Mongolia · Rural Experiences

1-Day Chinggis Khan Statue and Terelj Tour with Nomad Lunch

1 Day Round trip from Arkhust Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the giant Chinggis Khan Equestrian Statue and enjoy panoramic views from the horse head
02 Explore two small museums with private collections of Bronze Age and 13th-century archaeological findings
03 Savour a traditional lunch with a hospitable nomad family and experience riding a Mongolian pony horse
04 Pass the iconic Turtle Rock and hike to a Buddhist meditation center in the mountainside

Escape the busy city and discover the stunning landscapes, history, culture, and local life of Terelj National Park on this full-day tour. Visit the giant Chinggis Khan Equestrian Statue, admire the high mountains, pass the iconic Turtle Rock, and explore a Buddhist meditation center. Along the way, enjoy a traditional lunch with a nomad family and experience riding a Mongolian pony horse with a local guide.

Enjoy a fascinating panoramic view from the statue's horse head.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Ulan Bator, Gorkhi-Terelj National Park

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Chinggis Khan Statue, Turtle Rock and Buddhist Meditation Center

Pick up by your Mongolian tour guide and driver from the hotel at 9 a.m.
Take a short drive to the Chinggis Khan Equestrian Statue Complex, a 40 m-tall statue of Genghis Khan on horseback.
Upon arrival, visit two small museums inside the complex, featuring private collections of archaeological findings from the Bronze Age and the 13th century. Enjoy a fascinating panoramic view from the statue's horse head.
Take a scenic drive through magnificent alpine mountains and arrive at a nomad family's house.
Savour a traditional lunch offered by the hospitable nomad family.
Experience riding a Mongolian pony horse with a local guide and have a good time.
Pass through the iconic Turtle Rock and drive to the Buddhist meditation center on the mountainside. Explore the center on a stunning hike, crossing a short trail bridge and climbing the steep 108 stairs. Take in every last bit of the unique scenery before ending this active adventure in Ulaanbaatar.

Meals: L

Distance: 170 km - 3.5 hours

The route