Private Tours / Longer Journeys
In-depth Mongolia tours exploring diverse landscapes and nomadic culture.
Choose from a range of activity-packed adventures, relaxing getaways, and cultural escapes. Our longer journeys generally last for around 9 to 22 days and cover a range of activities as diverse as Mongolia.
Led by our expert local Mongolian guides, all trips include vehicle transportation, where applicable, plus all activities and entrance fees. As with all our Mongolia trips, timings and content are flexible so any amendments or additions can usually be catered for. Most trips are available May/June to September inclusive, and are ideally suited to groups of 1 to 8 people.
BLUE SKY, WHITE LAND – WINTER FESTIVALS
A winter wonderland tour through the varied frosted landscapes of Mongolia – from the Ice Festival on the frozen surface of lake Khovsgol in the North, to the Camel Festival in the South Gobi celebrating the Best of Bactrian – racing, polo and grooming contests against the stunning backdrop of snow-dusted desert scenery under shimmering blue skies. Chilly, maybe, but who cares when adventures are this good.
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ORKHON VALLEY RIDE
A cultural overland adventure combines with an 8-day ride in the Khangai hills and Orkhon Valley in Central Mongolia. Head west from UB, seeing the Przewalski horses at Khustai National Park, the dunes at Elsen Tasarkhai, and hiking around Khogno Khaan Mountain. Relax at Tsenkher Hot Springs before saddling up for a horse trek – wild camping combines with homestays and visits to the hilltop Tovkhon Khiid and the Orkhon Waterfall before returning to UB via Kharkhorin and Erdene Zuu Monastery.
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HOOVES OF HOVSGOL
Explore the unspoilt, remote east side of Lake Hovsgol with a 9-day horse trek through varied scenery – shoreline, inland through open valleys, climbing forested hills. Visit local nomadic families along the way, soak in the thermal springs at Bulnai, and spend evenings camping underneath the vast Mongolian skies. The expedition is topped and tailed with a stay in a small eco-camp on the shores of this crystal clear ‘blue pearl’ of Mongolia. This epic wilderness riding adventure culminates at an idyllic camp on the banks of the Delger River where you can relax, kayak, hike and do some fishing.
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EXPLORING KHENTII – THE LAND OF CHINGGIS KHAAN
Journey to where the legend began. This 18 day adventure combines rich history with excellent hiking and riding opportunities. Pass through the open steppe towards the homeland of Chinggis Khaan himself. The landscape is studded with sacred deerstones, burial sites and ovoos as well as the network of rivers that will lead you to the great Khaan’s childhood home. The main event of this adventure is a 5-day horse trek through the Khentii Mountains. You’ll pass through a strictly protected mountain range which includes the most sacred of mountains, Burkhan Khaldun. Return to Ulaanbaatar via Gun Guluut Nature Reserve, home to a diverse eco-system complex, plus the 13th Century Camp.
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FAMILY ADVENTURE
An unforgettable family adventure through Mongolia’s wild landscapes. This trip mixes diverse wilderness landscapes of eastern hills and steppe, desert plains, rock formations and dunes of the Gobi, and rolling green pastureland of the nomad-filled valleys of the heartland. Highlights include nomadic homestays, dinosaur digs, monasteries, with a range of interactive activities showcasing traditional culture – ger building, riding, archery and cookery lessons.
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REINDEER TRAILS
A remote adventure to the Siberian taiga near the border with Russia, home to the last few remaining families of teepee-dwelling reindeer herders – the Tsaatan. Ride on horseback to visit their camps and explore the pristine nature of their wild surroundings. This wilderness expedition culminates with a 3 day stay on the shores of Lake Khovsgol at a secluded eco-camp on the East side of the lake.
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WILD WEST
An exhilarating trekking and riding expedition in Western Mongolia. Fly to Bayan Ulgii province where you will experience Kazakh culture – wild camping and homestays alongside eagle hunters; trekking on foot and on horseback through Tavanbogd National Park – including a non-technical climb/hike of Mt. Malchin, Potanii Glacier, Shiveet Khairkhan petroglyphs and Lake Khoton.
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EAGLES OF THE ALTAI
A unique opportunity to stay alongside eagle hunters in Western Mongolia in the Turgen valley near Sagsai – ride with them, learn how they train their birds, and experience the way of life of these Kazakh nomads. You will also have an opportunity to meet a local shaman.
