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Gobi Desert Tour Dunes Flaming Cliffs and Nomadic Life

By Brave New Mongolia
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$8,248 per adult* *Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults
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Overview

Explore the heart of Mongolia’s Gobi Desert on a carefully designed journey combining iconic landscapes and authentic nomadic culture.

This tour takes you to the famous Singing Sand Dunes, the dramatic Flaming Cliffs, and vast open steppe where traditional herder families still live.

You’ll experience a balance of natural highlights and cultural encounters, with comfortable ger camp stays and a well-paced route ideal for first-time visitors.

This is our most popular itinerary for travellers looking to discover Mongolia’s desert region in depth.

Activity location

  • Tsagaan Suvarga
    • Mandax, Dornogovi, Mongolia

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • KHANBURGEDEI Monpolymet
    • 14220, Ulaanbaatar, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

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Gobi Desert Tour Dunes Flaming Cliffs and Nomadic Life
  • Activity duration is 9 days9d
    9d
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:00 AM
Price details
NZ$8,248.16 x 1 AdultNZ$8,248.16
Total
Price is NZ$8,248.16
Until Wed, 29 Apr

What's included, what's not

  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Flights, insurance, personal expenses, and optional activities are not included.
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Personal expenses (alcohol, laundry, souvenirs)
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Snacks, sweets, and drinks outside included meals

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travellers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travellers
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Day 1: Baga Gazriin Chuluu

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Stay in traditional Mongolian ger camps near Baga Gazriin Chuluu with meals, comfort, and authentic nomadic life.

Baga Gazriin Chuluu (Small Rock Formation)

  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Explore the granite formations, hidden caves, and rocky landscapes of Baga Gazariin Chuluu — a perfect introduction to Mongolia’s desert nature.

Day 2: Tsagaan suvraga

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Experience desert nights in ger camps near Tsagaan Suvarga with meals, comfort, and open steppe views.

Tsagaan Suvarga

  • 2h
Travel south to Tsagaan Suvraga, famous for its eroded cliffs resembling ancient ruins. Walk along the edge for panoramic views.

Day 3: Yolyn Am

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight in ger camps near Yolyn Am with comfort, meals, and scenic mountain valley views.

Yolyn Am

  • 2h
Journey to the cool gorge of Yolyn Am inside Gobi Gurvan Saikhan National Park. Walk or ride horseback into the dramatic canyon.

Day 4: Khongoryn Els

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight near Khongoryn Els in ger camps with comfort, meals, and access to the Gobi sand dunes.

Khongoryn Els

  • 3h
Head to the largest dunes in Mongolia — the Singing Dunes. Enjoy camel riding and climb the dune ridge for a spectacular golden sunset.

Day 5: Flaming Cliffs

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Stay near Flaming Cliffs in ger camps with meals, comfort, and iconic red sunset landscapes.

Flaming Cliffs

  • 2m
Visit the Flaming Cliffs, known for their deep red colour and incredible paleontological discoveries, including the first dinosaur eggs.

Day 6: Ongi Monastery

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight near Ongi Monastery in ger camps with comfort, meals, and steppe surroundings.

Ongi Monastery

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Explore the riverside ruins of Ongi Monastery, once one of the largest Buddhist complexes in Mongolia. Relax by the river.

Day 7: Kharkhorin

  • 2 stops
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Stay near Erdene Zuu Monastery with meals, comfort, and a peaceful historic atmosphere.

Kharkhorin

  • 2h
Travel to Kharkhorin, the ancient capital of Mongolia. Visit the legendary Erdenezuu Monastery and learn about its deep historical importance.

Erdene Zuu Monastery

  • 2h
  • Admission ticket included
Visit Erdene Zuu Monastery, Mongolia’s oldest Buddhist site, surrounded by 108 stupas in historic Karakorum.

Day 8: Terelj National Park

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Overnight near Terelj in ger camps with comfort, meals, and access to natural landscapes.

Gorkhi Terelj National Park

  • 3h
Explore Terelj National Park, one of Mongolia’s most accessible natural destinations, known for its dramatic rock formations, alpine landscapes, and nomadic culture. Visit iconic sites such as Turtle Rock and Aryabal Meditation Temple, enjoy scenic walks, and experience the peaceful countryside just outside Ulaanbaatar.

Day 9: Chinggis Khan Statue & Back to Ulaanbaatar

  • 1 stop
  • Meals: breakfast, lunch, snacks
  • Accommodation: Not included

Genghis Khan Statue Complex

  • 8h
  • Admission ticket included
After breakfast, explore Terelj National Park, visiting Turtle Rock, Aryabal Meditation Temple, and the Cave of the Thousand Monks. Continue to the Chinggis Khan Statue Complex, the world’s largest equestrian statue, standing 40 metres tall and offering panoramic views from the top. After lunch, enjoy a performance at Hun Theatre at 5:00 PM, located at Sky Resort. This unique ger-style venue showcases traditional Mongolian music, throat singing, dance, and storytelling, offering an immersive cultural experience. After the performance, drive to Ulaanbaatar and enjoy dinner.

Location

Activity location

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    Tsagaan Suvarga
    • Mandax, Dornogovi, Mongolia

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    KHANBURGEDEI Monpolymet
    • 14220, Ulaanbaatar, Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

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