Naadam Festival and Gobi Desert Tour: A Blend of Traditional Mongolian Games and Scenic Wilderness
Experience the vibrant Naadam Festival and explore the breathtaking beauty of the Gobi Desert on this 6-day tour. Immerse yourself in traditional Mongolian games and discover the ancient history of the region. All-inclusive luxury and friendly service guaranteed.
Duration: 6 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

July 10: Arrival in Ulaanbaatar, pick up Chinggis Khaan Airport transfer to 5* hotel and Short city tour

Novotel Ulaanbaatar - Stay at hotel Novotel 5* located center of the city..

Genghis Khan Square - Walk to Genghis Khan square and Government house for 10 minutes.

July 11: Naadam festival: watch the Opening ceremony at the central Stadium

July 12:Drive to Khui Doloo horse racing area

July 13:Drive to Khustai National Park 100km from UB and Elsen tasarkhai Mini Gobi

Khustain Nuruu National Park - Khustain Nuruu National Park is one of three locations chosen for the re-introduction of the endemic Przewalski horse (Equus przewalskii)– the only wild horse to survive in modern times and known as Takhi in Mongolian. Roughly 17% of Mongolia’s landmass has some form of national environmental protection. A further 10% has local protected area status. Khustain National Park is one of the success stories of environmental protection in Mongolia with a population of 300 Takhi – although it does face frequent challenges.

Dur: 1 hours driving, 100km from Ulaanbaatar

We can hiking mountain, visit museum and search animals around area by walk. Have lunch at Khustai restaurant. After that driving to Sand Dunes for 2 hours.

Elsen Tasarkhai (Sand Dune Mini Gobi) - Semi Gobi Sand dunes /280km/, a semi-desert type beautiful landscape with big sand dunes. Lunch will be served at a suitable spot on the way. We can to go hiking around the area or ride a camel for a couple of hours to the small sand dunes. Later visit Mongolian Nomadic Family have dinner and stay in ger overnight.

July 14: After breakfast with nomads drive to Kharkhorin

Kharakhorum Museum - After breakfast with nomads drive to Kharkhorin ancient capital of Great Mongolian Empire in thirteenth century. It is located on the right bank of Orkhon river, 400 km south-west of Ulaanbaatar. Explore Erdenezuu monastery is a focal point in the history and culture of the Mongolian people and riding horse until midday. After lunch at Kharkhorin drive to Ulaanbaatar.

July 15: Departure day

Buyant Ukhaa International Airport - After breakfast Drop off to Chinggis Khaan International Airport

What's Included
  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Breakfast
  • All fees and/or taxes
What's Not Included
  • Personal expenses
Additional Information

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.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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