Ulaanbaatar & Central Mongolia
Naadam Festival: Wrestling, Archery & Horse Racing
Nine days around State Naadam, followed by ger-camp stays in Gorkhi-Terelj and Khustai.
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Photo highlights from Naadam Festival: Wrestling, Archery & Horse Racing.
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Image credits
- Photo by Bernard Gagnon · CC0
- Photo by Bernard Gagnon · CC0
- Photo by Bernard Gagnon · CC0
- Photo by Orgio89 · CC BY-SA 3.0
- Photo by FischerFotos · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Photo by David Lienemann · Public domain
- Photo by Orgio89 · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Photo by Bfreeproductions · CC BY-SA 4.0
- Photo by Orgio89 · CC BY-SA 4.0
The journey
An invitation to explore Ulaanbaatar & Central Mongolia.
Nine days around State Naadam, followed by ger-camp stays in Gorkhi-Terelj and Khustai. Final dates, route access, availability, and practical travel details are confirmed with Mongalz before booking.
Journey highlights
- Naadam festival focus
- Venue and dates confirmed individually
- Program and access discussed before booking
Destinations
- Ulaanbaatar
- Gorkhi-Terelj
- Khustai National Park
Route outline
Day-by-day itinerary
Day 1Arrive in Ulaanbaatar
Airport transfer and welcome dinner.
Overnight: Ulaanbaatar hotel
Day 2Ulaanbaatar festival base
Settle in and review festival access and meeting arrangements with the guide.
Overnight: Ulaanbaatar hotel
Day 3Naadam opening ceremony
Attend the opening ceremony and stadium events, including wrestling and archery.
Overnight: Ulaanbaatar hotel
Day 4Horse-race day
Travel to the race field for the steppe horse-racing events. Traffic and vehicle access are managed around closures.
Overnight: Ulaanbaatar hotel
Day 5Travel to Gorkhi-Terelj
Leave the city for the countryside ger camp.
Overnight: Terelj tourist ger camp
Day 6Terelj day
Enjoy time in Terelj. Optional horse riding, camel riding, or an archery lesson may be available separately.
Overnight: Terelj tourist ger camp
Day 7Khustai National Park
Visit Khustai and look for wild Przewalski horses.
Overnight: Khustai tourist ger camp
Day 8Return to Ulaanbaatar
Drive back to the city for a farewell dinner.
Overnight: Ulaanbaatar hotel
Day 9Departure
Airport transfer.
Festival dates, ticket access, traffic closures, and the event schedule are confirmed with organizers and the guide.
Preparation guidance
- Stadium seats are outdoors; bring sun protection, a light rain layer, and something warm for cool evenings.
- Expect crowds and security checks. Keep valuables close and agree a daily meeting point with the guide.
- Ask before photographing athletes and riders; do not enter the wrestling ground or race track.
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