Contrary to popular perceptions, Mongolian tours are not just about living with nomads in a yurt in the middle of the Gobi desert. That is a valid option, but only one facet of a very big and diverse region and landscape. There are snow-capped mountains, spectacularly beautiful lakes, national parks, monasteries, camel festivals, dinosaur digs, historic cities and so much more.
Tourists usually land up in the capital city of Ulaanbaatar, which is the main gateway into the country. This is why most trip itineraries start and end here in the capital. A tour of Ulaanbaatar, the Terelj and Bogd Khan national parks and the nearby city of Erdenet is recommended for those who are here on a quick trip.
An extended 7 to 10 day exploration of Central Mongolia is more suitable for those with sufficient time and resources. The Arkhangai province is filled with enough historic destinations to keep visitors busy for at least a week. Karakorum, the capital of Genghis Khan's empire, is the star among these sites. Another great city is Ordu-Baliq, capital of the Uighur Empire. Also worth a look-see is the Erdene Zuu Monastery, which harks back to Buddhism's first known presence in Mongolia.
Outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers can take a week-long holiday to explore and hike the Khukh Nuur. Huvsgul Lake National Park is a great place for family vacations in the outdoors. The Altai Mountains are just as good a place for nature lovers.
One popular tour is a week-long nomadic lifestyle tour. Guests will get up close and personal with yaks and sleep among the nomads in the traditional tents called gers or yurts. The Gobi desert adventures include a camel trek across the sands. It's a lot more fun when the trip coincides with the annual Camel Festival.
Mongolia is ground zero for dinosaur fossils. Dino-themed Mongolian Tours are in heavy demand, wherein visitors go to sites like Bayanzag to see the Flaming Cliffs, home to the world's most interesting dinosaur bone finds. Many of these tours even arrange for amateur paleontologists to be able to do some digging on their own to see if any bones can be found.
Tourists usually land up in the capital city of Ulaanbaatar, which is the main gateway into the country. This is why most trip itineraries start and end here in the capital. A tour of Ulaanbaatar, the Terelj and Bogd Khan national parks and the nearby city of Erdenet is recommended for those who are here on a quick trip.
An extended 7 to 10 day exploration of Central Mongolia is more suitable for those with sufficient time and resources. The Arkhangai province is filled with enough historic destinations to keep visitors busy for at least a week. Karakorum, the capital of Genghis Khan's empire, is the star among these sites. Another great city is Ordu-Baliq, capital of the Uighur Empire. Also worth a look-see is the Erdene Zuu Monastery, which harks back to Buddhism's first known presence in Mongolia.
Outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers can take a week-long holiday to explore and hike the Khukh Nuur. Huvsgul Lake National Park is a great place for family vacations in the outdoors. The Altai Mountains are just as good a place for nature lovers.
One popular tour is a week-long nomadic lifestyle tour. Guests will get up close and personal with yaks and sleep among the nomads in the traditional tents called gers or yurts. The Gobi desert adventures include a camel trek across the sands. It's a lot more fun when the trip coincides with the annual Camel Festival.
Mongolia is ground zero for dinosaur fossils. Dino-themed Mongolian Tours are in heavy demand, wherein visitors go to sites like Bayanzag to see the Flaming Cliffs, home to the world's most interesting dinosaur bone finds. Many of these tours even arrange for amateur paleontologists to be able to do some digging on their own to see if any bones can be found.
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