Vanaf: € 2,300
A 9-day Mongolia self-drive expedition from the camel herds of the Gobi dunes to the horse country of the Khangai, by way of Karakorum.
Gobi Dunes to Horse Country
01 Start
This route runs the length of the country’s two great halves, and it starts the moment you land. No city night, no hotel lobby, no wasted first morning — you collect your vehicle at the airport and drive south to the edge of the Gobi the same day.
It begins among the granite towers of the northern Gobi, crosses the layered escarpment country at Tsagaan Suvarga White Stupa and Petroglyphs near the Red Stupa, drops into the sand dunes at Moltsog Els and out to the Flaming Cliffs where the world’s first dinosaur eggs were lifted from the rock. Then it turns north, follows the Ongi river out of the desert, and climbs into the green half of Mongolia — a hidden valley of horse herds, the old imperial capital at Kharkhorin, and the dune belt at Elsen Tasarkhai where the sand meets the grassland on a single clean line.
You drive it yourself. Every night of the journey is booked and confirmed before you leave Ulaanbaatar, the vehicle is equipped for the whole route, and a day-by-day roadbook with GPS tracks, waypoints, fuel stops and camp coordinates goes with you. The route follows established tracks throughout and needs no previous off-road experience. Our team in Ulaanbaatar is one message away at any point, 24/7.
The departure is private. Nothing on this itinerary is shared with another party.
1.1 Waarom kiezen voor deze tour?
- Camels to Horses: Ride Bactrian camels on the Gobi dunes on day three, and stand among a thousand grazing horses in a hidden Khangai valley on day six.
- You Drive, We Plan: A fully equipped off-road 4×4, a day-by-day GPS roadbook and every night pre-booked — all the freedom of a self-drive, none of the logistics.
- Straight Into the Wild: The only Gobi tour that starts at the airport gate. You are camping under the stars on night one, not sitting in a hotel lobby.
- Two Mongolias in One Trip: Red desert cliffs and singing sand in the south, green valleys, lakes and horse country in the north.
- Empire and Ink: Erdene Zuu Monastery, 108 stupas and the ruins of Karakorum — 800 years of Mongol history in a single afternoon.
- Nine Days, Not Fifteen: The full Gobi and Central Mongolia experience compressed into a route that fits a normal holiday.
02 Overzicht
- Stijl: Zelf rijden
- Terrein: Asfalt, onverharde wegen, zandwegen, zandduinen
- Tour niveau: 3
Onze tourniveaus zijn ingedeeld van 1 (makkelijk) tot 5 (uitdagend), waarbij elk niveau de complexiteit en uitdaging weergeeft op basis van meerdere factoren.
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Gobi Sand Dunes
Echte Off-the-Beaten-Path Zelf-Rijden
Verblijf in de Beste Lodges van Mongolië
From the Gobi to Green Forests
Valley of Horses
Spectacular Landscapes
03 Routebeschrijving
Dag Straight from the runway to the rocks
- Kamperen of Ger Camp
Arrive in Mongolia, collect your 4x4 at the airport and camp among granite towers the same evening.
Dag Sunset at the White Stupa
- Camping of een huisje
Watch the White Stupa cliffs turn violet under one of the darkest skies on earth.
Dag Camel country: the dunes at Moltsog Els
- Camping
Ride Bactrian camels on the Gobi dunes and camp between two sand crests.
Dag The Flaming Cliffs at dusk
- Ger Kamp of Kamperen
See the Flaming Cliffs burn red where the first dinosaur eggs were found.
Dag Ongi Monastery and the road north
- Hotel, Camping or Ger Camp
Explore the ruins of Ongi Monastery as the desert turns back into grassland.
Dag Horse country: the Valley of a Thousand Horses
- Camping
Camping above a hidden valley where the horses outnumber the people.
Dag Empire and ink at Karakorum
- Hotel of Ger kamp
Walk the 108 stupas of Erdene Zuu Monastery at ancient Karakorum.
Dag Mini Gobi picnic and back to the capital
- Hotel
Picnic where the Mini Gobi dunes meet the grassland, then drive to Ulaanbaatar.
Dag Vertrek
Transfer to Chinggis Khaan International Airport for your onward flight.
04 Neem contact met ons op
Het is normaal dat je vragen hebt, en ons team staat klaar om ze te beantwoorden!
Vul het formulier in of kies een van de opties hieronder om ons te laten weten hoe we je kunnen helpen de meest fantastische tijd in Mongolië te hebben.
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Wat is inbegrepen
5.1 Basis
Bereid je voor om je onder te dompelen in alles wat Mongolië te bieden heeft, want wij zorgen voor elk detail zodat je gewoon kunt ontspannen en genieten!
- 24 uur per dag ondersteuning op afstand
- Geselecteerde activiteiten langs de route (bv: begeleide paardrijtocht, boottocht, bezoek aan een nomadische familie en meer)
- Gedetailleerde routekaart
- Complete kampeeruitrusting
Ons doel is om je reis puur avontuurlijk te maken en volledig vrij van ongemakken!
5.2 Auto
Voel je zeker om overal in Mongolië te rijden met onze moderne, robuuste en betrouwbare reeks terreinwagens voor Mongolië. We bieden verschillende modellen; kies de auto die het beste bij je past.
