2-Day Mongolia Tour with Genghis Khan Statue Gorkhi Terelj National Park and Nomadic Ger Stay
Highlights
Ulan Bator
nature, cultural, photography
Private Tour
2 Days
Easy
English
Description
Embark on a 2-day private journey through Mongolia from Ulaanbaatar to Gorkhi Terelj National Park and the Genghis Khan Statue Complex. Discover vast steppe landscapes, alpine scenery and iconic landmarks while experiencing authentic nomadic life in a traditional Ger stay. Enjoy horseback riding across open meadows, visit Turtle Rock and Ariyabal Temple, and share cultural moments with local families. Taste traditional Mongolian meals and explore the countryside with expert guidance, blending adventure, heritage and immersive cultural discovery.
Itinerary
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Day 1: The Great Khan & Nomadic Hospitality
- 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 in the base, featuring artifacts from the Bronze Age and the Great Khan era.
13:00 Arrival at Terelj National Park & 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 & Ariyabal Temple
Turtle Rock: A quick stop for photos at this natural granite formation.
Ariyabal Meditation Temple: 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 Riding Meet your nomadic hosts and begin a 1–2 hour horseback ride through the larch forests and open meadows.
19:00 Dinner & 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 2: Nomadic Life Experience and Return to Ulaanbaatar
08:00 Nomadic Morning Routine Wake up to the sounds of livestock. You have the opportunity to:
Watch or help with milking cows.
See how traditional dairy products (Aaruul or Orom) are made.
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 Lunch Share a final meal with your host family, exchanging stories and tea.
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 Ulaanbaatar Drop off at your hotel or the airport.
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Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
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| 1 to 10 | /person |
| Child | |
| 1 to 10 | /person |
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This is a private tour |
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