EASTERN EXPLORER
Explore the trails of Terelj and Khan-Khentii on foot – this wilderness trek combines stunning countryside with ease of accessibility from Ulaanbaatar. After crossing the Terelj River, head up the wide Tuul Valley, dotted with nomadic families, dog-leg to the hilltop Gunjin Temple, and then on towards Altan Ulgii Mountain, before reaching the sacred Black Lake. Return on the east side of the Tuul River and visit the remarkable Chinggis Statue at Erdene and relax at Gun Galuut Nature Reserve before heading back to UB.
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NOMADIC ELEMENTS
An overland journey through the expansive Gobi Desert, and the green pastures of Arkhangai. This voyage of discovery explores the nomadic traditions that form the backbone of Mongolian culture. Learn how to put up a ger, have a countryside cooking lesson, enjoy a homestay, visit a tree-planting project and explore some fantastic, varied landscapes and historical sites. Classic highlights combine with special touches and insights into nomadic life. A true cultural odyssey.
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LIVES OF THE LOCALS
Experience the lives of Mongolians first hand on this in-depth journey exploring Mongolian culture and traditions. Stay with nomadic families and get involved in the daily lives of your hosts – cooking traditional food, tending to animals, riding, putting up a ger. The overland route goes through the Gobi and through the verdant valleys of central Mongolia with highlights including paleontological sites, ancient rock art, sand dunes, mountains, rivers, monasteries and hilltop temples.
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THE GRAND TOUR
A Mongolia tour of epic proportions – extensive, well-paced and varied. From the desert plains of the Gobi to the shores of Lake Khovsgol, and everything in between. Highlights include Erdene Zuu Monastery at Kharkhorin, the remote 8 Lakes, nomadic family visits, optional horse/camel riding, and the spectacular Flaming Cliffs. A fascinating adventure through Mongolia’s diverse landscapes, with authentic local experiences.
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ESSENCE OF MONGOLIA
A condensed travel experience distilling the essence of Mongolia – able to fit conveniently into a weekend-to-weekend slot if so desired. This is a carefully planned itinerary designed to cut down on travel distances without compromising on content -giving you maximum experience, with minimum effort. Venture to the lesser-visited areas of Terelj National Park, before flying down to the Gobi for an overland loop of desert highlights.
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DESERT WANDERER
An in-depth exploration of the Gobi Desert, from the rock formations at Baga Gazriin Chuluu in the north-east to the dinosaur canyons of Khermen Tsav in the south-west, with the highlights of the south Gobi – Bayanzag, Yoln Am, Khongoryn Els -sandwiched in between. Homestays, wild camping, walking, camel trekking, visits to a tree-planting project, organic farms, wildlife research centres; all add depth of experience and local flavour to this epic adventure.
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A JOURNEY OF CONTRASTS
An incredible way to experience the diversity that Mongolia has to offer. Fly down to the Gobi Desert to explore the pre-historic petroglyphs and Bayanzag – where the first ever dinosaur egg fossils were found. Climb the huge ‘singing dunes’ of Khongoryn Els and ride a Bactrian Camel. Then travel to the northern Taiga region, home to Lake Khovsgol, Turkic burial mounds, deerstones, and forested hills perfect for horse riding.
KHARKHIRAA TREK
A more uncommonly trekked area of North-Western Mongolia, the Kharkhiraa Trek cuts through the stunning scenery and high mountain peaks of the Kharkhiraa and Turgen Mountain Ranges. This trek will cover many of this regions most beautiful landscapes, including the Tenuugiin Am valley, Khukh Nuur (Blue Lake), and Uliastai Mountain Pass. You will also pass through Khujirt, the centre of the local nomadic community, where you will be able to take a break and taste traditional dairy products. At the end of this trek, make your way to the Ulgii province, and spend 2 nights alongside an eagle hunter and his family in the Hovd River valley.
GOBI & STEPPE
SPIRIT OF THE GOBI
KHANGAI CYCLE RIDE
A 9 day cycle-ride through the Khangai Hills and Orkhon Valley. The route covers diverse landscapes and terrain – wide open plains, lush valleys, forested hills. A mix of paths, herders trails and graded tracks, plus a dash of asphalt at welcome moments! Active adventure combines with cultural highlights and warm hospitality of local nomadic families with camping and homestays mixed with ger camps. Visit historical sites of Kharkhorin, Erdene Zuu Monastery and the hilltop Tovkhon Khiid, plus optional additional activities of horse riding and kayaking.
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