Mongolia

• Look for dinosaur fossils at the Flaming Cliffs, and visit with nomads in the Gobi. • Stay in a ger set amid the Gobi’s vast desert landscape. • Ride horseback, and attend a khoomii throat singing performance. 9 DAYS FROM $5,495

DAYS 1–2 I ULAANBAATAR, MONGOLIA Arrive in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia’s bustling capital. On a private city tour the next day, visit Gandan Monastery, the National Museum of Mongolia, and the Zanabazar Museum of Fine Arts. Shangri-La Hotel | Meals: 1B, 1L, 1D

DAYS 3–4 I GORKHI-TERELJ NATIONAL PARK/ULAANBAATAR Visit the colossal Genghis Khan Statue en route to Gorkhi-Terelj National Park. Explore the park’s meadows and alpine landscapes on foot or horseback, and hike to Aryabal temple. The following day, return to Ulaanbaatar and gather at the hilltop Zaisan Memorial to see views of the city at night. Terelj Lodge; Shangri-La Hotel | Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D

DAYS 5–7 I GOBI Fly to the mystical Gobi and drive to the dramatic gorge of Yolyn Am to spot yaks, Altai snowcocks, ibex, and lammergeier vultures. Settle into your traditional ger tent. Stop by a school in Bulgan the next morning, see ancient rock art in Khavtsgait Valley, and meet with a nomadic family to learn about everyday life. Spend a day exploring the dunes of Moltsog Els and looking for fossils at the Flaming Cliffs. Three Camel Lodge | Meals: 3B, 3L, 3D

DAYS 8–9 I ULAANBAATAR Back in Ulaanbaatar, visit the Winter Palace of Mongolia’s last emperor and enjoy free time before a performance of traditional dance and khoomii throat singing. Depart the next day. Shangri-La Hotel | Meals: 2B, 1L, 1D

YOUR EXPEDITION TEAM

Knowledgeable local guides will accompany you on your trip, and you will meet other local experts as described in the itinerary. INFORMATION

When to go: This private expedition is offered from May 20 through September 15. You may request any dates during those months that are convenient for you. COST 2 PEOPLE 4 PEOPLE 6 PEOPLE May 20–31, 2021 $6,495 $5,995 $5,495

June 1–Sept. 15, 2021 $6,995 $6,495 $5,995 May 20–31, 2022 $6,795 $6,295 $5,795

June 1–Sept. 15, 2022 $7,295 $6,795 $6,295

Prices are per person, double occupancy, subject to availability, and valid through September 15, 2022. Single-traveler prices are available upon request. A surcharge may apply to certain travel dates based on holidays and local events. Airfare is not included in the price. Internal flights are an additional $550 per person (subject to change).