Highlights of Picturesque Mongolia: Ulaanbaatar to the Gobi
Your own guide, your own vehicle, and an itinerary shaped entirely around you.
10 Days / 9 Nights Up to 20 Guests Free Itinerary Changes Local Expert Guide
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About This Tour
A 10-day route from Ulaanbaatar through central Mongolia's monasteries and nomadic villages to the South Gobi's Flaming Cliffs, Khongor sand dunes, and Yolyn Am gorge. This route builds in two separate nomadic-family visits on the way to the Gobi, rather than heading south in a single push — a slower, more village-focused pace than our shorter Gobi-only itineraries.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.
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Arrival
Arrival pickup at Chinggis Khaan International Airport (ULN) in Ulaanbaatar.
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Day 1 — Arrival in Ulaanbaatar
Land at Chinggis Khaan International Airport and transfer to your hotel.
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Day 2 — Ulaanbaatar City Tour
Gandan Monastery, the National Museum, and the 46-meter Genghis Khan statue.
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Day 3 — Elsen Tasarkhai
Khugnu Khan National Park, the ruins of Erdene Khamba monastery, and a nomadic family visit.
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Day 4 — Kharkhorin
Explore Karakorum and Erdene Zuu Monastery.
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Day 5 — Saikhan Ovoo
The ruins of Ongi Monastery, a crossing of the open steppe, and another nomadic family visit.
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Day 6 — Bayanzag Flaming Cliffs
The dinosaur-fossil site at Bayanzag, with sunset viewing and a nomadic cooking experience.
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Day 7 — Khongor Sand Dunes
A camel ride among the Khongor sand dunes, which stretch for some 200 kilometers.
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Day 8 — Yolyn Am Gorge
The glacial Yolyn Am gorge, the national park museum, and the Khavtsgait petroglyphs.
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Day 9 — Fly to Ulaanbaatar
A domestic flight back to the capital, the Bogd Khan Palace Museum, and a throat-singing concert.
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Day 10 — Departure
Transfer to Chinggis Khaan International Airport for your departure flight.
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Departure
The trip ends back in Ulaanbaatar with a transfer to Chinggis Khaan International Airport for your departure flight.
What's Included
A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel
What's Not Included
Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses
Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?
Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees
Important Information
Know Before You Book
Group size can range from 1 to 20 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.
Know Before You Go
We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.
Special Requests
Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — your own driver and vehicle for all ten days, never combined with another group's itinerary.
Yes — hotels/lodges and your driver-guide are included for every night of the route. Park entrance fees and some meals are called out separately when you request a quote.
Overnight stops may shift based on availability, and we're happy to discuss alternatives when you request a quote.
Send a quote request with your travel dates and group size and we'll follow up with pricing for the full itinerary.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.
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