Standaard
UAZ
Patriot
Premium
Toyota
Land Cruiser 76
Luxe
Toyota
Land Cruiser 250
5.3 Accommodatie
5.4 Accommodatie
Experience the perfect balance of comfort and adventure with carefully selected stays along the route, including some of the best lodges of the Gobi. From comfortable hotels at the beginning and end of your journey to authentic ger camps and unforgettable nights under the open sky, each stay connects you deeply with Mongolia’s landscapes. Your evenings are as enriching as your days—combining relaxation, nature, and a true sense of place.
5.4 Niet inbegrepen
5.3 Niet inbegrepen
We streven ernaar om je reis zo gemakkelijk en plezierig mogelijk te maken, en we staan altijd klaar om vragen te beantwoorden of hulp te bieden. Houd er echter rekening mee dat je je eigen voedsel en brandstof behoeften tijdens de reis.
Nomade van de natuur
- Onder de eindeloze sterrenhemel van Mongolië bieden onze campingnachten een ongeëvenaarde omhelzing met de natuur, waar elk gefluister van de wind een verhaal van de wildernis vertelt.
- Basis
Gratis - Premium
€0
Gemengde Nomade
- Verscholen in het hart van Mongolië's adembenemende landschappen, bieden prachtige lodges en gerkampen een toegangspoort tot het nomadische leven, waarbij oude gebruiken worden gecombineerd met huiselijk comfort.
- Basis
€400 - Premium
€860
Comfort Nomade
- Met uitstekende lodges en hotelverblijven zorgen we ervoor dat uw reis nachten vol comfort biedt, zodat u zich kunt verfrissen en opladen voor het vervolg van uw avontuur.
- Basis
€800 - Premium
€1,740
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07 Boek nu
7.2 Upgrade je rit
Onze standaardauto is de robuuste en betrouwbare UAZ Patriot
Upgrade naar Toyota Land Cruiser 250
Offroad in luxe met een hypermoderne 2024 Land Cruiser 250
Upgrade naar Toyota Land Cruiser 76
Upgrade naar de legendarische Landcruiser 76
7.3 Upgrade je reis
Upgrade verzekering
Loss Damage Waiver met verlaagd eigen risico tot 503 EUR, Gravel Protection, Sand and Ash Protection, Tire and Windshield Protection, Roadside Protection.
Passagier achterin
Voeg tot twee extra passagiers per auto toe
Chauffeursdienst
Leun achterover en ontspan terwijl een professionele SIXT-chauffeur je meeneemt op avontuur (prijs per dag).
08 Aangepaste reizen
09 FAQs
What is the "Gobi Dunes to Horse Country" tour?
It’s a 9-day Gobi Desert and Central Mongolia off-road self-drive expedition. You drive a fully equipped 4×4 yourself along a pre-planned GPS route, with every night booked in advance and 24/7 remote support from our team in Ulaanbaatar.
How long is the Gobi Dunes to Horse Country self-drive tour?
Nine days and eight nights, covering roughly 1,400 km. It is our shortest route that still takes in both the Gobi Desert and the historic sites of Central Mongolia. The route can be extended and other Gobi Highlights like Khongoryn Els Sand Dunes can be added.
Can I ride camels and horses on this tour?
Yes. Camel riding with a herding family on the dunes at Moltsog Els is included on day three. Horse riding can be arranged in the Valley of a Thousand Horses on day six and at Kharkhorin — just let us know in advance.
Do I need off-road driving experience?
No. The route follows established tracks used throughout the season and is graded Tour Level 3. You receive a full vehicle briefing and handover on arrival, plus a day-by-day roadbook with GPS tracks, waypoints and fuel stops.
What are the main highlights of the tour?
Tsagaan Suvarga (the White Stupa), the sand dunes and camel herds at Moltsog Els, the Flaming Cliffs at Bayanzag where the first dinosaur eggs were discovered, Ongi Monastery, the Valley of a Thousand Horses, and Erdene Zuu Monastery at Kharkhorin — the site of ancient Karakorum.
Does this tour visit Khongoryn Els or Yolyn Am?
No. This route trades the long southern detour to Dalanzadgad for a faster loop, which is what makes nine days possible. If you want the Singing Dunes and the Yolyn Am ice gorge, we can extend the tour by two days, or look at our longer Gobi routes.
Wat voor soort accommodatie is er beschikbaar?
Wild camping with full equipment provided, traditional ger camps, provincial hotels and a spa hotel at Kharkhorin. You choose the balance when you book, from mostly camping to a hotel or ger camp every night.
When is the best time to do this tour?
Mid-May to late September. June and September offer the most reliable light and the most comfortable temperatures, while July brings the naadam season and the greenest steppe.
What time do I need to land in Ulaanbaatar?
The tour drives south on the day you arrive, so a morning or early-afternoon landing is required. If your flight arrives in the evening, we simply add a night in Ulaanbaatar and start the following morning.
Hoeveel kost de tour?
The starting price is EUR 2,300 per person, not including personal expenses such as food and fuel.
Wat is inbegrepen in het reispakket?
Airport transfers, vehicle handover and route briefing on arrival, 24/7 remote support, a route map and GPS roadbook, all accommodation on the route, and curated activities along the way.
Zijn er extra kosten die niet bij de prijs van de tour zijn inbegrepen?
Yes. Food and fuel are managed by you, and a 5,000,000 or 9,000,000 MNT depending on vehicleT car rental deposit is not included, along with flights, visa fees and travel insurance.