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Join Brand g on an LGBT Mongolia exploration. Immerse yourself in the natural beauty and a culture that evokes images of Genghis Khan and the Mongol Empire.
Enter the serene land of Mongolia and experience the raw beauty and tradition of this remote region. Hidden from the world, it is hard to imagine that this secluded country was once the largest empire in known history. Explore Mongolia’s untamed landscapes, pristine grasslands, mountain steppes and the otherworldly Gobi Desert. Enjoy all the experiences that make Mongolia a fascinating place to visit. Staying inImmerse yourself in the natural beauty and a culture that evokes images of Genghis Khan and the Mongol Empire.
Enter the serene land of Mongolia and experience the raw beauty and tradition of this remote region. Hidden from the world, it is hard to imagine that this secluded country was once the largest empireImmerse yourself in the natural beauty and a culture that evokes images of Genghis Khan and the Mongol Empire.
Enter the serene land of Mongolia and experience the raw beauty and tradition of this remote region. Hidden from the world, it is hard to imagine that this secluded country was once the largest empire in known history. Explore Mongolia’s untamed landscapes, pristine grasslands, mountain steppes and the otherworldly Gobi Desert. Enjoy all the experiences that make Mongolia a fascinating place to visit. Staying in luxuriously appointed traditional gers and meeting local families of Mongolia’s eminently hospitable nomadic people—you will come to know more than a place, but a timeless way of life. Included are cultural experiences, such as a ger camp stay and horse riding, and emblematic places like the Gobi Desert
Luxury Level: ***** Five Star Activity Level: Moderate to High Guest Count: 26
Highlights
Explore the capital of Ulaanbaatar and visit the Mongolia Museum of Natural History
Traditional Mongolian folk concert with dance and throat singing
See a mini “Naadam” festival that will show off the three sports of Mongolia: Horse racing, wrestling, and archery.
Visit the South Gobi and Yol Valley
Experience the “Flaming Cliffs”
Visit with a Nomadic family
Hike the Terelj National Park
Overnight in a luxury ger in known history. Explore Mongolia’s untamed landscapes, pristine grasslands, mountain steppes and the otherworldly Gobi Desert. Enjoy all the experiences that make Mongolia a fascinating place to visit. Staying in luxuriously appointed traditional gers and meeting local families of Mongolia’s eminently hospitable nomadic people—you will come to know more than a place, but a timeless way of life. Included are cultural experiences, such as a ger camp stay and horse riding, and emblematic places like the Gobi Desert
Inclusions
- FROM THE TIME YOU LAND UNTIL YOU LEAVE, NEARLY EVERYTHING IS INCLUDED.
- Brand g and local hosts throughout your trip
- Airport arrival and departure transfers
- Welcome reception and dinner on arrival in Ulaanbaatar
- Four nights hotel accommodation at the Shangri-la Hotel in Ulaanbaatar
- Internal flights to South Gobi and back to Ulaanbaatar
- Two nights accommodation at the HS Khan Resort in Khustai National Park
- Two nights accommodation at the Gobi Mirage Luxury Ger Lodge
- Two nights Hotel accommodation at the Terelj Hotel in Terelj National Park
- 10 Breakfasts, 9 Lunches and 10 Dinners
- Select alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages with lunches and dinners
Itinerary
Day 1 Saturday August 9, 2025 Ulaanbaatar
Welcome to Mongolia. You will arrive in the country’s capital and your guide and driver will be waiting for you and take you to your hotel. Depending on your arrival time, a walking tour can be arranged. In the evening, Brand g will host a welcoming receptiona and dinner. (D)
Day 2 Sunday August 10, 2025 Ulaanbaater
After a hearty breakfast, you will make your way to the Gandan Buddist monastery. After lunch at a favorite Brand g restaurant, you will tour the Museum of Natural History to learn about the country’s past. (BLD)
Day 3 Monday August 11, 2025 South Gogi and Yoi Valley
You will catch an early morning flight to the South Gobi to see the lush vegetation and wildlife which includes vultures and ocassional snow leopards. (BLD)
Day 4 Tuesday August 12, 2025 Bayanzag and Moltsog Els
Today you will continue a journey with Brand g to head to the world-famous dinosaur fossil sight known as the “Flaming Cliffs”. You will also ride Bactarian humped camels (BL)
Day 5 Wednesday August 13, 2025 Khavtsgait and Nomadic Family
After breakfast, you will head towards Khavtsgait, an area that contains bronze age carvings. In the afternoon, you will visit and be welcomed a Nomadic family (BLD)
Day 6 Thursday August 14, 2025 Gobi/Ulaanbaater/Terelj National Park
Your Brand g group will fly back this morning to the country’s capital. You will then head to Terelj National park which extends into Siberia. You will spend the day hiking and driving around the range and take in the beautiful landscape (BLD).
