Crooked Compass has launched a new Luxe Mongolia itinerary, introducing private vehicles, ensuite ger accommodation and a series of exclusive cultural experiences across the country.
The journey begins in Ulaanbaatar before travelling south by private 4WD, with experiences including a private audience with a lama at Dashchoilon Monastery, a visit to the Del Petroglyphs in the Gobi and a private desert dinner at the Flaming Cliffs of Bayanzag.
In Karakorum, guests attend morning chants at Erdene Zuu Monastery and take part in a private Mongolian calligraphy workshop.
The itinerary also includes time with a horse-herding family in the Orkhon Valley, where travellers prepare traditional dishes including hailmag and bituu shol.
A journey aboard the Trans-Mongolian Railway leads to Tunkhel Village for time with a local farming family, while accommodation throughout the itinerary combines the Shangri-La Ulaanbaatar with upgraded properties and private ensuite ger camps.
Crooked Compass has also upgraded its 12-day ‘Naadam Festival’ itinerary, which visits the regional festival in Arvaikheer rather than the larger celebrations in Ulaanbaatar.
Guests visit horse trainers before the event and attend traditional wrestling, archery and horse racing competitions.
The Naadam itinerary also takes in Hustai National Park, Karakorum, the Flaming Cliffs, Ongi Monastery, Mukhar Shivert Gorge and the White Stupa, with predominantly private ensuite ger accommodation now included throughout the overland journey.
