This time last year I kicked off an epic Trans-Mongolian train adventure with the 3-day Naadam Festival in Ulaan Bataar. Here’s my guide on what to expect during the festival and tips on how to make the most of it. The Naadam Festival is Mongolia’s biggest event...
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Mongolia is a fascinating country, often overlooked but always enjoyed. See Mongolia from the Trans-Siberian railway. Located in the valley of the Tuul river, surrounded by picturesque mountains, Ulaan Baatar is the laid back provincial capital of a nomadic nation.
The Naadam Festival, Mongolia
When travelling from Moscow to Beijing aboard the legendary Trans-Siberian, why not stop in Ulaan Bataar in time to witness the spectacle of the opening ceremony of the Mongolian Naadam Festival as the locals battle it out in the three manly games – archery, horse riding...
Trans Siberian Trip & Naadam Festival
What could possibly be better, more mind-blowing and unforgettable than a trip on the Trans Siberian express? Why, the same thing plus one of the world’s most incredible displays of wrestle mania! At the Nadaam Festival Mongolian men battle each other in all manner of combat...
Beijing to Moscow by Train
Beijing to Ulaanbataar to Moscow. Over 7500 km of amazing scenery and life in one five minute video, beautifully shot with a fab Mongolian soundtrack. What’s not to love about this video? Makes us yearn to be back on rails! Of course, you can take this...
Top 5 Deserts of the World (4 minute read)
Deserts are among the most dramatically alluring natural landscapes in the world. Their stark beauty is timeless, and life here exists at the mercy of the elements. Deserts are wild, harsh places, and we love exploring them, photographing them and learning more about these mystical places....
A frosty winter on the Trans-Siberian
One of our travellers went with us on a Trans-Siberian train journey last December and had these amazing photos of snowy Mongolia – and a few of Russia – to share with us. Enjoy!
A Throw to the Ground
The annual Naadam Festival is a celebration of traditional Mongolian culture taking place in July. Over three days, the ‘Three Manly Games’ are performed by participants for the enjoyment of locals and fascinated foreigners alike. Watch ‘A Throw to the Ground’ and get a feel for...
The Mongol Rally 2012
On The Go Tours is proud to announce that we’ll be sponsoring Trekking in Tweed, a team in this year’s Mongol Rally. This is the ultimate race – just take a look at the video below! The Mongol Rally, by The Adventurists on Vimeo Don’t feel...
Katie & Evan in Mongolia
Katie’s tummy hurts from giggling so much, and we’ve giggled along at this latest blog too. Nothing like a flatulent horse to get one giggling, right? It’s the latest from Team Kevan’s Trans-Siberian adventure.Thanks Katie! Our last morning on the train we were woken up very early...
Team Kevan on the Trans-Siberian train
Katie and Evan leave Moscow to cross a third of the globe on the legendary Trans-Siberian railway. Cue large amounts of vodka, a strange smurf-like Finnish man, one or two visa issues and a large helping of relief on arrival in Mongolia. All aboard! We departed the...