Inner Mongolia Signature Tour: Grassland and Desert

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Tour Code: ODY-NMG-2402

Destination:Inner Mongolia

Duration

11 Days

Tour Type

Private & Bespoke

Tour Style

Classic

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About This Trip

This 11-day tour will lead you on a discovery journey of Hulunbuir Grassland, Manzhouli, Hohhot, and Xiangshawan Desert Resort. From expansive prairies to lush forests, wetlands, deserts, and lakes, marvel at the stunning natural beauty. Discover the nomadic lifestyle in Mongolian yurts, and delve into the ethnic cultures of Mongol, Ewenki, and Russian. Engage in exciting desert activities for a truly memorable journey.

Itinerary Summary

DAY PLACE HIGHLIGHTS
1 Hulunbuir Arrival
2 Erguna

Hulunbuir Grassland, Local Family Visit

3 Genhe

Aoluguya Reindeer Village

4 Shiwei

Moerdaoga National Forest Park, Aoluoqi Manor

5 Heishantou

Wulan Mountain Scenic Area

6 Manzhouli

Matryoshka Scenic Area

7 - 8 Hohhot

Hulun Lake, Dazhao Temple, Mongolian Medicinal Incense Making

9 Xiangshawan Camel Ride, Ordos Wedding Performance, Bonfire Parties
10 - 11 Ordos

Mausoleum of Genghis Khan, Departure

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Day 1: Hulunbuir, Arrival

Upon landing at Hulunbuir Hailar Airport, be warmly greeted by your local guide and swiftly transferred via private vehicle to your hotel. Check-in, relax, and freshen up for the adventure ahead.

Hulunbuir

Day 2: Hulunbuir - Erguna, Hulunbuir Grassland

Hulunbuir Grassland presents a vast picture scroll of emerald-green grass, crisscrossing rivers and lakes, dotted with grazing horses and white yurts under the blue sky. A scenic, one-hour drive will take you out of the city and into the Morigele River Scenic Area. From a vantage point, overlooking the river meandering gracefully through such a picturesque landscape.

Continue driving for about 2 hours to a resort camp in Erguna (also called Ergun or E'erguna), where you'll dress up in folk costume and learn how to brew traditional Mongolian-style milk tea. Top off the day with a delightful visit to a local family of the Russian minority, sampling distinctive afternoon tea, enjoying an accordion musical performance, and gaining insights into their life.

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Erguna

Day 3:  Erguna - Genhe, Aoluguya Reindeer Tribe

After breakfast, set off on a captivating journey to Aoluguya Reindeer Village amidst the pristine forest area of Genhe in the Greater Khingan Mountains. The mysterious Ewenki people, known as China's only reindeer-herding tribe, have raised reindeer for centuries. Alongside your guide, learn about their half-nomadic life, feed adorable reindeer with fresh moss, and take a jungle walk to enjoy scenic surroundings.

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Genhe

Day 4: Genhe - Shiwei, Moerdaoga National Forest Park

This morning, travel onward to explore the mystical Moerdaoga National Forest Park. From the comfort of a sightseeing train, traverse through virgin coniferous forest, across pastures, and alongside folk villages to experience the pristine beauty.

About a 1.5-hour drive away, Shiwei Town on the border of China and Russia awaits you with the expansive Russian-themed Aoluoqi Manor. Major scenic spots include the world's largest Taichi Crop Landscape, boundary stone, and seasonal flower sea.

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Shiwei

Day 5: Shiwei - Heishantou, Wulan Mountain Scenic Area

After breakfast, depart on a scenic drive (about 2 hours) along the China-Russian boundary river - Ergun River, coming to the Wulan Mountain Scenic Area. From the viewing platforms, overlook a large "Taichi Diagram" formed by the curved river and meadows, and the Russian village on the opposite riverbank, the hometown of Katyusha. If you fancy getting more active, have fun in grass sliding, ziplining, and swing.

Spice up your onward journey with varied activities. Taste fresh-brewed milk tea and Mongolian snacks in a local herdsman's home, learn to write your name in Mongolian script, feed the lambs, play pitch-pot games, etc. Finally, spend the night in Heishantou town.

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Heishantou

Day 6: Heishantou - Manzhouli, Russian Matryoshka Square

After breakfast, drive about 2 hours to the impressive Mammoth Park, recognized by Guinness World Records as the "largest mammoth sculpture group." The 93 intricately crafted, life-sized paleontological sculptures, alongside Zhalai Nuoer Museum, offer an in-depth look at the world of mammoths.

A top sight you cannot miss in Manzhouli is the Matryoshka Scenic Area (locally known as Russian Taowa Square). There are eight functional areas to celebrate Russian culture, including Doll World, Russian Circus, and Folklore Hall. Marvel the world's largest matryoshka doll towering 30 meters, enjoy lively cultural performances and explore shops with Russian souvenirs.

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Manzhouli

Day 7: Manzhouli - Hulunbuir - Hohhot

Leave Manzhouli behind as you visit the majestic Hulun Lake en route to Hulunbuir. The vast expanse of shimmering waters, fringed by lush grasslands, makes for a tranquil escape into nature's beauty. You'll be transferred back to Hulunbuir for a leisurely walk around the iconic Genghis Khan Square and charming Hulunbuir Old Town before flying to Hohhot, the capital of Inner Mongolia.

After you touch down, meet your local guide for a private transfer to your comfortable hotel for a well-earned rest.

