Mongolia

WOMEN ONLY

TOUR TO MONGOLIA

In far Western Mongolia, traditional eagle hunters await the first snowfall, when the footprint trails of wild animals appear in the white. This declares the start of hunting season — and one of the most well-known festivals in Mongolia.

Group size

Up to 14

Trip length:

9 days

Activity Level:

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS

Sleep in a luxe ger in Terelj National Park

Explore the beauty of this untouched national park and stay in an authentic ger, nestled amidst rolling hills.

Witness the Golden Eagle Festival

A unique event where eagle hunters demonstrate their skills amidst stunning mountain landscapes.

A mesmerizing cultural performance

Watch a special cultural performance of Mongolian throat singing and traditional dancing.

Visit Local Family

Experience Kazakh culture and hospitality as you visit with a local family in the quiet like town of Ulgii.

Tales as old as time

Listen to tales passed down through the centuries at Monument of Genghis Khan.

Explore the largest active monastery

Learn about Mongolia’s roots in Tibetan Buddhism, with a stop at the country’s largest and most important active monastery.

TRAVELER LOVE

"Bata [our guide] is the best! She's warm, inviting, friendly, communicative. I loved talking with her and she was so wonderful with interpreting between our drivers, local guides, and families. Can't say enough good things. She's just a genuine personality who speaks candidly and proudly of her country. I loved getting to know her."

JESS W.

TRIP DETAILS

Mongolia is vast, with sprawling landscapes which are a huge element of its beauty. We’ll spend some necessary time on the road, traveling through amazing landscapes.

Due to the remote location of The Golden Eagle Festival, hotel options are limited. We stay at the top rated option, but it may not stand up to Western standards of hospitality. A positive attitude goes a long way.

Proof of travel insurance is required before joining day 1 of any Meetup Tour. International flights are not included.

For this Meetup Tour, 50% of your final balance is due by May 20th, 2025. This will be non-refundable. Additionally, this is the same date to transfer or cancel your reservation without incurring any penalties.

This is because hotel options in Mongolia are very limited, so we must settle payments with our hotels early. Some towns only have one reputable hotel, and we’ve managed to reserve our space there. For this reason, this deadline is crucial to securing the best available accommodations for our group.

INCLUSIONS

Stay in hand-picked hotels

Feature stay in a traditional Ger

All tips for included activities

Arrival airport pickup on day 1

1 domestic roundtrip flight

8 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 3 dinners

All activities listed in the itinerary

Twin share rooms

Transportation in private vehicle, 4WD and airplane

Max group size of 14 solo female travelers

Expert local guide for the whole tour

MEET YOUR NEW BFF

People often leave our Meetup Tours with friends for life and couches to crash on all over the world.

GUARANTEED SOLO TIME

Spend it with friends or explore on your own, but take time to reflect on your incredible journey.

GET YOUR BEAUTY SLEEP

Enjoy our hand-picked accommodation combining the best of design, location and comfort.

TOUR AT A GLANCE

WELCOME TO Mongolia!

Airport pickup and welcome meeting

DAY 2 - Ulaanbaatar

Morning city tour to Gandan Monastery and listen to monks morning chanting. Visit Bogd Khaan Palace museum and Zaisan hill

DAY 3 - Ulgii

Flight to Ulgii

DAY 4 - Ulgii

See the Golden Eagle Festival! Dinner with a local kazakh family in the evening

DAY 5 -Ulgii

Golden Eagle Festival and final ceremony

DAY 6 - ulaanbaatar

Flight to Ulaanbaatar, solo afternoon, and evening cultural show

DAY 7 - Terelj National Park

Hike to see a Mongolia sunset & sleep in a ger tent camp

DAY 8 - Ulaanbaatar

Solo afternoon

FAREWELL FOR NOW

Breakfast, goodbyes and check out

YOUR TRIP ITINERARY

Day 1

WELCOME TO Mongolia!

Airport pickup and welcome meeting

Sainbainuu! Welcome to Mongolia. Your arrival transfer will meet you at the airport and take you to your accommodations in Ulaanbaatar. We recommend you arrive by 3pm to be sure you are in time for the welcome meeting.

This is a fascinating city where elderly Mongolians in traditional dress mingle alongside the nation’s youth and business elite. If you have time, get out and explore ‘UB’ on your own before meeting your group for a welcome meeting at 6pm.

Please make sure you have your passport, insurance and next of kin information ready to give to your leader at the meeting. After the meeting, join your fellow travelers for an optional dinner at a local restaurant.

Meals: dinner (optional)

Day 2

Ulaanbaatar

Morning city tour to Gandan Monastery and listen to monks morning chanting. Visit Bogd Khaan Palace museum and Zaisan hill

While the mention of Mongolia typically conjures up images of remote, rugged mountain ranges and vast steppes, the capital city of Ulaanbaatar is a thriving metropolis. Explore the world’s coldest capital on a morning tour through the city and surrounding area.

