2-Day Mongolia Tour to Terelj with Ger Stay and Horse Riding

2 Days Duration

Experiences

About This Tour

Embark on a 2-day private journey from Ulaanbaatar to the Genghis Khan Statue Complex and Gorkhi-Terelj National Park. Discover vast steppe landscapes, alpine s...

Duration: 2 Days · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Included · Standard · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: No · Cities: Ulan Bator, Gorkhi-Terelj National Park · Languages: English

Know before you go: Total distance: approximately 160 km round trip.; Activity level: moderate, including hiking and riding.; What to bring: sunscreen, a warm jacket (nights are cool), and a camera.

About Ulan Bator

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Ulan Bator

Uncover a surprisingly lively and culturally-rich cityscape beneath Ulan Bator’s concrete veneer with the help of a local guide from Everest Global Hub. Expect horse racing festivals, Mongol foods and more.

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What's Included

Private 4WD vehicle and fuel.
English-speaking professional guide.
All entrance fees (Statue, National Park, Temple).
Accommodation in a traditional Nomad Ger.
All meals (1 breakfast, 2 lunches, 1 dinner).
Horse riding session and local wrangler.

Not Included

International flights to and from Ulaanbaatar
Visa fees for obtaining a Mongolian tourist visa
Pre- and post-tour accommodation in Ulaanbaatar
Personal travel insurance, which is mandatory for all participants
Medical, trip cancellation, and emergency evacuation coverage
Personal clothing and gear, including hiking boots, waterproof jackets, and warm layers
Personal toiletries, such as towels, soap, and toothbrush
Sleeping bags for guests who prefer additional warmth beyond the provided bedding
Alcoholic beverages, including beer, wine, and spirits
Personal snacks and comfort food items outside the provided meals
Additional soft drinks and juices beyond the standard drinking water supply
Tips and gratuities for the guide, driver, and nomadic hosts
Optional gifts or offerings for host families
Extended horse riding beyond the included duration
Personal purchases, including souvenirs, handicrafts, and extra photography services at attractions

Itinerary

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Day 01

The Great Khan and Nomadic Hospitality

09:00 Departure from UlaanbaatarYour guide and driver will pick you up from your accommodation. Head east out of the city toward the steppe. 09:00 Departure from Ulaanbaatar Your guide and driver will pick you up from your accommodation. Head east out of the city toward the steppe. 10:30 Genghis Khan Statue Complex (Tsonjin Boldog)Visit the world's largest equestrian statue, a 40-meter-tall stainless steel masterpiece.Activity: Take the elevator up to the horse's head for a panoramic view of the surrounding hills.Museum: Explore the archaeological museum at the base, featuring artifacts from the Bronze Age and the Great Khan era. 10:30 Genghis Khan Statue Complex (Tsonjin Boldog) Visit the world's largest equestrian statue, a 40-meter-tall stainless steel masterpiece. Activity: Take the elevator up to the horse's head for a panoramic view of the surrounding hills. Activity: Take the elevator up to the horse's head for a panoramic view of the surrounding hills. Museum: Explore the archaeological museum at the base, featuring artifacts from the Bronze Age and the Great Khan era. Museum: Explore the archaeological museum at the base, featuring artifacts from the Bronze Age and the Great Khan era. 13:00 Arrival at Terelj National Park and LunchEnter the granite mountains of Terelj. Enjoy a traditional lunch, such as Tsuivan or Buuz, at a local Ger camp or with a host family. 13:00 Arrival at Terelj National Park and Lunch Enter the granite mountains of Terelj. Enjoy a traditional lunch, such as Tsuivan or Buuz, at a local Ger camp or with a host family. 14:30 Turtle Rock and Ariyabal TempleTurtle Rock: Make a quick stop for photos at this natural granite formation.Ariyabal Meditation Temple: Take a short hike up the hillside. The path offers peaceful scenery, and the view from the top is one of the best in the park. 14:30 Turtle Rock and Ariyabal Temple Turtle Rock: Make a quick stop for photos at this natural granite formation. Turtle Rock: Make a quick stop for photos at this natural granite formation. Ariyabal Meditation Temple: Take a short hike up the hillside. The path offers peaceful scenery, and the view from the top is one of the best in the park. Ariyabal Meditation Temple: Take a short hike up the hillside. The path offers peaceful scenery, and the view from the top is one of the best in the park. 16:30 Horseback RidingMeet your nomadic hosts and begin a 1-2 hour horseback ride through the larch forests and open meadows. 16:30 Horseback Riding Meet your nomadic hosts and begin a 1-2 hour horseback ride through the larch forests and open meadows. 19:00 Dinner and Nomad StaySpend the night in a traditional Ger. Enjoy a home-cooked meal with the family and experience the quiet of the Mongolian night under a canopy of stars. 19:00 Dinner and Nomad Stay Spend the night in a traditional Ger. Enjoy a home-cooked meal with the family and experience the quiet of the Mongolian night under a canopy of stars.
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Day 02

Nomadic Life Experience and Return to Ulaanbaatar

08:00 Nomadic Morning RoutineWake up to the sounds of livestock. You have the opportunity to:Watch or help with milking cows.See how traditional dairy products, such as Aaruul or Orom, are made. 08:00 Nomadic Morning Routine Wake up to the sounds of livestock. You have the opportunity to: Watch or help with milking cows. Watch or help with milking cows. See how traditional dairy products, such as Aaruul or Orom, are made. See how traditional dairy products, such as Aaruul or Orom, are made. 10:00 Exploration or ArcheryTake a final walk along the river or try your hand at traditional Mongolian archery, a skill central to nomadic history. 10:00 Exploration or Archery Take a final walk along the river or try your hand at traditional Mongolian archery, a skill central to nomadic history. 12:30 Farewell LunchShare a final meal with your host family, exchanging stories and tea. 12:30 Farewell Lunch Share a final meal with your host family, exchanging stories and tea. 14:00 Scenic Drive Back to UlaanbaatarEnjoy the changing landscapes as you leave the mountains and return to the capital. 14:00 Scenic Drive Back to Ulaanbaatar Enjoy the changing landscapes as you leave the mountains and return to the capital. 16:00 Arrival in UlaanbaatarDrop-off at your hotel or the airport. 16:00 Arrival in Ulaanbaatar Drop-off at your hotel or the airport.

Meeting Point

Meeting point: Энхтайвны Өргөн Чөлөө 206, Улаанбаатар, Mongolia · Tour start: Энхтайвны Өргөн Чөлөө 206, Улаанбаатар, Mongolia — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.