NOMADIC FAMILY HOMESTAY
This journey offers a unique opportunity to step away from modern life and connect deeply with nature, people, and centuries-old traditions.
Included
- Private local speaking guide
- Airport transfers in Olgii
- Accommodation stated in itinerary
- Countryside meals and drinking water
- Private 4WD transport with experienced driver
- National park and local entrance fees
- Nomadic family and cultural experiences
Excluded
- International and domestic flights
- Travel insurance
- Visa fees if required
- Personal expenses and souvenirs
- Alcoholic drinks
- Optional activities not listed
- Tips for guide and driver
Tour Itinerary
7 day routeArrival in Ölgii – Gateway to the Altai
Welcome to Bayan-Ölgii
Arrive in Ölgii, the cultural heart of Western Mongolia.
Upon arrival in Bayan-Ölgii, our team will warmly welcome you and transfer you directly to Galata Restaurant, where we will begin the journey with a special breakfast.
After breakfast, we will explore the center of Bayan-Ölgii, visit the local market, and discover the surrounding areas. This first introduction to the region will offer wonderful opportunities to photograph Kazakh culture, traditional clothing, local people, and everyday life.
In the evening, we will gather again at Galata Restaurant for a special dinner featuring a blend of traditional Kazakh and Turkish cuisine. This will be a relaxed opportunity to get to know the team and fellow travelers while receiving a brief introduction to the upcoming Western Mongolia adventure, itinerary, and travel arrangements.
Prepare for your journey into the countryside.
Accommodation: Local hotel
Meals: Full board
Journey to the Nomadic Family
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Travel through spectacular mountain valleys and vast open landscapes to a traditional Kazakh herder family.
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Meet your hosts and experience their warm hospitality.
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Learn about the traditional Kazakh ger, its handmade decorations and the meaning of family customs.
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Share a homemade dinner and enjoy your first evening with the family.
Accommodation: Nomadic family
Meals: Lunch and dinner
A Day in the Life of Nomads
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Wake up to the peaceful sounds of nature and the daily rhythm of nomadic life.
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Join the family in milking livestock and caring for their animals.
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Learn how traditional dairy products such as butter, cheese and fermented milk are prepared.
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Help prepare traditional meals and discover the secrets of nomadic cooking.
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Spend the evening sharing stories and enjoying traditional Kazakh hospitality.
Accommodation: Nomadic family
Meals: Lunch and dinner
Horseback Riding and Mountain Exploration
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Experience the traditional relationship between Kazakh nomads and their horses.
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Enjoy a horseback riding journey across beautiful pastures and mountain trails with an experienced local horseman.
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Visit nearby nomadic households and learn about their seasonal lifestyle.
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Capture stunning photographs of the Altai landscape and everyday nomadic life.
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Return to the family ger for a relaxing evening.
Accommodation: Nomadic family
Meals: Lunch and dinner
Kazakh Traditions and Eagle Hunter Experience
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Meet a local Kazakh eagle hunter and discover the ancient tradition of hunting with golden eagles.
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Learn about the training, care and special bond between the hunter and the golden eagle.
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Discover traditional Kazakh clothing, handicrafts and cultural heritage.
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Enjoy an authentic Kazakh meal and learn about the importance of hospitality in nomadic culture.
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Spend the evening with your host family, enjoying local stories and traditions.
Accommodation: Nomadic family
Meals: Lunch and dinner
Traditional Crafts, Local Food and Family Life
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Discover traditional Kazakh handicrafts, embroidery and felt-making techniques.
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Participate in preparing local dishes such as beshbarmak, kuyrdak and traditional dairy foods.
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Spend time with the family, learning about their values, customs and everyday routines.
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Enjoy a peaceful walk through the surrounding countryside and experience the beauty of the Altai.
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Share a farewell dinner with your hosts and celebrate the friendships made during your stay.
Accommodation: Nomadic family
Meals: Lunch and dinner
Farewell to Nomadic Life – Return to Ölgii
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Enjoy your final breakfast with the host family.
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Say goodbye to your hosts and take home unforgettable memories of authentic nomadic life.
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Travel back to Ölgii through the breathtaking landscapes of Western Mongolia.
The journey begins and ends at Galata Restaurant.
Every Mon journey begins at Galata Restaurant, where we warmly welcome our guests with a traditional breakfast and an introduction to the rich culinary culture of Western Mongolia before setting out on the road.
At the end of the journey, we return to Galata Restaurant for a special farewell evening featuring a carefully prepared dinner and live traditional music. It is a chance to relax, share stories, look back on the adventures we have experienced together, and celebrate the friendships made along the way.
Because for us, a great journey is about more than the places you visit. It is also about good food, beautiful music, wonderful people, shared stories, laughter, and the memories created together.
From the first breakfast to the final farewell, Galata Restaurant is where our journey begins — and where unforgettable memories come together.
Accommodation: Local hotel
Meals: Full board
Tour Info
- Duration7 Days
- Starting price (per person)$1,800 / person
- LevelModerate
- Group2-6 People
- SeasonFor 12 months