Winter Terelj & Chinggis Statue Day Trip

Chinggis Khaan Statue & Gorkhi-Terelj in Winter

We pick you up from your accommodation at 08:30 and drive about 55 km (1 hour on a paved road) to the Chinggis Khaan Equestrian Statue at Tsonjin Boldog. Clad in shining stainless steel and standing 40 m tall, it is believed to be the largest equestrian statue in the world, and an elevator takes you up to a viewing platform on the horse's head for photos over the snowy steppe. Then drive about 40 km (1 hour on a paved road) to Gorkhi-Terelj National Park, about 70 km northeast of Ulaanbaatar, famous for its unique granite rock formations and pristine alpine scenery and a favorite weekend escape for city residents. First see the gigantic Turtle Rock, then ride horses for an hour through the Turtle Rock area and up the mountain for the view; no experience is required. Then take a short hike to the picturesque Aryabal Meditation Temple, a modern temple set in the middle of scenic rocky mountains: to reach it, you cross a suspension bridge and climb 108 steps, one for each bead of a Buddhist rosary. In the afternoon, take time to relax and enjoy the winter scenery. In the evening, drive about 60 km (1 hour on a paved road) back to Ulaanbaatar, arriving at your accommodation at around 18:00.