Uncommon Odysseys

On this exciting voyage you will explore the Great Wall of China at Beijing, and see the terra-cotta soldiers guarding China’s ancient history at Xi’an; continue through the “hidden country,” the mysterious and little-traveled Tibet, to the land of enigmatic nomads, Mongolia. The tour combines the experience of two different cultures in Asia as well as two different political and social environments. Learn about the rise and fall of Chinese imperial dynasties, uncover the secrets of Buddhism and feel at one with nature in the wilderness of Genghis Khan’s motherland.

Naadam Festival is probably the most important and exciting event of the year in Mongolia. It runs for three days in July, in all parts of the country, gathering the greatest athletes in Mongolia’s most popular sports: wrestling, archery and horse-racing. The festival starts with a colorful parade of athletes, monks and soldiers dressed in Genghis Khan-style uniforms. Visiting Mongolia during Naadam gives you an opportunity to see the best of Mongolian traditions in sports, folklore, cuisine and art.

On this exciting voyage you will explore the Great Wall of China at Beijing, and see the terra-cotta soldiers guarding China’s ancient history at Xi’an; continue through the “hidden country,” the mysterious and little-traveled Tibet, to the land of enigmatic nomads, Mongolia. The tour combines the experience of two different cultures in Asia as well as two different political and social environments. Learn about the rise and fall of Chinese imperial dynasties, uncover the secrets of Buddhism and feel at one with nature in the wilderness of Genghis Khan’s motherland.