Central Mongolia - 10 Days / 9 Nights
Discover Mongolia's stunning landscapes and timeless heritage - from Chinggis Khaan Complex and Terelj National Park to the UNESCO-listed Orkhon Valley and White Lake.
About this trip
Discover Mongolia's stunning landscapes and timeless heritage on this immersive 10-day journey through Central Mongolia. From the iconic Chinggis Khaan Statue Complex and the granite peaks of Terelj National Park to the UNESCO-listed Orkhon Valley and volcanic shores of White Lake, every day brings a new perspective on Mongolian culture and nature.
Meet nomadic families, watch wild horses roam in Khustai National Park, ride horses across the open steppe, and relax in natural hot springs. You'll also experience authentic Mongolian traditions through folk music, throat singing, and the acclaimed Mongol Nomadic cultural show.
Highlights
- Naadam festival opening ceremony
- Open field horse racing
- Horseback riding
- Visit a nomadic family
- Orkhon Waterfall
- Orkhon Valley
- Elsen Tsarkhai sand dune
- Kharkhorin, Erdenezuu Monastery
- Tuvkhun Temple
- Tsenkher Hot Spring
- Ugii Lake
- Khustai National Park
Day by day
- Day1
Chinggis Khaan Statue Complex • Terelj National Park
Upon arrival, meet your guide and travel toward Terelj National Park. Visit the impressive Chinggis Khaan Statue Complex at Tsonjin Boldog, then continue to Terelj to explore Turtle Rock and the surrounding granite mountains and open steppe. Accommodation: 5-Star Resort (LD) Driving: Approx. 150 km
- Day2
Mongol Nomadic • Nomadic Cultural Show
Travel to Mongol Nomadic and experience an authentic Nomadic Cultural Show, showcasing traditional Mongolian customs, horsemanship and the centuries-old nomadic way of life. Enjoy a horseback riding experience through the surrounding open steppe. Accommodation: Deluxe Ger Camp (BLD) Driving: Approx. 200 km
- Day3
Kharkhorin • Erdene Zuu Monastery
After breakfast, travel to the open steppe to visit a local nomadic family. Experience authentic Mongolian hospitality, learn about their traditional lifestyle, and try milk tea and homemade dairy products. Enjoy hands-on activities like horse or camel riding before heading to the ger camp. Accommodation: Ger Camp /BLD/ Driving Distance: Approx.: 300 km
- Day4
Orkhon Waterfall
Journey into the magnificent Orkhon Valley Cultural Landscape, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Mongolia's most historically significant regions. Travel through rolling green steppe, river valleys and traditional nomadic countryside. Accommodation: Deluxe Ger Camp (BLD) Driving: Approx. 180 km
- Day5
Orkhon Valley • Horse Riding • Nomadic Experience
Spend a full day exploring the beautiful Orkhon Valley. Enjoy horseback riding through the open countryside, visit a local nomadic family and experience the peaceful rhythm of life in Mongolia's heartland. Accommodation: Deluxe Ger Camp (BLD)
- Day6
Tumt Hot Spring • Arkhangai
Travel through the scenic landscapes of Arkhangai Province to Tumt Hot Spring, famous for its naturally heated mineral-rich thermal waters. Spend the afternoon relaxing in the outdoor hot pools surrounded by forested mountains. In the evening, enjoy a warm soak and stargazing beneath Mongolia's clear night sky. Accommodation: Hot Spring Resort (BLD) Driving: Approx. 180 km
- Day7
Khorgo Volcano • White Lake
Continue to Khorgo–Terkhiin Tsagaan Nuur National Park. Explore Khorgo Volcano, an extinct volcanic crater surrounded by ancient lava formations, before continuing to beautiful White Lake. Enjoy the peaceful lakeside scenery and surrounding volcanic landscapes. Accommodation: Deluxe Ger Camp (BLD) Driving: Approx. 250 km
- Day8
Mini Gobi • Camel Riding
Travel to the Mini Gobi, where golden sand dunes meet the rolling grasslands of Central Mongolia. Visit a local family and enjoy a camel ride across the dunes. Spend the evening surrounded by the peaceful countryside. Accommodation: Deluxe Ger Camp (BLD) Driving: Approx. 200 km
- Day9
Ulaanbaatar • City Tour • Shopping • Folk Concert
Return to Ulaanbaatar and enjoy a city tour followed by free time for shopping at the State Department Store and Gobi Cashmere. In the evening, experience a colorful Mongolian folk concert featuring traditional music, dance and throat singing. Accommodation: 5-Star Hotel (BL) Driving: Approx. 280 km
- Day10
Departure
Transfer to airport.


