Mongolia Biking Experts

A 430 km fully supported cycling trip traversing in the Khangai Mountains, one of the few large mountain ranges in Mongolia. Experience pristine nature cycling through open valleys, wooded hills, knee-deep rivers, and mighty mountains of central Mongolia. Get acquainted with nomadic culture visiting herder families and see large flocks of grazing livestock including yaks and horses. Camp out each evening in beautiful locations including nights near river banks under millions of stars.

Highlights

• Cycling to traversing mountainous area in Mongolia
• Visit Mongol els sand dunes (elsen tasarkhai - the little gobi)
• Cycling in the world heritage Orkhon valley NP
• Relax at Tsenkher hot springs
• Visit Mongolian biggest waterfall
• Visit Mongolian ancient capital city Karakorum

The thought of the Gobi Desert stirs up images of sand dunes in people’s heads, but only about 3% of the Gobi is actual sand dunes whilst most of the terrain is flat with gravel and low vegetation. Though not as populous as other parts of Mongolia, there are nomadic families who live here tending to their livestock including two-humped Bactrian camels beside their herds of sheep, goats, and horses. The Gobi region was once a flourishing ecosystem that supported many types of lifeforms including dinosaurs confirmed by rich abundant fossil discoveries. On this 10-day trip including 6 days of cycling - reach the Flaming Cliffs, where an American explorer named Roy Chapman Andrews discovered the first-known fossilized dinosaur eggs in the 1920's, and also crawl up Khongor Sand Dunes, which is the most spectacular and one of the largest sand dunes in Mongolia.

Highlights

• Cycling trough Mongolian Gobi desert
• Visit Bayan zag where dinosaur bones and fossil mammals and the first nests full of dinosaur eggs ever discovered
• Visit top destination of Mongolian gobi the Singing sand dunes (Khongor sand dunes)
• Visit Yol valley (Yoliin am)
• Meet with modern Mongolian nomads

Pedal through the Orkhon Valley, a UNESCO site with an abundance of ancient nomadic history and breathtaking beauty. Explore Kharkhorum, the former capital of the Mongol Empire, amidst a variety of landscapes including wild grasslands, lush valleys, and majestic mountains. Take your time to enjoy the slow pace of cycling, soaking up the essence of nature's beauty and learning about traditional nomadic life while visiting historical landmarks. Enjoy an authentic Mongolian experience by staying in cozy gers or yurts, which offer a glimpse into nomadic heritage. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of nomadic existence on this unforgettable tour.

This trip is best organized between mid-June the end of September, offering you the flexibility to choose the most suitable dates for your adventure. Whether you're looking for pleasant weather, fewer crowds, or specific seasonal activities, this time frame provides the ideal conditions for an unforgettable experience.

Mongolia Biking Experts are introducing our well-planned cycling trip in the majestic Altai Mountain range. On this trip, you will see Mongolia’s highest peaks, meet people of Kazakh and Tuvan backgrounds, and learn about their nomadic traditions and how they are living nowadays. Each day we will cover 45-70 kilometers and cycle over +2,200 meters above sea level mountain passes. Enjoy panoramic views of snow-capped mountains, cycle across lush meadows and stay overnight near pristine alpine lakes.

In September, departure is available to include the Eagle festival in Mongolia.

Highlights

• Cycling in Majestic Altai mountains
• Visit largest petroglyph gallery in Central Asia
• Panoramic view of Mongolian highest peaks
• Visit Khoton lake a spectacular alpine lake
• Meet the Golden Eagle hunters

The Naadam Festival is the biggest annual celebration of Mongolia held during mid-July when the weather is most pleasant and the grass is greenest. Top competitors from all around the country partake in the three manly games of wrestling, horse racing, and archery. After enjoying the festivities, begin your 430-kilometer fully-supported cycling journey through the Khangai Mountains – one of the largest mountain ranges of Mongolia. Feel pristine nature cycling through lush valleys, forested hills, mighty mountains, and cross knee-deep rivers of central Mongolia. Get acquainted with nomadic culture by visiting herder families and see large flocks of grazing livestock including yaks and semi-wild horses. Camp out each evening in scenic spots including nights near river banks under thousands of stars.

