Ulan Bator Mongolia 6 Day Itinerary

Ulan Bator 6-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Settling In

  • 🏨 Accommodation: Stay at The Blue Sky Hotel & Tower or Bayangol Ger Camp for an authentic experience.
  • ✈️ Transportation: Taxi or airport bus (#2, #7) to your hotel. Uber is also available in the city.
  • 🍲 Dinner: Visit Narantuul Market for traditional Mongolian food at local restaurants like Munkhbayar or Mandakh Restaurant.
  • 🏛️ Evening Activity: Enjoy a traditional Mongolian folklore show at Tumen Ekh Theater.
  • 📝 Tips: Mongolia uses the Tugrik (MNT) as its currency. Credit cards are accepted in most city areas, but it’s good to have cash on hand.

Day 2: City Exploration & Museums

  • 🏛️ Morning: Visit Chinggis Khan Square, Government House, and the National Monument of Mongolia.
  • 🎨 Afternoon: Check out the National Museum of Mongolia to learn about the country’s history and culture.
  • 🍲 Lunch: Have a meal at Zaitsogt’s Restaurant, which serves traditional dishes in a cozy setting.
  • 🏘️ Afternoon: Explore Gandantegchinlen Monastery and enjoy the tranquil atmosphere.
  • 🌃 Evening: Relax at Sukhbaatar Square or take a stroll along Peace Avenue.

Day 3: Gobi Desert Day Tour

  • 🚐 Transportation: Book a day tour to the Gobi Desert, which includes stops at the Flaming Cliffs and camel riding.
  • 🍲 Lunch & Dinner: Lunch and dinner are usually provided as part of the tour.
  • 📝 Tips: Wear comfortable clothing and appropriate shoes for the desert terrain. Bring sunscreen, a hat, and water.

Day 4: Genghis Khan Statue Complex

  • 🚐 Transportation: Take a bus or hire a taxi to the Genghis Khan Statue Complex (about 55 km from Ulan Bator).
  • 🏛️ Morning: Visit the statue complex, museum, and enjoy the panoramic view of the surrounding steppe.
  • 🍲 Lunch: Enjoy a packed lunch at the complex or grab something to eat in the nearby Ger Camp.
  • 🌄 Afternoon: Return to Ulan Bator for some rest and relaxation.

Day 5: Shopping & Leisure

  • 🛍️ Morning: Visit shops at Peace Avenue, Sukhbaatar Square, or Narantuul Market for souvenirs and local goods.
  • 🍲 Lunch: Dine at a local café like Nomads Deli or Blue Penguin for a Western-style meal.
  • 🌄 Afternoon: Take a spa day to relax and rejuvenate at one of the city’s spas, such as Gobi Cashmere Spa or Shangri-La Kempinski Ulaanbaatar Spa.
  • 🏯 Evening: Visit the Bogd Khan Palace Museum for a glimpse into Mongolia’s last royal palace.

Day 6: Departure

  • 📝 Check Out: Check out from your hotel and take a taxi to the airport (around 30 minutes with no traffic).
  • ✈️ Departure: Depart from Ulan Bator with fond memories of this incredible journey!