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Inner Mongolia Horseback Riding: Grasslands, Deserts & Culture

A Drive through Inner Mongolia

Destination:ChinaProvince:Inner MongoliaCity:Ardosu
A Drive through Inner Mongolia
The China Adventure5 min

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A Drive through Inner Mongolia. This China travel video was filmed by The China Adventure. Watch the full journey and explore the filming details and destinations on this page.

Every step from the vast grasslands to the deserts was a new discovery. The locals were friendly and welcoming, eager to share their culture and traditions. The food was delicious, with flavours and spices that were new to me. Riding on horseback through the grasslands was a highlight, as was watching the sunset over the sand dunes. Overall, Inner Mongolia was an unforgettable experience. I would highly recommend it to anyone seeking adventure and a taste of a different way of life.

--- The China Adventure
April 24, 2023, Spring in China

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The China Adventure travels through Inner Mongolia from Shanghai, starting in Ardosu and exploring the Xiaomo region. The five-day trip moves from desert dunes and a green lake to a Mongolian yurt and Wudang Monastery. The traveler attends a fire show, hears local music, rides a horse across the grasslands and ends at a geopark. The itinerary shows the region's varied landscapes and opportunities to learn about local culture.

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A Drive through Inner Mongolia

Desert and a Mongolian yurt

The China Adventure sets out from Shanghai for a five-day journey through Inner Mongolia. After arriving in Ardosu, the traveler obtains a car and heads to the Xiaomo region. One of the first excursions is a drive across sand dunes to reach a green lake. The route across the sand is unusual and becomes one of the memorable parts of the trip. The traveler also rides a camel in the desert.

A visit to a traditional Mongolian yurt brings a change of scenery and a chance to try local food. The traveler spends time with the people there and learns about their way of life. The journey then continues to Wudang Monastery, described as the largest Tibetan Buddhist monastery in Inner Mongolia. Its quieter setting contrasts with the open desert and driving earlier in the itinerary.

Grasslands and a geopark

The grasslands are another major part of the trip. The traveler attends a traditional fire show and listens to local music, then goes horseback riding across the open terrain. The ride provides a way to experience the scale of the region at ground level.

The final stop is a geopark with unusual landforms. Visitors can explore its landscape and may rent an astronaut suit for photos. Across five days, the route moves from desert to grasslands, a yurt, monastery and geopark, showing how different the region's scenery can be. The traveler shares personal impressions and interactions with local people throughout, while the itinerary relies on driving to cover the broad distances. Renting a car offers flexibility for reaching the sites, and the trip includes time for cultural visits as well as outdoor activities.

FAQs (From the traveler's perspective)

Q: How long was The China Adventure's Inner Mongolia trip?
A: The traveler spent five days exploring the region, using a car to visit different landscapes and cultural sites.
Q: What outdoor activities did the traveler try?
A: The itinerary included driving over sand dunes, riding a camel in the desert and horseback riding across grasslands.
Q: Which cultural sites did the trip include?
A: The traveler visited a Mongolian yurt and Wudang Monastery, and attended a traditional fire show with local music.

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Embark on a breathtaking journey through Inner Mongolia, where endless grasslands meet dramatic deserts. Experience the warmth of the local culture, savor unique flavors, and witness unforgettable sunsets. A horseback ride across the vast plains and the serene beauty of the sand dunes create an adventure you won't soon forget. This is a trip that will change your perspective.

Attractions in this video: Wudang Monastery, Mongolian Yurt, Geo Park