Gobi & Northern Mongolia Overland 4x4 tour

Gobi & Northern Mongolia Overland 4×4 tour

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14 Days 13 Nights
Gobi & Northern Mongolia
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This 14-day tour offers an incredible journey through Mongolia’s diverse landscapes, rich history, and unique culture. Discover breathtaking natural sites like the Tsagaan Suvarga Cliff, Khongor Sand Dunes, and Khovsgol Lake. Explore historical treasures, including the ancient capital of Karakorum, Erdene Zuu Monastery, and Ongi Monastery ruins. Experience nomadic life by visiting local families and participating in their daily activities.

Enjoy exciting adventures like horse trekking, camel riding, and hiking in stunning locations such as Yol Valley, Orkhon Waterfall, and Uran Crater. Relax in the soothing waters of Tsenkher Hot Springs and marvel at the beauty of volcanic landscapes in Khorgo-Terkh National Park. This tour is a perfect mix of nature, culture, and adventure, offering unforgettable experiences in the heart of Mongolia.

What’s included:

Accommodation: Ger camps and tented camps
Guiding: Expert interpretation and navigation
Meals: Full board with local and international cuisine
Transport: 4×4 vehicles or minivans
Entrance Fees: To protected areas and national parks
Horse Guide and Horses: For an authentic horse trekking experience
Camping Equipment: Provided for a comfortable outdoor stay

What’s not included:

International Airfare: Arrange separately
Personal Equipment: Bring your own gear
Optional Activities: Additional costs outlined
Excess Baggage Charges: Check airline policies
Single Room Supplement: Available for an extra fee
Alcoholic Drinks: Not included
Travel insurance

Day 1: Tsagaan Suvarga Cliff – A Unique Landscape

Start your epic 4×4 adventure wWe will start the trip with a drive to Tsagaan Suvarga Cliff (470 km, 6 hours). This ancient seabed has colorful layers of earth and looks like a ghost city from afar. The highest point is 50 meters tall and stretches 400 meters. Enjoy hiking and exploring the area. Overnight near the cliffs.ith a pickup from your spot, headed straight to the mesmerizing Tsagaan Suvarga Cliff (470 miles – 6 hours on paved road). This sheer slope, an ancient seabed with sedimentary wonders, boasts colors representing epochs past. Rising over 50 m at its highest point, the cliff spans 400 m, resembling a ghost city from a distance. Take a break here on our way to the South Gobi desert, with the option to hike and explore the area. Overnight in this unique landscape.

Day 2: Yol Valley – A Hidden Gem

Day 2: Yol Valley – A Hidden Gem
After breakfast, we’ll drive to Yol Valley (200 km, 3 hours). This valley in the Gurvan Saikhan Mountains is famous for its cool, shaded paths and year-round ice. You can hike for about an hour and visit a small natural museum. Overnight in the ger camp around valley.

Day 3: Khongor Sand Dune – Gobi Desert’s Highlight

Today we travel to Khongor Sand Dune (180 km, 4 hours off-road). These massive dunes stretch 180 km and rise up to 400 meters. Enjoy camel riding and explore the oasis near the Khongor River. Overnight in the Gobi.

Day 4: Bayanzag Flaming Cliffs – Land of Dinosaurs

We’ll head to Bayanzag Flaming Cliffs (150 km, 4 hours off-road), where dinosaur fossils were discovered. Walk around the red cliffs and see the sunset’s fiery glow. Overnight near the cliffs.

Day 5: Ongi Monastery Ruins – History and Culture

Visit Ongi Monastery (135 km), a former Buddhist temple complex with over 30 temples. Destroyed during the 1937 purges, you can explore the ruins and a small museum that holds surviving objects. Overnight near the Ongi River.

Day 6: Nomadic Family & Karakorum

Spend time with a nomadic family, helping with daily tasks like milking cows. Later, drive to Karakorum (27 miles), the ancient capital of Mongolia. Visit the Erdene Zuu Monastery and Karakorum Museum. Overnight in this historic town.

Day 7: Tuvkhun Monastery & Orkhon Waterfall

We’ll drive to Tuvkhun Monastery, located on Shiveet Mountain. Hike to explore meditation caves and sacred spots. After lunch, visit Orkhon Waterfall, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Overnight in a ger near the waterfall.

Day 8: Tsenkher Hot Spring – Relaxing Day

Travel to Tsenkher Hot Spring. Relax in the warm, natural hot springs and enjoy the surrounding scenery. Overnight in a tourist ger camp.

