The best way to explore the park is by foot or on horseback, giving you the opportunity to get in to the remoter valleys and take in the scenery.travel to Mongolia from us with like-minded people on one of our small group tours , featuring knowledgeable local guides and an expert tour leader. Although predominantly a Tibetan Buddhist country, Shamanism is still an essential part of many people’s everyday life in Mongolia, especially in these more rural parts. We will witness some of the ancient and mysterious rituals that the community still holds dear such as mirrors that repel evil spirits or sacred fire and water. As we walk down through these mountain valleys, it is truly amazing to see the small rivers and streams from the glacier forming into the mightly White River. Once repacked and refreshed, we’ll continue the adventure and board our UAZs.
This ancient lake provides much of the drinking water for the animal and human population, with the surrounding areas providing lush habitats for wolves, ibex, deer and bears. Due to Mongolia’s significant seismic activity, there are also many hot springs and volcanoes throughout the country. Get in touch with Mongolian culture and cuisine while staying with a local family in their ger.
Experience some of the most unique experiences Asia has to offer at these lesser travelled festivals. From North to South and East to West, here is an overview of China’s neighbouring countries and the multi country holidays you can take … Our extensive range of Mongolian adventures are competitively priced and original in the marketplace, resulting in exceptional value for money.
Discover the best of Mongolia with gobi desert tour Mongolia and mini Naadam festival. Experience the Gobi Desert and absorb the history, culture and beautiful landscape of this epic desert on one of our quality Mongolia trips. Stay with traditional nomadic families in Altai Tavan Bogd National Park and experience their unique lifestyle on our Mongolian tours. World Expeditions is one of the world’s leading adventure travel companies offering ground breaking itineraries on every continent. The company has been operating small group trekking and adventure travel holidays and vacations since 1975. We offer small group tours, made up of singles, couples and friends from all around the world.
Gobi Desert & Orkhon Valley Tour One week is just a perfect duration to discover the Gobi desert highlights; the scenic places, top attractions, and must-do activities. You will be in the Gobi desert on the first day of this tour being surrounded by 360°C steppe views. Great Naadam & Gobi Desert Tour The two most famous attractions of Mongolia are in one package tour. Combining the Naadam festival tour with a visit to the vast expanses of the Gobi allows you have the best Mongolia travel experience.
You may be able to apply for your Mongolian visa in Beijing en-route if you have time here before your trip. You will need to organize this yourself and ensure you have all the correct documentation to obtain the Mongolian Visa. Everyone traveling on an Intrepid trip must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of carriage. It’s a good idea to check with your local customs officials to ensure that you are able to bring certain items back into your home country. Natural, non-commercial and remote, the open-air springs offer hot and steamy rejuvenation amid unspoiled rugged mountain scenery.
Vegetarians might find eating difficult here, especially since refusing food is considered rude when visiting people’s homes. The cafes and eateries of Ulaanbaatar offer more variety and should be frequented. Our adventure will start from Mongolian capital Ulaanbaatar, exactly in the period of the National Holiday- Nadaam. So, before our first riding day, we will enjoy the Nadaam opening ceremony inserting ourselves immediately into the traditional Mongolian culture. Our specialty for more than 20 years are tours and trips with private driver. Honestly, everyday was a blast and even the ger accommodation were beyond my expectations.
Not many people know where the dinosaur fossils are, but we know and we organize this tour. You will be in the dinosaur fossil site just after 7-8 hours drive. Travel from the capital to the traditional lands of the Kazakhs, taking in ancient rock art, alpine lakes and glaciers. Enjoy hikes and ride Mongolian horses before a 2-day visit to the Altai Nomad Games Eagle Festival. Naadam in Khovd draws people from all over the region, with some locals even returning from overseas. This camp has fantastic views over the surrounding countryside while being situated on the outskirts of the central city.
The wonderful Khurgan and Khoton Lakes lie at an altitude of 2,073 metres and are surrounded by snow-capped mountains. This area is remote yet beautiful, being at the base of the main mountain range and only a stone’s throw from the main glacier. Overnight | Camping / tent.Camping on this night will be based around a pre-booked ger, offering us the chance to prepare meals and equipment ready for tomorrow’s hike. The scenery here is amazing, surrounded by snow-capped mountains while listening to the roar of the white river. Upon landing in Mongolia’s capital, we make our way to our centrally located hotel to recharge before our adventure begins. If you’re feeling energetic, you can take our optional walking tour to get your first taste of this fascinating city before returning for our 4 pm hotel briefing.
Journey through Mongolia’s vast open lands dotted by nomadic camps under a massive sky before witnessing the Nadaam Festival. Journey through Mongolia’s vast open lands dotted by nomadic camps under a massive sky. There is a difference in temperature during day and night in the deserts. So you need to bring sunglasses, sun screams, long T-shirts and clothes for staying warm.