Highlights

• Cycling to traversing mountainous area in Mongolia
• Visit Mongol els sand dunes (elsen tasarkhai - the little gobi)
• Cycling in the world heritage Orkhon valley NP
• Relax at Tsenkher hot springs
• Visit Mongolian biggest waterfall
• Visit Mongolian ancient capital city Karakorum

Embark on an unforgettable journey with the Blue Bear Winter Cycling Adventure: Ice Festival Experience in Mongolia, where breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural traditions come together in a spectacular winter setting. This unique tour invites you to explore the pristine beauty of Mongolia’s frozen wilderness while cycling through serene snowscapes and picturesque villages. As part of your adventure, you will witness the mesmerizing Ice Festival at Lake Khövsgöl, Mongolia’s largest freshwater lake, which transforms into a stunning playground of ice and snow each winter. Experience exhilarating activities, such as traditional ice fishing, horse sledding, and various ice sports, all while immersing yourself in the vibrant local culture. Throughout the tour, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with friendly locals, taste authentic Mongolian cuisine, and learn about the fascinating customs that define this enchanting country. Whether you are an experienced cyclist or a newcomer to winter biking, our expert guides will ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone.

A chance to roam through the cradle of nomadic empires just as riders did many centuries ago! Inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Site - Orkhon Valley Cultural Landscape is home to historical sites of ancient nomadic empires such as the Gokturks and the Mongols. Travel to Kharkhorum, which was once a site of the capital of the Mongol Empire. On this cycling trip, you’ll experience true freedom out in the wild grasslands of Mongolia - passing through lush valleys, mountains and pristine rivers. Suited for both beginner and advanced cyclists, biking through the northern part of the Khangai mountains will be a bit challenging but the rest of the journey is less demanding. The slow pace of cycling allows you to learn more about the nomadic lifestyle, enjoy beautiful landscapes, and visit historical and attractive sights along the way.

Highlights

• Visit Mongol els sand dunes (elsen tasarkhai - the little gobi)
• Camel riding at sand dunes
• Visit Ugii lake which is freshwater lake among the mountain steppes and grassy lands of central Mongolia.
• Cycling in the world heritage Orkhon valley NP
• Relax at Tsenkher hot springs
• Visit Mongolian biggest waterfall
• Visit Mongolian ancient capital city Karakorum
• Cycling through hundreds of livestock and visiting Mongolian nomad's home, learn about their lifestyle

This trip is best organized between mid-June to mid-September, offering you the flexibility to choose the most suitable dates for your adventure. Whether you're looking for pleasant weather, fewer crowds, or specific seasonal activities, this time frame provides the ideal conditions for an unforgettable experience.

The Altai Mountain range in western Mongolia is a paradise for cycling lovers, especially for extreme downhill mountain bikers. These majestic snow-capped mountains are the tallest peaks of Mongolia standing over 3,000 meters above sea level. Our fully supported mountain biking trip allows you to choose freely from which mountains you want to descend down from and make your own downhill trail. This trip is not only a breathtaking downhill cycling from high mountains, furthermore you are able to glimpse into the lifestyle of local Kazakh nomads, meet eagle hunters, learn about their traditions, and visit petroglyphs dating back 8,000 to 13,000 years ago.

Highlights

• Downhill mountain biking from 3000+ meters majestic Altai Mountains
• Choose freely downhill biking mountains
• To meet a glimpse of local Kazakh nomads
• To meet eagle hunters, learn their lifestyle
• Visit petroglyphs (11,000 - 6,000 BC) of the Mongolian Altai mountain range registered as a world heritage site by UNESCO

Imagine that you are cycling through the birthplace of Chinggis Khan, where he grew up through hardships and was eventually enthroned 8 centuries ago. A total of 7 days including 4 days of fully supported cycling trip will allow you to visit the great Khan’s homeland, where he was proclaimed as the ruler of the Mongol Empire. In addition to cycling through breathtaking natural beauty of Mongolia, you will get a chance to visit one of the four most important monasteries dating back to the 19th century, see large herds of livestock freely grazing in the wide open grasslands and visit dome-shaped, traditional felt homes of the Mongolian nomads.

Highlights

• Visit the place where enthroned by Mongolia's great Chinggis Khan
• Visit Mongolian freshwater lakes which are Blue and Khangal lakes
• Baldan bereeven monastery which was one of the 4 largest monasteries in Mongolia during the 19th century

Want a fun outdoor activity to do for a day in Mongolia’s pristine nature and see how Mongolian nomads are living? Then a cycling trip in Khan Khentii NP following a visit to the world’s largest equestrian statue of Genghis Khan will be the perfect choice for you. Even only 70 km away from the capital city, you can get a glimpse into the lifestyle of authentic Mongolian nomads.

Highlights

• Cycling in the Khan Khentii NP park which is a landscape of transition from Siberian taiga forest to grass steppe
• Visiting nomadic family
• Full supported cycling trip
• Visit the largest statue in the world of Chinggis Khaan