Central Mongolia 5 days Excursion
🏞️ CENTRAL MONGOLIA 5 DAYS EXCURSION
Journey into Mongolia’s heartland: from sweeping sand dunes to ancient monuments and tranquil lakes.
🌟 Tour Highlights
Spot endangered Przewalski’s horses in Khustai National Park
Hike on the unique Elsen Tasarkhai sand dunes
Visit ancient Turkic stone monuments at Khushuu Tsaidam
Relax by the scenic Ugii Lake
Discover Mongolian culture and hospitality in nomadic ger camps
📌 Quick Facts for Visitors
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| 📍 Location | Central Mongolia |
| 🕒 Duration | 5 days, 4 nights |
| 🚗 Transportation | Private 4x4 vehicle with driver |
| 🏕️ Accommodation | Tourist ger camps, 3-star hotel in UB |
| 🍽 Meals Included | Full board: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| 🗣️ Language | English-speaking guide |
| 🌤 Best Season | May to September |
| 📶 Connectivity | Limited outside of Ulaanbaatar |
🏞️ About Central Mongolia
Central Mongolia is the cradle of Mongolian history and landscape diversity. From the golden sand dunes of Elsen Tasarkhai to ancient monuments from Turkic civilizations and the calm waters of Ugii Lake, this region reflects Mongolia’s soul—wild, historic, and breathtaking. It’s also a great area to experience nomadic life and the contrasting ecosystems of steppe, desert, and wetland in one journey.
🕒 Tour Pace:
Moderate
Daily driving hours: 4–6 hours on average
Frequent stops for exploration, photography, and cultural visits
Mix of active excursions and relaxed lakeside downtime
🏠 Accommodation
Ulaanbaatar: Comfortable 4-star hotel with private amenities
Countryside: Tourist ger camps offering cozy beds, traditional ambiance, shared bathroom facilities, and hearty meals
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is this tour suitable for children or older travelers?
A: Yes, the tour is suitable for all ages. Moderate driving times and flexible daily schedules make it family-friendly.
Q: Are the ger camps comfortable?
A: Yes, tourist ger camps provide clean beds, warm blankets, and home-cooked meals. Basic shared bathrooms are available.
Q: Do I need to bring cash or are cards accepted?
A: Credit cards are accepted in Ulaanbaatar. In the countryside, cash (MNT) is required for souvenirs or small purchases.
Q: Can the itinerary be customized?
A: Absolutely! We can adjust the program based on your arrival time, interests, or group preferences.
🎒 What to Bring
Comfortable walking shoes or boots
Warm layers (nights can be chilly even in summer)
Sun protection: hat, sunglasses, sunscreen
Reusable water bottle
Travel towel and toiletries
Binoculars (for wildlife and birdwatching)
Camera with extra batteries or power bank
Personal medications and basic first aid
Light rain jacket or windbreaker
Small backpack for day trips
CENTRAL MONGOLIA 5 DAYS TOUR PACKAGE PRICE
| Group size | 1 pax | 2-3 pax | 4-6 pax | 7-9 pax | 10-12 pax | 13-15 pax | More than 16 pax |
| Price/Per person | 1430$ | 1080$ | 990$ | 890$ | 830$ | 770$ | 700$ |
| No | Include service | Exclude service | Include service of Meals |
| 1 | Vehicle with a driver. | Items of personal nature | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
| 2 | English speaking guide | Beverages, alcoholic drinks, bar bills, laundry | Per day 3 bottle water for per person /1,5 liter/ |
| 3 | Accommodation/Ger camps and Hotel/ | Travel and insurance | One time Mongolian traditional food /lamb with vegetables/ |
| 4 | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | International transportation | |
| 5 | All cooking and camping gears. | Taxi | |
| 6 | Airport shuttle | Optional activities | |
| 7 | National park and Other permits | Single supplement /For hotel or Ger camp/ | |
| 8 | Gratuity for the tour team |
CENTRAL MONGOLIA 5 DAYS TOUR ITINERARY
📍 Day 1: Arrival in Ulaanbaatar
Highlights: Arrival • Optional city tour
Driving: ~20 km / 30 min
Arrive at Chinggis Khaan International Airport.
Depending on arrival time, take an optional guided city tour:
🛕 Gandan Monastery – the spiritual center of Mongolia
🏛️ National Museum of Mongolia – overview of Mongolian history and culture
🏛️ Sukhbaatar Square – the heart of the capital
Dinner on your own or organized upon request.
🏨 Overnight in a 3-star hotel in Ulaanbaatar.
🐎 Day 2: Khustai Nuruu National Park – Elsen Tasarkhai Sand Dunes
Route: Ulaanbaatar ➝ Khustai ➝ Elsen Tasarkhai
Driving: ~280 km / 5.5–6 hrs
🚗 Morning drive west toward Khustai Nuruu National Park
🐎 See wild Przewalski’s horses (Takhi) in their natural habitat
Short hike and wildlife watching
Continue to the Elsen Tasarkhai sand dunes
🐫 Enjoy optional camel riding on the dunes
Visit a local nomadic herder family for tea and insight into daily life
🌅 Sunset walk on the dunes
🏕 Overnight in a tourist ger camp
🏞️ Day 3: Khushuu Tsaidam – Ugii Lake
Route: Elsen Tasarkhai ➝ Khushuu Tsaidam ➝ Ugii Lake
Driving: ~140 km / 3.5–4 hrs
Visit the Khushuu Tsaidam Memorial Complex
🗿 Explore 8th-century Turkic stone monuments with inscriptions
Continue to Ugii Lake, a calm and scenic freshwater lake
🦢 Great for birdwatching (especially migratory species)
🛶 Optional boat ride or lakeside walk
🎣 Fishing option (gear available on-site)
Relax by the lake with panoramic views and fresh air
🏕 Overnight in a lakeside ger camp
🏙️ Day 4: Return to Ulaanbaatar
Route: Ugii Lake ➝ Ulaanbaatar
Driving: ~330 km / 6–6.5 hrs
Drive back to Ulaanbaatar via the rolling steppe
Afternoon activities (optional):
🛍️ Shopping for cashmere, art, and local crafts
🎭 Attend a Mongolian folk concert with throat singing and traditional dance
🏯 Visit the Bogd Khan Palace Museum or Zaisan Hill for panoramic views
🍽️ Farewell dinner on request
🏨 Overnight in a hotel in Ulaanbaatar
✈️ Day 5: Departure from Mongolia
Driving: ~20 km / 30 min
Breakfast at the hotel
Transfer to the airport for your international departure
End of services. Bayarlalaa! 🇲🇳
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