July 10: Arrival in Ulaanbaatar, transfer from Chinggis Khaan Airport to a 5-star hotel and brief city tour

Novotel Ulaanbaatar - Enjoy a stay at the 5-star Novotel, centrally located in the city.

Genghis Khan Square - Take a 10-minute walk to Genghis Khan Square and the Government House.

July 11: Naadam Festival: Attend the Opening Ceremony at the Central Stadium

July 12: Travel to Khui Doloo Horse Racing Area

July 13: Journey to Khustai National Park, 100km from UB, and Elsen Tasarkhai Mini Gobi

Khustain Nuruu National Park - This park is one of three sites selected for the reintroduction of the native Przewalski horse (Equus przewalskii), the only wild horse surviving today, known as Takhi in Mongolian. Approximately 17% of Mongolia’s land is under national environmental protection, with an additional 10% having local protected status. Khustain National Park is a successful example of environmental conservation in Mongolia, with a population of 300 Takhi, though it faces ongoing challenges.

Duration: 1 hour drive, 100km from Ulaanbaatar

Activities include hiking in the mountains, visiting the museum, and wildlife observation. Lunch will be at Khustai restaurant, followed by a 2-hour drive to the Sand Dunes.

Elsen Tasarkhai (Sand Dune Mini Gobi) - The Semi Gobi Sand Dunes, located 280km away, offer a stunning semi-desert landscape with large sand dunes. Lunch will be provided at a convenient location en route. Visitors can hike in the area or enjoy a camel ride for a couple of hours to the small sand dunes. Later, visit a Mongolian nomadic family for dinner and an overnight stay in a ger.

July 14: After breakfast with nomads, travel to Kharkhorin

Kharakhorum Museum - Following breakfast with the nomads, travel to Kharkhorin, the ancient capital of the Great Mongolian Empire in the 13th century, situated on the right bank of the Orkhon River, 400 km southwest of Ulaanbaatar. Explore the Erdenezuu Monastery, a significant site in Mongolian history and culture, and enjoy horseback riding until midday. After lunch in Kharkhorin, return to Ulaanbaatar.

July 15: Departure Day

Buyant Ukhaa International Airport - After breakfast, transfer to Chinggis Khaan International Airport for departure.

• Lunch
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• All fees and/or taxes

• Personal expenses

Indeed, Naadam is a conventional celebration in Mongolia known locally as ‘eriin gurvan naadam,’ which translates to ‘The three games of men.’ These games incorporate Mongolian wrestling, horse racing, and archery and are celebrated nationwide during the peak summer holidays. Women have begun to partake in archery, and girls in horse racing, however, they are yet to participate in Mongolian wrestling. In 2010, UNESCO included Naadam on its Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The highlight of the Naadam festival is the opening ceremony, wherein tickets are fairly limited.

Embark on a journey to Mini Gobi and Mongolia’s ancient capital.

We guarantee a hospitable, lavish, and cozy tour.

Overall Distance Covered: 700km

Overall Tour Duration: 6 days

All stays, meals, and services are all inclusive.

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