Day 7 Friday August 15, 2025 Terelj/Tsonjin Boldog
Today, with your Brand g group, wyou will climb the 108 stone steps to reach the Ariyabal Buddhiist temple where Mongolian monks practice Tibetan Buddhism. (BLD)
Day 8 Saturday August 16, 2025 Mini-Naadam Festival
After a leisurely morning, you will drive to the otherside of Ulaanbaatar to see a mini “Naadam” festival (the official festival is in July) to show you the three sports of Mongolia namely racing, wrestling and archery (BLD)
Day 9 Sunday August 17, 2025 Mongol Nomadic Culture Day
In the morning, you with Brand will depart after breakfast from teh HS Khaan resort and head to teh Mongol Nomadic camp again. Today there will be a presenation on the local (and ancient) life of Mongolian herders (which includes how they make vodka). You will then return to your luxury ger. (BLD)
Day 1o Monday August 18, 2025 Ulaanbaatar
Today is your final day in the country capital and Brand g has various activities planned including a tour of the city’s LGBT center and a visit with the Snow Leopard Foundation. You will then enjoy a multifacted theatrical performance followed by a group farewell dinner (BLD).
Day 11 Tuesday August 19, 2025 Ulaanbaatar (Departure Day)
After breakfast at the hotel, you are transferred to the airport for your journey home. (B)
Accommodations
Shangri-La Ulaanbaatar
Dates of stay: August 9-11 and 18-19
Additional pre and post-program nights available upon request.
Gobi Mirage Lodge
The Gobi Mirage Lodge is located in the very middle of all major attractions of the Gobi desert and is located away from other Ger camps. You’ll stay in Deluxe Gers with en-suite bathrooms at the very front of the camp, featuring the best views and the softest beds in the Gobi. There is a 24-hour supply of electricity and running water from an underground well. The kitchen features a mix of European and Mongolian cuisine prepared by a professional chef. The camp provides employment to local people through sale of handicrafts and souvenirs, rental of camels and horses, purchase of food and dairy, as well as direct employment.
Dates of stay: August 11 – 14
Terelji Hotel
Dates of stay: August 14 – 16
HS Khaan Resort
Dates of stay: August 16 – 18
Pricing
Double Occupancy
11-day LGBT+ Mongolian adventure.
- 10 Breakfasts, 9 Lunches and 10 Dinners
- Three nights hotel accommodation at the Shangri-la in Ulaanbaatar
- Internal flight from Ulaanbaatar to Gobi
- Three nights accommodation at the Gobi Mirage Lodge
- Two nights hotel accommodation at the Terelj Hotel
- Two nights accommodation at the HS Khan Resort in Khustai
Single Occupancy
11-day LGBT+ Mongolian adventure.
- 10 Breakfasts, 9 Lunches and 10 Dinners
- Three nights hotel accommodation at the Shangri-la in Ulaanbaatar
- Internal flight from Ulaanbaatar to Gobi
- Three nights accommodation at the Gobi Mirage Lodge
- Two nights hotel accommodation at the Terelj Hotel
- Two nights accommodation at the HS Khan Resort in Khustai
Consider purchasing travel insurance to help protect your trip. We offer travel insurance as part of a travel protection plan from Travel Insured International. Click here, or call Brand g at 952-405-9309 for pricing information. Please note, to be eligible for certain additional travel protection benefits you must purchase your plan within 21 days of the date your initial trip deposit is received.
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