Visit Gandan Khiid, Mongolia’s largest and most important active monastery, whose name means “Great Place of Complete Joy.” Here, you’ll learn about Tibetan Buddhism, the primary religion of Mongolia.

Get a bird’s eye view of the sprawling city from atop Zaisan Hill, before exploring the range of fascinating artifacts — from Bogd Khan’s throne to his stuffed animal collection — at the Winter Palace Museum. In the afternoon, explore the city’s many museums and learn about Mongolia’s turbulent history, including the reign of the feared-but-respected Genghis Khan.

Meals: breakfast

Day 3

Ulgii

Flight to Ulgii

Board a two-hour flight to the town of Ulgii, located high in the mountains of Western Mongolia, and the site of the famous Golden Eagle Festival. This area is home to the Kazakh people, Mongolia’s largest ethnic minority group, who have maintained the ancient tradition of hunting with trained eagles.

Explore the quiet “frontier” charm of Ulgii on a tour with your guide, with stops for lunch and a relaxing break at a local coffee shop. In the evening, visit an eagle hunter’s family to learn about the precious bond between the eagle and the master.

Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 4

Ulgii

See the Golden Eagle Festival! Dinner with a local kazakh family in the evening

Today, you’ll get to experience the once-in-a-lifetime Golden Eagle Festival! In the morning, set off in your 4WD vehicle to reach the festival site (approximately two hours’ driving time). You’ll spend the entire day at the festival grounds, immersed in traditional Kazakh culture. See events like the eagle and master competition, in which the berkutchi, or eagle hunters, release their eagles from a hilltop to show how the eagle responds to its master’s calling.

Other events include a game in which horse riders compete to grab coins from the ground at full gallop, and a competition to see whose eagle can catch a dummy rabbit or fox within the shortest time. Watch the berkutchi parade, which honors the best-dressed berkutchi, best-looking eagle, and best-decorated horse. In the evening, visit a local Kazakh family for dinner and a small performance.

Meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 5

Ulgii

Golden Eagle Festival and final ceremony

Enjoy a second day at the festival, watching more competitions and marveling at the impressive skills of these talented hunters, riders, horses, and eagles. Finish your day with an awards ceremony to celebrate the winners of this year’s Golden Eagle Festival.

Meals: breakfast and lunch

Day 6

ulaanbaatar

Flight to Ulaanbaatar, solo afternoon, and evening cultural show

Hop on your flight back to Ulaanbaatar and enjoy a free afternoon. Whether it’s indulging in some local shopping, relaxing at the hotel, or embarking on a solo adventure, this time is yours to unwind.

As the evening approaches, regroup with your fellow travelers. Immerse yourself in Mongolia’s rich heritage by attending an exciting cultural show!

Meals: breakfast and lunch

Day 7

Terelj National Park

Hike to see a Mongolia sunset & sleep in a ger tent camp

In the morning we’ll set off to Terelj National Park! On the way, stop and visit the huge Genghis Khan Monument. The statue of the legendary horseman who conquered half of the known world in the 13th century, can be viewed from miles away.

You can even climb up the structure and see the view from atop. We’ll arrive to our accommodation surrounded by rolling meadows dotted with munching yaks, forested hills, and jagged rock formations – the perfect place to take in Mongolia’s natural beauty.

Get lost in stories from your guide about Mongolian customs and culture as you hike through the gorgeous hills until you on reach a local Buddhist retreat. Take in the wonderful views across the gers and rocky escarpment as you experience a memorable Mongolian sunset. Sleep in an authentic Mongolian ger under the stars.

Meals: breakfast, lunch, and dinner

Travel time: approx 2 hours

Day 8

Ulaanbaatar

Solo afternoon

Travel back to Ulaanbaatar and drive past roadside shrines or ‘ovoos.’ Take in the unique views of the ger suburbs one more time before arriving in the metropolis where you’ll check back into your hotel. Tonight, celebrate the end of your journey around Mongolia with a farewell dinner and reflect on the adventure of a lifetime.

Meals: breakfast

Day 9

FAREWELL FOR NOW

As your tour comes to a close, ask your guide to help arrange transportation to the airport or to your next destination. Enjoy breakfast, and if you’re like us, start dreaming about your next adventure!

Meals: breakfast

HAND-PICKED ACCOMMODATION

Our accommodation is carefully chosen to give you the best combination of comfort, location, and style. These are photos from our collection of favorite hotels to give you a sense of the accommodation you can expect with us. All of our accommodation is 4 and 5 star with many beautiful views in prime locations.

NOVOTEL, ULAAN BATAAR

This clean, comfortable hotel islocated at the heart of the city centre, within walking distance from the famous Government House, Great Chinggis Khaan Square, offices and embassies.

