Essential Mongolia: 13 Days of Discovery

13 days/ 12 nights
Small Group (2-13)
Any Date
Full Board
Age: 0+
Price:
3,570USD

The Highlights of the Tour

Set your foot on the land of Mongolia – the country of "the Eternal Blue Sky", vast steppes and nomadic culture Explore the historical and spiritual heritage of Ulaanbaatar, visit its museums, monasteries and other sights Taste unique Mongolian national dishes and reveal new tastes Marvel at the beauty of Terelj National Park known for its stunning landscapes that blend sharp, granite peaks with dense forests and winding rivers Have a ride on a two-humped camels, which is a unique and relaxing journey among vast sand areas
Mongolian yurt - national dish buuz - Bogd Khan Palace - Terelj National Park - camel riding

ITINERARY

Introduction

Mongolia is a country of of vast steppes, rugged mountains, golden dunes and nomadic culture. It is less discovered destination that promises a lot of new experiences and adventures. Our Tour to Mongolia is a great chance to uncover all the wonders of this unique land in just 13 days. The itinerary will take you from the bustling capital of Ulaanbaatar, the Gobi Desert with its "singing" sand dunes to the beautiful Orkhon Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During the tour you will also meet locals and experience their warm nomadic hospitality as well as enjoy adventures like camel and hourse riding. Our tour is a combination of the nature, history, and culture that defines Mongolia. 

Day 1 - Arrival in Ulaanbaatar - Ulaanbaatar City Tour

Day 2 - Baga Gazariin Chuluu

Baga Gazariin Chuluu - national dish buuz
Your second day will start with a trip to famous granite formations known as Baga Gazariin Chuluu. That is an area covering 300 sq. km. This amazing site is located in Dungobi Province – the second least populated province in the south of the country. As we explore the area, you’ll have a chance to see the ruins of a 17th-century temple and a deep, narrow hole containing rainwater that has long been believed to possess healing properties, especially for eye ailments.
Overnight: Camp in Dund Gobi Province
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3 - Tsagaan Suvarga - Del Uul

Day 4 - Yol Valley - horseback riding

Day 5 - Khongor Sand Dunes - camel riding

Day 6 - Flaming Cliffs

Day 7 - Ongi Monastery

Day 8 - Orkhon Valley - Orkhon Waterfall

Day 9 - Tuvkhun Monastery

Day 10 - Kharkhorum

Day 11 - Hustai National Park

Day 12 - Terelj National Park

Day 13 - Departure

INCLUSIONS/EXCLUSIONS

The tour price includes

  • Private airport transfers according to your flight information
  • Accommodation in hotels for 12 nights
  • English speaking guide service for all days
  • Full board (breakfast + lunch + dinner)
  • All transfers in air-conditioned vehicle
  • All admission fees
  • 3 bottles (0,5 litre) of water per day per person

The tour price doesn't include

  • Flights
  • Medical insurance
  • Visa fee
  • Horse and camel riding is optional

GUARANTEED TOUR DATES

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Jul 28, 2025

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Jun 1, 2026

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Jun 29, 2026

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Jul 28, 2025

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Aug 9, 2025

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Aug 22, 2025

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Sep 3, 2025

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Sep 10, 2025

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Sep 22, 2025

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May 20, 2026

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Jun 17, 2026

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TRIP REVIEWS (7)

Stephanie Willcow

Dear Tatev.

Tricia and I are now in Istanbul for 3 days after our wonderful tour of Mongolia. I loved the itinerary and repeat that I feel it was good value. I felt very attached to Rolmar and Azaa. We had lots of laughs and they were very attentive and nothing seemed too much trouble. We learned alot from them. I enjoyed the food. At the end of our tour Tricia and I had an extra day and visited the Chingis Khan Museum which we highly recommend. Our hotel was fine but breakfast was poor. The hotel was well located. Keep in touch with your tours.

Kind regards.

Stephanie Willcow

06.09.2025
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Tricia Brown

Hi Tatev,

I would like to give you my feedback. I loved the tour of Mongolia, the itinerary was great, the guide and driver exceptional. One of the camps was rather primitive with almost no electricity or water, particularly hot water but most camps we were happy with. We would love to hear of any future trips you plan as we like what you do. Both Stephanie and I have extensively travelled in Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan so are not intended in those tours.

Regards

Tricia Brown

04.09.2025
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Jason van der Merwe

Hello Ani, I'm thrilled to let you know that we thoroughly enjoyed our tour. The sights were incredible, filled with rich history, culture, and breathtaking scenery. The guide and driver were some of the most caring people I’ve met during my travels. Despite some bumpy roads, the driver handled everything professionally, always keeping us safe and comfortable. Our guide was adorable and went above and beyond to ensure we experienced everything to the fullest. The meals were delicious, offering a true taste of traditional cuisine. Thank you for making our travel days so special!

10.12.2024
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WHY BOOK WITH ARARA

CENTRAL LOCATED HOTELS

We choose only the best hotels located in the city center close to the main sights.

GUIDES WITH 8+ YEAR EXPERIENCE

We work only with professional guides and guides who have experience in tourism for more than 8 years. All our guides are fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

THE BEST PRICE IN THE MARKET FOR HIGH-QUALITY SERVICE

With Arara you book at first hand from a qualified local Armenian agency. Avoid surcharges applied by intermediaries and save money!

LICENSED AIR CONDITIONED TRANSPORT

We provide our tourists with comfortable air-conditioned transport. All our drivers are fully vaccinated against Covid-19.

Travelers on the tour mostly from the USA, UK, Australia and Canada

We host over 3,000+ tourists per year. Our clients are mostly from the USA, UK, Australia and Canada. Average age of our travelers is from 45 to 80. Our groups consist of travelers from all genders. There are solo travelers in most of our groups.

Overnight in regions

We provide accommodation in the regions which allows our tourists not to get tired of a long journey, experience the full color of Armenia and minimize driving distance.

TRIP ACCOMMODATION

Mika Hotel (Ulaanbaatar)

Kaiser (Ulaanbaatar)

Zolo (Ulaanbaatar)

Ramada (Ulaanbaatar)

Grand Hill (Ulaanbaatar)

Nine (Ulaanbaatar)

PACKING CHECKLIST

Documents:

Passport, flight ticket (printed or electronic), insurance, visa (if required)

First aid kit:

bandaids/plasters, special medicine or drugs in permanent use, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, lip balm

Essentials:

Moneybelt, laptop/tablet/phone, chargers, a camera with extra memory cards and batteries, outlet adapter

Credit cards and cash:

Credit cards can be used in all capital/big cities at hotels, restaurants, shopping malls, supermarkets, etc. EUR, USD and GBP can be exchanged into the local currency at exchange places and banks.

Dressing:

There are no restrictions regarding clothes; scarf or shawl is advisable for churches (obligatory in Georgia for women)

Spring / Autumn:

long pants/jeans, long sleeve blouses, light raincoat, jacket, comfortable waterproof shoes, umbrella

Summer:

T-shirts, shorts, long sleeve blouses for the evening, sandals, umbrella, sun protection, sunglasses, sunhat

Winter:

A warm coat, warm wool sweater, long warm trousers, long boots (waterproof), scarf, gloves

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