Mongolia Terelj National Park + Arkhangai Mini Desert 2 Nights 3 Days Private Tour (Accommodation Included / Korean Guide)
• No more crowded and chaotic join-in tours! A private tour just for you.
• Conquer the perfect key tourist attractions of Mongolia, from camels and sand sledding to the Milky Way!
• Road trip across the vast Mongolian grasslands in a Furgon
• Take in the Mongolian night sky at a glance, a sight you can never see in the city
• A Korean-speaking guide will make your trip even more enjoyable with comfortable and friendly guidance and explanations.
Product Info
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📢 Product Introduction
1. Who are you going with?
For a private tour, you will meet a Korean guide at your hotel in Ulaanbaatar.
You can enjoy a comfortable itinerary with friendly service provided by a private guide and vehicle.
2. What do you look at?
■ Mini Gobi Desert
Arkhangai Mini Gobi Desert, a hidden gem of central Mongolia where deserts and grasslands unfold at a glance!
You can admire the overwhelming panorama created by the endless steppe grasslands and the serene mountain ranges.
The sunset viewed from a nomadic ger and the starlight of the clearest night sky in the world will become unforgettable memories.
Thrilling sand sledding, as well as camel and eagle experiences, are also available. (Optional / Cost not included)
It's time to enjoy the journey while walking along the gentle curves sculpted by the wind and feeling the true breath of the desert!
■ Campfire
When the desert sunset fades, a campfire starts beneath the sand dunes.
We sit around a burning flame and spend a relaxing time with warm tea.
The sound of firelight and crackling logs adds a special atmosphere to the quiet desert night air.
Enjoy a healing time slowly savoring the desert night before encountering the stars and the Milky Way!
■ Star & Milky Way Viewing
Enjoy the countless stars spread across the night sky over the vast grasslands.
Unlike the city night sky obscured by countless lights, you come face to face with the stars in complete darkness with almost no artificial lighting.
Especially during the summer, the Milky Way is clearly visible, allowing you to admire the flow of the Milky Way across the landscape, which is difficult to see in the city.
This experience, possible only in the darkness of nature, will be the most special moment you can enjoy only in Mongolia.
You may not be able to see the Milky Way on days with bad weather or depending on the season.
We do not assume any compensation or liability even if you do not see the Milky Way.
■ Ariyabal Temple
Located in a tranquil place where grasslands and mountains harmonize, Ariyabal Temple is a famous attraction in Mongolia that purifies the mind.
Symbolizing the compassion and wisdom of Buddhism, a peaceful atmosphere permeates this place starting from the path leading up to the temple.
Upon reaching the temple, wide-open grasslands and valleys unfold, revealing another face of Mongolian nature.
It is a healing point of a trip to Mongolia where you can enjoy rest and contemplation in nature at the same time.
■ Turtle Rock
The most iconic natural landmark in Terelj National Park, Mongolia!
It is very popular as the best photo spot that captures the majesty of Mongolia's nature.
Amidst the vast landscape of Terelj, admire the breathtaking scenery of the expansive grasslands the moment you stand before Turtle Rock!
The area around the rocks is also good for a walk or a light trekking course, and
You can enjoy horseback riding, camel riding, and eagle experiences nearby. (Costs not included / Payable on-site)
■ Terelj National Park & Furgon Experience
It is a great nature travel destination located about an hour and a half drive from Ulaanbaatar, featuring vast grasslands, forests, and clear rivers.
It is not just simple tourism; you can experience the essence of Mongolia's nature and nomadic culture firsthand.
During the Furgon ride experience, endless grasslands and natural scenery without a single artificial structure stretched out outside the window,
The journey itself becomes a special travel experience, allowing you to create precious memories.
And taking a commemorative photo on top of a Furgon is a must-do on a trip to Mongolia!
Take some wonderful photos against the backdrop of vast nature.
■ Statue of Genghis Khan
An equestrian statue towering over the Mongolian steppe!
The statue of Genghis Khan is an iconic landmark where you can feel Mongolia's history and pride at a glance.
An observation deck is located inside the statue, allowing you to take in the endlessly stretching grasslands at a glance.
Experience the unique grandeur and tranquility of Mongolia simultaneously amidst a landscape where the sky and the earth seem to meet.
It is a must-visit tourist destination on a trip to Mongolia, where history, nature, and scale all come alive.
