Naadam Festival & Along the Exotic Route of Mongolia
Naadam Festival & Along the Exotic Route of Mongolia
15 Days Starting and ending in Ulaanbaatar
Visiting: Ulaanbaatar, Khustai National Park, Ugii Lake, Tsenher Hot Spa, Kharkhorin, Gobi Desert, Bayanzag Flaming Cliffs, Hongorïn Els, Yolin Am Ice Field, Tsagaan Suvarga (White Stupa), Baga Gazariin Chuluu
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Tour code:
TRYL-8341
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
2 - 8
Age range:
35-79
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Tour Overview
Embark on an unforgettable journey through Mongolia with the Naadam Festival & Along The Exotic Route Of Mongolia tour. Begin in Ulaanbaatar, the cultural heart of Mongolia, where you'll experience the vibrant Naadam Festival, featuring traditional archery, wrestling, and horse racing. Explore the ancient capital of Karakorum, meet nomadic herders, and relax in natural hot spas. Venture into the stunning landscapes of the Gobi Desert, marvel at the Flaming Cliffs, and ride camels across the vast Khongoryn Els dunes. This tour offers a unique blend of cultural immersion, natural beauty, and adventure, providing an authentic Mongolian experience.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Ulaanbaatar
Location: Ulaanbaatar
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-star Hotel
Meals Included: Dinner
On your arrival at Chinggis Khaan International Airport, you will be transferred to the hotel in Ulaanbaatar. Free time at leisure for the rest of the day. You may need some time to relax and recover from the long-distance flight or possibly from jet lag.In the afternoon, after a tour briefing, our tour guide will take you out for a Welcome Dinner. Dinner is included.
Day 2 : Ulaanbaatar (B,L,D)
Location: Ulaanbaatar
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-star Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast taking the city tour including Gandan monastery, National history museum and enjoy Naadam festival`s eve by watching the National Costume festival in the Sukhbaatar Square. Have dinner at a fine restaurant. Overnight at hotel.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner are included.
Day 3 : Ulaanbaatar / National Naadam Festival (B,L,D)
Location: Ulaanbaatar
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-star Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Naadam Festival officially starts today and everyone should brace themselves for a festive and busy day. Transfer to the National Stadium and get seated with locals and thousands of tourists from all over the world who had come to watch the festival under one roof. Naadam Ceremony opens with the Mongolian President`s speech and a performance by country’s leading dancers, athletes, horse riders and musicians would take place. Escape the stadium for lunch and come back to the see the strong wrestlers and sharp archers. Walk around the stadium to see the ankle-bone shooting game and enjoy the local atmosphere with local Mongolians. Watch a special Mongolian folklore concert and have a festive Gala dinner in the evening. Back to the hotel and spend the overnight.
Breakfast, Lunch & Gala dinner are included.
Day 4 : Ulaanbaatar / National Naadam Festival -Khustai Np 110 Km (B,L,D)
Location: Khustai National Park
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Ger Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive for an hour outside of Ulaanbaatar City for the national horse race. Walk to the horses` finishing line and get seated with boxed lunches. The horse jockeys for the event are all children between 5 to12 year old and many of them have been in the saddle since ages of 1 to 3. Watch and feel the emotion in the children and their horses when they complete the 20kilometer distance while competing with from over 300 other horse and their jockeys. Drive further to the Khustai National Park, which is famous for preservation of its Przewalski or wild horses that had been reintroduced back into the wild. The National Park is famous not only for its wild horses but other mammals, floras and faunas. Get introduced to the National Park and proceed deep inside the park to search for the prized wild horses Spend the night at a nearby ger camp.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner are included.
Day 5 : Central Mongolia/ Ugii Lake 230 Km (B,L,D)
Location: Ugii Lake
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Ger Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Start driving to Lake Ugii with free stops on the way for d photographing the charming landscape and wildlife. Arrive at Lake Ugii camping site. In the evening, hiking around the lake and enjoy watching the birds. Dinner and overnight in the camp.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner are included.
Day 6 : Central Mongolia / Tsenher Hot Spa 110 Km (B,L,D)
Location: Tsenher Hot Spa
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Ger Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
This day journey would take you to the Tsenher Hot Spa where you will enjoy the natural hot spa, you can also have a short hike in the surrounding forest during the day. Having the spa after dinner in the evening is another experience. Body massage and beauty services are available on the request.
Overnight in ger camp.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner are included.
