Nomadic Expeditions offers 21 trips/accommodations
Western Mongolia Expedition
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Western Mongolia Expedition
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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11 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Nomadic Expeditions On this journey into the wild and rugged Altai Mountains, travelers experience the traditional cultures, ancient history, and unforgettable scenery that make this one of Asia's most exciting and unique adventure destinations.Explore Mongolia's remote western frontier, where Kazakh nomads hunt with Golden Eagles amidst unspoiled valleys, lakes, and snow-covered peaks. Beginning in the provincial capital of Ulgii, travel deep into the mountains and forests, passing ancient Turkic "stone men" on the way to remote lakeside campsites. Visit with Kazakh nomads… more |
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Ultimate Gobi
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Ultimate Gobi
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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13 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Nomadic Expeditions Dinosaur fossils, Bearded Vultures, and singing sand dunes are just a few of the many treasures to be discovered in the Gobi Desert. From the green valleys in the foothills of the Gobi Altai Mountains to the dramatic red sandstone of the Flaming Cliffs, this adventure provides an in-depth exploration of the Gobi's secrets. Journey into this unforgettable landscape and share the Gobi with the two-humped camels and Argali mountain sheep, snow leopards and Gobi bears that live among the… more |
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From mystical Tibet to nomadic mongolia
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From mystical Tibet to nomadic mongolia
Beijing, China
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14 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Nomadic Expeditions Join one of Nomadic Expeditions' most exclusive trips and explore Tibet and Mongolia, the "Roof of the World" and the "Land of Blue Sky." These fascinating countries, inaccessible to the world's travelers until only recently, share a direct spiritual bond through their Buddhist heritage, and reward visitors with a wealth of artistic and cultural riches, unforgettable vistas, and warm hospitality.The journey begins in Beijing with a tour of the Forbidden City, the legendary Imperial Palace dating back to the Ming… more |
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The Gobi and North to Siberia
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The Gobi and North to Siberia
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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12 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Nomadic Expeditions Experience the grandeur of two of Central Asia's most remarkable regions, as you discover the biodiversity of the Gobi Desert and Siberia's Lake Baikal, with stops along the way to explore the cultural riches of Mongolia and Russia. Spin the prayer wheels at the Gandan Monastery, travel to the legendary fossil sites of the Gobi, and stand on the shores of the world's deepest lake.The Gobi Desert's Gurvansaikhan National Park encompasses the foothills of the Gobi Altai Mountains and contains… more |
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Temples and Trekking in Tibet
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Temples and Trekking in Tibet
Beijing, China
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15 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Nomadic Expeditions This active expedition to Tibet explores the monasteries, historical sites, and scenic landscapes of one of the world’s most intriguing and spiritual destinations. Discover ruined hilltop palaces, visit ancient monasteries and cave retreats, and trek to Lhamo La Tso, Tibet’s most important oracle lake.After visiting Beijing and the grandeur of the Forbidden City, fly to Lhasa, home to such architectural and cultural treasures as Potala Palace and the 17th-century Jokhang Monastery. Tour the city’s famed temples, experience the daily life… more |
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Northern Mongolia on Horseback
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Northern Mongolia on Horseback
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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15 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Nomadic Expeditions This eight-day horse trek passes through the spectacular forests and meadows of Mongolia's northernmost province before reaching Lake Hovsgol, a crystal-clear alpine lake known as Mongolia's "dark blue pearl."Designed for more experienced horseback riders who are comfortable riding over steep and difficult terrain, a highlight of this journey will be visiting the Tsaatans, members of the Turkic-speaking Tuvinian ethnic group known as Dukha. Tsaatan families herd domesticated reindeer, which they use primarily for transportation and milk, and live in teepees… more |
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Mongolian Vistas
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Mongolian Vistas
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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15 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Nomadic Expeditions For awe-inspiring scenic beauty Mongolia has few rivals, and this journey is one of our most popular introductions to its extraordinary biodiversity. Experience the hospitality of Mongolia's nomads while exploring a wide variety of landscapes, from the clear waters of Lake Hovsgol in the far north to the magnificent Gobi Desert in the south. Mongolian Vistas begins in the forests of Gorkhi-Terelj National Park, which includes the southern Khentii Mountain Range and the confluence of the Terelj and Tuul Rivers, and… more |
