After breakfast, proceed to Elsen Tasarkhai, a picturesque desert area in Mongolia often called the “Mini Gobi,” where you can enjoy rolling sand dunes, camel rides, nature walks, and the vast desert scenery. Next, visit Khongor Khan Mountain, a scenic area known for its rugged peaks, beautiful landscapes, and opportunities for hiking and exploring Mongolia’s natural beauty. After dinner, transfer back to Elsen Tasarkhai for check-in.
8D7N Nomadic Outer Mongolia
8 Days Mongolia 2 to Go
Experience an immersive 8-day journey through Mongolia, starting in Ulaanbaatar with key landmarks, museums, and vibrant cultural performances. Venture into the countryside to Elsen Tasarkhai and Kharkhorin, enjoying camel rides, nomadic family visits, ancient monasteries, and dramatic natural rock formations. Explore Terelj National Park with its scenic landscapes, meditation monastery, and caves. Learn Mongolia’s royal, Buddhist, and prehistoric heritage through palaces and dinosaur museums. Conclude with shopping, modern Genghis Khan museums, and a smooth departure from Ulaanbaatar.
DepartureUlaanbaatar
ReturnUlaanbaatar
Min. travellers2
Booking periodNow till Sept 2026
Travel period8 May till 30 Sept 2026
Good to know
- Remarks : Minimum of 2 adults – private basis, validity until 08 May 2026 – 30 Sep 2026
- Peak season surcharge applies on certain dates, to be advice
- Sequence of itinerary is subject to change without prior notice
- NO shopping stops
- China Visa (Free visa for 30 Days - Malaysian)
- Price is not valid for 09 Jul – 16 Jul 2026
Tour Highlights
- Explore Ulaanbaatar’s iconic landmarks, including Sukhbaatar Square, Gandan Monastery, and world-class museums showcasing Mongolia’s history and culture.
- Experience the “Mini Gobi” at Elsen Tasarkhai with a memorable camel riding adventure amid sand dunes and mountain scenery.
- Discover ancient Kharkhorin with visits to Erdene Zuu Monastery, 108 stupas, and historic ruins of Mongolia’s former capital.
- Immerse in authentic nomadic life by visiting a local herder family and staying in traditional Mongolian yurt resorts.
- Enjoy Terelj National Park’s natural beauty, meditation monastery, unique rock formations, and cultural heritage sites.
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1 Arrive in Ulaanbaatar
Upon arrival, you will meet your tour guide and transfer to Sukhbaatar Square, the central square of Ulaanbaatar named after the national hero Damdin Sukhbaatar. From there, visit the Parliament House, the seat of Mongolia’s government and an important political landmark, followed by the Soviet War Memorial, a monument honoring Soviet soldiers that also offers views of the city. In the evening, enjoy a Traditional Mongolian Song and Dance Performance, a cultural show that highlights Mongolia’s rich nomadic heritage through music and dance. After dinner, transfer to your hotel in Ulaanbaatar for check-in.
lunch
Day 2 Ulaanbaatar - Else Tasarkhai
breakfast · lunch
Day 3 Elses Tasarkhai - Kharakhorin (2 Hours)
After breakfast, visit the Khalakhalin Museum, which showcases the history, culture, and traditions of the local Mongolian people through artifacts, exhibits, and traditional crafts. Then, experience authentic Mongolian nomadic life by visiting a local herder’s family, learning about their daily routines, traditions, and enjoying their traditional food and hospitality. Afterward, transfer to the Khalakhalin Hotel for check-in.
breakfast · lunch
Day 4 Kharakhorin - Ulaanbaatar (5 Hours)
After breakfast, visit Erdene Zuu Monastery, one of Mongolia’s oldest and most important Buddhist monasteries built in the 16th century, featuring traditional temples, stupas, and historical artifacts. Explore the 108 Stupas, a unique collection of small Buddhist stupas surrounding the monastery, symbolizing spiritual significance, and the Wanfu Palace Ruins, the remains of a historic palace within the complex that reflect Mongolia’s religious architectural heritage. Continue to Turtle Rock, a natural formation resembling a turtle, and then to Phallic Rock & Yin-Xue Slope, distinctive rock formations with cultural and historical significance in local folklore. After dinner, transfer to your hotel in Ulaanbaatar for check-in.
