Soulful Journey Across Inner Mongolia: 5-Day Adventure of Starry Skies, Desert Smoke, and Grasslands

📅 Highlights of the Trip Horseback riding on the grasslands + camel trekking in the desert + full immersion in Mongolian culture Stay in a traditional Mongolian yurt on the grasslands + unique desert hotels All-inclusive meals, tickets, and seamless transportation Experience the profound Mongolian culture and natural wonders 🗓 Daily Itinerary Day 1: Arrival in Hohhot (Meeting Day) Transportation: Arrive at Hohhot Baita Airport/Train Station, private transfer to the hotel Accommodation: Four-star hotel in Hohhot city (Recommended: Jinjiang International/Shangri-La) Free Activity Suggestions: - Evening stroll at "Sai Shang Old Street" to enjoy roasted lamb leg, steamed dumplings, and milk tea - Visit "Great Mosque" (free entry) to admire Islamic architecture Tips: Prepare sunscreen and moisturizers in advance (Inner Mongolia has a dry climate) Day 2: Hohhot → Xilamuren Grassland (Approx. 2.5-hour drive) Morning: - Drive to the grasslands, enjoy the scenic Yinshan Mountain range along the way - Participate in Mongolian welcoming rituals: "Down Horse Wine" and "Offering Khata" Lunch: Grassland feast featuring hand-grabbed lamb and Mongolian milk tea Afternoon: ✅ Grassland Activities Trio - Horseback riding across the grasslands (includes basic instruction) - Visit a local herder's family (milk cows, wear Mongolian robes for photos) - Watch "Three Manly Skills" performances: horse racing, wrestling, and archery Evening: - Join a bonfire party and learn the traditional Andai dance - Stargazing on the grasslands (Milky Way visible in good weather) Accommodation: Traditional Mongolian yurt (modernized with private bathroom and air conditioning) Day 3: Grassland → Xiangshawan Desert (Approx. 4-hour drive) Early Morning: Optional grassland sunrise viewing (around 5:00 AM) Morning: - Visit "Honggeer Aobao" (featured in "Running Man") - Drive through the Kubuqi Desert Highway Afternoon: ✅ Xiangshawan Desert Experience - Ride a desert dune buggy to "Xiansha Island" - Activities: camel trekking, desert motorcycling, high-altitude ziplining - Capture stunning desert photos (recommended attire: red or white clothing) Evening: Stay at the Desert Lotus Resort Hotel (or nearby five-star hotel) Special Arrangement: Desert stargazing lecture (observe constellations through a telescope) Day 4: Xiangshawan → Mausoleum of Genghis Khan → Hohhot Morning: - Free activities: sand sliding, desert photography - Drive to "Mausoleum of Genghis Khan" (approx. 3-hour drive) Afternoon: ✅ Cultural Exploration - Tour the mausoleum's murals and Sulde Altar - Watch historical drama "The Great Khan" (optional) - Learn about the rise and fall of the Mongol Empire Evening: - Return to Hohhot (approx. 2-hour drive) - Dinner: Specialty oat noodle feast Accommodation: Same hotel as Day 1 in Hohhot city Day 5: Hohhot City → Departure Morning: - Visit "Inner Mongolia Museum" (free entry, closed on Mondays): ✦ Highlights: Dinosaur Fossil Hall, Xiongnu King's Golden Crown - Shop for souvenirs: beef jerky, dairy products, Mongolian medicine Afternoon: Transfer to airport/train station based on schedule, end of the trip Hohhot · Inner Mongolia