Mongolia Vacations

Mongolia boasts regions of seemingly endless, unhinged wilderness along with small towns and cities that are sprinkled throughout the land. While the country appears in some itineraries as a stopping point for journeys traveling between Russia and China, we also offer trips that focus specifically on Mongolia. Escorted tours are a great way to see this fascinating country and include transportation and sightseeing, some meals and accommodations. Some tours also feature an overnight stay in a traditional Mongolian ger.

The capital city, Ulaanbaatar, is the starting point for most Mongolian adventures and is where the majority of the country's population lives. Wander museums, monasteries and palaces to learn about the city's turbulent history. The Winter Palace of Bogd Khan was home to Mongolia's last emperor.

Outside of Ulaanbaatar, the country is sparsely populated, leaving a vast wilderness to explore. The massive Gobi desert, where you might hike sand dunes or meet a nomadic camel herding family, covers most of southern Mongolia. Visit a nomadic ger camp in Gorkhi-Terelj National Park or spot wild horses in Khustai National Park.

* Key to Quality Ratings

These vacations are classified according to the quality of accommodations, the number of included amenities and activities, and the level of service delivered.

= Budget vacations that typically range from $50 to $200 per person, per day, plus airfare.

= First class vacations that typically range from $80 to $350 per person, per day, plus airfare.

= Deluxe vacations that typically range from $200 to $650 per person, per day, plus airfare.