Naadam Festival 2024
Tour Overview
Tour available dates
2024-07-08 - 2024-07-13
Tour Highlights
Tour Itinerary
DAY 1 - ARRIVAL IN ULAANBAATAR CITY
On this day, our guide and driver will greet you at the airport and will transfer you to your hotel for check-in for leisure until dinner, where the guide will introduce you to the group and have a welcoming dinner
DAY 2 - TRADITIONAL CLOTHING DAY
Today, after having breakfast at the hotel, you can head to Sukhbaatar Square, the central hub of Mongolia. Here, you can immerse yourself in the rich Mongolian culture, observe the graceful attire of the locals, explore historical landmarks, and witness the fusion of traditional and contemporary Mongolian lifestyles. You'll have the opportunity to delve into Mongolian history, culture, and the revered sport of Mongolian wrestling, which holds significant importance in the country's heritage
DAY 3 - HORSE RACING
On the day before the Naadam Festival, you can travel to the Khui Doloo Hudag, located 50km away from the city. There, you can witness the traditional horse racing event, where young horses display their speed and agility. Mongolians have been using horses for transportation and various purposes for 5000-6000 years, dating back to ancient times. This year, the horse racing season begins, with more races scheduled during the Naadam Festival. Today, you can enjoy your meals while watching the horse races unfold. Drive back to Ulaanbaatar city.
DAY 4 - NAADAM FESTIVAL OPENING CEREMONY
One of the special features you will experiencing first-hand the annual Naadam Festival. The highlight of your journey begins as the group mix with locals and nomads alike to witness the Opening Ceremony of the Naadam Festival, at Central Stadium. Here you can see featured events that include wrestling, horseracing and archery. You will have the chance to view the procession of the athletes, officials and monks, as the first round of competition in the wrestling tournament begins. Tickets to all arenas are allocated by local Government tourist authority in the weeks leading up to the opening ceremony; therefore, the exact program for the festival cannot be given until during your trip. After the grand Opening Ceremony, the first round of wrestling and archery is held in the afternoon at Naadam Stadium. Please prepare your bag each day to contain everything you may need for the day; sun hat, sunscreen, drinking water and plenty of camera memory etc. at a minimum. It is usually hot at this time of year, and the seats are not under cover, so you will be exposed to the sun all day. Valuables must be kept in the hotel safe or under your clothes in a money belt as you will be walking through huge crowds on your way in and out of the stadium stands. Lunch during this time will usually be a boxed lunch organized by the hotel, so that you can enjoy it ‘picnic style’ without leaving the excitement of the festival.
DAY 5 - TERELJ NATIONAL PARK
In the morning after breakfast drive to Terelj National park. Check in Juulchin Terelj Resort luxury camp in the free for leisure. Full day hiking and museum visiting tours are available on request.
DAY 6 - DEPARTURE
Transfer to airport or train station for your international departure.