Embark on an extraordinary 9-day retreat in remote and pristine Mongolia, where your body, mind, and soul will be nourished amidst untouched beauty. Escape the chaos of modern life and rediscover your authentic self.

Over the course of 9 days, our retreat will take you on a journey through the heart of Mongolia, with stays at two distinct locations that offer stunning and contrasting landscapes. Each of these locations is carefully selected for their beauty and seclusion, with unique lodges that provide a peaceful setting for you to rest and rejuvenate your body and mind.

DAILY ITINERARY

DAY 1

• • Welcome dinner and briefing by the guide
  • The day is free for rest and recuperation before beginning the journey across Mongolia
  • Wellness massage session
  • Welcome dinner and briefing by the guide
  • Meals: D

DAY 2

• • Early Yoga Session in a studio in town
  • Breakfast & checkout from the hotel
  • Drive to the Gun Galuut Nature Reserve /2 hr drive/
  • Visit Giant Genghis Statue enroute
  • Transfer to Steppe Nomads camp & lunch
  • Enjoy some free time to explore Gun Galuut Nature Reserve
  • Evening Yoga session & enjoy dinner 
  • Meals: B+L+D

DAY 3

• • Morning Yoga session and breakfast
  • Hike to Mt. Baits to spot wildlife and the beautiful nature/wildlife viewing not guaranteed/
  • Lunch at the ger camp or picnic
  • Hike to a nomadic family in the area and take part in their daily activities
  • Evening Restorative Yoga Session
  • Meals: B+L+D

DAY 4

• • Morning Yoga session and breakfast
  • Horse-riding to Gun lakes and Ayga lakes where lots of waterfowls arrive during the summer months /2-3 hr/
  • Lunch at the ger camp or picnic
  • Wellness massage
  • Enjoy delicious dinner and relax by campfire
  • Evening Yoga session
  • Meals: B+L+D

DAY 5

• • Morning Yoga session and breakfast
  • Drive to Elsen Tasarkhai (Bayan gobi) and Khugnu Khan nature reserve where we will see the gorgeous rocky mountains and 80-km long sand dune
  • Lunch at a ger camp or picnic
  • Visit a nomadic family and ride camels along the sand dunes /1-2 hr/
  • Dinner at the ger camp
  • Yoga session by the sand dunes /depending on the weather, might be indoors/
  • Meals: B+L+D

DAY 6

• • Morning Yoga Session & Breakfast
  • Hiking in Khogno Khaan Mountain with a visit to the Erdene Khamba monastery ruins
  • Lunch at the Sweet Gobi Geolodge
  • Free time to rest and explore
  • Sunset Yoga Session
  • Dinner at the ger camp
  • Free evening optional walking and stargazing
  • Meals: B+L+D

DAY 7

• • Morning Yoga session and Breakfast
  • Head to the UNESCO world heritage site Orkhon river valley and arrive at the ancient capital Karakorum
  • Visit Erdene Zuu, founded in 1586, the first Buddhist monastery in Central Mongolia
  • Visit Karakorum Museum
  • Drive back to the Lodge
  • Dinner & evening Yoga session
  • Meals: B+L+D

DAY 8

• • Early morning Yoga session
  • Breakfast
  • Drive back to Ulaanbaatar /4 hr drive/
  • Arrival and lunch
  • Explore the city on your own /or visit the State Department store or Chinggis Khaan Museum/
  • Enjoy a traditional folklore concert
  • Farewell dinner with your fellow travelers and your support team
  • Meals: B+L+D

DAY 9 | Departure

• • Breakfast & your morning will be at your leisure, depending on your flight time
  • Transfer to the Chinggis Khaan airport for your flight home
  • Meals: B

KEY DETAILS ABOUT THE RETREAT

YOGA PRACTICE

We will start our mornings in a peaceful and rejuvenating way with a morning Yoga practice. Led by certified Yoga instructors, you’ll begin with pranayama work, followed by a Vinyasa flow practice and meditation. Whether in a dedicated Yoga tent or ger, or surrounded by nature, you’ll bask in the morning sunlight and listen to the soothing sounds of the nature. This daily routine will help you connect with your body, mind, and spirit, and set the tone for a fulfilling day ahead. In the evenings, we will wind down with a relaxing Yin Yoga and Yoga Nidra session before bedtime.

MEALS ON THE RETREAT

Each day of our journey will begin with invigorating fresh detox juices to accompany our morning routines. While traveling, we’ll indulge in nutritious vegetarian or vegan meals, prepared to your preference, as we explore the stunning Mongolian landscapes. Though fresh produce may be scarce in Mongolia, we’ll make every effort to source locally grown food for our meals.

Our coffee and tea breaks will be enjoyed in picturesque locations, where you can savor locally-made vegan snacks and sip your beverage while taking in the serene views of the meandering rivers or verdant Mongolian steppe uninterrupted by any distractions.

OTHER ACTIVITIES

• Nomadic family visit: This authentic cultural experience will give you a deep appreciation for the nomadic lifestyle, one of the last remaining nomadic cultures on earth, and its importance to Mongolia’s cultural heritage.
• Active adventure: depending on the weather and the location, we will have different activities each day, including horse trekking, camelback riding, trekking and hiking, kayaking.
• Key attractions: UNESCO World Heritage Site Orkhon River Valley; Bayangobi Sand Dunes; Giant Genghis Statue; Ancient capital Karakorum; Erdene Zuu Monastery;.

DESTINATIONS 

• Gun Galuut Nature Reserve 

**Steppe Nomads Ger Camp**
Located in the tranquil Gun Galuut NR, Steppe Nomads Ger camp is an exclusive resort, offering two types of accommodations. The first choice is a standard Mongolian yurt, immersing guests in the authentic nomadic experience, albeit without a private bathroom or shower (which can be found in a separate building). Alternatively, guests may opt for the winter quarters with has indoor bathroom facilities. The resort also features a dedicated Yoga area, housed within a traditional Mongolian yurt, offering a serene environment for meditation and mindfulness practices.