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Mongolia Encompassed: Naadam Festival
Mongolia Encompassed: Naadam Festival
There’s no better time to experience Mongolia than during the legendary Naadam Festival. For over 2,000 years, these epic games have been at the heart of Mongolian culture, and now it’s your turn to witness the action. Cheer on riders in the world’s longest horse race, watch fierce wrestling matches, and marvel at archers showing off their skills. Then, shift gears and dive into Mongolia’s nomadic way of life-sleep in traditional gers, hike the otherworldly landscapes of the Gobi Desert, and wander through historic monasteries. With rural villages, jaw-dropping scenery, and rich traditions at every turn, this is Mongolia at its most unforgettable.
Highlights
Expereince the historic and legendary Nadaam Festival, Dive into Mongolia’s local life travelling between traditional gers and nomad camps, Visit the middle of the Gobi Desert and admire the beautiful scenery.
Accommodation
Hotels (6 nts), ger camps (8 nts, shared facilities), family stay or tent camping (2 nts, multi-share, no facilities).
Group Leader
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Group Size Notes
Max 14, avg 12
Meals Included
16 breakfasts, 14 lunches, 10 dinners
What’s Included
Your G for Good Moment: Cafe No Limits Visit, Ulaanbaatar
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment – Meet Your CEO and Group. Nadaam Festival Tickets. Wrestling, archery, and horse racing events. No Limits Cafe. Closing Ceremony of Nadaam Festival. Genghis Khan Monument Visit. Gorkhi Terelj National Park Visit. Choir Monastery Visit. Yolyn Am National Park stay and nature Museum visit. Gobi Desert stay. Khongoryn Els Sand Dunes and Flaming Cliffs Visit. Ongiin Khiid Monastery entrance. Mongolian Grasslands nomad camp stay. Karakorum monument entrance. Khustai National Park entrance. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities.
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The capital and largest city in Mongolia, located in the northcentral region. Founded as a monestary in 1649, it has long been an important stop on the trading route between Russia and China. |
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The capital and largest city in Mongolia, located in the northcentral region. Founded as a monestary in 1649, it has long been an important stop on the trading route between Russia and China. |
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The capital and largest city in Mongolia, located in the northcentral region. Founded as a monestary in 1649, it has long been an important stop on the trading route between Russia and China. |
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The capital and largest city in Mongolia, located in the northcentral region. Founded as a monestary in 1649, it has long been an important stop on the trading route between Russia and China. |
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The capital and largest city in Mongolia, located in the northcentral region. Founded as a monestary in 1649, it has long been an important stop on the trading route between Russia and China. |
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The capital and largest city in Mongolia, located in the northcentral region. Founded as a monestary in 1649, it has long been an important stop on the trading route between Russia and China. |
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The capital and largest city in Mongolia, located in the northcentral region. Founded as a monestary in 1649, it has long been an important stop on the trading route between Russia and China. |
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The capital and largest city in Mongolia, located in the northcentral region. Founded as a monestary in 1649, it has long been an important stop on the trading route between Russia and China. |
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07/10/26 - 07/10/28 |
Starting At $4,529 |
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Itinerary Disclaimer
While it is our intention to adhere to the route described below, there is a certain amount of flexibility built into the itinerary and on occasion it may be necessary, or desirable to make alterations. The itinerary is brief, as we never know exactly where our journey will take us. Due to our style of travel and the regions we visit, travel can be unpredictable. The Trip Details document is a general guide to the tour and region and any mention of specific destinations or wildlife is by no means a guarantee that they will be visited or encountered. Aboard expedition trips visits to research stations depend on final permission.
Additionally, any travel times listed are approximations only and subject to vary due to local circumstances.
