All of our 2025 small group journeys include performances of Mongolian music. Throat singing, Mongolia's must iconic musical form, is a travel favorite.

Khuumii, Mongolian throat singing, originated in the district of Chandamani in southwestern Mongolia's Altai Mountains. Blue Silk Travel is proud to showcase the legendary singers of this region in this first of an ongoing video series.

Eager to learn more about Mongolian music as you prepare for your trip? Founder and President Saranzaya Baatar travels to the Gobi Desert to talk with renowned throat singer N. Sanjaadorj and introduce traditional Mongolian music to our travelers.

In the first part of their conversation, Sanjaadorj plays the tsuur, an ancient wind instrument.

In the second part of their conversation, Saranzaya and Sanjaadorj discuss throat singing.

In the final installment, Sanjaadorj plays the morin khuur, or horse-headed fiddle. The morin khuur is Mongolia's most famous instrument, often used to accompany throat singing.