GER CAMP

Sleep under the stars surrounded by the remote wild hills of Terelj National Park in a traditional ger, a Mongolian felt-covered roundhouse style structure with a wooden frame. They are collapsible and portable homes, suitable for nomadic living. The exterior and interior walls and roof of modern gers are covered with white canvas making them more comfortable and airy living spaces.

BAYAN, TSAMBAGARAV HOTEL, UGLII

After a full day out at the Eagle Festival, this hotel makes for the perfect base for you to rest, shower and have a good meal before heading out again the next day.

MEET BATA

YOUR GUIDE FOR THE TRIP

She is the proud mother of five children, a true queen of multitasking, and a constant source of positivity with her bright smile and endless patience. Her love for Mongolia runs deep, and despite her small stature, she is incredibly large in heart. Her passion, patience, and boundless ambition drive her to make every tour more unforgettable than the last, always striving to share the beauty and spirit of her homeland with others.

Dates & Prices

Prices listed in USD

We sell out fast!

Hold your spot with a $550 deposit that goes toward the total cost of your tour.

Flexible payment plans

Pay what you want when up want with the balance due 90 days before departure.

Free transfer

Change your dates or your destination one time for free, just give us at least 90 days notice.

Dates	Priced from	Book Now
October 1 - 9, 2025	$4,590.00	Book Now

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

WHAT ARE THE ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE DETAILS?

Arrival: Fly into Mongolia’s main international airport, Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBIA)

An airport transfer is included if you arrive one Day 1. Our tour starts at 6pm, so we recommend that you arrive no later than 3pm on day 1. However, we will pick you up from the airport anytime.
If you arrive a day or two early, the airport transfer is not included. Please email us directly if you book flights outside this window so we can assist with arranging a transfer and an early night in the hotel.

Departure: Ulaanbaatar International Airport (UBIA). You can leave anytime on the last day, but we recommend staying for breakfast and leaving around check out time.

A departure transfer is not included. Please ask your guide to help arrange your ride to the airport.

If you want to stay an extra day or two, we can help arrange extra accommodation for you – just reach out to [email protected] to set this up.

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED?

Airfares
Tips for your local guide and driver
Visa fees if applicable
Travel insurance (mandatory)
Airport drop off

PAYMENT & REFUND POLICY

A non-refundable $550 deposit is required to hold your spot.
Final payment is due 90 days before departure.
Pay as much as often as you like until the due date.
If you cancel your spot earlier than 90 days before departure, you can apply your payment to any trip within the next year.
No refunds on deposits.

DOMESTIC FLIGHTS

On rare occasions, any domestic flight that we include in this trip may be changed or canceled with little notice. Remember, we cannot control the decisions that airlines make, so sometimes amendments will need to be made to our mode of transportation. Rest assured that if this happens, we will still get you to your destination. Part of the unique experience of traveling in any form is having the flexibility and grace to embrace detours.

DO I NEED A VISA?

Citizens of the UK, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and most EU countries will need a visa to enter Mongolia as a tourist for up to 30 days. Citizens of Canada will not need a visa for visits up to 30 days and citizens of the USA will not need a visa for visits of up to 90 days. Citizens of other countries should check with the relevant consulates as to whether a visa is required. If a visa is required, you will need to obtain it in advance. There is no visa on arrival in Mongolia at land or air borders.

WILL THIS ITINERARY CHANGE?

The itinerary is subject to change due for any reason – weather, unexpected cancellations, impromptu local opportunities, or surprise additions.

All bookings are subject to our terms and conditions.

DO I NEED TRAVEL INSURANCE

Comprehensive travel insurance is mandatory or you may be refused to join the tour. We require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency repatriation.

Here is the link to our favorite Travel Insurance provider for citizens of the USA and Canada. We recommend enrolling in travel insurance before you book your flights, in case you need to make any changes to your flight plans.

HOW MUCH LUGGAGE CAN I BRING?

We recommend you pack on the lighter side, ensuring that you are able to carry and lift your own luggage and walk with it for short distances or up or down a flight of stairs. Help will be on hand in most locations, but there may be times you need to handle your own luggage, for example in airports and to your hotel rooms.

KIND WORDS FROM OUR TRAVELLERS

"I loved the experience of the Eagle Festival. It surpassed all my ideas of what was involved. Our guide was a highlight for me. She was so generous, kind and knowledgeable."

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐MARY D.

"I've been on 4 SoFe tours, and I won't book with anyone else now. Everything is taken care of so all you have to do is make friends, have fun, and relax."

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐KATE

"I was so nervous about it, but it ended up being absolutely amazing. The 6 of us women got along so well! A true sisterhood."

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐EMMA J.

PHOTOS FROM THE ROAD

We looove to collect and share photos from our Solo Female Traveler Meetup Tours. To see more images from Mongolia, check out the stories on our Instagram! @solofemaletravel. When you travel with us, tag @sofetravel so we can find your posts.