Terelj National Park & Chinggis Khaan Statue Day Tour
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Hotel Pick-Up
Meet your professional English-speaking guide and private driver at your hotel, then depart Ulaanbaatar and travel east toward the Mongolian steppe.
Chinggis Khaan Statue Complex
Explore the spectacular Chinggis Khaan Statue Complex, home to the enormous equestrian statue of Chinggis Khaan. Visit the museum, learn about Mongolia's legendary ruler, and enjoy panoramic views across the surrounding steppe.
Drive to Terelj National Park
Continue toward Gorkhi-Terelj National Park, taking in open grasslands, forests, rivers, and dramatic granite mountains along the way.
Mongolian Horse Riding
Experience one of Mongolia's most iconic traditions with a full one-hour horseback ride through the beautiful Terelj landscape, guided by a local horseman. No previous riding experience is required.
Traditional Mongolian Lunch
Enjoy a traditional Mongolian lunch at a local ger camp, trying local specialties in an authentic Mongolian setting.
Aryapala Meditation Temple Hike
Hike a scenic mountain trail to the Aryapala Meditation Temple, passing forest trail, prayer flags, and viewpoints with panoramic views of the surrounding valley.
Turtle Rock
Visit the famous Turtle Rock, one of Terelj National Park's most recognizable natural formations, with time to explore and photograph the area.
Nomadic Family Visit
Visit a local Mongolian nomadic family and step inside their ger to learn about traditional life on the steppe, meeting livestock, tasting Mongolian milk tea, and learning about traditional dairy production, depending on the season.
Return to Ulaanbaatar
Begin the scenic drive back to the capital, relaxing and enjoying the changing landscapes along the way.
Hotel Drop-Off
Arrive back in Ulaanbaatar and conclude your Mongolian adventure.
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