breakfast · lunch
Day 5 Ulaanbaatar (2 Hours)
After breakfast, visit Gandan Monastery, one of Mongolia’s largest and most important Buddhist monasteries, known for its grand temples and vibrant religious activities. Continue to the National Museum of Mongolia, which showcases the country’s rich history, culture, and ethnography through extensive artifacts and exhibits, and then explore the Genghis Khan Statue Museum, dedicated to the life and legacy of Genghis Khan, accompanied by the famous giant equestrian statue. Afterward, head to Terelj National Park, a scenic area with rolling hills, rock formations, rivers, and opportunities for hiking and outdoor activities. While in the park, see Turtle Rock, a natural formation resembling a turtle, visit the Three Friends Cave, known for its natural beauty and cultural significance, and explore the serene Aribala Meditation Monastery, reflecting traditional Mongolian Buddhist practices. After dinner, transfer to your hotel in Terelj for check-in.
breakfast · lunch
Day 6 Terelj - Ulaanbaatar (2 Hours)
After breakfast, visit the Bogd Khan Winter Palace Museum, the former winter residence of Mongolia’s last king, Bogd Khan, featuring royal furnishings, religious artifacts, and artworks that offer insight into Mongolia’s history and Buddhism. Next, explore the Dinosaur Museum, which showcases Mongolia’s world-famous dinosaur fossils, including skeletons, eggs, and prehistoric exhibits from the Gobi Desert. After dinner, transfer to your hotel in Ulaanbaatar for check-in.
breakfast · lunch
Day 7 Ulaanbaatar
After breakfast, travel from Ordos to Yinken Tala Desert (approximately 3.5 hours), and visit the Genghis Khan Museum, a modern museum dedicated to the life, achievements, and legacy of Genghis Khan, featuring historical artifacts, interactive exhibits, and insights into the Mongol Empire. Continue to the State Department Store, a popular shopping landmark offering a wide variety of local products, souvenirs, and daily goods, and then stop at the Gobi Cashmere Store, a specialty shop showcasing high-quality Mongolian cashmere products, including sweaters, scarves, and garments made from premium Gobi Desert cashmere. After dinner, transfer back to your hotel in Ulaanbaatar.
breakfast · lunch
Day 8 Ulaanbaatar - Departure
After breakfast at hotel, free and easy until transfer to airport for flight back to Malaysia.
breakfast
What's included
Included
- 7 nights accommodation with daily breakdfast
- Sightseeing & entrance fees as per itinerary
- Private transfer throughout the tours
- Local English Speaking tour guide
- Tipping for local English tour guide Pre collected in Malaysia
- Meals as per itinerary
Not included
- Return international flight ticket
- Travel insurance
- Others no mentioned in the itinerary
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Your hotels
Novotel Ulaanbaatar or similar
★★★★★
Ulaanbaatar Baga Toiruu 6th khoroo, SBD - 6 khoroo, Ulaanbaatar 14201, Mongolia
On a bustling street 12 minutes' walk from the National Museum of Mongolia, this relaxed hotel with a colorful exterior is 2 km from the 18th-century Gandantegchinlen Monastery and 16 km from Chinggis Khaan International Airport.
Streamlined rooms feature sofas, flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fi, as well as minibars, and tea and coffeemaking facilities. Upgraded suites add separate living areas. Room service is available.
Amenities include 2 restaurants, 3 bars and a kids' club. There's also an indoor pool, a gym and a sauna; massages are offered. Meeting space accommodates up to 250 guests. Breakfast and parking are available.
Mongolian Yurt Resort
Accommodation with a Mongolian nomadic family provides an authentic experience that includes residing in an additional yurt. This unique opportunity allows guests to immerse themselves in the traditional Mongolian lifestyle. The package typically includes breakfast and dinner, which are prepared by a guide, and lunch at a local restaurant or a picnic setting. It’s important to note that standard amenities such as toilets and showers may not be readily available, reflecting the traditional nomadic lifestyle. This experience offers a unique insight into the Mongolian culture and way of life.
