Cycling in Gobi
An 11-day explorer tour through Southern Mongolia's Gobi Desert, combining five days of guided cycling with hiking, camel rides and historic sites.
About this trip
Cycling is the ideal means to explore the Gobi Desert's breathtaking natural diversity, encompassing mountains, valleys, sand dunes, oases, and rivers. This multi-activity tour offers you the opportunity to detach from your daily routine and revitalize yourself both physically and mentally. Over the course of 12 days, including 5 days dedicated to cycling, you'll cover approximately 110 km on your bike. Expert guides, bike mechanics, and dedicated vehicle support will accompany you, ensuring a more comfortable journey.
Group join departures are available on 22 August and 15 September 2024 at a special price of 3,280 USD per person.
Day by day
- Day1
ARRIVAL & ULAANBAATAR CITY
Upon arrival, settle into your accommodation. Delve into the heart of the city with a guided sightseeing tour, exploring key landmarks and cultural highlights. Cap off the day with an exquisite dinner at one of Ulaanbaatar's finest restaurants, ensuring a perfect blend of comfort, exploration, and culinary delights.
- Day2
BAGA GAZRIIN CHULYY ROCKY MOUNTAINS
Take a breathtaking trip to Baga Gazar, a captivating area accented with a granite gorge tucked away in the middle of the steppe. Enjoy a strenuous climb that will allow you to see the untamed splendor of these Rocky Mountains while discovering the ruins of a 17th-century temple. Natural wonders and historical exploration will be harmoniously blended on this excursion. We'll gather our bikes in the evening. Activities: Hike to the rocky mountain springs. Accommodation: Tent (BLD). Driving: approx. 350km. Cycling: No Cycling.
- Day3
DALANZADGAD CITY
After arrival in the capital city of South Gobi province, explore the charming local town for a little before heading to the Gobi Museum, which provides insights into the rich history and culture of the area. And don't miss a visit to the vibrant neighborhood black market, which offers distinctive and genuine shopping experiences. Activities: Visit to Gobi Museum, explore the DZD town. Accommodation: Ger Camp (BLD). Driving: Approx. 200km. Cycling: Approx. 25-30km.
- Day4
ICE VALLEY - YOLIIN AM
Take a leisurely ride to Gurvan Saikhan National Park, a fascinating gem in the Gobi that offers a broad range of indigenous fauna, a stunning canyon environment, and the intriguing Gobi Glacier. Activities: Hike to Yolyn Am Valley. Accommodation: Ger Camp (BLD). Driving: Approx. 60km. Cycling: Approx. 25 - 30km.
- Day5
KHONGOR SAND DUNE
Riding bikes through a genuinely barren desert landscape, we'll head toward the biggest sand dunes in Mongolia to see the awe-inspiring grandeur of the sandy expanse. Accommodation: Ger Camp (BLD). Driving: Approx. 150 km. Cycling: Approx. 25 – 30 km.
- Day6
KHONGOR SAND DUNE
Wake up to the melodic allure of "Singing Dune." Prepare yourself for the unique noises produced by the wind as it reaches a peak of 800 meters and travels an amazing 190 kilometers. Take a fascinating camel ride in the middle of these enormous dunes to start the day, and then climb up to the summit till dusk. As the day progresses, get ready to see the most breathtaking sight you have ever seen—a mesmerizing scene created by the setting sun over this gorgeous terrain. Activity: Visit to local camel herding family. Accommodation: Ger Camp (BLD). Driving: No driving. Cycling: No Cycling.
- Day7
FLAMMING CLIFFS
This morning, our journey takes us to Bayanzag, a region renowned for its historical significance as the site of the first discovery of dinosaur eggs by paleontologist Roy Chapman Andrews in 1923. This groundbreaking exploration unveiled the revelation that dinosaurs laid eggs. Embark on a captivating hiking tour through the iconic Flaming Cliffs, immersing yourself in the same landscape that revealed this pivotal chapter in paleontological history. Accommodation: Ger Camp (BLD). Driving: Approx. 170 km. Cycling: Approx. 25-30 km.
- Day8
FLAMMING CLIFFS
Spend the day relaxing around the red cliffs, which were created over thousands of years by the erosion of rock and sand. In the afternoon, get ready for an exciting ascent up Khavtsgait Mountain, where you may see prehistoric petroglyphs engraved into the rough rock face. The climb rewards you with an amazing panorama of the surrounding valleys from the top of the mountain in addition to revealing these intriguing historical markers. Activities: Evening hike around Red Cliffs, visit to Khavtsgait petroglyph. Accommodation: Ger Camp (BLD). Driving: Approx. 20km. Cycling: Approx. 20-25km.
- Day9
TSAGAAN SUVRAGA
Leave the location for the stunning Gobi vistas at first dawn. The captivating White Stupa location, a stunning 400-meter-long limestone rock that is 30–60 meters high and fittingly named for its similarity to a stupa, is where our final night in Gobi takes place. Experience the splendor of nature as you walk the trails, which provide chances for strenuous hikes into the cliffs. Seize the amazing vista, since these cliffs are known for being the best place to take pictures, guaranteeing an unforgettable beginning to your Gobi exploration. Accommodation: Ger camp (BLD). Driving: Approx. 150 km. Cycling: Approx. 25-30km.
- Day10
BACK IN UB CITY
Drive back to Ulaanbaatar City after breakfast. You may take a leisurely stroll through the city or visit a cashmere outlet to browse. Accommodation: MSR Serviced Apartment (BLD). Driving: Approx. 400 km. Cycling: No cycling.
- Day11
DEPARTURE
International departure.
What's included
- Experienced cycling guide and bike mechanic support
- Dedicated vehicle support throughout the tour
- Accommodation as per itinerary (ger camp, tent, serviced apartment)
- Meals as indicated (BLD – breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Camel ride with a local herding family at Khongor Sand Dune
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