Mongolia's Natural Splendors: North to South in 20 Days
Your own guide, your own vehicle, and an itinerary shaped entirely around you.
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About This Tour
A 20-day, full-country traverse — Khövsgöl Lake in the far north, the Orkhon Valley and Khangai Mountains, and the South Gobi's Flaming Cliffs and Khongor dunes, ending at Gorkhi-Terelj. This is our longest and most complete Mongolia route — it's the only itinerary that reaches Khövsgöl Lake in the far north, then continues all the way south to the Gobi rather than looping back early.
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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 — Ulaanbaatar
Arrival, a city tour, the Chinggis Khaan National Museum, and Sükhbaatar Square.
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Day 2 — Amarbayasgalant Monastery
An 18th-century Buddhist monastery and your first night in a ger.
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Day 3 — Uran Togoo
Exploring an extinct volcano and its surrounding national park.
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Day 4 — Khövsgöl Lake
A 440km drive, with a stop at the Uushgiin Uvur archaeological site and its deer stones.
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Day 5 — Khövsgöl Lake
A boat tour, a guided hike, and horseback riding beside the 'Blue Pearl of Mongolia.'
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Day 6 — Dzuun Lake
A mountain-pass crossing at around 2,000m and exploration of a saltwater lake.
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Day 7 — Terkhiin Tsagaan Lake
The Great White Lake and the dormant Khorgo volcano.
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Day 8 — Tsenkher Hot Springs
A 270km drive, a stop at a local market, and a soak in the natural hot springs.
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Day 9 — Orkhon Valley
Trekking and horseback riding to a waterfall in the UNESCO-listed Orkhon Valley.
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Day 10 — Tovkhon Monastery
A 5km hike up to the monastery, founded in 1654, at 2,312m elevation.
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Day 11 — Ongi Monastery
The historic ruins, destroyed in 1939, and a hike up Yangirtai Mountain.
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Day 12 — Bayanzag
The 'Cemetery of Dragons' — the Flaming Cliffs' dinosaur fossil site.
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Day 13 — Khongor Sand Dune
A trek to Duut Mankhan Peak overlooking 180km of golden dunes.
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Day 14 — Khongor Sand Dune
A camel trek along the banks of the Khongor River.
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Day 15 — Yoliin Am
A canyon trek through snow, in habitat used by snow leopards.
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Day 16 — Tsagaan Suvarga
The White Stupa and its fossil-rich, moon-like landscape.
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Day 17 — Baga Gazriin Chuluu
The granite canyon's maze-like formations and a nomadic family stay.
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Day 18 — Gorkhi-Terelj National Park
The 40m Genghis Khan statue, Turtle Rock, and Aryaval Monastery.
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Day 19 — Ulaanbaatar
The return drive and time exploring the capital.
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Day 20 — 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 twenty 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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