In 2019, prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, 570,000 foreign tourists visited Mongolia. A third of them came from China. As of October last year, this number surpassed 600,000, the country’s tourism revenue stood at more than USD 1 billion.

China, Russia and South Korea are Mongolia’s biggest source of tourists.

There is a 19-day journey, passing through Mongolia, reaching Moscow. That adventure style outdoors holiday is becoming an increasing trend amongst young Chinese professionals who want to go and experience something a bit different. There’s also the wellness aspect, that’s also starting to develop in Mongolia.