Cultural & Festival Tours

Beyond the Explored Gobi Desert Jeep Tour

Explore the Untouched Landscapes and Hidden Wonders of the Gobi

  • Duration12 Days
  • Distance2140 km
  • Group size4 - 12 pax
  • DifficultyModerate
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Overview

About this trip

Venture beyond the usual tourist routes on this 12-day jeep expedition through the spectacular landscapes of the Gobi Desert and Central Mongolia. This journey combines remote desert wilderness, fascinating geological formations, prehistoric discoveries and the rich cultural heritage of the Mongol Empire.

Explore the colorful cliffs of Tsagaan Suvarga, hike through the dramatic Yolyn Am Gorge and discover the remote Nemegt Valley, famous for its extraordinary rock formations and dinosaur fossil discoveries. Continue to the magnificent Khongoriin Els Sand Dunes, where you can climb towering dunes, enjoy a camel ride and experience traditional nomadic hospitality. Visit Bayanzag, the legendary Flaming Cliffs, known for the pioneering dinosaur expeditions of the 1920s.

Leaving the desert behind, travel north through the changing landscapes of Central Mongolia, where arid plains gradually give way to rolling grasslands, green valleys and mountain scenery. Explore the historic ruins of Ongi Monastery before reaching Karakorum, the ancient capital of the Mongol Empire. Visit Erdene Zuu Monastery and discover the fascinating history of Mongolia's imperial past.

The adventure continues to Elsen Tasarkhai, where sand dunes meet grassy steppes and traditional nomadic life remains part of the landscape. Combining scenic jeep travel, hiking, wildlife observation, cultural encounters and historical exploration, this journey offers a memorable experience of Mongolia's remarkable natural and cultural diversity.

Tour highlights

  • 1

    Explore the colourful cliffs of Tsagaan Suvarga and hike through the dramatic Yolyn Am Gorge.

  • 2

    Discover the remote Nemegt Valley and the legendary dinosaur fossil sites of Bayanzag.

  • 3

    Climb the magnificent Khongor Sand Dunes and enjoy a traditional Bactrian camel ride.

  • 4

    Journey from the vast Gobi Desert to the green valleys and mountains of Central Mongolia.

  • 5

    Explore Ongi Monastery, ancient Karakorum and the historic Erdene Zuu Monastery.

  • 6

    Experience authentic nomadic hospitality and the beautiful landscapes of Elsen Tasarkhai.

Itinerary: Beyond the Explored Gobi Desert Jeep Tour day by day

  1. Arrive at Chinggis Khaan International Airport, where your guide will welcome you and transfer you to your hotel. Begin exploring Ulaanbaatar with a visit to Sukhbaatar Square and the Chinggis Khaan National Museum, where you will discover Mongolia’s rich history and cultural heritage. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Mongolian folk performance featuring music, throat singing, and contortion, followed by a welcome dinner and a briefing about your upcoming Gobi Desert adventure.

    • DistanceAirport transfer 50 km
    • AccommodationHotel
    • MealsLunch · Dinner
  2. Travel south across the open steppe and semi-desert landscapes of the Middle Gobi. Explore the colorful sedimentary cliffs of Tsagaan Suvarga, shaped by millions of years of erosion. Enjoy scenic walking, panoramic viewpoints and sunset photography.

    • Distance450 km
    • AccommodationGer camp
    • MealsBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
  3. Drive to Yolyn Am, a spectacular narrow gorge surrounded by rugged mountains. Enjoy a 5–7 km hike through the valley, with opportunities to observe Siberian ibex, bearded vultures, pikas and other mountain wildlife.

    • Distance230 km
    • AccommodationGer camp
    • MealsBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
  4. Travel deeper into the remote Gobi Desert, crossing vast gravel plains, dry valleys and dramatic mountain landscapes. Arrive in the Nemegt region, renowned for its prehistoric discoveries and unusual geological formations.

    • Distance280 km
    • AccommodationGer camp
    • MealsBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
  5. Spend a full day exploring the spectacular Nemegt Valley. Discover colorful canyons, eroded rock formations and ancient sedimentary landscapes. Learn about the region's remarkable dinosaur fossil discoveries while enjoying scenic walks and desert photography.

    • Distance15 km
    • AccommodationGer camp
    • MealsBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
  6. Drive to the magnificent Khongor Sand Dunes, stretching approximately 180 km along the Gobi Altai Mountains. Visit a traditional camel-herding family, enjoy a Bactrian camel ride and climb the dunes for spectacular panoramic views and sunset photography.

    • Distance180 km
    • AccommodationGer camp
    • MealsBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
  7. Travel across the desert plains to Bayanzag, famous for its red sandstone cliffs and dinosaur fossil discoveries. Learn about the expeditions of Roy Chapman Andrews in the 1920s, explore the surrounding saxaul forests and enjoy an evening walk along the Flaming Cliffs.

    • Distance165 km
    • AccommodationGer camp
    • MealsBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
  8. Journey north through changing desert and steppe landscapes to Ongi Monastery. Explore the ruins of this once-important Buddhist center, destroyed during the communist purges of the 1930s. Enjoy a scenic walk along the Ongi River.

    • Distance175 km
    • AccommodationGer camp
    • MealsBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
  9. Continue to Karakorum in the UNESCO-listed Orkhon Valley Cultural Landscape. Visit Erdene Zuu Monastery, famous for its 108 surrounding stupas, and explore the Karakorum Museum to discover the history of the Mongol Empire.

    • Distance300 km
    • AccommodationGer camp
    • MealsBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
  10. Travel to Elsen Tasarkhai, where golden sand dunes meet green grasslands and rocky hills. Visit a traditional nomadic family, experience authentic Mongolian hospitality and enjoy a relaxing walk through the beautiful semi-desert landscape.

    • Distance90 km
    • AccommodationGer camp
    • MealsBreakfast, Lunch, Dinner
  11. Drive back to Ulaanbaatar through the rolling grasslands of Central Mongolia. Enjoy scenic photography stops along the way. Arrive in the afternoon with free time for shopping or sightseeing, followed by a farewell dinner.

    • Distance300 km
    • AccommodationHotel
    • MealsBreakfast · Lunch · Dinner
  12. After breakfast, transfer to Chinggis Khaan International Airport for your international departure. End of your Gobi Desert and Central Mongolia adventure.

    • DistanceAirport transfer 50 km
    • MealsBreakfast
Reviews

What travellers say

SUZANNE and BEAT

Hi Batsuren,

As requested our short appreciation of our trip and your performance. Excellent service and support. Batsuren provided us with all the necessary information to prepare for our one month trip and included wisely our requirements regarding sights to be visited in the program. During the entire trip, the guide and our driver Balu were very informative, caring and discreet helpful.They were also very well prepared with the equipment, and the maintenance of the UAZ, over 4800km drive, was great. Great Customer Service by Mongolia Expeditions & Tours!!!  With our very best regards and thanks,  Beat and Suzanne
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