wild Mongolia

Step into the soul-stirring wilderness of Mongolia on this immersive journey through its vast steppes, sacred valleys, and nomadic heartlands. From the echoing cliffs of Yol Valley to the towering dunes of Khongor and the flaming cliffs of Bayanzag, this trip blends surreal landscapes with deep cultural encounters. Stay in traditional gers beneath endless skies, ride camels across the Gobi, and share stories with locals around warm campfires.

Timed to coincide with the vibrant Naadam Festival, you’ll witness Mongolia’s most cherished traditions—wrestling, archery, and horse racing—in their most authentic setting. Explore ancient monasteries, dinosaur fossil sites, and ice-filled canyons, traveling by rugged 4x4 vehicles that take you deep into untouched terrain.

With a seasoned guide, skilled drivers, and hearty meals prepared by your camp cook, the experience is both comfortable and adventurous. This journey offers a rare chance to live the nomadic rhythm, unplug from the modern world, and reconnect with nature in its rawest form.

Come for the landscapes, stay for the spirit of Mongolia.

Day 1: Ulaanbaatar – Chonjin (55 km, 1.5 hrs) – Baga Gazriin Chuluu (281 km, 6 hrs)
Morning pick-up from your hotel and drive to Chonjin to visit the towering Genghis Khan Equestrian Statue – the tallest of its kind in the world. You can climb up into the horse’s head for panoramic views and visit the museum beneath showcasing 13th–14th century artifacts and nomadic tools. Continue to Baga Gazriin Chuluu, a granite rock formation known for its mystical landscape. Visit a crystal-filled cave where a lama once meditated, a freshwater spring said to cure blindness, and the ruins of a 17th-century Buddhist temple.
Activities: Statue visit, museum, sightseeing, monastery ruins, cave, eye spring
Accommodation: Ger camp
Meals: B, L, D

Day 2: Baga Gazriin Chuluu – Tsagaan Suvarga (250 km, 5 hrs)
Drive through the Middle Gobi province’s endless steppes towards Tsagaan Suvarga – a surreal escarpment formed by wind erosion over 10 million years. Once submerged under the sea, this area is rich in marine fossils. Great for panoramic photography and light hikes.
Activities: Walking, photography
Accommodation: Ger camp
Meals: B, L, D

Day 3: Tsagaan Suvarga – Dalanzadgad (Gobi Museum, 416 km, 6 hrs) – Yol Valley
Early drive to Dalanzadgad city to visit the Gobi Museum of Nature and History. Explore exhibitions of fossils, cultural relics, and local craftsmanship. After lunch, drive to Yol Valley in the "Three Beauties of Gobi" National Park – a lush, flower-filled gorge nestled between high cliffs. Optional horseback ride available.
Activities: Museum visit, walking, horseback ride
Accommodation: Ger camp
Meals: B, L, D

Day 4: Yol Valley – Khongor Sand Dunes (180 km, 5 hrs)
Journey deeper into the Gobi to reach the majestic Khongor Sand Dunes. Visit a camel herder family and learn about their nomadic life. Ride camels across the dunes, explore the Seruun Bulag green oasis, and climb the "Singing Dune" (Duut Mankhan) for sunset views.
Activities: Camel ride, climb dune, oasis visit
Accommodation: Ger camp
Meals: B, L, D

Day 5: Khongor – Bayanzag (Flaming Cliffs) (160 km, 5 hrs)
Drive to Bayanzag, famous for its blazing red cliffs and rich deposits of dinosaur fossils – where the first dinosaur eggs were discovered. Wander among the saxual trees and explore the site.
Activities: Short film, hiking, fossil exploration (look but don’t touch!)
Accommodation: Ger camp
Meals: B, L, D

Day 6: Bayanzag – Ongi Monastery Ruins (160 km, 4 hrs)
Travel through the vast Ongi Steppe to the ruins of Ongi Monastery, once home to 30 temples and 4 Buddhist universities before its destruction in the 1930s. Visit the small museum and enjoy views over the river valley. Optional massage and sauna available at camp.
Activities: Ruins, museum, hilltop views, relaxation
Accommodation: Tourist camp
Meals: B, L, D

Day 7: Ongi – Orkhon Valley (approx. 6–7 hrs, rough track)
Drive across rolling steppe and basalt plains toward the Orkhon Valley – a UNESCO-listed cultural landscape. Visit the scenic Orkhon Waterfall (27m high), explore the volcanic-stone-filled valleys and alpine forest. Stay with a local nomadic family and take part in daily life – such as bringing in yaks or milking.
Activities: Waterfall, cultural immersion, nomadic lifestyle
Accommodation: Nomadic family stay
Meals: B, L, D

