Gobi Desert combined with Naadam festival tour /9 days/ - July
SHORT DESCRIPTION
Experience the cultural richness of Mongolia with the Naadam festival, a traditional event featuring the three games of men: Mongolian wrestling, horse racing, and archery. Similar to the Ancient Greek Olympics, Naadam is a celebration held nationwide during midsummer. This tour, the Mongolian Gobi Express, is crafted for those with limited time, offering a blend of Gobi's highlights and visits to cultural heritage sites like Karakorum and Erdene Zuu Monastery. Explore the mysterious rock formations of Baga Gazriin Chuluu, the icy beauty of Vulture Valley, embark on a camel riding adventure in Khongor Sand Dunes, discover the Flaming Cliffs' dinosaur cemetery, and conclude with a visit to the ancient Mongolian capital, Karakorum, and the historic Erdene Zuu Monastery before returning to Ulaanbaatar.
- Category: Event and Festival tours
- Available: 4th to 13th of July
- Duration: 9 days, 9 nights
- Destination: Southern and Central Mongolia
ESSENTIALS
GUIDE
A Chinese, English, or Russian-speaking Mongolian guide will accompany the group throughout the trip. The guide, a native Mongolian with extensive local knowledge, will cater to any requests, ensuring your holiday becomes an unforgettable experience.
TRANSPORT
For this trip, you have two options. The first is a high-level, latest model, air-conditioned private 4WD vehicle for maximum comfort during your touring days. The second option is a Russian 4x4 Van, operated by a driver with 20 years of experience.
MEALS
In Mongolia, dining will take place at fine American, European, and Asian cuisine restaurants. The Mongolian diet primarily consists of mutton, beef, rice, and noodles, forming the basis of your meals. Trail rations may include vegetables, eggs, peanut butter, cheese, and occasionally yak! Some days will feature lunchboxes prepared by our cook.
TOUR PACKAGE PRICE
Group size | Package price/Pax |
3 to 10 pax | 2200USD |
No | Include service | Exclude service | Include service of Meals |
1 | Vehicle with a driver. | Items of personal nature | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner |
2 | English speaking guide | Beverages, alcoholic drinks, bar bills, laundry | Per day 3 bottle water for per person /1,5 liter/ |
3 | Accommodation/Ger camps and Hotel/ | Travel and insurance | One time Mongolian traditional food /lamb with vegetables/ |
4 | Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner | International transportation | |
5 | All cooking and camping gears. | Taxi | |
6 | Airport shuttle | Optional activities | |
7 | National park and Other permits | Single supplement /For hotel or Ger camp/ | |
8 | Naadam Festivals tickets | Gratuity for the tour team |
TOUR ITINERARY
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