Top Things to Do in Inner Mongolia: The Ultimate Adventure
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đ Experience the Wild Beauty of Inner Mongolia: A 5-Day Adventure
Looking for a truly unique adventure in China? This five-day Inner Mongolia itinerary takes you deep into the heart of the regionâs wide-open grasslands, where nomadic culture meets epic outdoor experiences. From horseback riding across endless plains to sharing meals with local herdsmen, this is the kind of journey that stays with you forever.
Perfect for small groups of 2 to 8 people, this tour offers a highly personal experience guided by passionate locals who proudly share their culture and land. This 5-day, 4-night experience is priced at just ÂĽ3,980, and includes everything: meals, drinks, transport, activities, and even accident insurance.
đ Itinerary Overview
đ Day 1 â Arrival in Xilinhot City
Arrive before 5:10 PM to begin your Inner Mongolia adventure.
Your guide will greet you and get you ready for the days ahead.
đ Day 2 â Scenic Drive & Herdsman Culture
Explore the breathtaking grasslands of Inner Mongolia along the famous Dada Line and discover the volcanic landscapes of Zhenzi Mountain.
đ´ Brunch: Enjoy a traditional breakfast at a local herdsmanâs home with milk tea, milk curd, rice noodles, hand-held lamb, and fresh eggs.
đ˝ Dinner: Savor an authentic copper pot hotpot prepared by your hosts.
đ Stay: Cozy overnight homestay with a herdsman family.
đ Driving time: Approximately 4 hours.
đ´ Day 3 â Horse Riding, Go-Karts & Foraging Fun
Dive into a full day of outdoor activities in the open grasslands.
đ Horseback riding across the Mongolian steppe
đ Go-karting through the scenic plains
đ Mushroom picking with locals
đ´ Brunch: Chinese stir-fried dishes at a local restaurant
đ˝ Dinner: Enjoy a traditional grassland barbecue under the stars
đ Stay: Overnight in a local herdsmanâs homestay
â° Day 4 â Volcanic Wonders
Explore Inner Mongoliaâs unique volcanic landscape and hidden mountain gems.
đť Visit Pigeon Mountain and the Pingding Mountain Volcanic Group
đ´ Brunch: Try handmade Mongolian-style buns at a herdsmanâs home
đ˝ Dinner: Chinese stir-fry at a nearby restaurant
đ Stay: Final night at your herdsmanâs homestay
đ Driving time: Approximately 4 hours
đ Day 5 â Culture & Farewell
Wrap up your adventure with visits to important cultural and spiritual sites.
đŻ Visit Beizi Temple and Erdun Obo Mountain
đ§ľ Explore ethnic handicrafts and local artisan goods
âď¸ Recommended departure: Book your return flight from Xilinhot after 6:05 PM
â Whatâs Included
âď¸ All meals and drinks
âď¸ Accommodation in traditional herdsman homestays
âď¸ All listed activities and entrance fees
âď¸ Transportation with private driver and fuel
âď¸ Commercial accident insurance
đĄ Note: The itinerary may be adjusted based on local weather or conditions.
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Chilled sour plum soup
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Ming Dynasty-era wooden homes
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