Ulaanbaatar
🗓 1–2 daysThe capital and trip gateway.
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Beyond Gobi Desert
Dunes, canyons and dinosaur fossils. Gobi Desert is one of the highlights of any trip to Mongolia, and most travellers spend around 3–4 days here.
In Gobi Desert, take on adventure activities and outdoor excursions.
In Gobi Desert, head into the surrounding nature, parks and viewpoints.
Most visitors arrive in Mongolia via Ulaanbaatar (UBN), then continue to Gobi Desert by domestic flight, train, bus or road.
Plan for roughly $40–$300 per day. See the full Mongolia budget guide.