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Golden Eagles of the Kazakhs
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Golden Eagles of the Kazakhs
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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8 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Nomadic Expeditions Experience the thrill of riding alongside Kazakh nomads as they hunt with trained Golden Eagles. Specially timed for the winter hunting season, this journey leads to Mongolia’s far western province, Bayan-Ulgii, where Kazakh hunters track small rabbits and foxes in the snow with the help of their magnificent eagles. Following the hunt on horseback through the mountains of Western Mongolia, witness firsthand a unique tradition that has survived for centuries in this remote corner of Asia. Spend the night in… more |
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Hidden Treasures of Tibet
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Hidden Treasures of Tibet
Beijing, China
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14 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Nomadic Expeditions Join us on a journey to the "Roof of the World" and experience the spiritual, cultural, and artistic riches of Tibet. Explore the holiest sites of Lhasa, including the Potala Palace, before embarking on an overland adventure to some of the world's most stunning temples and monasteries.Highlights include the tombs of Tibet's first kings in the Yarlung Valley and the temples and stupas of Gyantse and Shigatse. Beginning and ending in Beijing, this journey is ideal for those who wish… more |
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Golden Eagle Festival
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Golden Eagle Festival
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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9 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Nomadic Expeditions Join us for an unforgettable journey to the Golden Eagle Festival in Bayan-Ulgii Province, located in the Altai Mountains of Western Mongolia. Each year Kazakh hunters from near and far attend the festival with their Golden Eagles, known as berkut, to enter them into competitions testing speed, agility, and accuracy. Ceremonies, dance performances, a parade in the provincial capital's city square, and a Kazakh play in honor of the hunters and their eagles are all a part of this unique… more |
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Gobi Trek
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Gobi Trek
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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14 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Nomadic Expeditions Of all the world's arid lands, the Gobi has about it the greatest air of mystery. This adventurous journey is designed to provide trekking enthusiasts with a desert experience like no other, through a land of boundless sand dunes, hidden mountain springs, isolated forests of saxaul bushes, and canyons where ibex roam among prehistoric rock paintings. Follow in the footsteps of the many explorers who have been drawn to this dramatic desert, such as Marco Polo, who crossed its trade… more |
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From Yak to Kayak
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From Yak to Kayak
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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13 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Nomadic Expeditions Join one of our most unique adventures and explore diverse regions of Mongolia by traditional modes of transport. Traveling by kayak, glide across pristine Lake Hovsgol in the north, considered the cleanest freshwater lake on the planet, and explore the surrounding mountains on horseback. In the south, camel-trek through the Gobi and discover an awe-inspiring landscape with a surprising variety of wildlife. And in Central Mongolia, discover the beauty of Gorkhi-Terelj National Park, where nomads camp and gazelles cross the… more |
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Explorer's Mongolia and Siberia
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Explorer's Mongolia and Siberia
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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13 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Nomadic Expeditions Explore some of the most magnificent and pristine wilderness regions of Central Asia on this active outdoor adventure. Traveling by rail and road, foot and kayak, discover the historical treasures, vast steppe, and sand dunes of Mongolia before visiting Siberia and the shores of Baikal, the world's deepest lake.Trek through Mongolia's rolling grasslands and forested mountains, with stops along the way to relax in hot springs, visit centuries-old monasteries, and share tea with nomads. Nights will be spent camping in… more |
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Dinosaurs of the Gobi
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Dinosaurs of the Gobi
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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16 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Nomadic Expeditions The 2010 ‘Dinosaurs of the Gobi August 13-28, 2010’ will offer participants the unique opportunity to participate in the excavation of the famous ‘Dragon’s Tomb’, a duck-billed dinosaur bonebed that contains skeletons of Saurolophus that are as big or bigger than T.rex from North America. The site is located in the heart of the best and most picturesque dinosaur badlands in the Altai Gobi region of southern Mongolia. The site was originally discovered and collected in the late 1950’s by… more |
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Epic Mongolian Overland Adventure
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Epic Mongolian Overland Adventure