Day 7 : Central Mongolia / Kharakorum 115 Km (B,L,D)
Location: Kharkhorin
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Ger Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The day is to explore Mongolia’s Ancient Capital City Karakorum located in the Orkhon Valley. Chinggis Khaan`s choice of Karakorum city as the capital of the empire in Central Mongolia was no coincidence. The surrounding Orkhon Valley was the center of action for various nomadic dynasties that preceded the Mongol Empire and holds enormous symbolic importance. Here you will explore the Erdenezuu monastery, museum of Karakorum, Phallic Rock and Turtle Rock. Stay overnight in ger camp.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner are included.
Day 8 : Middle Gobi / Ongyn Khiid 270 Km (B,L,D)
Location: Gobi Desert
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Ger Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Wake up early to proceed to Ongyn Khiid through driving from central to the south to Gobi. Located at the banks of Ongi River you would have a chance to view the ruins of two famed monasteries, the Barlim Khiid to the north and the Khutagt Khiid to the south through an afternoon hike. Combined together they form the complex known as Ongyn Khiid. Stay overnight in ger camp.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner are included.
Day 9 : South Gobi/ Bayanzag Flaming Cliffs 185 Km (B,L,D)
Location: Bayanzag Flaming Cliffs
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Ger Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
In the morning, begin your journey to Bayanzag Flaming Cliffs for the magnificent landscapes and the place where the first ever fossilized dinosaur eggs were found. The sight is totally flat on top as rain and wind had eroded the layers that formed the brightly colored cliffs from the edge. Get introduced to the history of how Roy Chapman Andrews had made the ultimate exploration of dinosaur fossilized eggs and bones over a century ago. Stay overnight in ger camp.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner are included.
Day 10 : South Gobi / Khongoryn Els 180 Km (B,L,D)
Location: Hongorïn Els
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Ger Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After having breakfast, head off to Khongoryn Els for 180 km. Upon arrival check in at ger camp. After lunch visit a camel breeding family and get introduced to the way of Mongolian nomads and their way of life. Explore Mongolia`s largest Sand Dune Khongoryn Els which is also popularly known as the ‘Singing Dunes’. Enjoy the beauty of the stark landscape and for those who are feeling more adventurous, climb to the very top for a fantastic view. Drive back to the ger camp and stay overnight.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner are included.
Day 11 : South Gobi / Yoliin Am 200 Km (B,L,D)
Location: Yolin Am Ice Field
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Ger Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Have an early start on heading to the Yol valley. The shimmering heat and isolated gers and herds of camels plus the images of lakes that is none other than a mirage are a typical sight you will see. Spend the day hiking and enjoying stunning photographic opportunities at the Yol Valley, part of the Three Beauties Mountain range of the Gobi National Park. Prepare for the evening`s sunset, a magnificent moment to take away as a perfect memory of South Gobi. Stay overnight at ger camp.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner are included.
Day 12 : Middle Gobi / Tsagaan Suvraga 220 Km (B,L,D)
Location: Tsagaan Suvarga (White Stupa)
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Ger Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
The direction for today is to the north. One of the travels highlighted of Middle Gobi is Tsagaan Suvraga where you will see a white Lime Stone cliff having 10 million years of history and its beauty. Have your own time and explore the area. Stay overnight in ger camp.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner are included.
Day 13 : Middle Gobi / Baga Gazriin Chuluu 230 Km (B,L,D)
Location: Baga Gazariin Chuluu
Accommodation: Camp
Accommodation Name: Ger Camp
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast drive to Middle Gobi for Baga Gazriin Chuluu, a unique rock formation and a lovely rock-strewn range full of canyons, caves and a solitary lake. Far away from light pollution, your chance to gaze at the millions of stars would still a chance to see. Overnight in ger camp.
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner are included.
Day 14 : Ulaanbaatar 245 Km (B)
Location: Ulaanbaatar
Accommodation: Hotel
Accommodation Name: 4-star Hotel
Meals Included: Breakfast
Drive back to Ulaanbaatar. After arriving at the city check into the hotel. Have a leisurely afternoon. Stay overnight in the hotel.
Breakfast is included.
Day 15 : Departure (B)
Location: Ulaanbaatar
Meals Included: Breakfast
After breakfast check out from hotel and transfer to the Railway station or Airport for your international departure.
Breakfast included.