⛺ Basic Information on Mongolian Gers in Terelj
► Basic Mongolian Ger
Huslen Camp (January 1 - December 31)
- Accommodates up to 6 people (for 6 people, 1 person uses an extra bed)
Breakfast included
- Shared hot water showers & toilets
- Stove provided
- Wi-Fi is available only in the restaurant
⛺ Terelj Upgrade Modern Ger Information
► Upgrade to a modern yurt / Advance request required, extra fee
Grand resort (January 1 - December 31)
- Up to 5 people
Breakfast included
- Private hot water shower & toilet
- Provides underfloor heating
- Wi-Fi is available only in the restaurant
* An additional fee of 120,000 KRW (per ger) applies for the upgrade, and you will be notified via email after confirmation.
Ger information link: https://www.360vr.mn/grandresort/
⛺ Basic Mongolian Ger Information for Arkhangai
► Basic Mongolian Ger
• Khugnu Gobi Tourist Camp (Mongolian Ger) (May 1 - October 1)
- Accommodates up to 6 people (for 6 people, 1 person uses an extra bed)
Breakfast included
- Shared hot water showers & toilets
- Heater provided
- Wi-Fi is available only in the restaurant
- Upgrade to Bichigt Khad Tourist Camp is mandatory during the period from October 2 to April 30.
⛺ Arkhangai Modern Ger Upgrade Information
► Upgrade to a modern yurt / Advance request required, extra fee
• Hugnu Govi Camp (Modern Ger) (May 1 - October 1)
- Accommodates up to 6 people (for 6 people, 1 person uses an extra bed)
Breakfast included
- Private hot water shower & toilet
- Stove provided
- Wi-Fi is available only in the restaurant
- Upgrade to Bichigt Khad Tourist Camp is mandatory during the period from October 2 to April 30.
* An additional fee of 80,000 KRW (per ger) applies for the upgrade, and you will be notified via email after confirmation.
⛺ Arkhangai Upgrade VIP Modern Ger Information
► Upgrade to VIP Modern Ger / Advance request required, extra fee
• Bichigt Khad Tourist Camp VIP Modern Ger (January 1 - December 31)
- Up to 4 people
- Breakfast & Dinner Included
- Private hot water shower & toilet
- Provides underfloor heating
- Wi-Fi is available only in the restaurant
- Campfires are not allowed at this camp.
* An additional fee of 200,000 KRW (per ger) applies to the upgrade, and you will be notified via email after confirmation.
🚩 Tour Schedule
The basic itinerary below does not include airport pickup, but,
If you pick up immediately after the airport pickup, change the order to Terelj > Arkhangai Mini-Desert.
An additional fee of 65,000 KRW (per team / one-way) applies for airport pickup, and the details will be provided via email after your reservation is confirmed.
■ Day 1
• 08:00 Meeting at the Ulaanbaatar hotel, then transfer to the Arkhangai Mini Desert (Airport pickup not available)
• 12:30 Break in the lounge and lunch (approx. 35,000 Tugrik per person)
• 16:00 Arrival at Ger and Check-in & Dinner at Ger and Free Time
• 20:00 Guide Meeting / 1-Hour Campfire
• 23:00 Meet with guide / 10-minute walk to view the stars and the Milky Way
• Arrive at the ger at 24:30
■ Day 2
• 09:00 Meeting with Korean guide, then transfer
• 09:30 Arkhangai Mini Desert (Sand sledding, Camel ride, Eagle experience)
• 11:00 Travel to Ulaanbaatar
• 13:00 Break in the lounge and lunch (approx. 35,000 Tugrik per person)
• 20:30 Arrival at Terelj National Park Camp followed by free time
■ Day 3
• 09:00 Check out, meet the guide, and move to Terre-euljiro
• 09:30 Ariyabal Temple
• 11:00 Terelj National Park Turtle Rock
- Eagle experience, Horse riding experience
• 13:00 Korean or local food
• 14:00 Furgon experience ride and commemorative photo (1 hour)
• 16:00 1-hour viewing of the Genghis Khan equestrian statue
• 18:30 Arrival in Ulaanbaatar (19:00 Chinggis Khan Airport) followed by the end of the tour
Pickup times for this schedule may be adjusted depending on the season.
🚗 Vehicle Information
• Toyota Plus 41 / Passenger Car / 4-seater / 3 people with luggage
(Hand-drive driving guide)
• Toyota Alphard / SUV / 6-seater / 4 people with luggage
(Hand-drive driving guide)
• Hyundai Grand Starex / Van / 9-seater / 7-seater with luggage
(Hand-drive driving guide)
• Toyota Hiace / Van / 12-seater / 10-seater with luggage
(1 guide + 1 driver)
For groups of 7, if the driving guide is fully booked and unavailable,
You must use a van with 1 guide and 1 driver.
