A grand circuit of this surprisingly diverse country. We travel around in 4WD vans and stay in tents for maximum flexibility. We visit some truly spectacular regions and, though there is much driving to be done, we have days to relax and enjoy the natural beauty. Climb sand dunes, go hiking in the mountains, swim in lakes and rivers. This trip is not for those who want luxury - there are no facilities and you will need to wash with bowls of water - but is for those who love the outdoors.

Itinerary:
Day 1 ULAAN BAATAR Arrive in Ulaan Baatar.
Day 2 ULAAN BAATAR Free day.
Day 3 GOBI DESERT - MANDALGOVI Drive south through the Gobi to Mandalgovi.
Day 4 YOLYN AM VALLEY Continue south to Yolyn Am, or 'Vulture's Mouth'.
Day 5 GOBI DESERT Hike through the valley to reach the ice that remains there year-round. We then drive west along the edge of some of the largest sand dunes in the Gobi.
Day 6 GOBI DESERT We continue to Khongoryn Els and have the rest of the day free to explore these amazing sand dunes.
Day 7 ONGI RIVER Head north towards the Ongi River, a clear stream that runs through a barren rocky landscape. Our route takes us through Bayanzag, famous for the number of dinosaur fossils and eggs that have been found there.
Day 8 KHOGNO KHAN MOUNTAINS Continue to the beautiful Khogno Khan mountains, a massive series of rocky hills that rise up out of an otherwise flat landscape.
Day 9 KHOGNO KHAN MOUNTAINS A full day to explore the mountains. Perhaps hike up to the top of one to experience fantastic views across the plains and watch eagles soaring over the landscape.
Day 10 KARAKORUM - ORKON RIVER A short drive to Karakorum, the ancient capital built by Genghis Khan in the 13th century. We visit the magnificent Erdene Zuu monastery before continuing to our campsite by the river.
Day 11 KHORG Leave for Khorg, a volcanic lake ringed by stark rocky mountains.
Day 12 KHORG A full day to relax at the lake. Wander along the shoreline or hike up into the mountains for awesome views.
Day 13 EN ROUTE TO KHOVSGOL North through the grasslands towards Khovsgol, passing herds of Mongolian horses. Camp en route.
Day 14 KHOVSGOL Continue to the magnificent Lake Khovsgol, on the Siberian border, where we stay near the edge of the crystal clear waters.
Day 15 KHOVSGOL A full day to hike around the lake or just relax and enjoy the views.
Day 16 KHOVSGOL A full free day at Lake Khovsgol.
Day 17 SELENGE RIVER We drive south to the Selenge River, one of the most lush and beautiful parts of Mongolia.
Day 18 ORKON RIVER We continue south and east stopping at the Orkon River again, only further downstream.
Day 19 TUUL RIVER We drive on to our final picturesque camp spot. By this stage you may be missing some creature comforts. Don't wish your time away. You should savour this last day of true wilderness experience.
Day 20 ULAAN BAATAR Drive back through the grasslands to Ulaan Baatar.
Day 21 ULAAN BAATAR Tour ends.