7-Day Motorcycle Tour | Mongolia - Sands of Gobi

Overview

Ride deep into the heart of Mongolia’s legendary Gobi Desert, one of the most awe-inspiring landscapes on Earth. This 7-day off-road adventure takes you through vast sand dunes, dramatic canyons, ancient rock formations, and historic monasteries, all while immersing yourself in Mongolia’s rich nomadic culture. Ride Husqvarna FE 450 or 701 Enduro motorcycles across breathtaking terrains, from the White Stupa rock formations to the remote sands of Elsen Tasarkhai, and experience the beauty of the Hustai National Park, home to the wild Przewalski’s horses.

Fully supported by expert guides, mechanics, and a private chef, this all-inclusive motorcycle journey offers 100% off-road adventure, cultural experiences, and unforgettable nights under the Mongolian sky. Whether you’re tackling rocky trails, navigating golden dunes, or camping in the wilderness, this ride is the ultimate Mongolian desert experience.

Key information

Total Distance

1600 KM

Comfort Rating

5/10
Duration
7 Days

Tour Availability

April, May, August, September

Min. Group Size

2 Riders
Max. Group size
12 Riders
Bike Type
Dual Sport, Enduro
Difficulty Level
Intermediate, Advanced

Pillion Friendly?

No

Terrain

90% Unpaved, Mountain Trails, Desert, Gravel

Special Feature

includes-guide, mechanic-support
Support level
Mechanic Support, Local Guide, Medical Support, Private Chef, Trip Manager
Highlights
Ride across Mongolia’s legendary Gobi Desert—one of the world’s most spectacular landscapes
Discover the White Stupa rock formations, once part of the ocean floor
Experience nomadic life and visit a local Mongolian family
Ride through the ancient ruins of Ongi Monastery, a spiritual site in the desert
Challenge yourself in the Elsen Tasarkhai dunes, a stunning mix of desert, mountains, and rivers
Explore Hustai National Park, home to Mongolia’s famous wild horses
Fully supported with 2 support vehicles, guides, mechanics, and a private chef
Ride Husqvarna FE 450 or 701 Enduro motorcycles on a 100% off-road route
Camp under the stars in Mongolia’s vast wilderness
Day 0: Arrival in Ulaanbaatar
  • Airport pickup and transfer to UB Grand Hotel (or alternative in city center)

  • Safety briefing, gear check, and motorcycle setup

  • Welcome dinner with the team and fellow riders

Day 1: Ulaanbaatar – Baga Gazar Rocks (280 km)
  • First full riding day heading south into the Mongolian steppes

  • Ride through Baga Gazariin Chuluu, massive granite rock formations in the heart of the desert

  • Overnight in a traditional ger camp

Day 2: Baga Gazar Rocks – White Stupa (230 km)
  • Ride into the desert to the White Stupa (Tsagaan Suvarga), a surreal white limestone cliff

  • Explore the 400-meter-long rock formations shaped by thousands of years of erosion

  • Overnight at a ger camp near the cliffs

Day 3: White Stupa – Ongi Monastery (220 km)
  • Ride through the remote Ongi River Valley

  • Visit Ongi Monastery, once a major religious center with over 1,000 monks

  • Hike up to sacred mountain viewpoints for a panoramic view of the desert

Day 4: Ongi Monastery – Sand Dunes of Elsen Tasarkhai (265 km)
  • Enter the dramatic Elsen Tasarkhai dunes, stretching 80 km long and 5 km wide

  • Ride through an incredible mix of sand, mountains, and forest

  • Overnight in a ger camp surrounded by the dunes

Day 5: Sand Dunes Loop (90 km)
  • Spend the day riding along the dunes, mastering off-road sand riding

  • Optional: Camp in the wild or stay another night in the ger camp

  • Bonfire under the stars in the Mongolian desert

Day 6: Elsen Tasarkhai – Hustai National Park (250 km)
  • Ride through the vast Mongolian steppe towards Hustai National Park

  • Visit a local nomadic family and learn about their centuries-old way of life

  • See the rare Przewalski’s horses, the world’s last true wild horse species

  • Overnight at a camp near beautiful rock formations

Day 7: Hustai National Park – Ulaanbaatar (160 km)
  • Ride back to Ulaanbaatar through scenic landscapes

