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From UB: Kharkhorin& Semi Gobi 2-Days Tour in Ulaanbaatar

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2-day trip from Ulaanbaatar visiting Discover to Elsen Tasarkhai, Visit the old capital of Kharhorin and Long road /6 hours/. Operated by MJ Travel LLC.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a unique blend of desert, steppe, and mountain landscapes

From UB: Kharkhorin& Semi Gobi 2-Days Tour: Key Facts

PriceFrom $455 per person
Duration2 days
LanguagesEnglish
Tour typeGuided Tour
BookingDirect with the local operator — no OTA markup

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From UB: Kharkhorin& Semi Gobi 2-Days Tour

2-day trip from Ulaanbaatar visiting Discover to Elsen Tasarkhai, Visit the old capital of Kharhorin and Long road /6 ho...
2 days
English
$455
Free cancellation

Full description

A 2-day trip out of Ulaanbaatar taking in Discover to Elsen Tasarkhai, Visit the old capital of Kharhorin and Long road /6 hours/. There are 3 stops in all.

The running order is Discover to Elsen Tasarkhai, then Visit the old capital of Kharhorin, then Long road /6 hours/.

The price covers hotel pick up and drop off service, English-speaking guide, Transfortation and Petrol, fuel,. It does not cover entry Erdene-zuu monastery 10.000 tugrik, Entry Kharkhorin museum 15.000 tugrik and If you want to ride a horse or camel fees around 45 min 40.000 tugrik . You can pay cash directly to owners, so budget for those separately. Two travellers pay $650 together rather than $455 each, because this is priced per party and not per head.

Tour Itinerary

Itineraries are customisable as per your request

The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.

Discover to Elsen Tasarkhai

Discover to Elsen Tasarkhai, also known as the "Mini Gobi," a unique combination of sand dunes, green meadows, and bodies of water in the middle of Mongolia. UB to Elsen Tasarkhai 280 km. /4 hours/. The sand dunes are 80 km long total. Itinerary 06:30 am. Pick up in your location. Drive to Elsen Tasarkhai. 09:00 am. Break time. Breakfast and toilet 11:00 am. Stop point location 2 times. Toilet and supermarket. 11:15 am. Arrive in Elsen Tasarkhai, Walking a Semi gobi and ride a camel.

Visit the old capital of Kharhorin

the ancient capital city of the Mongol Empire during the 13th-14th centuries. Admire the Erdene Zuu Monastery, a 16th-century monastery. UB to Kharkhorin around 360 km. /5 hours/. 01:00 pm. Arrive in Kharkhorin, Lunch time 01:30 pm. Discover to Erdene-zuu monastery. 02:30 pm. Visit to Kharkhorin museum 04:00 pm. Drive to Best Guest house with Mongolian traditional home /GER/ in Kharhorin. 05:00 pm. Drop off at accommodation Mongolian national home Ger. Will stay 1 night. 07:00 pm. Dinner.

Long road /6 hours/

Day 2: 08:00 am. Morning breakfast 08:30 am. Drive to Ulaanbaatar 10:30 am. Stop point location 2 times. Toilet and supermarket. 11:00 am. Drive back to UB city. 12:00 pm. Lunch time 12:30 pm. Drive back to UB 02:00 pm. Drop off your accommodation

Includes

  • Hotel pick up and drop off service
  • English-speaking guide
  • Transfortation
  • Petrol, fuel,

Excludes

  • Entry Erdene-zuu monastery 10.000 tugrik
  • Entry Kharkhorin museum 15.000 tugrik
  • If you want to ride a horse or camel fees around 45 min 40.000 tugrik . You can pay cash directly to owners.
  • Any dishes around 20.00-25.000 tugrik
  • Modern Mongolian Ger /national home/ best guest house at Kharkhorin per person 75.000-150.000 tugrik. Public cleanly toilet and shower house. Restaurant.

Important information

Meeting point

The operator confirms the exact meeting point and time once your booking is confirmed, and you will have it well before the day. If you would rather know before you book, message us on WhatsApp and we will ask them for you.

Know before you go

  • Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts

About this activity

Free cancellation
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Duration 2 days
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Live tour guide
English
Wheelchair accessible

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Frequently Asked Questions

Hotel pick up and drop off service, English-speaking guide, Transfortation, Petrol, fuel,
The duration of the From UB: Kharkhorin& Semi Gobi 2-Days Tour is typically 2 days. We recommend arriving 15 minutes before the scheduled start time for a smooth check-in. Your guide will meet you at the designated meeting point and ensure the experience runs on schedule while remaining flexible to your pace.
For most experiences, we highly recommend an early morning start. This allows you to avoid the midday heat, bypass the largest crowds, and capture the best lighting for photography. Your guide can advise on the optimal timing based on the season and specific attractions included.
Yes, once your booking is completed via our secure payment gateway, you will receive an instant confirmation email with your tour details, meeting point address, guide's name, and direct contact information. You can also view and manage your booking through your AsiaByLocals account dashboard.
Yes! All our private tours are fully customizable. Whether you want to add extra stops, skip certain locations, change the pace, or adjust the start time — simply let your guide know in advance or on the day. We aim to create a personalized experience tailored to your interests and energy level.
We offer free cancellation up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a full refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may be subject to a partial charge depending on the tour type. Weather-related cancellations for outdoor and boat tours are handled on a case-by-case basis, with full refunds or free rebooking offered when safety is a concern.
Most of our experiences are family-friendly and suitable for children of all ages. However, some tours involving extensive walking, water activities, or early morning starts may be better suited for children aged 5 and above. Please check the specific tour description for age recommendations, or contact us for personalized family itinerary advice.
After booking, you will receive detailed meeting point instructions via email. Most tours include complimentary hotel pickup within the central area. For tours without pickup, your confirmation email will include the exact address, Google Maps pin, and your guide's phone number for easy coordination. Guides typically arrive 10 minutes early and will message you on WhatsApp.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express), PayPal, Apple Pay, and Razorpay for Indian cards. All payments are processed through a PCI-compliant secure gateway with 256-bit encryption. You can also pay in multiple currencies — the price is automatically converted to your local currency at checkout.
Yes, all AsiaByLocals guides are licensed professionals who have been rigorously vetted through background checks, skill assessments, and customer reviews. Many hold government-issued tourism licenses, university degrees in history or cultural studies, and have years of experience leading tours for international travelers. Every guide maintains a minimum 4.5-star rating to remain active on our platform.
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