rock formations. Spend the night in a premium ger camp.
Travel across striking desert plains, passing herds of camels on your way to the towering sand dunes of Khongoryn Els. Explore the dunes on foot, with the option to climb to the top for sweeping views across the Gobi. As night falls, enjoy dinner beneath a sky full of stars.
Drive through breathtaking desert landscapes, spotting camel herds and their herders as you go, to reach the spectacular Khongoryn Els, an area of towering sand dunes. Explore the dunes, with an optional climb to the top for panoramic views over the desert. Dine tonight under the starry Gobi sky and spend the next two nights in a premium ger camp.
Drive through magnificent landscapes to reach Bayanzag, the Flaming Cliffs, to admire these red sandstone formations. Take a walk through the Gobi Dinosaurs Cemetery, keeping a look out for fossils, before a guided walk to discover more about the area's rich paleontological history. Overnight in a premium ger.
Set out across the stark scenery of the Gobi to Ongiin Khiid, a monastery on the banks of the Ongi River. Wander around the ruins of two historic monasteries which were once among the largest in Mongolia and take a walk around the site to learn more about the area's past. Spend the night by the river in a premium ger camp.
Leave the desert behind as you head into Mongolia's green heartlands, stopping in Arvaikheer for lunch. Continue north to the Orkhon Waterfall, where you’ll take in the views at sunset before unwinding at your eco camp for the night.
Today, immerse yourself into Mongolia's rich traditions and nomadic heritage, witnessing a mini Naadam Festival, featuring the traditional 'Three Manly Games'. Watch a wrestling competition and a horse race, learn the art of archery and present the winners with their medals at the end of the day. This evening, sit down to an authentic Mongolian stone-grilled mutton feast.
Drive to Kharkhorin and explore the Orkhon Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the ruins of Karakorum, Genghis Khan's ancient capital, visit the Karakorum Museum, and walk through the grounds of the historic Erdene Zuu Monastery. Spend the night in a premium ger.
Arrive in Khustai National Park, home to Mongolia's wild takhi horses. Once extinct in the wild, these rare animals now roam freely alongside other native wildlife. Settle into your premium ger camp and soak in the beauty of the open steppe.
Spend the morning exploring the wild beauty of Khustai National Park before returning to Ulaanbaatar. Enjoy a free afternoon to shop for souvenirs or wander the city at your own pace. This evening, gather for a farewell dinner at a traditional Mongolian restaurant, complete with live folk music.
Transfer to the airport. Fly to UK, arriving home the same or following day.
We draw from a wide range of hotels on our holidays, each one is chosen to suit the tour you are travelling on meaning your accommodation can range from a smart business hotel in one city to a family run guesthouse in a smaller town. Here are some examples of the type of hotel you can expect to find on this tour.
Places Visited: UK - Ulaanbaatar (2N) - Terelj (1N) - Dalanzadgad (1N) - Khongoryn Els (2N) - Bayanzag (1N) - Ongii (1N) - Grasslands (2N) - Kharkhorin (1N) - Khustai National Park (1N) - Ulaanbaatar (1N) - UK
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Departures for Solo travellers only are available for this tour on selected
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In addition to being for solos only these departures feature smaller group sizes, free
airport lounge access and complimentary cocktails on arrival.
There are no dedicated Solo departures for this year. You can enjoy any of our tours with no Single Supplement on our Happy to Share option or explore the solo departures in other years.
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