Discover Inner Mongolia: Autumn Landscapes and Secret Cultures of the North
Golden forests, rolling grasslands, and lesser-known cultures — Inner Mongolia at its most stunning.
⌛️ Duration:
~8 days/7 nights
🚩 Group size:
4 - 6 pax
🌍 Language:
English
👣 Transport:
By car
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Overview:

Autumn transforms Inner Mongolia into a painter’s palette. Fiery forests, volcanic mountains, and wide-open grasslands create landscapes that feel untouched and vast. Beyond the familiar images of China’s bustling cities and iconic temples, this region introduces travelers to lesser-known cultures, including Mongolian herders and Russian minority communities, and colorful border-town livelihoods. This journey reveals a different, richer China, where nature, culture, and history meet in surprising ways — perfect for travelers seeking beauty, discovery, and authentic cultural experiences.

Flexible cancellation:

  • Full refund if cancelled 30 days or more before departure
  • 50% refund if cancelled 15–29 days before departure
  • No refund if cancelled less than 15 days before departure

We recommend comprehensive travel insurance for additional protection against unforeseen changes.

What’s Special:

☑️ Autumn at its most stunning: Golden larch and birch forests, volcanic peaks, and vast rolling grasslands 🍂

☑️ Hidden cultures of Inner Mongolia: Meet Mongolian herders, explore a Russian minority village in Enhe, and discover the colorful streets of Manzhouli

☑️ Authentic experiences: Stay in a traditional Mongolian yurt on the grasslands, go horseback riding, and wander scenic forest and riverside trails

☑️ A photographer’s paradise: Endless skies, vibrant autumn colors, and landscapes few travelers have ever seen

Journey Highlights:

Arxan National Forest Park & Mountains

  • Hike volcanic trails framed by autumn foliage
  • Explore forest lakes and mineral springs
  • Photographer’s paradise

Manzhouli Border Town

  • Wander Matryoshka Doll Square and colorful streets
  • Experience Russian-influenced architecture and border-town culture
  • Optional traditional costume photography

Enhe Russian Village

  • Explore streets lined with wooden houses and leafy trees
  • Taste authentic Russian cuisine
  • Optional horseback riding

Erguna Grasslands & Wetlands

  • Explore open grasslands and walk among birch forests
  • Stay in a traditional Mongolian yurt for an immersive nomadic-style experience
  • Visit the Morigele River and enjoy sweeping autumn landscapes

Hulunbuir Departure

  • Transfer to airport for onward flight
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Pickup & Route

Pickup: Ulanhot Airport ✈️ (Only domestic flights)

Route: Ulanhot → Arxan → Manzhouli → Enhe → Erguna → Hulunbuir

Dropoff: Hulunbuir Hailar Airport

What’s included:

Accommodation: 7 nights (mix of boutique hotels and a traditional Mongolian yurt stay)
All meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner each day with local specialties
Private driver & transport: Comfortable car/van with professional driver throughout the journey
Bottled water: Two bottles per person per day
Entrance fees: Tickets to all listed scenic areas and cultural sites
English-speaking trip leader
Travel insurance: Basic domestic (within China) accident coverage included. We strongly recommend guests also purchase comprehensive international travel insurance before departure.

Not Included:
International or domestic flights to/from Inner Mongolia
Personal expenses (souvenirs, extra snacks, etc.)
Comprehensive international travel insurance

Optional Add-ons:

Horseback riding on the grasslands
Traditional costume photography in Manzhouli
Hotel room upgrades (subject to availability)

Flexible Cancellation:

Full refund if cancelled 30 days or more before departure
50% refund if cancelled 15–29 days before departure
No refund if cancelled less than 15 days before departure