Gobi Bactrian camels Expedition

Tour Description
Your adventure begins with a drive from Ulaanbaatar to the White Stupa (Tsagaan Suvarga), where colorful limestone cliffs rise from the desert floor. After a sunset walk and your first night in a traditional ger camp, continue into the cool, dramatic canyons of Yol Valley in Gurvansaikhan National Park, home to wildlife, deep gorges, and year‑round ice.
The journey then leads to the heart of camel country: the towering Khongor Sand Dunes. Here, you’ll meet local camel‑herding families, learn about their traditional lifestyle, and ride Bactrian camels across the golden dunes. Climbing to the dune crests rewards you with sweeping views of the desert — especially magical at sunset when the sands glow with warm color.
From the dunes, travel to the legendary Flaming Cliffs of Bayanzag, where red sandstone formations and ancient saxaul forests frame one of the world’s most important dinosaur fossil sites. Continue to the peaceful Ongi Monastery ruins for a quiet riverside evening surrounded by desert mountains.
Your tour concludes with a scenic return to Ulaanbaatar, where you’ll have time to rest, explore the city, and visit cultural landmarks before your departure.

Itinerary

Day 1 | Arrival in Ulaanbaatar → White Stupa (Tsagaan Suvarga)
Arrival in Ulaanbaatar and meet your driver/guide
Drive to the White Stupa (Tsagaan Suvarga), famous for its colorful limestone cliffs
Short hike and photography at sunset viewpoints
Overnight at a comfortable ger camp in the area

Day 2 | White Stupa → Yol Valley (Gurvansaikhan National Park)
Drive to Yol Valley, known for its deep canyon and permanent ice fields
Guided walk through the gorge, wildlife spotting (ibex, vultures)
Visit local herder families if available
Overnight at a ger camp near the national park

Day 3 | Yol Valley → Khongor Sand Dunes
Drive to the largest sand dunes in Mongolia, the Khongor Sand Dunes (Singing Dunes)
Camel riding with local nomads across the dunes
Climb to the top for panoramic desert views, especially at sunset
Overnight at a ger camp near the dunes

Day 4 | Khongor Sand Dunes → Flaming Cliffs (Bayanzag)
Travel to the legendary Flaming Cliffs, famous for dinosaur fossil discoveries
Walk through red sandstone formations and saxaul forests
Sunset photography over the glowing red cliffs
Overnight at a nearby ger camp

Day 5 | Flaming Cliffs → Ongi Monastery Ruins
Drive to Ongi Monastery, once one of Mongolia’s largest Buddhist centers
Explore the monastery ruins and small museum
Quiet riverside walk and sunset views over the valley
Overnight at a ger camp

Day 6–8 | Return to Ulaanbaatar → City Exploration & Rest
Scenic return drive to Ulaanbaatar
Free time for rest, shopping, cafés, and cultural sites (optional city tour)
Optional visits: Gandan Monastery, National Museum, Zaisan Hill, cashmere shops
Final day transfer to the airport or onward travel