What to Expect in Inner Mongolia
KEYWORDS FOR INNER MONGOLIA ADVENTURE
Ride horses across the grasslands, try camel riding in the desert, learn about herding and milking, enjoy a bonfire gathering, try sand sliding and archery, and spend a night in a Mongolian yurt.
Inner Mongolia lies in northern China, bordering Mongolia and Russia. Its grasslands, deserts, history, and Mongolian cultural traditions offer a distinctive range of travel experiences.
Inner Mongolia is known for its expansive landscapes. Grasslands such as Huitengxile, Xilin Gol, and Hulun Buir offer open skies, yurts, and grazing herds. Around Hohhot, cultural highlights include Dazhao Temple, Xilituzhao Temple, and Zhaojun’s Tomb. Western Inner Mongolia is home to desert landscapes including Badain Jaran, Tengger, and Kubuqi, with high dunes and scattered lakes.
Naadam is a highlight of the Mongolian summer festival calendar. Its traditional sporting events—horse racing, wrestling, and archery—are often accompanied by music, performances, and community celebrations. Festival dates and programs vary by location, so the itinerary should be planned around the event you wish to attend.
Our Inner Mongolia itineraries are available throughout the year. A visit during a Naadam celebration offers a lively introduction to local traditions. Depending on your itinerary, enjoy milk tea, traditional mutton dishes, roast lamb, and cheese; watch Mongolian music and dance performances; and spend a night in a furnished yurt.
