Gorkhi-Terelj National Park & Chinggis Khan Statue Day Tour

Explore Gorkhi-Terelj National Park with its stunning rock formations and peaceful nature. Visit Turtle Rock, Ariyaval Monastery, and a nomadic family to glimpse traditional Mongolian life. Enjoy horse riding on the open steppe, then see the 40-meter-high Statue of Chinggis Khan and its museum. Return to Ulaanbaatar in the evening.

Day 1
Discover the Gorkhi Terelj National Park
Location
Ulaanbaatar city
65km -1h 20m
Gorkhi Terelj National Park
40km -50m
Chinggis Khan Statue
54km -1h 1m
Ulaanbaatar city

Meeting with our guide and driver at the hotel, then departure.

Journey to Gorkhi Terelj National Park, a green and peaceful area just outside the city. The park features impressive rock formations shaped by erosion, forested mountains with pine trees, open plains dotted with wildflowers and edelweiss, as well as calm rivers and small lakes.

Visit to Turtle Rock, a remarkable rock formation that closely resembles a turtle. Continue to Ariyaval Meditation Monastery, a peaceful spiritual site surrounded by nature and rich in history.

Visit to a nomadic family to see how people live in the wide open steppe, far from cities and modern life, staying close to nature and the animals they care for. A chance to understand how herders move with the seasons, take care of their animals, and manage daily life in a simple and natural way. Time spent inside a traditional Mongolian ger, with its round shape, felt cover, and practical interior that shows the traditions and lifestyle of nomadic families.

Horse riding in the beautiful landscape with open steppe, gentle hills and wide sky, offering a unique insight into the nomadic way of life and an appreciation for the simplicity and beauty of living close to nature.

Visit to the 40-meter-high equestrian Statue of Chinggis Khan, the tallest statue in the world of a man on horseback, including access to the museum located inside the statue.

Back to Ulaanbaatar city, hotel drop-off.

Departures and price

I want to privatise this tour for me and my friends / family

Participant(s)
Price per person
2
180 $
3
140 $
4
100 $
5 - 6
90 $
7 - 8
80 $
9 - 10
70 $
This trip can be privatized on the dates of your choice, exclusively for you and your travel companions. The price for a private tour depends on the number of participants, as outlined in the pricing table below. Naturally, this itinerary is just a starting point. Based on your preferences and feedback, we will design a fully customized journey tailored to your needs — and we can always adjust the price, level of accommodation, type of vehicle, and other details to suit your expectations.

Included

Local Guide

Vehicle + driver + Gasoline during journeys

Water

Horse riding

Nomadic family visit

Chinggis Khan Statue entry fee

Entrance fees for the parks and museums indicated in the program

Lunch

Not included

International transport

Passport and visa fees (If needed)

Repatriation insurance

Travel insurance

Drinks/alcohols extras

Meals in Ulan Bator

Phone calls

Any excursion that is not indicated in the program

Attraction
Ariyaval Meditation Monastery
Ariyaval Meditation Monastery
Statue of Chinggis Khan - Tsonjinboldog
Statue of Chinggis Khan - Tsonjinboldog
Activity
Horse riding in Mongolia
Horse riding in Mongolia
Destination
Gorkhi Terelj National Park
Gorkhi Terelj National Park
Turtle Rock (Terelj National Park)
Turtle Rock (Terelj National Park)
Ulaanbaatar city
Ulaanbaatar city
Map
1 day
70 $per person
Difficulty:
1/5
Comfort:
5/5
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