Day 8: Orkhon Valley – Ugii Lake (200–250 km, 4–6 hrs)
Scenic drive to Ugii Lake through varied countryside. The lake is known for its birdlife, calm waters, and peaceful shores. Enjoy kayaking, birdwatching, or just relax lakeside.
Activities: Kayaking, birdwatching, walking, photography
Accommodation: Tourist camp
Meals: B, L, D

Day 9: Ugii Lake – Karakorum – Ulaanbaatar (approx. 380 km, 7–8 hrs)
Head to the ancient city of Karakorum, the former capital of the Mongol Empire. Visit Erdene Zuu Monastery – the oldest Buddhist monastery in Mongolia – built from the ruins of Genghis Khan’s city. Afterward, return to Ulaanbaatar.
Activities: Monastery visit, history walk
Accommodation: Not included (end of tour)
Meals: B, L

Start Date: Saturday, August 30, 2025

End Date: Sunday, September 7, 2025

Pick-up/Drop-off at Chinggis Khaan International Airport (IATA: UBN, ICAO: ZMCK) 

Arrive no later than 10 A.M. on Day 1. It is recommended that you arrive a day ahead of time. 

We will notify you of the airport pick-up/drop-off times in due course.

₹1,29,000 per person

Additional ₹2,000 off if:

• You're booking with a friend or more, or 
• You've travelled with us before
   

✅ Maximum discount capped at ₹2,000 per person

Booking Terms:

• Reserve your spot with ₹30,000 
• Balance to be paid 45 days before the trip begins 

Important Information:

• Prices are exclusive of 5% GST + TCS 
• Rates are applicable for Indian Nationals only 
• Group Size:  Minimum 8 – Maximum 14 participants (+) WANDERING SARATHY as your Trip Captain. Please make sure that the trip has reached the minimum number of participants before you reserve your flight ticket.
• Solo travelers are welcome!  If you're traveling alone, you’ll be paired with another participant of the same gender in a twin-sharing room. 
• Suitable for members between the age group of 18-50 years.  Most participants typically fall between 18 and 35 years. 
• A stay at an additional cost may be arranged if you're arriving or departing a day earlier or later.

INCLUSIONS

• Shared accommodation in tourist ger camps (2 to 4 beds per ger)
• Sleeping bag provided if you don’t have one
• Private 4x4 off-road van with a highly skilled driver
• Airport pickup and drop-off
• Horse and camel rides as per itinerary
• Limited to 4 passengers per 5-seater van for maximum comfort
• English-speaking guide throughout the trip
• Local horse keeper for riding days
• All meals as listed in the itinerary
• Cook for the group
• Daily supply of bottled water
• Entry to all scenic spots and attractions listed in the itinerary (including Naadam Festival, horse racing site, museums, monasteries, protected areas, parks, and concert)
• Border permits
• Road fees
• Invitation letter for Mongolian entry visa
• Tons of local experiences 
• Services of WANDERING SARATHY, the trip captain who acts as a facilitator and a storyteller
• All service charges, government taxes, and local taxes 

EXCLUSIONS

• International flight tickets 
• Visa (assistance provided)
• Travel Insurance 
• Snacks/Beverages 
• 5% GST + TCS as applicable
• Any taxes/charges the local Government may levy, in future
• Early check in and late check out
• Activities like ATV-ride, Hot Air Ballooning, etc.
• Additional costs arising due to mishaps, political unrest, natural calamities like – landslides, road blockage, etc. In such a case, extras will have to be paid on the spot by the participants directly.
• Personal expenses such as tips, laundry, bottled water, soft drinks, incidentals, porter, medicines, etc.
• Any item not specified in the ‘Inclusions’

• Secure Your Spot: Confirm your participation by paying ₹30000 to book your seat. The balance to be paid 45 days before the trip start date.
• Payment Options:
  • Write to us at unusualescapes@gmail.com for bank transfer details.
  • Pay via Google Pay at UPI ID: unusualescapes@aubank
  • For credit card payments, contact for the details
• Spot Confirmation: Your spot will be confirmed once the booking fee is received.
• Replacement: If you find someone to replace you, there will be NO cancellation charges. In such cases, we’ll refund your full amount, including the booking fee. 
• Note: Booking fee is non-refundable unless replaced.

NO REFUND OF THE INITIAL BOOKING AMOUNT WILL BE MADE FOR ANY CANCELLATION

• If cancellations are made 30 days before the start date of the trip, 50% of the trip cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
• If cancellations are made 15-30 days before the start date of the trip, 75% of the trip cost will be charged as cancellation fees.
• If cancellations are made within 0-15 days before the start date of the trip, 100% of the trip cost will be charged as cancellation fees.

A refund of the money in case of cancellation will be made within 10 working days after the cancellation request is received (by mail). 

If you can find anyone else to replace you, there’ll be NO cancellation charges. We will then refund your money in full.