As the biggest national festival in Mongolia, Naadam is a special time to visit the country. In this travel guide we explain what Naadam is, how to attend, and how to travel in Mongolia during this busy time.
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Naadam Festival & Nomadic Family Homestay Tour 2027
Experience Mongolia’s famous Naadam Festival during this 9-day small group tour. Live with a nomadic family, ride horses, and attend a local Naadam July 5 – 13, 2027. (Book now before it sells out!)
16 Incredible Festivals, Holidays, & Events to Plan A Mongolia Trip Around
From Naadam to the Golden Eagle Festival, to music festivals and more, these festivals, holidays, and events are worth planning a trip around.
Central Mongolia
Travel guides and information for planning a trip to central Mongolia’s Arkhangai, Bayankhongor, Ovorkhangai, and Tov Provinces.
Western Mongolia
Travel guides and itineraries for western Mongolia. Zavkhan Gobi-Altai, Khovd, Bayan-Olgii, and Uvs Provinces.
Golden Eagle Festival Mongolia: Dates & How to Get Tickets
Dates, location, how to buy tickets, travel tips, and more for attending Mongolia’s Golden Eagle Festival the first weekend of October.
Things to Do in Mongolia in September: Fall Colors & Eagle Festivals
The best things to do in September in Mongolia. Average weather temperatures in each region, what to do when you visit, and more.
10 Things to do in Kharkhorin, the Ancient Capital City
Monasteries, Mongolian calligraphy, and tales of the world’s greatest Khan, these are the 10 best things to do in Kharkhorin, Mongolia.
Your Mongolian Language Cheat Sheet
Learn how to speak key Mongolian phrases for your visit. Ask for directions, introduce yourself, and more using this free printable cheat sheet.
Genghis Khan Equestrian Statue Day Trip
See the world’s largest equestrian statue, eat lunch with a local family, visit a mountainside meditation temple, and get to know Mongolia on this day trip from Ulaanbaatar.