NAADAM FESTIVAL PREMIUM TOUR

Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
Type: Cultural Celebration / Heritage Tour
Start & End Location: Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

Availability: July 9–13, 2025
Group Size: 6–14 guests (small-group luxury access)
Languages: English-speaking cultural guide

TOUR OVERVIEW

Explore the legendary Gobi Desert on this expertly guided 8-day adventure. Marvel at colossal sand dunes, trace the footsteps of dinosaurs, and immerse yourself in the nomadic cultures of Mongolia’s arid south. This journey blends off-road adventure with authentic comfort: cozy ger camps, hot meals, and seamless logistics in a landscape that once hosted prehistoric giants.

More About the Naadam Festival of Mongolia

DAY 1 – ARRIVAL & CULTURAL WELCOME

Date: July 9, 2025

Airport/train station transfer and check-in at central boutique hotel
Guided walk to Sukhbaatar Square and Gandan Monastery
Private Naadam introduction workshop with expert historian
Cultural welcome dinner with traditional throat singing and morin khuur performance

Accommodation: 4★ Boutique Hotel, Ulaanbaatar

Meals Included: Dinner

DAY 2 – NAADAM OPENING CEREMONY (VIP ACCESS)

Date: July 10, 2025

Early access to the Central Stadium for VIP seat admission
Witness the State Flag Ceremony, military parade, and opening performances
Exclusive seating for wrestling and archery competitions
Private guide commentary via whisper headset
Visit the traditional food court to sample khuushuur, airag, and festival treats
Walk through the Naadam artisans’ and souvenir alley

Accommodation: 4★ Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 3 – HORSE RACING ON THE STEPPE

Date: July 11, 2025

Morning drive to Khui Doloon Khudag, Naadam’s horse racing site
Guided access to race tracks and herder camps
Meet child jockeys and nomadic trainers
Enjoy a Naadam picnic with horsehead fiddle musicians
Return to the city in the afternoon and visit a felt workshop

Accommodation: 4★ Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4 – CULTURE, TEXTILES, AND MONGOLIAN CRAFTSMANSHIP

Date: July 12, 2025

Guided visit to the Bogd Khan Winter Palace Museum
Learn about the “Three Manly Games” and Naadam’s royal legacy
Tailor visit to try on or shop for custom traditional Mongolian deels
Optional spa treatment or afternoon tea in a modern nomadic lounge
Special farewell dinner in a private ger with contortionist and long song performance

Accommodation: 4★ Hotel

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 5 – DEPARTURE OR EXTENSION

Date: July 13, 2025

Breakfast and check-out
Airport/train transfer based on departure schedule
Option to extend to Gobi Desert or Northern Lakes on request

Meals Included: Breakfast

✅ INCLUSIONS

4 nights in 4★ centrally located boutique hotel
VIP Naadam opening ceremony tickets and festival access
All transfers and private transportation
English-speaking cultural tour guide throughout
All meals as listed (local and fusion cuisine)
All entry tickets, museum fees, and performances
Cultural gifts and festival welcome pack
Bottled water, snacks, and cold towels daily
Airport/train transfers

❌ EXCLUSIONS

International airfare
Mongolian visa (if required)
Travel insurance (mandatory)
Alcoholic beverages and personal expenses
Tips for guide and driver (optional)

💼 WHAT TO PACK

Smart casual attire for ceremonies
Comfortable shoes for walking
Traditional clothing (optional) for cultural dinner
Sun protection: hat, sunscreen, glasses
Reusable water bottle
Camera or smartphone (charged and backed up)

🌟 WHO IS THIS FOR?

This tour is designed for:

Culture seekers, historians, and art lovers
First-time visitors to Mongolia wanting a luxurious yet authentic experience
Families and couples seeking immersive and festive travel
Taiwanese and East Asian travelers seeking well-curated, soft-adventure experiences