Day 9: Khorgo-Terkh National Park – Volcano and Lake

Drive to Khorgo-Terkh National Park (135 km) to see Khorgo Volcano and Terkh White Lake. Climb the volcano and enjoy the beautiful views. Overnight in the park.

Day 10: Shine Ider – Stunning Mountains

Travel to Shine Ider (120 km), passing through mountain landscapes. Enjoy the peaceful surroundings. Overnight in a ger camp.

Day 11: Uushig Deer Stones & Khovsgol Lake

Visit the ancient Uushig Deer Stones (68 miles), with carvings from the Huns period. Then drive to Khovsgol Lake (82 miles), one of the world’s largest freshwater lakes. Take a walk along the lake’s shore. Overnight by the lake.

Day 12: Khovsgol Lake – Horse Trekking

Spend the day horse trekking around Khovsgol Lake. Meet local reindeer herders and learn about their way of life. Overnight near the lake.

Day 13: Uran Crater – A Natural Wonder

Drive to Uran Extinct Crater. Hike to the top and enjoy the amazing views of this round crater with a small lake in the middle. Overnight near the crater.

Day 14: Back to Ulaanbaatar

Drive back to Ulaanbaatar. Reflect on the incredible landscapes, history, and culture you’ve experienced during the trip.

(5 Review)

Evelina H
Horse trekking

08/06/2024 Helpful

Unforgettable Time in Mongolia 🇲🇳

The trip with Bataa and his horseback riders was unforgettable! I never expected to experience such a beautiful country, filled with so many adventures. We had so many wonderful moments, learned new things, and felt as comfortable as if we were with family. This made my time in Mongolia truly unforgettable. I am very grateful for the experience and highly recommend it! Next time, I’ll bring my brother to show him the amazing country and its lovely people.
Arthur E
Horse trekking

27/07/2024 Helpful

Unforgettable horse trekking

My family and I had an absolutely unforgettable experience with Taiga Travel and Bataa! From when we first got in touch with Bataa, the communication and organization were perfect. Bataa was open and flexible to what we wanted out of our 16 day experience in Western Mongolia. He made great recommendations for areas, activities, and transportation options. He even took care of bringing all the gear we needed for camping; we just had to bring ourselves and our personal items. Bataa will walk you through everything you need to know in a complete and thorough way. He’s an awesome guy who you can tell loves to be in the Mongolian countryside sharing culture and traditions with you. We visited several nomadic families and had conversations with all of them thanks to his great translation skills. He made sure we got to experience unique aspects of Mongolian and nomadic culture along the way. His entire team are professional, courteous, and downright awesome people. I’m already thinking about coming back to Mongolia to explore a different part of the country with Bataa in the future.
Friedrich J
Horse trekking

20/07/2024 Helpful

Magic Moments!

It was an unforgettable experience. I had a lot of fun and laughed a lot with Bataa. I really enjoyed the time and felt safe and well looked after during the entire trip.
Laura P
Horse trekking

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Perfect experience to see Mongolia

It was the adventure of my life. The tour was planned perfectly and you will see Mongolia through the eyes of a Mongolian. It’s not Touristic at all, a REAL experience. I will come back again in August! Thank you so much
Anna E
Horse trekking

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Great trip with great company

Traveling through Mongolia’s mountains on horseback was an incredible experience. Very grounding and kind of therapeutic for me. Bataa always made an effort to satisfy everyone’s wishes and helped us understand his county’s traditions. I felt very well taken care of and welcomed by his kindness and humor. I can only recommend traveling with Bataa, he was one of the reasons why that trip was so special.
Kathi Schnatti
Horse trekking

05/08/2023 Helpful

THE ROUTE IS THE GOAL – LEGENDARY

If you were always dreaming of an amazing, unforgettable, very special and very intense journey – Bataa from Taiga Nomadic Travel is your man to help you out!!
Why? Because he is responsible for a super well organized trip with:
x landscapes that let you feel being directly in the scenario of “lord of the rings”
x top powerful and brave horses, that will steal your heart forever
x super friendly, generous and diligent team members of horse-men and eagle-hunters, who are making you feel like a champion on the horse and survive every challenge on the way
x excellent talented cooks, letting you discover the varied culinary of Mongolian food
x a loooot of fun and laughing, after you probably could have belly soreness
x huge adventures, which you will tell your grandchildren for sure

And probably many many many things more!
I am so thankful for every second during this time and so happy about experienced this with this people!