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Mongolia

Essence of Mongolia

Start & end in Ulaanbaatar 3 days Up to 6

About this trip

Three days in Central Mongolia, covering sacred mountains, sand dunes and a national park known for wild horses, all in a condensed but well-rounded introduction to the region.

You stay in guest gers with nomadic families rather than hotels, which shapes the whole trip — you're based in their world, not just passing through it.

Expect a mix of short hikes, horse riding and vehicle transfers between sites, along with hands-on time learning cooking, milking, herding and ankle-bone games from your hosts.

What you'll do

  • Visit the sacred Khogno Khaan mountain
  • Explore the dunes at Elsen Tasarkhai
  • Look for wild Takhi (Przewalski's) horses in Hustai National Park
  • Stay in guest gers with local nomadic families
  • Join in with cooking, milking, herding and ankle-bone games
  • Get around on foot, by horse and by vehicle
Good to know
  • A short trip that packs in several distinct landscapes, so pace is brisk despite the homestay style
  • Suited to those wanting genuine contact with nomadic families rather than a hotel-based itinerary
  • Listed as suitable for families as well as groups
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Getting there

Ulaanbaatar
One-way · arrive 20 Jul 26

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Where to stay

A night before your tour in Ulaanbaatar · 20 Jul21 Jul

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