When visiting Mongolia, most people tend to leave Ulaanbaatar for tours to Central Mongolia or the Gobi Desert. You never really hear anything related to Ulaanbaatar outside maybe Naadam, the huge festival that takes place every year. We spent two full days in Ulaanbaatar. I say we scratched the surface. We didn’t get to all the museums I wanted to visit or other attractions but we really enjoyed exploring this city. I want to share some of my recommended things to do in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.  **This post contains affiliate links. If you click on one of the links or banners throughout the page, whether it be TripAdvisor, Booking.com. Agoda.com, or…

Central Mongolia is a region full of beautiful landscapes, rich history, and it’s own unique cultures. From visiting Terelj National Park to the ancient capital of Kharkhorin and the Orkhon Valley, there is so much to see and do. Experiences include staying in yurts with nomadic families, riding horses and camels, visiting monasteries and temples, and sampling local food from mutton to yak. A Central Mongolian tour offers an immersive experience and deep dive into the “Real Mongolia.” If you have a week or longer in Mongolia, I highly recommend getting outside of Ulaanbaatar and exploring Central Mongolia.  **This post contains affiliate links. If you click on one of the…

Located in Mongolia’s central region is the Orkhon Valley Cultural Landscape. Listed as one of Mongolia’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Orkhon Valley has a surprisingly rich history, is home to the ancient capital of the Mongol Empire, and has stunning natural beauty. There are archaeological sites scattered throughout the region, cultural landmarks, and beautiful nature areas that make the Orkhon Valley worth visiting. Visiting the Orkhon Valley can be done as a day trip from Ulaanbaatar or over several days. Join me and learn about some of the must-see sites around the Orkhon Valley Cultural Landscape.  **This post contains affiliate links. If you click on one of the links…

Are you looking for great or easy day trips from Ulaanbaatar? Or perhaps you want to stay in a yurt but only have enough time for one night. Maybe you just want to get outside the city and do some hiking and see cultural stuff. If all that sounds great, then it’s highly recommended to visit Gorkhi-Terelj National Park. Just a few hours drive from Ulaanbaatar, Gorkhi-Terelj National Park offers great hiking, horse back riding, cultural attractions, and so much more!  **This post contains affiliate links. If you click on one of the links or banners throughout the page, whether it be TripAdvisor, Booking.com. Agoda.com, or any other affiliate, I…

Are you traveling to Mongolia and wondering what to pack for your trip? Or how to prepare for a trip to Mongolia? I spent a week in Central Mongolia, stayed in yurts with nomadic families, rode horses, rode camels, toughed the cold autumn nights, and so much more! I feel like visiting Mongolia was much different then any other trip I’ve took in the past. I did my research prior to my trip and arrived well prepared. I’d like to share my packing tips for Mongolia, recommendations, and what to expect and how to prepare for a trip to Mongolia.  **This post contains affiliate links. If you click on one…

Have you ever wondered what staying in a yurt is like? I grew up dreaming about it. Staying the night in a yurt has always been a travel bucket list dream of mine. I just love the idea of being in rural Mongolia living a nomadic lifestyle even if its only for a day or two. I finally got the chance to stay in not one but four different yurts while visiting Mongolia and want to share my experiences of staying in yurts, what its like, and what to expect.  **This post contains affiliate links. If you click on one of the links or banners throughout the page, whether it…