YPT Tours To Mongolia
Mongolia is renowned for its nomadic lifestyle, where a significant portion of the population continues to lead a traditional way of life, just one reason why Mongolia tours are so sought after.
For any traveller, it is a blend of adventure, cultural exploration, and natural beauty, untouched by time and full of nomadic heritage. Whilst travelling to Mongolia is known as challenging due to the vast country with an expansive and remote landscape, we take the stress out of it. Mongolia is a place we have been operating in this region for decades and have you covered.
Group Tours to Mongolia
YPT currently offers an 8-day tour to Mongolia during the Naadam Festival, a traditional event showcasing the “Three Manly Games” of wrestling, horse racing, and archery. This tour is designed as an opportunity to witness Mongolia’s national festival’s vibrant ceremonies, traditional costumes, and competitive spirit.
Independent Tours to Mongolia
If these dates don’t work for you or you prefer a more private setting, we can create a more personalized and tailored experience.
Independent tours to Mongolia can be as short or as long as you want, from a day in the capital to a 10-day full exploration. We can tailor whatever you wish to maximize your time by creating a customized itinerary according to your preferences, interests, and pace.
Example of a Mongolia Itinerary (5 days)
Day 1 – Ulaanbaatar
Morning:
- Arrive in Ulaanbaatar at your convenience
Afternoon:
- Meet your Tour Guide in the evening
- Enjoy a local Mongolian dinner or opt for international cuisine
- Overnight in Ulaanbaatar
Day 2: Ulaanbaatar
Morning:
- Start your day with a visit to the Gandantegchinlen Monastery, one of the largest and most important monasteries in Mongolia.
- Head to the National Museum of Mongolia to learn about the country’s history, culture, and traditions.
- Have lunch at a local restaurant, trying traditional Mongolian dishes.
Afternoon:
- Visit Sukhbaatar Square, the central square of Ulaanbaatar, where you can see the statue of Genghis Khan.
- Explore the Zaisan Memorial, offering panoramic views of the city.
- Have dinner in the city, exploring the local cuisine.
Day 3 – Terelj National Park
Morning:
- Depart for Terelj National Park, located about 80 kilometers from Ulaanbaatar.
- Visit the Turtle Rock and Ariyabal Meditation Temple.
- Enjoy a traditional Mongolian barbecue lunch at a ger camp.
Afternoon:
- Explore the beautiful landscapes, go horseback riding, or hike in the area.
- Experience a traditional Mongolian throat singing performance in the evening.
- Spend the night in a ger (traditional Mongolian yurt) at the ger camp.
Day 4 – Hustai National Park
Morning:
- Travel to Hustai National Park, renowned for its successful reintroduction of Przewalski’s horses.
- Take a guided tour to spot these wild horses in their natural habitat.
- Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park.
Afternoon:
- Visit the local visitor centre to learn more about the conservation efforts.
- Return to Ulaanbaatar in the evening.
- Optional: Visit a local market or shopping area to buy souvenirs.
- Enjoy a final Mongolian dinner back in Ulaanbaatar – if you have not tried it yet, we recommend trying a traditional meal of Khuushuur, a deep-fried meat pie which we will rinse down with fermented mare’s milk
Day 5: Ulaanbaatar
Morning:
- Enjoy breakfast at the hotel
- Depart from Ulaanbaatar Airport
Keep in mind that this is just a sample itinerary, and you can adjust it based on your interests, travel pace, and the specific time of year you visit Mongolia.
Bespoke Tours to Mongolia
Horseback Riding tours to Mongolia
Try nomadic lifestyle and take a horseback riding adventure in Mongolian. Not only can you learn about their traditional way of life but enjoy the breathtaking landscapes.
Explore the Gobi Desert:
Take a trip across the Gobi Desert in 4×4’s going across the sand dunes and rocky formations. Some of the country’s best unique flora and fauna can be found here as well as dinosaur fossils.
Cooking Classes in Mongolia
Learn to cook local Mongolian dishes and reap the reward of your efforts in a traditional Ger Home (yurt).
Discover Lake Khuvsgul:
Explore one of the largest freshwater lakes in Mongolia, here you can try kayaking, hiking, or simply relaxing by the lake.
Watch Eagle Hunting in Mongolia
Witness the traditional practice of eagle hunting and the symbiotic relationship between humans and the majestic golden eagle. Learn more HERE.
Tours to Inner-Mongolia
As well as tours to Mongolia YPT can also offer tours to the Chinese province of Inner-Mongolia. This can include whole Mongolia tours, as well as to specific places, such the grave of Genghis Khan, as well as some of the infamous ghost towns of the province.
Kangbashi and Ordos Tours
Young Pioneer Tours were the first company to not only run tours to Ordos, but also actually film in the famous ghost city of Kangbashi. While we are not yet running group tours to Kangbashi, we can arrange independent travel here.
Filming in Mongolia
Through our media arm Pioneer Media we can make arrangements for productions, journalists, or others to film within Mongolia.
Frequently ask Questions about travel to Mongolia
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