Mongolian Grassland Life
4-Day Xilingol Inner Mongolia Grassland Life Tour
If you are looking foran authentic Mongolian nomad experienceand a window into the herdsman's way of life, this tour is recommended for you.
On this 4-day trip,you will stay with a herdsman's family on their summer pasture, live life like locals, admire the fantastic views of a pristine grassland, and experience Mongolian traditions and culture.
This tour is only available from mid-June to early Septemberbecause the herdsman's family move to a downtown area when the weather cools down and upland grazing is no longer suitable for their livestock.
Tour 'Wow' Points
LiveLife Like a Mongolian Local
You will stay with a real herdsman's family in your own traditional yurt. Milk one of their cows (or watch), do diary product DIY, and taste homemade Mongolian food.
Explore thePristine Grasslandby Horseback and Hiking
Journey deep into Jinlianchuan Grassland, summer resort of Liao, Jin and Yuan emperors (907–1368). Enjoy a horse ride and a light walk to sample its picturesque vastness the local way.
Do SomeFun Activitieswith the Herdsman's Family
Try Mongolian archery on the grassland and have a sand slide experience on the wild sandy land nearby,build a Mongolian yurt.
TasteHomemade Mongolian Food
During your stay with the herdsman's family, you will eat together with them, and try a variety of homemade Mongolian food.
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Since 1998 we've guided everyone ranging from US presidents, Australian Geographic and retired backpackers. Our goal is to create unique trips that take you off-the-beaten path, helping you discover China in a more authentic way. Our motto: "Discovery Your Way!"
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行程Quick Look
Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests.
From Beijing,we suggest you take the high-speed train to Zhangjiakou. Your private driver would pick you up from Zhangjiakou Railway Station and transfer you directly to your private summer pasture in Xanadu of Zhenglan Banner in Xilingol League (3½ hours' driving).
From Shanghai or other cities,we recommend flying to Xilinhot. Your private driver would pick you up from Xilinhot Airport and transfer you directly to your private summer pasture in Xanadu of Zhenglan Banner in Xilingol League (2 hours' driving).
Enjoy a Mongolian home-cooked dinner, and make yourself at home in your own traditional Mongolian yurt.
In the morning, see cow milking and taste fresh milk and local dairy products.
Have a light walk in the peaceful hinterland of Jinlianchuan Grasslandto measure some of the vastness of the picturesque grassland with your feet.
After lunch, go to a sandy land nearby andhave a sand slide experience.
Enjoy a BBQ dinner and Mongolian traditional musicwith overtone singing and long songs. Then retire to your traditional Mongolian yurt.
In the morning, you will have another chance to experience cow milking and fresh local dairy.
Enjoy a horse rideto seek out the best view of the grassland.Then try your hand at archery.
After lunch, do somedairy product DIYand taste authentic Mongolian snacks.
Reflect on your Mongolian life experience over a home-cooked dinner with your hosts and during your final night in your yurt.
Today you will experience Mongolian culture by building a real yurt with the herdsman's family.
Your private driver will transfer you to Xilinhot Airport or Zhangjiakou Railway Station to catch your flight/train home or to your next destination.
Hotel Selection
—the Icing on the Cake
Boutique hotels are recommended to enrich your travel experience.
Price Includes:
- 私人汽车空调企业很大的风ows and ample space
- English speaking local guide
- Activities, hotels, and meals listed in the itinerary
- 24/7 helpline for while you are traveling
Tour code: nm-4
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