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G Adventures
OFFER ID 1533030
Naadam Festival Mini Adventure
See the highlights of the Naadam Festival on this action-packed four-day experience. Alongside your CEO, catch the opening ceremonies and eye-catching performances, the climax of the storied horse race, archery and wrestling events, and the closing ceremonies and winner announcements. You'll also visit the Chinggis Khan statue, Terelj National Park, and have lunch at a ger camp.
Highlights
Attend the opening ceremonies of the Naadam Festival, Watch the finale of the world's longest horse race, Witness incredible athleticism during archery and wrestling events, Marvel at the spectacle of the winner announcements and closing ceremonies, Stand before the enormous Chinggis Khan statue, Walk through the natural beauty of Terelj National Park, Taste traditional cuisine during lunch at a ger camp
Accommodation
Hotels (3 nts).
Group Leader
1 CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.
Group Size Notes
Max 14, Avg 4.
Meals Included
3 breakfasts, 3 lunches
What's Included
Your G for Good Moment: Cafe No Limits Visit, Ulaanbaatar
Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group. Entry and transport to Nadaam Festival events. Genghis Khan Monument Visit. Gorkhi Terelj National Park Visit.
3 nights from $699 per person
G Adventures: Naadam Festival Mini Adventure
Day 1: Ulaanbaatar
Arrive at any time.
There are no activities planned until tonight's welcome meeting.
Day 2: Ulaanbaatar
Watch the thrilling opening ceremony of the Naadam festival, a Mongolian sports tradition that dates back to the time of Genghis Khan. Admire the colourful costumes of the participants, and observe demonstrations of the “three manly sports” — wrestling, archery, and horse racing. Afterwards, stop for a visit to No Limits Cafe and enjoy coffee, tea, and snacks prepared and served by local youth with Down Syndrome, and their mothers. In the afternoon, enjoy free time to explore the festival grounds and take in the exciting atmosphere. Later, opt to watch a cultural performance and dazzling fireworks at Central Square.
Day 3: Ulaanbaatar
Head out to see the finish line of the gruelling Mongol Derby — the longest horse race on Earth, according to the Guinness Book of World Records. During this annual race, competitors ride more than 1,000 kilometres across the steppe, retracing the former mail routes of Genghis Khan. Return to Ulaanbaatar and watch top athletes compete in the finals for Mongolian wrestling. Later, attend the closing ceremony of the Naadam Festival at National Sports Stadium.
Day 4: Ulaanbaatar
Take an early morning drive to visit the gigantic Genghis Khan statue, towering over the flatlands of Mongolia astride a majestic horse. Stop by the visitors' centre and enjoy panoramic views of the desert landscape. Continue to Gorkhi Terelj National Park and visit Turtle Rock and the Meditation Temple to learn about Mongolian Buddhism. Enjoy a traditional lunch at the ger camp, then head back to Ulaanbaatar. Tour ends upon arrival at the hotel. For travellers continuing on to another G Adventures tour, your CEO will help facilitate the joining of the new group starting in the evening.
All fares are quoted in US Dollars.
1760 Powers Ferry Rd. - Suite 100
Marietta, GA 30067
USA
770-952-8300
800-326-4971