Festivals Tours

After arriving in Ulaanbaatar, fly out to Ulgii or Khovd – the provincial capitals of western Mongolia. Spend time with the family experiencing their rural way of life and learning about the traditions and culture of the Kazakhs in Mongolia.

Transfer through Ulgii to the small community of Altai district. There is nothing planned as not planing in advance leads to a more respectful and naturally Kazakh experience, but options including learning more about the way of life or even a great horse trek or full day hike into the landscapes of the interior in the company of Aigerim or one of her sisters.

Transfer by road to the small community of Deluun at the foothills of the Khokhserkhiin Nuruu for a celebration of the Kazakh culture and focuses on the speed, agility and accuracy of the ‘berkut’. The festival provides you with a wealth of cultural experience as you mix in the company of small town folk, nomads and the Kazakh hunters.

Travel back to Ulgii where you will celebrate Nauryz, the first day of spring, before flying back to Ulaanbaatar.

After arriving in Ulaanbaatar, road trip to Amarbayasgalant Monastery, passing through some of Mongolia’s main agricultural land, before departing for Uran Togoo – Tulga Uul – a national protected area consisting of the extinct volcanoes and spend the evening with the small community of Khutag Undur.

Travel to the southern shore of Khovsgol Lake and explore the frozen surface by horse-drawn sleigh. Spend two days at the Ice Festival, a celebration of local community, networking and collaboration to ensure a better future for the region and its herding community.

Return to Murun and explore the Ushigiin Uver deer stones. Murun is the lively capital town of Khovsgol Aimag which bears the hallmarks of being a trading outpost close to the border with Russian Siberia, in that it is slightly wild and rough around the edges.

Stop at the powerful Selenge River on your way back to Ulaanbaatar.

Experience Tsagaan Sar through the eyes of three of the rural families, one of the most important and traditional of celebrations in Mongolia.

After starting your trip in Ulaanataar, travel to Erdenedalai, meaning ‘Jewel Ocean’ in Mongolian. This small town located in the middle of the Gobi steppe provides a genuine insight into everyday life in Mongolia. On arrival, receive a warm welcome from your host Nergui and his family. You’ll change into your Mongolian Tsagaan Sar clothing and start the Bituun - New Year’s Eve - celebrations.

Wake up before dawn and join the head of the family in the most important of customs – greeting the first sunrise of the new year. You’ll visit the family ovoo and take part in the traditional zologkh greeting.

Travel to Khogno Khan Nature Reserve where you can explore the hidden interiors of the mountain on a 3-hour hike to Erdene Khambiin Khid and the ruined Ovgon Khiid Monastery or camel trek along the Elsen Tasarkhai sand dunes.

Travel to the Orkhon River Valley, one of Mongolia’s four UNESCO World Heritage Sites. You can choose to visit Erdene Zuu and the Kharkhorin Museum with exhibits based on the history surrounding the Orkhon River Valley and the Turkish and Mongol Empire.

Return to Ulaanbaatar where you will experience the Lunar New Year as it is for urban Mongolians.

This is a fun, off beat itinerary discovering the highlights of Maharashtra, not as well-known as some states but with phenomenal diversity! From the 21st Century capital of Mumbai known for Bollywood, shops, art galleries and great food from street food to fine dining! Aurangabad is the base from which to discover one of the largest rock cut cave temples in the world and UNESCO World Heritage Site of 29 Buddhist rock cut caves dating from 2nd century BC. Then onto discovering one of the newer aspects of Mahrashtra, its vineyards which now produce much of India’s finest wines. Then, head to Goa for some relaxing time at the beach, or discover the markets, restaurants and old town of Fontainhas!

Renowned for the intrepidity and extreme mountaineering skills the Sherpa community of the world present the different facets of their life during festivals. Witness the magnificent Dumji and Mani Rimdu Festivals, These festivals are the major social and cultural activities of the Sherpa people.

The festival celebration is to honour Guru Rinpoche’s birth on the lotus. Trekkers can enjoy the Everest View Trek route too during this cultural excursion in the Khumbu region of Nepal. Another splendid Sherpa festival Trek of the Khumbu region especially among Sherpa people is the Mani Rimdu Festival. This celebration is done in the Monastery of Tengboche between mid October and mid November. As the venue of the festival is in Tengboche Monastery the trekkers can have grandeur view of the Everest Base Camp Trekking Trails as well. Fixed dates of the Mani Rimdu can be seen in Tibetan Lunar Calendar. This colourful festival is equally popular to travellers and locals alike. Choose either of the festivals for the best experience of the Sherpa customs.

The Sherpa Festival Trek is the only way to observe the different moods and facets of the Sherpa culture. Worldwide Sherpa are know for their mountaineering skills at high altitude but during these two festivals people can experience the other side. For the more information about these festivals you are always to welcome to mail us in our official email. We will merrily provide authentic information on Dumji Festival and Mani Rimdu Festival.