Itinerary name: TRAVEL TO GOBI (quick version) Area: Southern Mongolia, Gobi desert Potential dates: all year around Duration: 3 days/2 nights Difficulty: easier - moderate (No experience necessary. Trips suitable for most ages and abilities) Total distance: 460 km Sights: National Park Gobi Gurvan Saikhan - Natural beauty Yolyn Am - Sand dunes Khongor - dinosaur site Bayanzag Activities: Camel riding, Gobi pricious stones, climbing in dunes, hiking, off road, visit to nomadic families etc. Price: from 120 USD p.p Gobi. In 1991, the United Nations designated the Gobi as the fourth largest biosphere reserve in the world. The Gobi is vast. It covers almost a third of Mongolia and though it is classified as a desert, it is not as lifeless as the first time visitor might reasonably expect. While it is an arid area of largely homogeneous scrubby steppe, it is dotted with camel breeders and some fascinating natural wonders. The Gobi consist of two distinct parts. There is Altai Gobi to the south and Dzungarian Gobi to north. Of the two, it is the south Gobi was provides the biggest draw for sightseers. The quickest way to get to the south Gobi fly to the aimag capital Dalanzadgad. Flaying is cheating, however and you do miss out on Dundgovi and watching the scenery change as you drive. Whichever way you travel Dalanzadgad is a gateway town with little to keep you there for long, particularly during the hot summer months. Day1. Fly to Gobi desert (1.5 hours), Yolyn Am and Khongor Sand dunes. (220 km)
Early morning, you will be transferred to the airport for a 90 minute flight to the South Gobi . After you landed in Dalanzadgad, our local staff will pick you up at the local air strip and, after breakfast time, you will be driven to the valley of Yolyn Am. Before we head to Yolyn Am, we will small interesting tour of Dalanzadgad town. Firstly we will visit a museum of Dalanzadgad town. Then we will visit to local food market of Dalanzadgad. You can buy some useful things from here. The valley begins from Zuun Saikhan Mountain, a branch of the Gurvan Saikhan mountain system, and stretches over 10 km. It is completely shaded from the sun in some parts by high cliff walls. You will ride Mongolian horse in this narrow green valley. It will be great experience for you. You will ride horse through the valley which is famous for the fact that there is ice present there even during the hot summer months. The beauty of the valley, combined with the sound of vultures (Yol means vulture, in Mongolian) creates an atmosphere of awe and wonder – this is an experience not to be missed! After lunch, continue the drive towards Khongor sand dunes that extend along the northern side of Sevrei and Zoolun mountain ranges, explore the area, climbing one of the dunes affords the energetic traveler with an unforgettable experience of endless vistas across a sea of daffodil-colored sand. On the way, we will see interesting canyon Dungenee Am and small lovely Bayandalai, center of sub province, village of Gobi Bayandalai. The dunes extend for 185 kilometers and include dunes that can reach 80 meters in height. The sound produced by the masses of moving sand can be heard from afar, and when it occurs, it is said that it can be mistaken for the sound of an aero plane. Hence their name is 'singing sands', or 'musical sands'. Near Khongor Gol (River Khongor) at the northern edge of the dunes, there is an oasis. We will be riding on camels today to explore these massive sand-dunes. After dinner time, you will have free time on this day.
Day2. Camel riding and Bayanzag. (240 km) Today we will enjoy some travel activities of Gobi desert. After breakfast time, we will camel ride. The two-humped camels are very comfortable to ride, as they walk slowly and gently and we will be well supported by the humps, sitting comfortably between them. Our camel man will take us to the sand-dunes. Visit to Nomads Family. Interaction with local nomads. After lunch time, continue the drive towards Bayanzag, a saxual forest and area of red cliffs “Bayanzag” which have been formed from the erosion of the sand and rock over many thousands of years. A lot of dinosaurs’ findings such as skeleton & dinosaur’ eggs have been found there. Before reach in Bayanzag, we will see Gobi precious stone market. It is really interesting. American zoologist Roy Chapman Andrews named this place as “End of the World”. As scientists defined it was an inland sea bottom some 200 million years ago. There, we will visit local dinosaur ger museum. The Flaming Cliffs themselves are very imposing from a distance, and are particularly fiery in the light of the setting sun, and it is an interesting place to wander about to get a closer look at one of the world’s most famous paleontological sites. After dinner time, drive to provincial center Dalanzadgad for tomorrow’s flight to UB. In the evening, TGB will invite you to go to local beer pub. Have a fun time and taste Mongolian beer. Overnight in Dalanzadgad town.
Day3. Fly to Ulaanbaatar. (1.5 hours) After breakfast time, we will be transferred to local air field for flying to Ulaanbaatar city. After arrive in the city, we will transfer you to your accommodation.
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Leave All Matters With Us! First one is standard arrangement and you will stay in 3 or 4 star tourist hotels in urban area and tourist camp in rural area and will be served 3 meals in a day and use Japanese Jeep etc.
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STANDARD ARRANGEMENT | | BUDGET ARRANGEMENT | 610 USD (based on single person) 370 USD p.p (based on 2pax) 300 USD p.p (based on 3pax) 250 USD p.p (based on 4pax) 230 USD p.p (based on 5pax) 200 USD p.p (based on 6pax) | | 500 USD (based on single person) 290 USD p.p (based on 2pax) 220 USD p.p (based on 3pax) 170 USD p.p (based on 4pax) 140 USD p.p (based on 5pax) 120 USD p.p (based on 6pax)
| Up from 6pax please see our group service
| | Up from 6pax please see our group service
| Prices included:
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| - land transportation within country and its fuel cost - English-speaking TGM Tour Manager or local guides (Other languages are possible) - entrance fees to museums, conservation fees or permits to national parks and government charges - special events and excursions as described in the itinerary - horse or camel hire where specified - support staff including horse/camel men and camp assistants - airport or train station pick up and drop off transfers
- accommodation in countryside (2 nights in tourist camp) - food service (three meals in a day) - mineral waters
| | - land transportation within country and its fuel cost - English-speaking TGM Tour Manager or local guides (Other language are possible) - entrance fees to museums, conservation fees or permits to national parks and government charges - special events and excursions as described in the itinerary - horse or camel hire where specified - support staff including horse/camel men and camp assistants - airport or train station pick up and drop off transfers
- accommodation in countryside (2 nights in local guesthouse)
| Prices not included:
| | Prices not included:
| - RT domestic flights - accommodation in Ulaanbaatar - travel insurance, visas, departure tax - alcoholic drinks, items of a personal nature - gratuities for staffs
| | - RT domestic flights - accommodation in Ulaanbaatar - travel insurance, visas, departure tax - alcoholic drinks, items of a personal nature - gratuities for staffs
- food service - sleeping bag
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 In Gobi, in August, some ice in Yolyn Am, It is miracle.  Yolyn Am Valley, It is narrow and very picturesque
 Hose and Maria walking on the Sand dunes Khongor

Our guide and Hong Kong traveler at Sand dunes Khongor

Cow skull and camels in Khongor
 Khongor River and Khongor Sand dunes
 Bayanzag
 Camels at Bayanzag
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