Mystical Mongolia
July 18 to 29, 2027
The history and culture of Mongolia is an ancient one. The land bears Stone Age artwork and remnants of structures far older than recorded time. Herodotus, considered the “Father of History,” wrote descriptions of the Scythian race (approx. 600 BC to 300 AD), which lived a nomadic horseback existence, in the Central Asian region near the Black and Caspian seas. Legend has it that during a great meeting of diverse steppe and forest tribes in the Khan Kentii Mountains in 1206, a man from poor nomadic origins was proclaimed Chinggis Khan, ruler of the Great Mongolian Nation. This man and his descendants would dominate half the world for the next few centuries, eventually commingling the arts and culture of other nations with their own, forming the largest contiguous empire in human history. Join our company co-founder on an amazing tour of this historic place!
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Tour the Gandan Monastery and Chiinggis Khan Museum for extraordinary glimpses to the history of Mongolia in Ulaanbaatar
Visit a local Kazakh family in the Bayan Ulgiii province who train golden eagles for hunting to learn more about this awe-inspiring tradition; you’ll also help them tend their animals and share a traditional meal!
Take a remarkable journey into the heart of the Mongolia’s pristine Namarjin Valley where you’ll have the rare opportunity to meet and explore the lush pastures of the Uriankhai people
Hike to the Namarjin Valey home to Mongolia’s largest festival, the Naadam festival, where horse racing is one of the three main events, and visit the Uuld people to join in a mini horse race through the valley
Stay in a ger while exploring the breathtaking landscapes of the Gobi Desert
Visit a nomadic family on Baruun Saikhan Mountain who have been charged with raising the indigenous bankhar dog after you traverse Yol Valley National Park
Learn about felt making and the national beverage of Mongolia, fermented horse milk, while visiting nomadic families
Go on a fossil hunt in Tugregiin Shiree before heading to the legendary Flaming Cliffs
Stop at the Paleontoogy Laboratory of Mongolia for an in-depth dinosaur tour
And much more!
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Airport Meet & Greet
Airport transfers
Accommodation in hotels as listed (or similar)
Local English speaking private guide & vehicle
Tours and visits as listed in itinerary
All meals, local wine/beer, soft drinks and coffee.
Mineral water in the vehicle
Gratuities
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International flights
Charter flights
Travel insurance (required)
Visa fees
Extra room nights pre/post core trip
Any meal or sightseeing tour other than those specified
Cocktail drinks/spirits/specialty coffees
Room service
Costs related to delayed or lost luggage
Any item of personal nature such as phone calls, laundry, spa, etc.
Vaccinations
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Average fitness and mobility is needed as the trip will include standing and walking for extended periods of time, but typically on flat terrain. Note that stairways will sometimes be without handrails and elevators are not always available.
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Deposit due at time of booking. If interested, please contact us for detailed itinerary and pricing.