Majestic Gobi - 9 Days / 8 Nights
A 9-day Southern Mongolia tour through the Gobi’s dunes, canyons, dinosaur cliffs and ancient petroglyphs.
About this trip
Discover the raw beauty of Southern Mongolia on this 9-day journey through the legendary Gobi Desert. From the towering Chinggis Khaan Statue Complex to the singing Khongor Sand Dunes, ancient petroglyphs, flaming cliffs and serene canyons, this tour blends culture, wildlife and dramatic desert landscapes.
Highlights
- Hike through Yol Valley in Gobi Gurvansaikhan National Park
- Ride a Bactrian camel at the Khongor Sand Dunes
- Discover ancient petroglyphs at Khavtsgait Mountain
- Visit the Flaming Cliffs, famous for dinosaur discoveries
- Stargaze beneath the clear Gobi sky
Day by day
- Day1
Arrival • Chinggis Khaan Statue Complex
Upon arrival at Chinggis Khaan International Airport, meet your guide and travel to the impressive Chinggis Khaan Statue Complex at Tsonjin Boldog. Explore the museum and walk onto the viewing platform on the horse’s head for panoramic views of the surrounding steppe. Accommodation: 5 star resort Meals: LD Driving Distance: Approximately 130 km
- Day2
Baga Gazriin Chuluu • Rocky Mountains
Travel to Baga Gazriin Chuluu, renowned for its impressive granite formations and peaceful desert scenery. Visit the ruins of a 17th-century temple and enjoy a scenic walk among the rocky mountains. Accommodation: Ger Camp Meals: BLD Driving Distance: Approximately 350 km
- Day3
Gobi Gurvansaikhan National Park
Continue south to Gobi Gurvansaikhan National Park, home to dramatic canyons, mountain landscapes and diverse wildlife. Stop in Dalanzadgad to visit the Gobi Museum and learn about the region’s natural and cultural history. Accommodation: Ger Camp Meals: BLD Driving Distance: Approximately 300 km
- Day4
Yol Valley • Dungenee Valley
Spend a second day at the same ger camp and explore the spectacular landscapes of Yol Valley and Dungenee Valley at a relaxed pace. Enjoy scenic walks through the dramatic gorges, surrounded by rugged mountains and the peaceful beauty of Gobi Gurvansaikhan National Park. Accommodation: Same Ger Camp Meals: BLD Driving Distance: Approximately 10 km
- Day5
Khongor Sand Dunes
Travel to the spectacular Khongor Sand Dunes, also known as the Singing Dunes. Stretching for approximately 180 km, they are among Mongolia’s largest and most impressive sand dunes. Visit a local camel-herding family and enjoy a Bactrian camel ride. Later, climb the dunes at sunset for panoramic views across the Gobi. Accommodation: Ger Camp Meals: BLD Driving Distance: Approximately 180 km
- Day6
Khavtsgait Petroglyphs • Flaming Cliffs
Hike to the ancient petroglyphs of Khavtsgait Mountain and enjoy sweeping views across the surrounding desert. Continue to the legendary Flaming Cliffs, renowned for the discovery of dinosaur fossils and eggs. Explore the sandstone formations as they glow in the evening light. Accommodation: Ger Camp Meals: BLD Driving Distance: Approximately 200 km
- Day7
White Stupa Canyons
Travel to the White Stupa, a dramatic limestone formation shaped by millions of years of erosion. Walk through the colorful cliffs and admire the area’s unusual geological formations and expansive desert views. Accommodation: 5-Star Lodge Meals: BLD Driving Distance: Approximately 280 km
- Day8
The Capital • Folk Concert
After breakfast, return to Ulaanbaatar. Upon arrival, enjoy free time for a city stroll or last-minute shopping at the State Department Store and local cashmere outlets. In the evening, experience a traditional Mongolian folk concert featuring music, dance and throat singing. Accommodation: Hotel Meals: BL Driving Distance: Approximately 480 km
- Day9
International Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Chinggis Khaan International Airport for your departure flight.



