Discover Mongolia: A 5-Day Journey Through History & Nature

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Experience the magic of Mongolia – a land of endless skies, nomadic traditions, and legendary history.
This 5-day tour takes you from the bustling streets of Ulaanbaatar to the peaceful ruins of Karakorum, from the golden sands of Mini-Gobi to the towering statue of Genghis Khan.
 Along the way, you'll visit active Buddhist monasteries, hike to panoramic viewpoints, and enjoy traditional Mongolian cuisine. With professional guides and comfortable hotels, this is the perfect introduction to one of the world's last great wildernesses.

Tour price depends on groupp size. Available upon request.



TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

world's largest Genghis Khan equestrian statue – a majestic monument in the middle of the endless steppe

ruins of the ancient city of Karakorum – the capital of the Mongol Empire

Erdene-Zuu – Mongolia's first Buddhist monastery with its unique architecture

walk in the Orkhon River Valley – a UNESCO World Heritage site

Mini-Gobi Desert with endless sand dunes

camel riding and photos with eagles (optional)

Gorkhi-Terelj National Park – Turtle Rock and breathtaking mountain scenery

Aryabal Monastery – a hilltop climb with panoramic valley views

Ulaanbaatar – a contrast of Soviet architecture and Buddhist culture

authentic Mongolian cuisine – an opportunity to taste traditional nomadic dishes

Difficulty: to everyone
Group size: from 1 to 6 pax
Participation with children: from 8 years old
Duration: 5 days
Accommodation: Hotel — 4 nights

Tour dates:

from 01 July to 05 July 2026

from 10 July to 14 July 2026

from 22 July to 26 July 2026

from 03 August to 07 August 2026

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TOUR ITINERARY

Day 1
Arrival in Ulaanbaatar: Getting to Know the Capital
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01:00 Arrival in Ulaanbaatar by flight. Transfer to the hotel and early check-in (50 km by minibus).

Accommodation at hotel Nine Ulaanbaatar / Urgoo hotel / equivalen (standard twin/double rooms).

09:30 Breakfast at the hotel.

10:30 Meeting with your guide in the hotel lobby.

11:30 First walk around the city: currency exchange, purchasing a local SIM card.

Free time for lunch (on your own).

15:00–18:00 Guided walking tour will take you through the heart of the city, including Sukhbaatar Square and the Gandantegchinlen Monastery – the main center of Buddhist worship in Mongolia.

Dinner on your own.

Accommodation in a hotel

Electricity available

Good mobile signal

Shower available

Day 2
Ulaanbaatar – Kharkhorin
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08:00 Breakfast at the hotel.

09:00 Departure from the hotel to Kharkhorin (380 km by minibus).

Our first stop will be the tranquil Lower Ovgon Monastery, still alive with Buddhist practice.

Then you will hike up to the atmospheric ruins of Upper Ovgon – a perfect spot to imagine Mongolia's spiritual past. This detour will take about 2.5 hours.

Lunch will be at a roadside café serving traditional Mongolian cuisine (independent).

By 19:00 you'll arrive in Kharkhorin hotel Ikh Khorum / Asa Land Resort / equivalent (standard twin/double rooms).

Check-in and rest.

Dinner on your own.

Accommodation in a hotel

Electricity available

Bad mobile signal

Shower available

Day 3
A walking tour of Kharkhorin
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09:00 Breakfast at the hotel.

10:00–17:00/18:00 A walking tour of Kharkhorin. The program includes: a visit to Mongolia's oldest monastery – Erdene-Zuu, a walk through the ruins of the legendary city of Karakorum, a tour of the local history museum, and a scenic stroll in the Orkhon River Valley.

13:30 Lunch at a restaurant (on your own).

Dinner on your own.

Accommodation in a hotel

Electricity available

Good mobile signal

Shower available

Day 4
Kharkhorin – Ulaanbaatar: Across the Steppes to the Sands of Mini-Gobi
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08:00 Breakfast at the hotel.

