We've been under Mongolia's spell for a long time, dating to the days when it appeared in musty atlases as “Outer Mongolia.” So, it’s with great joy that we introduce people to this magnificent land and its festivals.

On this journey centered around the biggest of Mongolia’s festivals – Naadam – we explore the cosmopolitan capital, Ulaanbaatar, venture into the heart of the Gobi Desert, and enjoy the boisterous Naadam celebration in Karakorum, one-time capital of the vast Mongol Empire. Beyond relishing Mongolia’s ethereal landscapes, we have a chance to look for dinosaur bones, ride the two-humped Bactrian camel, visit the Buddhist monasteries of Gandan and Erdene Zuu, and enjoy an excursion to the sublime Yol Valley of the Gurvan Saikhan Mountains (part of the vast Altai Range).

Please note that Mongolia and Siberia can serve as a superb extension to this trip. We'd be more than happy to elaborate if you're interested.

Day 1: arrive in Ulaanbaatar • Day 2: Ulaanbaatar sightseeing, drive to Khustain Nuruu National Park • Day 3: drive to Karakorum • Day 4: visit Erdene Zuu Monastery, drive to Khogno Khan • Day 5: drive back to Ulaanbaatar • Day 6: fly to south Gobi, explore Yol Valley, visit Bayanzag (Flaming Cliffs) • Day 7: Naadam festival • Day 8: drive to Khongoriin Els (singing sand dunes) • Day 9: visit nomad family, camel riding in the dunes • Day 10: fly to Ulaanbaatar • Day 11: depart Ulaanbaatar.

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