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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15 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Nomadic Expeditions This off-road adventure showcases some of the most spectacular, varied, and historically important sites in Mongolia. Traverse the country from north to south in four-wheel-drive vehicles and discover historic monasteries, ancient monuments, a fascinating traditional culture, and endless expanses of breathtaking scenery.After exploring the museums and monasteries of Ulaanbaatar, begin the journey with a flight north to Lake Hovsgol, where there will be opportunities to visit local nomads, ride horses, fish, or simply relax among some of the world's most… more |
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Bhutan: Gangtey Trek
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Bhutan: Gangtey Trek
Paro, Bhutan
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14 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Nomadic Expeditions On this active journey into Bhutan explore trails that wind past isolated villages, strings of colorful prayer flags, and stunning views of the Himalayas. Experience the incredible vistas and ancient culture of this remarkable country during a three-day journey through Phobjika Valley, Bhutan's finest low-level trek, passing through lush valleys, wildlife preserves, and fields of rhododendron, juniper, and bamboo.This trip is scheduled to coincide with the conclusion of the teschu mask and sword dances of the Ura Yak-choe Festival, a… more |
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Bhutan: Land of the Thunder Dragon
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Bhutan: Land of the Thunder Dragon
Paro, Bhutan
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12 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Nomadic Expeditions Bhutan is a fascinating and little-visited kingdom where the preservation of culture and traditions, as well as the stunning natural beauty of the Himalayas, has created a travel destination like no other. Our expedition into the heart of Bhutan reveals an unforgettable landscape of forests, valleys, and snowy peaks where the last Tibetan Buddhist kingdom reveals its riches to the intrepid traveler.This journey is specially timed to coincide with the Jambay Lhakhang Festival, one of the country's many colorful Buddhist… more |
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Classic Mongolian Odyssey: The Naadam Festival
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Classic Mongolian Odyssey: The Naadam Festival
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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14 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Nomadic Expeditions Designed as a fascinating introduction to the people and culture of Mongolia, the Classic Mongolian Odyssey includes visits to traditional nomadic ger camps, exploration of a national park where wild horses run freely across the grasslands, and the chance to join in the excitement and celebration surrounding Naadam, Mongolia's National Games.Wrestling, horseracing, and archery are the three competitions traditionally used to measure the courage and strength of Mongolia's nomads and warriors. Contemporary Naadam games showcase the impressive abilities of local… more |
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Adventure Mongolia
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Adventure Mongolia
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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14 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Nomadic Expeditions Explore the wonders of Mongolia’s scenic and cultural treasures on foot and horseback, atop a Bactrian camel or in four-wheel-drive vehicles. Adventure Mongolia! is an active trip designed for enthusiastic explorers who want to travel off the beaten track, from the meadows and pine-forested mountains of the Central Mongolian countryside to the dramatic landscapes of the legendary Gobi Desert.This adventurous journey begins in the Orkhon Valley, the cradle of Mongolian civilization, and continues to Erdene Zuu Monastery, erected from the… more |
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Adventure Trekking in the Altai Mountains
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Adventure Trekking in the Altai Mountains
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
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11 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Nomadic Expeditions For an unforgettable outdoor adventure, join us on a trek through the magnificent Altai Mountains, located at the borders of Russia, China, and Mongolia. One of the last untouched wilderness areas of Asia, the stunning beauty of these peaks - Mongolia's highest, with several reaching upwards of 14,000 feet - will be the backdrop of our journey. Western Mongolia is still relatively unexplored and this expedition offers active travelers a unique opportunity to trek among the region’s snow-capped mountains and… more |
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Ancient Empires of the Khans
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Ancient Empires of the Khans
Beijing, China
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13 Days • Contact provider for price
Provider: Nomadic Expeditions During a great tribal meeting held in the Khan Khentii Mountains in 1206, a man from poor nomadic origins was proclaimed Chinggis Khan, ruler of the Great Mongolian Nation. This was the birth of what would become the modern nation of Mongolia, and began the Mongol rule that dominated half of the world for the next few centuries. During this time, the Mongols initiated unsurpassed world trade and interaction between cultures that shaped the futures of Asia and Europe.Later, during… more |
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