Embark on an intrepid student trip abroad to Mongolia, discovering this country’s fascinating nomadic culture, traditions and history.
Contribute to a meaningful community service project, assisting a public school to create a more welcoming learning environment.
You’ll get to stay in traditional nomadic dwellings, explore the alluring history of the Mongol empire and sample unique Mongolian cuisine.
why you’ll love this trip
- Travel to Mongolia, the land of Ghenghis Khan and a country steeped in ancient history and culture.
- Stay in a ger, a traditional Mongolian dwelling still used by nomadic people today.
- Explore the history of Mongolia and the vast Mongol Empire at the National Museum of Mongolia.
- Support a public school outside the capital, creating a more comfortable learning environment for the children who attend the school.
- Immerse yourself in Mongolia’s nomadic culture, experiencing traditional dances, music and the unique art of khoomi throat singing.
Welcome to Mongolia! Upon arrival in Ulaanbaatar, you’ll meet your Infuse Travel Program Leaders at the airport and be warmly welcomed to this exciting student trip abroad.
First up: your first Mongolian meal! Try some local delicacies, then head to your hotel to settle in. Once you’re settled, you’ll participate in a short orientation to prepare you for your upcoming week on this Mongolian school trip.
Hit the ground running on this student trip abroad with a 300-step climb to the Zaisan Memorial for views of Ulaanbaatar! The climb will get your blood pumping and take your breath away.
You’ll spend your first day on this Mongolia school trip learning all about the rich history and culture of Mongolia. Delve into the extensive history of nomads and the vast Mongol Empire at the National Museum of Mongolia. Explore the intricate games and puzzles of the Mongols at the International Intellectual Museum.
Today is all about service work on this student trip abroad. You’ll spend the day supporting a public school in the district outside Ulaanbaatar city, helping to create a more welcoming and comfortable learning environment for children living in the ger district, an area without water or sewage infrastructure.
When you’ve finished your work for the day, you’ll head to your accommodation for the next few nights: a traditional ger hut! Enjoy dinner and evening activities in the ger, it’s quite the experience!
Wrap up your service on this Mongolia school trip by enjoying a cultural performance by the students from the school where your group volunteered. Be ready to possibly showcase a cultural performance of your own!
On the way back to your ger hut, make a stop at the impressive 130-foot-tall Genghis Khan Equestrian Statue, part of the Genghis Khan Statue Complex along the bank of the Tuul River.
Hike to the mountainside Buddhist monastery Aryabal Temple in Gorkhi-Terelj National Park and spend some time reflecting on your experience so far on this Mongolia school trip.
Spend the rest of the day immersing yourself in Mongolia’s fascinating nomadic culture. First, take a lesson in archery, one of Mongolia’s traditional sports. Then, enjoy the peaceful surroundings before visiting a herding family to try different types of dairy products.
It’s time to make your way back to Ulaanbaatar. Marvel at the views over the expansive city as you return to where you started your student trip abroad. Look out for snow patches, camel crossings and a hospitable family’s ger to stop for tea.
Spend the day shopping for souvenirs at fair trade stores around Ulaanbaatar. In the evening, enjoy an exciting cultural show featuring traditional dances, music from various ethnic groups and the unique art of khoomi throat singing.
At dusk, commemorate your time in Mongolia with our closing Infuse Ties ceremony, an Infuse tradition to help you reflect on your experiences on your student trip abroad.
Today your Mongolia school trip comes to an end. Enjoy your final moments in Mongolia and with your new friends before departing for the airport. We hope you’ve enjoyed your time in this vast, nomadic land!
"I absolutely love working with my travel coordinator at Infuse Travel - Alanah. Her patience with assisting with all our concerns and queries was amazing. Her professional knowledge and ability to accommodate our personal college requirements is also much appreciated."
Marie Manning, Teacher, St Clare’s College
