Mongolia 2 Day Itinerary

Mongolia 2-Day Itinerary: Exploring the Land of the Eternal Blue Sky

Day 1: Capital City Tour - Ulaanbaatar

  1. Arrival at Chinggis Khaan International Airport, Ulaanbaatar (UB)

    • Visa Requirements: Ensure your passport is valid for at least six months beyond the expected departure date and check if you need a visa for Mongolia.
    • Transportation: Taxis are readily available outside the airport or book a pre-arranged pickup service.

  2. Government District & National Museum of Mongolia

    • Explore Sukhbaatar Square, Parliament House, and Central Post Office.
    • Visit the National Museum of Mongolia to learn about the country’s rich history, culture, and natural heritage.

  3. Bogd Khan Palace Museum

    • Discover the traditional life of Mongolian nobility at this 19th-century palace.
    • Admission: MNT 5,000 (approx. USD 2) for adults, MNT 2,500 (approx. USD 1) for children

  4. Shopping at Central Department Store

    • Experience local life by browsing through the various floors offering goods ranging from traditional Mongolian clothing to electronics.

Day 2: Gobi Desert Excursion

  1. Early Morning Departure to Gobi Desert

    • Book a tour operator for this journey as public transportation is limited.

  2. Flaming Cliffs & Yolyn Am

    • Visit the Flaming Cliffs, known for dinosaur fossils discovered by Roy Chapman Andrews in 1922.
    • Explore Yolyn Am (Vulture Gorge), where you can see frozen waterfalls during winter and spring months.

  3. Camel Riding & Gobi Gurvan Saikhan National Park

    • Experience a traditional camel ride through the sand dunes of the Gobi desert.
    • Visit the three beautiful gorges within Gobi Gurvan Saikhan National Park: Bayanzag, Ongiin Khiid, and Tsagaan Suvarga.

  4. Return to Ulaanbaatar

    • After an unforgettable experience in the Gobi desert, travel back to Ulaanbaatar and rest before your departure.