In this case, an additional fee of 400,000 KRW (team amount) will apply, and the additional fee will be notified via email after confirmation.
Car seats are not provided, but luggage can be stored inside the vehicle.
(One 20-inch suitcase per person)
Infants are not provided with vehicle seats.
🚶 Meeting / Pickup Location
Pickup is available from hotels located in downtown Ulaanbaatar.
We will meet the guide in the hotel lobby.
Please enter the exact English name of the hotel as it appears on Google Maps when making a reservation.
(Cannot be found by address and location information)
📌 Must Read
1. The applicable fee is per person.
Please select the option that fits the number of people, and then select the quantity accordingly.
Infants under 2 years of age are free, but seats are not provided and car seats are not available.
2. Please make sure to wait in the hotel lobby, and
For hotels with multiple lobbies, please wait in the main lobby.
3. Various admission tickets are not included, so please pay the guide directly on-site.
4. An additional fee applies for airport transfers. (Airport pickup is not available)
A fee of 65,000 KRW (per team / one-way) applies, and additional charges will be notified via email after your reservation is confirmed.
5. Airport pickup is not available on the basic itinerary of the product, but
If you pick up immediately after the airport pickup, change the order to Terelj > Arkhangai Mini-Desert.
An additional fee of 65,000 KRW (per team / one-way) applies for airport pickup, and the details will be provided via email after your reservation is confirmed.
Purchase Notice
Reservations received after 18:00 can be confirmed the following morning.
We will send you detailed information and a voucher via email after your reservation is confirmed.
This product is available only on the designated date.
We recommend using individual travel insurance.
FAQ
Terelj National Park is located approximately 70-80 kilometers northeast of Ulaanbaatar, the capital city of Mongolia. The journey typically takes about 1.5 to 2 hours by car, depending on road conditions and traffic. It is a highly accessible destination for travelers looking to experience Mongolia's natural beauty close to the city.
In Terelj National Park, visitors can explore famous landmarks such as Turtle Rock (Melkhii Khad) and visit the serene Aryabal Meditation Temple. The park offers diverse activities including horseback riding through scenic landscapes, hiking, and experiencing authentic nomadic life at a traditional ger camp. This tour also includes unique experiences like camel riding and sand sledding at the Arkhangai Mini Desert.
The ideal time to visit Terelj National Park for pleasant weather and vibrant scenery is generally from late May to early September. During these months, temperatures are mild, and the steppes are lush and green, perfect for outdoor activities. Autumn (September-October) offers beautiful foliage, while winter provides a unique, snow-covered landscape for those who enjoy serene, chilly environments.
The Arkhangai Mini Desert, also known as Elsen Tasarkhai, is located in the Arkhangai province, situated west of Ulaanbaatar. This makes it a significant distance from Terelj National Park, which is northeast of the capital. This tour is specifically designed to encompass both distinct geographical regions, ensuring you experience both Terelj's mountainous and forested terrain and the striking sand dunes of the Mini Desert.
The tour provides comfortable private transportation, often utilizing a traditional Mongolian Furgon or a similar sturdy vehicle. This allows for an immersive road trip experience across the expansive Mongolian steppes, facilitating travel to both Terelj National Park and the Arkhangai Mini Desert. It ensures convenient transfers between attractions within these areas, making your journey smooth and enjoyable.
On this tour, you will encounter Mongolia's diverse natural beauty, including the vast, rolling green steppes and dramatic rock formations of Terelj National Park. You'll also experience the striking contrast of the semi-desert and sand dunes at the Arkhangai Mini Desert. Away from city lights, the tour offers breathtaking opportunities for stargazing, allowing you to witness the clear Mongolian night sky and the Milky Way.
This private tour includes a dedicated Korean-speaking guide who accompanies your group throughout the entire 2-night, 3-day journey. The guide provides friendly and comfortable assistance, offering detailed explanations and cultural insights to enhance your travel experience. They ensure smooth navigation through all attractions and share valuable information about Mongolia's rich heritage and natural wonders.
This tour is crafted as a completely private experience, exclusively for your group, which avoids the complexities and rigid schedules of typical join-in tours. This allows for a personalized itinerary, flexible pacing, and the full attention of your Korean-speaking guide. You can enjoy the scenic road trip across the vast Mongolian steppes and explore key attractions like the Mini Desert and Terelj National Park at your preferred pace, fostering a more intimate and relaxed travel atmosphere.
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