Ulaanbaatar

Ulaanbaatar is the general base for all business and development and it is the natural headquarters from which go all major travels to countryside. The city was originally established as a movable Buddhist monastic center in 1639 and situated in a valley at an elevation about 1350 m (about 4,430 ft.), surrounded by four holy peaks. From the beginning of the 21st century, new hotels, restaurants and supermarkets, public places, business districts have emerged and transformed the city into a thriving metropolis. With a population of 1.6 million, it is the political, cultural, industrial, and transportation center of the country. Ulaanbaatar is connected by highway to all major towns in Mongolia and by rail to the trans-Siberian and Chinese railroad system. Ulaanbaatar is a unique city that represents 2 different aspects of living. One aspect, high rise buildings characterize the city center shows the modern lifestyle, however, the other, thousands of traditional Mongolian "Gers" in the vicinity, an area referred to by locals as "ger district" shows a glimpse of the nomad lifestyle. The city boasts numerous impressive museums and wide selection of restaurants. Although it is located at the highest altitude with the coldest climatic conditions, Ulaanbaatar will welcome you warmly.

Our tours start and are managed from Ulaanbaatar. Therefore you will have at least 1-2 days in the city during which we will take you to the Sukhbaatar square and museums, as well as an amazing cultural performance and shopping places.