  • Return to the hotel for a hot shower and relaxation

  • Farewell dinner at the best hot pot restaurant in Ulaanbaatar

  • Optional night out exploring the city’s nightlife

Last Day: Departure

  • Airport transfer and goodbyes

Program/Tour Itinerary
Day 0: Arrival in Ulaanbaatar
  • Airport pickup and transfer to UB Grand Hotel (or alternative in city center)

  • Safety briefing, gear check, and motorcycle setup

  • Welcome dinner with the team and fellow riders

Day 1: Ulaanbaatar – Baga Gazar Rocks (280 km)
  • First full riding day heading south into the Mongolian steppes

  • Ride through Baga Gazariin Chuluu, massive granite rock formations in the heart of the desert

  • Overnight in a traditional ger camp

Day 2: Baga Gazar Rocks – White Stupa (230 km)
  • Ride into the desert to the White Stupa (Tsagaan Suvarga), a surreal white limestone cliff

  • Explore the 400-meter-long rock formations shaped by thousands of years of erosion

  • Overnight at a ger camp near the cliffs

Day 3: White Stupa – Ongi Monastery (220 km)
  • Ride through the remote Ongi River Valley

  • Visit Ongi Monastery, once a major religious center with over 1,000 monks

  • Hike up to sacred mountain viewpoints for a panoramic view of the desert

Day 4: Ongi Monastery – Sand Dunes of Elsen Tasarkhai (265 km)
  • Enter the dramatic Elsen Tasarkhai dunes, stretching 80 km long and 5 km wide

  • Ride through an incredible mix of sand, mountains, and forest

  • Overnight in a ger camp surrounded by the dunes

Day 5: Sand Dunes Loop (90 km)
  • Spend the day riding along the dunes, mastering off-road sand riding

  • Optional: Camp in the wild or stay another night in the ger camp

  • Bonfire under the stars in the Mongolian desert

Day 6: Elsen Tasarkhai – Hustai National Park (250 km)
  • Ride through the vast Mongolian steppe towards Hustai National Park

  • Visit a local nomadic family and learn about their centuries-old way of life

  • See the rare Przewalski’s horses, the world’s last true wild horse species

  • Overnight at a camp near beautiful rock formations

Day 7: Hustai National Park – Ulaanbaatar (160 km)
  • Ride back to Ulaanbaatar through scenic landscapes

  • Return to the hotel for a hot shower and relaxation

  • Farewell dinner at the best hot pot restaurant in Ulaanbaatar

  • Optional night out exploring the city’s nightlife

Last Day: Departure

  • Airport transfer and goodbyes

Ger Camps & Wild Camping: Stay in traditional Mongolian gers (yurts) for an authentic nomadic experience. On some nights, depending on weather and route conditions, we may camp under the stars in the open wilderness.

Hotels in Ulaanbaatar: First and last nights in a comfortable city hotel (UB Grand Hotel or similar).

Ger Camps & Wild Camping: Stay in traditional Mongolian gers (yurts) for an authentic nomadic experience. On some nights, depending on weather and route conditions, we may camp under the stars in the open wilderness.

Hotels in Ulaanbaatar: First and last nights in a comfortable city hotel (UB Grand Hotel or similar).

Motorcycle Rental: Husqvarna FE 450 or 701 Enduro
Airport Transfer
Expert Guide & Mechanic
Private Chef & Support Crew (1 guide, 1 mechanic, 1 private chef, 2 assistants)
2 Toyota Land Cruiser Support Vehicles
All Meals & Drinking Water
Camping Gear & Ger Camp Costs
National Park Entrance Fees
Fuel for the Entire Tour
Flights to/from Mongolia
Visa Fees (if required)
Personal Travel & Medical Insurance (Mandatory)
Protective Gear (Available for €25/day rental)
Alcoholic Beverages & Personal Expenses
Motorcycle Rental: Husqvarna FE 450 or 701 Enduro
Airport Transfer
Expert Guide & Mechanic
Private Chef & Support Crew (1 guide, 1 mechanic, 1 private chef, 2 assistants)
2 Toyota Land Cruiser Support Vehicles
All Meals & Drinking Water
Camping Gear & Ger Camp Costs
National Park Entrance Fees
Fuel for the Entire Tour
Flights to/from Mongolia
Visa Fees (if required)
Personal Travel & Medical Insurance (Mandatory)
Protective Gear (Available for €25/day rental)
Alcoholic Beverages & Personal Expenses
Start your adventure in Ulaanbaatar and follow the exciting itinerary that is listed above!
Start your adventure in Ulaanbaatar and follow the exciting itinerary that is listed above!
Motorcycle Responsibility
  • Riders must inspect their motorcycle before departure and report any existing issues.

