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Mongol History, Culture & Nature: A 2025 Educational Tour with Dr. Atwood
Odontuya Adiya
February 10, 2025
For over 10+ years, Mongolia Quest has strived to establish itself as the leader in educational travel in Mongolia through expert led, special interest and educational trips. Our pioneering expeditions have become legendary, making our company a well-known name in the Mongolian travel market.
We collaborate with the country’s top experts and rural communities to create meaningful learning opportunities. These unique tours feature national and international specialists as study leaders, sharing their invaluable knowledge and expertise.
This time, we invite you to join us on our exclusive educational journey to explore Mongolia with guest lecturer Dr. Christopher Atwood from the University of Pennsylvania—North America’s foremost Mongolian studies expert 🤗
🇲🇳 True Mongolian Quest with Dr. Christopher Atwood
May 30-June 13, 2025
Dr. Christopher Atwood on Altain Mountains, Khovd province, 2024
This journey begins in eastern Mongolia, where you’ll follow in the footsteps of the Great Mongolian Empire’s founders, exploring hidden historical sites connected to Chinggis Khan. Next, venture west to the Altai Mountains, home to ancient heritage, pristine landscapes, and authentic nomadic experiences. From there, travel south to the Gobi Desert, a land of dinosaurs and elusive snow leopards, uncovering its fascinating natural history.
Throughout the trip, Dr. Christopher Atwood will provide insightful lectures, enriching your experience as you engage in fishing, trekking, and horseback or camel riding. Accommodations include expedition-style tents and traditional gers, fully immersing you in Mongolia’s adventure.
Trip Highlights:
✔️ The empire-era "Human-Stones" (Khün-Chuluu) in the classic eastern steppe of Sukhbaatar Province;
✔️ The ancestral sites of Chinggis Khan in the lush, beautiful landscapes of Khentii Province;
✔️ Khovd Province, nestled in the Altai Mountains—meet and stay with the true nomadic families;
✔️ The legendary dinosaur fossil sites in the far southern South Gobi Province.
About the Leader:
 | Dr. Christopher Atwood, a frequent visitor to Mongolia since his first trip in 1989, enjoys exploring the countryside during his free time. He is the Chair and Professor of Mongolian and Chinese Frontier and Ethnic History at the University of Pennsylvania. His current research focuses on reconstructing lost Mongolian sources from the Mongol Empire and developing a new framework for understanding Central Eurasian nomads’ social history. Dr. Atwood has authored several notable works, including Young Mongols and Vigilantes in Inner Mongolia’s Interregnum Decades, The Encyclopedia of Mongolia and the Mongol Empire, and an English translation of The Secret History of Mongolia. He is a prominent scholar in Mongolian studies, has made significant contributions. |
Brief Itinerary:
Day 1 (May 30) - Arrival in Ulaanbaatar city;
Day 2 (May 31) - Drive to Sukhbaatar Province in Eastern Mongolia;
Day 3 (June 1) - Sukhbaatar Province / Altan Ovoo / Dariganga;
Day 4 (June 2) - Drive to Batnorov Village, Khentii Province;
Day 5 (June 3) - Visit Baldan Bereeven Monastery, Khentii Province;
Day 6 (June 4) - Drive back to Ulaanbaatar;
Day 7 (June 5) - Fly to Hovd Province in Western Mongolia;
Day 8-9 (June 6-7) - Explore the nomadic way of living;
Day 10 (June 8) - Visit Dorgon Lake;
Day 11 (June 9) - Fly back to Ulaanbaatar;
Day 12 (June 10) - Fly to Gobi Desert;
Day 13 (June 11) - Explore dinosaur fossils at Tugrugiin Shiree/Flaming Cliffs;
Day 14 (June 12) - Fly back to Gobi Desert;
Day 15 (June 13) - Departure.
Join us for a once-in-a-lifetime expedition, where history, culture, nature, and adventure come together in one trip!
📌 Student Discount – Celebrating 10 Years of Mongolia Quest!
To mark our 10th anniversary, Mongolia Quest is offering a 50% discount to eligible students and rangers on selected educational and conservation tours through the Mongolian Learning Academy project!
Who Qualifies?
✔️ Graduate students in Archaeology, Ornithology, or Mongolian Studies.
✔️ Conducting or planning research on Mongolia.
✔️ Willing to share their experience through a blog or social media feature.
📩 Apply at least 120 days before your tour by emailing [email protected] with the subject "Mongolian Learning Academy."
Don’t miss this opportunity to explore Mongolia at half the cost!
Our Other Featured Educational Tours - 2025
Check out our 2025 educational tours, designed to immerse you in nature and science while allowing you to become a citizen scientist and contribute to real research.
LOST DINOSAURS OF THE GOBI DESERT September 10-24, 2025  Trip Leaders: Dr. Phil Bell & Dr. Nic Campoine, University of New England | MONGOLIAN ARCHEOLOGICAL QUEST June 15-28, 2025  Trip Leader: Dr. Iderkhangai Tumur-Ochir, National University of Mongolia | DINOSAURS OF MONGOLIA September 6 – 20, 2025  Trip Leaders: Dr. Philip Currie & Dr. Eva Koppelhus, University of Alberta |
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