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Hohhot

Day 8: Hohhot, Mongolian Medicinal Incense Making

Your city tour in Hohhot starts with a morning visit to the revered over-440-year-old Dazhao Temple, dedicated to the Gelugpa branch of Tibetan Buddhism. Admire the Silver Buddha statue, dragon carvings, and murals, immersing yourself in the spiritual ambiance. Nearby, the 380-meter-long Saishang Old Street features brick and wooden buildings in the styles of the Ming and Qing dynasties (1368-1911). Wander through narrow lanes lined with traditional shops, sampling local snacks and browsing unique handicrafts.

This afternoon is set aside for an immersive tour into the world of Mongolian medicinal incense making. Know many kinds of all-natural ingredients, watch the intricate process of blending aromatic herbs and traditional remedies, and make your natural incense under the guidance of skilled artisans.

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Hohhot

Day 9: Hohhot - Xiangshawan, Resonant Sand Bay

About 3.5 hours away, Xiangshawan, literally "Resonant Sand Bay," beckons you with the majestic desert landscape and various activities in the Dalad Banner of Ordos. Backed by the expansive Kubuqi Desert, China's first desert-themed resort consists of a holiday village, a visitor's center, and four sand islands. Towering golden sand dunes stretch as far as the eye can see and give out a whistling or drumming sound.

Pack your day with sand explorations and entertainment events, from aerial cableway, camel ride, and sandboarding to the unique Ordos wedding performance. As the night falls, bonfire parties, Mongolian songs, and dances are staged under a starry sky.

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Xiangshawan

Day 10: Xiangshawan - Ordos

As you like, rise early to catch the breathtaking sunrise over the dunes. After breakfast and check-out, get ready for a snapshot tour around Kangbashi, the newest district of Ordos City. The once-dubbed "China's biggest ghost town," stuck with vacant new buildings, has now transformed into a vibrant modern hub with a charming urban landscape.

Then, journey to the Mausoleum of Genghis Khan, a revered cenotaph honoring the legendary Mongolian leader. Nestled in serene surroundings, grand halls house statues and relics detailing the Khan's achievements. You'll have the chance to witness the memorial ritual practiced by the Dalhut tribe for nearly 800 years. The remainder of today is free to explore or relax at your leisure.

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Ordos

Day 11: Ordos, Departure

At the appointed time, you are transferred to Ordos airport for the next leg of your journey, either home or to your next destination.

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05 Aug 2025

Second Honeymoon My wife and I celebrated our 20th anniversary by spending a few weeks touring around Asia. We loved how Odynovo worked with us to craft a tour of what we wanted to see and how we wanted to see it. This was our first time traveling with a private tour guide, and it was truly amazing. they took care of all transportation, tickets, and everywhere we went we had someone who not only spoke our language, but was also very well-versed in the places we were visiting. We saw Beijing and then took a bullet train to Xi'an. In both cities we had tour guides who had done this "a thousand times," and as a result knew all the tricks on where to take the best pictures, what lines to stand in, where to eat, and what not to waste your time seeing. At one point our guide pulled out ponchos from her backpack when it started to rain, while another helped us haggle for a good price on a new suitcase. We were surprised by how much we loved China, and it is safe to say that is because of the quality of service we got from Odynovo. Oh, and the hotels were great, too! In our first hotel my wife fell in love with her breakfast soup that she had to have every morning, while in Xi'an we were right around the corner from the Muslim Night Market and were able to get to it in less than 5 minutes of walking.We are already looking to see what tours we will be doing next through Odynovo, as the service was amazing, the quality was remarkable, and the cost was very worth it for what we received.
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05 Aug 2025

Fabulous! We had a fabulous experience with our guide and Odynovo walking the Great Wall of China, and all other sites in Beijing. We loved our Peking duck dinner. It was fabulous. Thank you, Sammie/Jing for a great experience.
domotic d

05 Aug 2025

Beijing Beauty It started off with a friendly face at the airport, with Roy, our tour guide.The week has been such a pleasure and a treat. From adventures to The Great Wall, Temple of Heaven and the Forbidden City, to local markets, delicious Beijing food and roof top tea houses.Roy and our driver, Mr. Zhou, were prompt in picking us up and driving us around safely.The knowledge and fact about history and Beijing that Roy knows and explains is amazing and the fact he could answer my weird and inquisitive history questionsnwoth ease was a treat.He made it so easy to enjoy ourselves and absorb all that was around us, he even takes great photos too! 😊Polite, kind and thoughtful and ever patient in letting us take our time with things that interested us.I would highly recommend this tour and Roy again and again.
Zarah B

05 Aug 2025

Amazing travel experience My name is Zarah M. Babangida a Nigerian and i visited Beijing with my colleagues from the office. During our 5 day stay in Beijing, Ms. Eva Ma, was our Tour guide and from the minute we came through the Arrival Gate of the Airport, we were embraced by her alluring smile and warm welcome. She remained consistent with her warmth, a kind and intelligent professional who exuded unique passion not just for her job as a tour guide but, even more so as a proud Chinese woman. Her outstanding insight and knowledge of the sweet Chinese history and heritage left us in awe. I couldn't be more proud and thankful that she was assigned to our group and she made our stay exciting, fun-filled effortless and knowledge packed. I absolutely commend her dedication to work which she depicted throughout our stay. I recommend her to every visiting tourist because to know Eva, is to love her. If it were up to me, i will increase her bonuses or upgrade her salary as i am sure most tourists would want or revisit for her sake first and then perhaps other reasons.Thank you Eva and keep the passion up🙌.

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