  • Any damage caused by reckless handling, accidents, or theft must be covered by the rider.

  • If a bike becomes unusable due to an accident, the rider may need to complete the tour in the support vehicle.

Travel & Insurance Requirements
  • Riders must have valid motorcycle travel insurance that covers medical emergencies and motorcycle riding.

  • A valid motorcycle license is required for all participants.

Required Documents & Deposits
  • A valid passport with at least six months of validity beyond the tour dates.

  • Any required visa for Mongolia (check with your local embassy).

  • A security deposit for the motorcycle may be required at the start of the tour.

 

Physical & Riding Requirements
  • Riders must be physically fit and comfortable handling off-road terrain, including sand dunes, rocky tracks, and long desert stretches.

  • The tour is suitable for riders with intermediate to advanced off-road riding experience.

 

Miscellaneous
  • The weather in the Gobi Desert can vary, with hot days and cold nights. Bring layered clothing for temperature changes.

Motorcycle Responsibility
  • Riders must inspect their motorcycle before departure and report any existing issues.

  • Any damage caused by reckless handling, accidents, or theft must be covered by the rider.

  • If a bike becomes unusable due to an accident, the rider may need to complete the tour in the support vehicle.

Travel & Insurance Requirements
  • Riders must have valid motorcycle travel insurance that covers medical emergencies and motorcycle riding.

  • A valid motorcycle license is required for all participants.

Required Documents & Deposits
  • A valid passport with at least six months of validity beyond the tour dates.

  • Any required visa for Mongolia (check with your local embassy).

  • A security deposit for the motorcycle may be required at the start of the tour.

 

Physical & Riding Requirements
  • Riders must be physically fit and comfortable handling off-road terrain, including sand dunes, rocky tracks, and long desert stretches.

  • The tour is suitable for riders with intermediate to advanced off-road riding experience.

 

Miscellaneous
  • The weather in the Gobi Desert can vary, with hot days and cold nights. Bring layered clothing for temperature changes.

Nomadic Offroad has a local team with extensive knowledge of the rugged Mongolian terrain. Offers guided off-road adventures across steppes, deserts, and mountains, often with small groups and camping for a true nomadic experience.
Nomadic Offroad has a local team with extensive knowledge of the rugged Mongolian terrain. Offers guided off-road adventures across steppes, deserts, and mountains, often with small groups and camping for a true nomadic experience.

Tour Information & Request

7-Day Motorcycle Tour | Mongolia - Sands of Gobi

Starting Point

Ulaanbaatar

Motorcycle

Husqvarna 701 Enduro | Husqvarna FE 450

Starting From

USD 4380

Share this tour

Why Choose us

Traveler Insights & Reviews

{{ reviewsTotal }}{{ options.labels.singularReviewCountLabel }}
{{ reviewsTotal }}{{ options.labels.pluralReviewCountLabel }}
{{ options.labels.newReviewButton }}
{{ userData.canReview.message }}

Similar Tours

Intermediate
Tour Duration:
1 Days
Country: Thailand
Bike type: Enduro
Intermediate
Tour Duration:
6 Days
Country: Thailand
Bike type: Enduro
Intermediate
Tour Duration:
10 Days
Country: Thailand
Bike type: Enduro

Please Login

To use the feature you have to login

Please Login

To use the feature you have to login

7-Day Motorcycle Tour | Mongolia - Sands of Gobi