09:00 Departure from the hotel to Ulaanbaatar (380 km by minibus).

Along the way, we will make a stop at the Mini-Gobi Desert (Mongol-Els) – a unique spot where endless steppes give way to golden sand dunes.

Here you can stroll along the dunes, take stunning photos with eagles and vultures (real birds of prey!), and enjoy optional camel or horse riding.

Lunch will be at a roadside café serving traditional Mongolian cuisine (independent).

19:00 Estimated arrival in Ulaanbaatar. Hotel check-in and free time.

Dinner on your own.

Accommodation in a hotel

Electricity available

Bad mobile signal

Shower available

Day 5
Ulaanbaatar – Genghis Khan Equestrian Statue – Gorkhi-Terelj National Park – Ulaanbaatar – Airport
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08:00 Breakfast at the hotel.

09:00 Departure from the hotel. A full day awaits in Gorkhi-Terelj National Park – one of Mongolia's most scenic destinations.

Along the way, we will visit the Dinosaur Stone Sculpture Park, see the famous Turtle Rock (a naturally formed rock in a remarkable shape), and climb to the Aryabal Buddhist Monastery perched on a hilltop.

The highlight of the day is the world's largest equestrian statue of Genghis Khan (40 meters tall), towering over the endless steppe.

Lunch and dinner will be at a roadside café serving traditional Mongolian cuisine (independent).

20:30 Departure to the airport.

22:00 Arrival at Ulaanbaatar Airport.

02:00 (Day 6) Flight departure to Irkutsk.

Good mobile signal

What is included in the price

  • accommodation in Ulaanbaatar at hotel Nine Ulaanbaatar / Urgoo hotel / equivalent, standard twin/double rooms, 2 nights, including early check-in on day 1
  • accommodation in Kharkhorin at hotel Ikh Khorum / Asa Land Resort / equivalent, standard twin/double rooms, 2 nights
  • entrance fees to the Kharkhorin local history museum, Erdene-Zuu monastery, the Genghis Khan equestrian statue, the dinosaur park, and Aryabal monastery
  • breakfasts at the hotels
  • transfers according to the itinerary, including group airport transfers (airport – hotel – airport)
  • visits to national parks
  • toll road fees
  • services of a professional tour guide throughout the tour
  • services of a Mongolian Russian-speaking guide in Ulaanbaatar (3 hours)
  • services of a Mongolian Russian-speaking guide in Kharkhorin

What is not included

  • flights to and from Ulaanbaatar
  • private airport transfer (airport – hotel – airport) for those arriving on flights other than from Irkutsk
  • lunches and dinners to be paid on your own at local cafés
  • horse and camel rental
  • photo sessions with horses, camels, birds of prey, and other animals

Price clarification

Tour is organised for individual groups and dates can be booked according to your wishes.

Tour price depends on groupp size. Available upon request.

The price for a group of 2 pax – from 1 200 $ + 75 000 Rubles / per person

How to get there

The tour starts and ends in Ulaanbaatar.
Transfers from / to airport are included in the tour.

Essential equipment list

Must-have
Recommended

F.A.Q.

Answers to popular questions
Are flight tickets included?
Flights to Ulaanbaatar and back are not included in the tour price. You can book them yourself, or we can assist you.

TOUR DATES

from 01 July to 05 July 2026

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from 10 July to 14 July 2026

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from 22 July to 26 July 2026

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from 03 August to 07 August 2026

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from 15 August to 19 August 2026

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from 31 August to 04 September 2026

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from 04 September to 08 September 2026

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from 10 September to 14 September 2026

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from 16 September to 20 September 2026

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Difficulty: to everyone
Group size: from 1 to 6 pax
Participation with children: from 8 years old
Duration: 5 days
Accommodation: Hotel — 4 nights

Tour dates:

from 01 July to 05 July 2026

from 10 July to 14 July 2026

from 22 July to 26 July 2026

from 03 August to 07 August 2026

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