
TEST OF MONGOLIA – BORDER AREA TOUR
Duration: 4 days, 3 nights
Distance: 1300km
Date: From May to October 2025
Group size: 15 or more travelers Tour purpose: This tour aims to explore the stunning landscapes of Mongolia’s Gobi Desert, visit historical landmarks, and experience the unique way of life of Mongolia’s nomadic people. Participants will also have the opportunity to visit the center of the world’s energy and learn about Mongolia’s cultural heritage. The journey includes a visit to the capital of Dornogovi Province, Sainshand, where travelers can explore and purchase Mongolian brand products.
BRIEF ITINERARY:
B – Breakfast L – Lunch D – Dinner
Date | Destination | Meal | Accomodation | |
Day 1 | Jun 03 | Ereen hot – Zamiin-Uud port – Sainshand city | L+D | Tourist camp |
Day 2 | Jun 04 | Sainshand city – Khamriin khiid monastery – Sainshand | B+L+D | Tourist camp |
Day 3 | Jun 05 | Sainshand – Burden bulag sand – Zamiin-Uud soum | B+L+D | Tourist camp |
Day 4 | Jun 06 | Zamiin-Uud port – Ereen hot | B |
QUOTATION
Service name | Description | Per person price (Adult) | Single supplements | |
TEST OF MONGOLIA – BORDER AREA TOUR | 4 days | 12-23pax | 24-30pax |
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Tourist camp, Guest house | RMB | RMB | RMB |
DETAILED ITINERARY
Day 1: Arrival and Exploring Sainshand
- 09:00 AM – Cross the border from Ereen City into Mongolia through the Zamyn-Uud checkpoint.
- 11:00 AM – Depart from Zamyn-Uud and travel to Sainshand, the capital of Dornogovi Province. The journey is approximately 230 km on paved roads.
- Lunch in Sainshand at a local restaurant.
- After lunch, visit the Sainshand Museum to learn about the region’s history and culture.
- Explore a stone factory and brand product stores for unique Mongolian-made goods.
- Enjoy an art performance showcasing Mongolian music and dance.
- Dinner at the camp, followed by rest and overnight stay. (L+D)
Distance: 230km
Highlights: Sainshand museum, art performance, Stone Factory & Brand Product Stores
Accommodation: Tourist camp
Day 2: Khamriin khiid monastery
- 07:00 AM – After breakfast, depart by bus to Khamrin Khiid Monastery.
- Visit the Energy Center and make a pilgrimage to Khusliin Khar Uul (Wishing Mountain).
- Explore a nomadic family and learn about their traditional lifestyle.
- Lunch at a tourist camp near Khamrin Khiid between 12:00–13:00.
- 14:00 PM – Return to Sainshand.
- Visit the local museum in Sainshand and shop at brand product stores.
- Dinner at the tourist camp and rest overnight. (B+L+D)
Distance: 60km
Highlights: Khamriin khiid, Khusliin Khar Uul, Energy Center, Nomadic Family Visit
Accommodation: Tourist camp
Day 3: Zamiin-Üüd Border
- 07:30 AM – After breakfast, travel to Burden Els Resort (147 km) to explore the area and enjoy its natural beauty.
- From Burden Els, continue the journey to Zamiin-Üüd Border (54 km).
- Arrive at the tourist camp near Zamiin-Üüd, have dinner, and rest overnight. (B+L+D)
Distance: 230km
Highlights: Burden Els, Zamiin-Üüd Border
Accommodation: Tourist camp
Day 4: Departure Mongolia
- 08:00 AM – After breakfast, depart from the tourist camp and head to the Zamiin-Üüd Border Checkpoint to complete the border registration process.
- Board the border bus for crossing into China. (B)
Distance: 15km
Highlights: Duty-Free Shop
Services included in the price:
Accommodation:
- Stay in shared 2-4 person Mongolian traditional gers (yurts).
- Western-style shared facilities: Showers and toilets in communal buildings.
Meals:
- Mongolian national dishes and European-style meals with drinks.
- Meals included: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner as per the itinerary.
- Water: 0.5L per person per day (2 bottles per person).
Transportation:
- Mitsubishi Delica 4×4 off-road van with 6 seats for the trip.
- If it’s a large group, we will provide transportation using a coach bus with 45 seats for the tourists.
- Experienced driver for the journey.
Guide/Leader:
- Local guide for a more immersive experience.
- English speaking guide
Camel riding fee for 1 hour around sand dunes, with a herder guide
Visiting a herder family
Entrance Fees:
- Entry fees to special protected areas
- Entrance fees for the Local Special Protected Areas mentioned in the program: Khamrin Khiid, Energy Center
- Entrance fee to the local museum
Services not included in the price:
Border Crossing Fees
- Chinese-speaking Guide (if requested)
- Personal expenses:
- Laundry, meals not included in the itinerary, alcoholic beverages, and phone/internet usage.
- Extra charge for solo accommodation: o If staying alone in a hotel room, an additional fee of 400 CNY applies. o If staying alone in a tourist camp ger, an additional 250 CNY per night may apply (if available).
Travel Insurance
- Solo Accommodation in Hotels/Guesthouses: If staying alone, there is an extra charge of 400 CNY for hotel rooms or 250 CNY for a ger.
- Additional accommodation costs if the capacity of the tourist camp is exceeded, and solo bookings cannot be accepted.
Appendix tour map
