Startree Mongolia Tour Review 2026: Gobi & Terelj 6 Nights

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Mongolia: Gobi Desert - Terelj

6-Night, 7-Day Tour Recommendation

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ⓒ Ssoejini

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Hello, I'm Ssoejini, your globetrotting friend :)

I've finally returned from my bucket-list adventure:

a 6-night, 7-day tour

to Mongolia's Gobi Desert + Terelj!

Before booking a trip to Mongolia,

it's common to wonder, "Will the bugs be okay?

Will staying in a ger be alright?"

Right? It's a place that often sparks these concerns.

Before I left, I also scoured all the questions on the

Love Mongolia Cafe, meticulously researching and comparing everything!

Today, right after my trip, I'm giving you a quick sneak peek at

the highlights of my 6-night, 7-day Mongolian adventure.

So, if you're debating booking, pay close attention!

Table of Contents

1. Why I Chose StarTree for My Mongolia Trip Tour

2. 6-Night, 7-Day Gobi Desert & Terelj Itinerary

3. Don't Miss Out: Inclusions/Exclusions Checklist

4. StarTree Mongolia Tour Recommendation & Discount Code

1. Why I Chose StarTree for My Mongolia Trip Tour

Sainuu~!

That's "Hello!" in Mongolian.

There are so many tour companies in Mongolia, aren't there?

Honestly, many tours have similar itineraries and offerings.

So, "making a decision" is more important than "gathering information."

With so many options, it's hard to find one that perfectly matches

your conditions (time, budget, stamina), isn't it?

Especially since I was with a group of 6, it took a lot of time and effort

to coordinate everyone's opinions. Haha.

Specifically, before looking for a tour,

I had already snatched up discounted flight tickets.

So, adjusting the itinerary to match my flight times

was the most crucial factor!

And let's be honest, budget is important to you too, right?

It certainly is for me! LOL!

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So, I prioritized everything, including value for money,

when choosing our tour.

(+ There's discount info at the very bottom!)

2. 6-Night, 7-Day Gobi Desert & Terelj Itinerary

This was our route, so you can use it as a reference!

Date	Route	Details
6/30	Airport - Baga Gazryn Chuluu	Travel 230km
7/1	- Bayanzag	Unpaved 180km
7/2	- Khongoryn Els	Entirely unpaved
7/3	- Yolyn Am	Mostly unpaved
7/4	- Tsagaan Suvarga	Unpaved 100km
7/5	- Terelj National Park	Unpaved 30km
7/6	- Airport	Wrap-up

Quite a lot of travel distance, right?

Beep-boop! That's perfectly normal for Mongolia!

And that's just an approximate, by the way...! Haha.

However, the crucial thing is how well-packed and exciting the itinerary is

in relation to all that travel time, wouldn't you agree?

Day 1: Baga Gazryn Chuluu

Do you love activities?

Do you love amusement park rides?

Then you'll absolutely love the unpaved road roller coaster... pure thrill..!

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When we went to Baga Gazryn Chuluu,

we discovered caves and even a temple.

The grand nature here is absolutely mind-blowing~!

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Day 2: Bayanzag

They call this the "Flaming Cliffs"

because it looks like it's on fire when the sun sets.

Our guide told us that the trees in Bayanzag

are the kind that only camels can eat.

Following our guide,

when he'd say, "It's pretty here~" we'd snap a pic,

and "It's pretty here!" we'd snap another,, haha

Our guide even took some drone footage for us here!

I'll show you when I write a more detailed post!

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Day 3: Khongoryn Els, Gobi Desert

You've all probably imagined sledding down here, right?

It's much, MUCH taller than you'd think!

The desert formed cliffs because of the wind,

and the sound of the wind hitting them is like singing,

so they call it the Singing Sands!

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Day 4: Yolyn Am

Horseback riding! Passing through the canyon on horseback was just so cool...

The trekking here is truly legendary,

so I was really glad I rode a horse here..!

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Day 5: Terelj National Park

How to describe it? It was like a Windows desktop background unfolding right before my eyes!

I'm the type who believes you absolutely *must* visit national parks,

so I was incredibly satisfied!

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Day 7: Chinggis Khaan Statue + Museum

It's majestic...!

It felt incredible to see a statue in real life that I'd only ever seen in history books!

We also had time to buy souvenirs, like a camel doll.

I've only given you the highlights, but

what do you think!? Don't you want to go~?

I wasn't really a nature-lover; I used to be more into experiential travel in cities or by the sea,

but after visiting Mongolia, I'm truly a great-nature-lover.

It was a trip with absolutely no regrets!

3. A Must-Check Checklist: Inclusions/Exclusions

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This is seriously important.

If they suddenly ask for extra charges locally,

it totally ruins the whole travel vibe, doesn't it?

Inclusions	Exclusions
Admission fees for attractions per itinerary	Some optional admission fees are excluded (check itinerary)
Vehicle / Guide / Driver expenses	Travel insurance ※ Travelers are responsible for trips without travel insurance.
Accommodation costs
All meal expenses (refer to itinerary for special meals)
Bottled water (2-3 x 500ml per person, per day)	Personal snacks like alcohol, cigarettes, beverages
Sleeping bag, poncho, air bed (provided per person)	International airfare and fuel surcharges/airport taxes
SIM card (provided per person, 10,000 T refund if not needed)	Single room supplement for solo occupancy
Mongolian traditional clothing experience, 1 bonfire	Gratuities (not a mandatory cultural practice)
Airport pickup and drop-off (one each)	Paid activities, Ulaanbaatar accommodation

So, these are the inclusions of the Startree Tour

that I meticulously checked.

I particularly chose a place that definitely included

traditional clothing, ponchos, and cloaks!

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4. Startree Mongolia Tour Recommendation & Discount Code

They say it's impossible to fix exact travel times in Mongolia

because the land is so vast.

Our guide and driver

taught us about Mongolian language, culture, and more,

which was so fascinating and fun!

I'll break these down one by one later, too. Haha.

If you ask, "Would I recommend this tour?"

While I wouldn't recommend it for those seeking a modern hotel stay,

for anyone who says, "I want to truly encounter magnificent nature at least once in my life,"

it's an absolute must-do!

If you leave a secret comment,

I'll share a discount code with you!

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Everyone in your travel group gets ~$29 off per person!

Click the link below to enter,

check out the Mongolia travel tours,

and apply the discount code to get great value for your money!

I'll be writing more about the essential items I felt were needed after actually going,

and episodes from Day 1 to Day 7,

one by one in future posts!

Stay tuned! :)

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