Chinggis Khan Equestrian Statue
Day Trip ยท Nature & History

Terelj & Chinggis Khan Day Trip

Mountain scenery, nomadic culture, and the world's largest equestrian statue โ€” all in a single unforgettable day. Terelj National Park and Tsonjin Boldog await.

Duration
1 Day
Group Size
Max 8
Best Season
Year-Round
Guide Language
English
Transport
Private Vehicle
Starting From Per Person
$125 / Day
About This Journey

Terelj & Tsonjin Boldog โ€” One Day, Two Wonders

Ride a Mongolian horse through mountain valleys, sway atop a Bactrian camel, and stand before the most iconic monument in all of Asia โ€” all in a single, carefully crafted day.

After a short drive from Ulaanbaatar, Terelj National Park opens before you โ€” granite peaks, green valleys, and crystal-clear streams. Your first hour is spent on horseback, following mountain trails that nomadic families have ridden for centuries. Then, a 15-minute camel ride gives you a gently swaying view of the whole valley.

After a traditional Mongolian lunch, you drive to Tsonjin Boldog โ€” home of the extraordinary 40-metre Chinggis Khan equestrian statue. Explore the empire museum inside the base, then ascend by lift to the viewing deck at the statue's head for a breathtaking 360ยฐ panorama of the steppe.

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Horse Riding ยท 1 Hour
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Camel Ride ยท 15 min
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Chinggis Khan Statue
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Terelj National Park
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Lunch Included
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Panoramic Views
Daily Schedule
08:30
Departure from Ulaanbaatar
Your guide and private vehicle will pick you up from your hotel. The drive east takes approximately 1.5 hours โ€” enjoy the gradually opening steppe landscape as the city fades behind you.
10:00
Chinggis Khan Statue Complex โ€” Tsonjin Boldog
Arrive at the world's largest equestrian statue โ€” a gleaming 40-metre steel monument of Chinggis Khan rising from the open steppe. Explore the Mongol Empire museum at the base, then ascend by lift through the horse's neck to the viewing deck at the statue's head for a breathtaking 360ยฐ panorama of the surrounding plains.
11:45
Bactrian Camel Ride โ€” 15 Minutes
Experience the gentle sway of a two-humped Bactrian camel at the foot of the great statue. A memorable moment and a wonderful photo opportunity with the monument as your backdrop.
12:30
Lunch โ€” Included
Sit down to a traditional Mongolian meal at a local restaurant. Savour classic dishes such as tsuivan (stir-fried noodles), buuz (steamed dumplings), and freshly baked bread with local dairy. Lunch is fully included in the tour price.
14:00
Horse Riding in Terelj โ€” 1 Hour
Drive into the stunning Terelj National Park and mount a Mongolian horse. Ride through river valleys and past dramatic granite rock formations for one full hour. Your guide accompanies you at all times โ€” all experience levels are welcome.
15:30
Aryabal Meditation Temple
A short hike up the forested hillside leads to Aryabal โ€” a peaceful Buddhist temple perched above the Terelj valley. Colourful prayer flags, stone carved mantras along the trail, and a serene mountain atmosphere make this a quietly unforgettable stop.
17:30
Return to Ulaanbaatar
Your driver will take you back to your hotel, arriving in the early evening. If you wish, you can stop along the way at a craft shop for handmade Mongolian souvenirs โ€” cashmere, felt art, or silver jewellery.

One day, two unforgettable destinations

Our specialists will tailor this Terelj & Tsonjin Boldog day trip to your schedule and preferences.