Pre‑departure (do these 2–4 weeks before travel)
- Book flights: international to Ulaanbaatar (UB); domestic UB ↔ Dalanzadgad if visiting Gobi.
- Reserve accommodation: UB hotel; ger camps for Terelj and Gobi nights.
- Arrange transport & guide: private vehicle + driver for countryside; licensed guide for Gobi.
- Visas and documents: apply for an eVisa or confirm visa rules; print confirmations.
- Travel insurance: a policy covering remote evacuation and medical.
- Vaccinations & meds: check routine vaccines; pack prescriptions and motion‑sickness meds.
- Cash and cards: order some MNT (tugrik); notify the bank of travel dates.
- Copies: email and print passport, insurance, flight, and booking copies.
Day 1 Ulaanbaatar Arrival
- Arrive at UB and clear immigration.
- Transfer to the hotel and check in.
- Essentials: change some cash; buy a SIM or confirm roaming.
- Sightseeing options: Gandan Monastery, Sükhbaatar Square, National Museum (pick 1–2).
- Evening: early dinner; rest or short walk to acclimatize.
Day 2 Terelj National Park
- Drive to Terelj (approx 1–2 hours).
- Visit: Turtle Rock, Aryabal Temple.
- Activity: 1–2 hour horseback ride or short hike.
- Stay: check into ger camp; confirm dinner and hot water.
- Checklist: sunscreen, hat, water bottle, camera, small daypack.
Day 3: Fly to Dalanzadgad and Yolyn Am
- Morning: transfer to UB airport; flight to Dalanzadgad.
- Arrive and drive to Yolyn Am (Eagle Valley).
- Hike the valley (light to moderate).
- Stay: ger camp near Yolyn Am or Dalanzadgad.
- Checklist: warm layer for the valley, sturdy shoes, and snacks.
Day 4 Khongoryn Els Singing Dunes
- Drive to Khongoryn Els (Singing Dunes).
- Activity: climb dunes; sunset camel ride (Bactrian).
- Stay: desert ger camp; watch stars.
- Checklist: sunglasses, scarf for sand, headlamp, extra water.
Day 5 Bayanzag Flaming Cliffs and local sites
- Morning: visit Bayanzag (Flaming Cliffs) and fossil sites.
- Optional: local museum or nomad family visit.
- Drive back toward Dalanzadgad; overnight ger or town hotel.
- Checklist: camera, binoculars, and small cash for souvenirs.
Day 6 Return to Ulaanbaatar
- Morning: transfer to Dalanzadgad airport; flight to UB.
- Afternoon: free time in UB — cashmere shopping, museums, or spa.
- Evening: optional cultural performance (throat singing, dance).
- Checklist: souvenirs packed, laundry if needed, confirm departure logistics.
Day 7 Final UB Sights and Departure
- Option A: Chinggis Khan Statue Complex half‑day trip.
- Option B: last‑minute UB visits or relax at the hotel.
- Pre‑flight: confirm airport transfer, check‑in, and exchange remaining MNT.
- Depart: arrive at the airport 2–3 hours before the international flight.
Packing Checklist
- Documents: passport, printed eVisa, flight confirmations, travel insurance, and emergency contacts.
- Clothing: base layers; warm jacket; windproof shell; long pants; hat; gloves (Gobi nights can be cold).
- Footwear: sturdy hiking boots; comfortable shoes for the city.
- Toiletries: basic kit, sunscreen, lip balm, hand sanitizer, wet wipes.
- Health: personal meds, first‑aid kit, motion‑sickness tablets.
- Electronics: phone, charger, power bank, camera, universal adapter.
- Extras: reusable water bottle, sunglasses, small daypack, flashlight/headlamp, earplugs.
Documents Money Health Safety Quick List
- Carry: passport + photocopy; insurance card; emergency contact list.
- Money: small MNT notes for rural purchases; card for UB.
- Health: drink bottled or boiled water; avoid raw dairy if sensitive.
- Roads: expect long unpaved drives; secure motion‑sickness meds.
- Etiquette: remove shoes in gers/temples; accept offerings politely; modest tipping.
Notes and Emergency Contacts
- Local guide/agency: ___________________________
- Hotel UB: ___________________________
- Flight numbers: outbound ________ return ________
- Insurance emergency: ___________________________
- Embassy contact: ___________________________
- Medical facility in UB: ___________________________
Print tip: set page orientation to portrait, use two pages: page 1 (Pre‑departure + Days 1–4), page 2 (Days 5–7 + Packing + Contacts).
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