What's Included
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Meals
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meals are provided as stated in the itinerary -
Sightseeing
All entrance fees to national parks and museums
Comprehensive sightseeing as per itinerary
Naadam Festival Opening and Closing Ceremony tickets -
Accommodation
4-star hotel in heart of Ulaanbaatar city
Ger camps in countryside -
Bars & Lounges
Folklore
concert on Naadam evening
Gala
dinner on Naadam evening -
Transportation
Transfers upon arrival and departure
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the countryside by a chauffeur-driven 4WD jeep or minivan -
First-Class Service
24/7 local assistance and travel guidance
Airport Meet – and – Greet welcome service with local tour guide
Guaranteed departures with Just Two Guests
Small Group with maximum of 8 guests
A unique “local-host” experience offered by Tweet World Travel -
Tour Guide & Tour Leader
Invitation letter and hotel confirmation will be
provided for applying e-visa
What's Not Included
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Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers to ensure that they are covered for any unforeseen circumstances.
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Personal Expenses
Any personal expenses such as laundry, phone calls, and beverages are not included.
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Optional Tours and Activities
Any optional tours or activities that are not mentioned in the itinerary are not included in the tour price.
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Visa Fees
Any applicable visa fees are not included and are the responsibility of the traveler.
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International Flights
International flights to and from the start and end points of the tour are not included.
Mode of Transport
Enjoy transfers upon arrival and departure, and travel in the countryside by a chauffeur-driven 4WD jeep or minivan.
Accommodation
Stay in a 4-star hotel in the heart of Ulaanbaatar city and experience traditional Ger camps in the picturesque Mongolian countryside.
Check out our Q&As
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What kind of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour provides accommodation in a 4-star hotel in the heart of Ulaanbaatar city and ger camps in the countryside.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Yes, all meals are provided as stated in the itinerary.
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What kind of transportation is used during the tour?
Transfers upon arrival and departure are included. In the countryside, transportation is provided by a chauffeur-driven 4WD jeep or minivan.
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Is there any local assistance available during the tour?
Yes, 24/7 local assistance and travel guidance are provided.
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What is the group size for this tour?
The tour operates with a small group, with a maximum of 8 guests.
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Are there any special events included in the tour?
Yes, the tour includes tickets to the Naadam Festival Opening and Closing Ceremony, a folklore concert on Naadam evening, and a Gala dinner on Naadam evening.
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Is travel insurance included in the tour package?
No, travel insurance is not included and is recommended for all travelers.
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Are international flights included in the tour package?
No, international flights to and from the start and end points of the tour are not included.
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Will I need a visa for this tour?
Yes, any applicable visa fees are not included and are the responsibility of the traveler. However, an invitation letter and hotel confirmation will be provided for applying for an e-visa.
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What activities are included in the Naadam Festival experience?
During the Naadam Festival, you will watch the opening ceremony, see performances by dancers, athletes, horse riders, and musicians, and enjoy events like wrestling, archery, and horse racing. You will also attend a special Mongolian folklore concert and a festive Gala dinner.
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What can I expect during the visit to the Gobi Desert?
In the Gobi Desert, you will visit the largest Sand Dune at Khongoryn Els, enjoy breathtaking scenery at Yoliin Am, and see the famous Flaming Cliffs at Bayanzag. You will also have the opportunity to try camel back riding on two-humped camels.
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What kind of wildlife can I expect to see in Khustai National Park?
In Khustai National Park, you can expect to see Przewalski or wild horses, as well as other mammals, flora, and fauna.
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What is the significance of Karakorum in Mongolian history?
Karakorum was the ancient capital city chosen by Chinggis Khaan and is located in the Orkhon Valley, which was the center of action for various nomadic dynasties that preceded the Mongol Empire. It holds enormous symbolic importance.
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How long has the tour company been trading?
Founded in 2012, the Tweet World Travel Group is an Australian-owned corporation and one of the country's leading wholesalers for Worldwide River Cruises, Tour Operators, and Travel Technology Providers. With headquarters in Adelaide, South Australia, the company has a wide reach, with local operational offices throughout Asia.
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Are there any health requirements or vaccinations needed for the tour?
Ensuring your health and well-being during your tour is of utmost importance to us. Many destinations may have specific health requirements or recommended vaccinations to help protect both you and the local population from potential health risks. To determine the health requirements or vaccinations needed for your chosen tour destination, we strongly advise consulting with a medical professional or a travel health clinic. They have access to the latest information about health risks in different regions and can provide personalized recommendations based on your medical history and the specific areas you plan to visit. Additionally, some countries may require proof of certain vaccinations, such as yellow fever, before granting entry. It's essential to research and adhere to these requirements to ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. If you have any concerns or questions about health requirements for your upcoming tour, feel free to reach out to our team. While we can offer general guidance, we always recommend consulting with a medical professional for personalized health advice tailored to your needs and travel plans. Your health and safety are paramount, and we want to ensure that you're well-prepared and informed before embarking on your journey.
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