Full Day Chinggis Khaan Statue & Terelj NP Tour +Horseride, Eagle
Description
Early in the morning, we will pick you up from your accommodation, and we will head to the east of Ulaanbaatar to visit the Chinggis Khaan Equestrian Statue (Tsonjin Boldog Complex). The statue is considered the world's largest equestrian statue the site is associated with historic events where Chinggis Khaan found a golden whip. After lunch, you will drive to Terelj National Park and take an hour-long horseback riding tour in the Terelj NP valley with the interesting rock formations of. Next to Turtle Rock, you will catch Eagle on your shoulder. Then you will hike to the Ariyabal Temple. The temple is located on the slope of the mountain and is a great place for a short hike. Terelj's geographical unique shape was created by the influence of water and wind through millions of years. Therefore, you can take beautiful scenic photos. After the full-day trip, we will transfer you to your UB accommodation or the airport.
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Itinerary
We travel to the nearest and famous tourist destination to Ulaanbaatar, Gorkhi-Terelj National Park and the Chinggis Khaan Equestrian Statue (Tsonjin Boldog Complex), a statue with 40meters height which is considered the world's largest equestrian statue. You will get to know more about the Great Mongolian Empire, as well as the history of Mongolians in the heart of Asia and their conquest throughout the world.
You will see the nature of the southwestern region of the Khenti Nuruu Mountain range, which is the end of the Siberian taiga. The natural scenery and fresh air in this mountainous forest area with unique rock formations are extraordinary. You will experience horseback riding which played an essential role in the Mongolian nomadic lifestyle.
Apart from its nature, one of the most beautiful spots in Gorkhi-Terelj National Park is Aryabal Temple. The temple is located nearby Turtle Rock, 56 km away from Ulaanbaatar city. Surrounding areas attraction full of granite formation set among scenic valleys and hills with a winding river and groves of trees. The God Aryabal is a Buddhist God who listens to all the prayers of humankind and helps to release humankind from suffering. The temple was built in the shape of an elephant’s head. The stairs leading to the temple consist of 108 steps which is an auspicious number in Buddhism. It also symbolizes the elephant’s elongated trunk. Moreover, signs with 144 Buddhist teachings, written in English and Mongolian, lined the sides of the path to the temple.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We can pick you up from your accommodation in any location in UB and the airport as well.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(17)
Our trip to Mongolia was truly an incredible experience, made even more special by the wonderful team behind it. A huge thank you to the Zaya for organising everything so smoothly and thoughtfully. From the itinerary planning and arrangements to the coordination throughout the journey, everything was handled professionally and seamlessly. We always felt well taken care of. A very special thank you to our guide Enkhee, who was absolutely fantastic. Your knowledge, patience, warmth and genuine passion for Mongolia made the journey so much more meaningful. You didn't just show us the sights—you helped us understand the culture, history, traditions and beauty of this amazing country. Your stories and little insights are memories we will carry with us. And of course, a big thank you to our driver, who deserves a special mention! Navigating the long roads, vast landscapes and sometimes challenging terrain with such patience and professionalism gave us great peace of mind. You were always reliable, helpful and cheerful, and made our journey comfortable from beginning to end. Mongolia itself was breathtaking—vast open landscapes, endless skies, beautiful nature, fascinating culture and the warm hospitality of its people. But having such a wonderful guide and driver made the experience even more memorable. **Thank you for making our Mongolia adventure so enjoyable, comfortable and unforgettable.** 🇲🇳❤️ We came as travellers, but we left with wonderful memories, incredible photographs and a deeper appreciation for Mongolia. We would wholeheartedly recommend this agency, guide and driver to anyone planning a trip to Mongolia. **Until we meet again, Mongolia! 🐎🏔️💙**
We had such an amazing experience during this tour. Our guide, Obe showed us the true Mongolian experience. It did not feel like it was a tour but more of a friend showing us his heritage. It wasn’t rushed, we took our time to explore, eat great food & even stopped by a Ger for some horse milk! Our commute was comfortable. The hospitality was great & the spots he brought us were beautiful. Definitely one for the memory books. Thank you Obe for spending the day with us & being family.
I would 100% recommend this to anyone visiting Mongolia who only has a day to spare. Obe was the best guide that anyone could ask for, speaks and explains clearly and throws in heaps of knowledge as well. Every part of the tour was a highlight, even randomly stopping for horse milk.
We had a great day - our guide was very knowledgeable and gave us a great introduction to Mongolia and Mongolian history. She made sure we got to the Chinggis Khaan statue just as it opened and guided us straight up to the top so we could get photos before the other tourists arrived. Horse riding was also a highlight. The tour was a great way to start our Mongolia trip.
The tour Is a most. Excellent experience. Our guide was very helpful.
Dear Ana, Thank you so much for choosing our company as your tour provider. It was our honor to be part of your Mongolia trip. Thank you again & Wishing you many more beautiful travel ahead!
We booked a last minute private tour (2 days before) and everything turned out perfect and seamless! We reached out to Meet Mongolia via WhatsApp, and they were incredibly helpful and prompt in their responses. My husband and I wanted to modify the tour on their website -- and they were more than happy and accommodating to change things specifically towards our wants. The day of the tour, our guide promptly picked us up on the dot in our hotel lobby, where we then jumped into a comfortable SUV with driver. On the way out to the sights, we stopped along the way to pick up any food/snacks we wanted from a large Carrefour supermarket. Our guide also bought us plenty of water for our day trip there as well. From there, we stopped at the Chinggis Khaan Statue/museum, visited Turtle Rock, held an eagle, and visited the Monastery, before heading back to our hotel in the city. Overall, we had a fantastic time, seeing everything we wanted to see on our tour. Our guide (I can't remember his name) was amazing. His English was perfect, and we really enjoyed our time with him. He was incredibly informative, but we also really liked how he gave us authentic and honest descriptions of places/history without it feeling too touristy. We would definitely recommend this tour to other travelers, and would reach out again if we ever return to Mongolia!
Dear Nicole, Thank you so much for your wonderful and detailed review. We’re truly happy to hear that your last-minute tour turned out seamless and enjoyable. It means a lot that you appreciated our flexibility, your guide’s service, and the authentic experience throughout the day. We’re very grateful for your recommendation and would be delighted to welcome you both again whenever you return to Mongolia. 😊 All the bests, Team
This was a wonderful and comprehensive tour with a very knowledgeable and friendly tour guide. I would definitely recommend it to anyone who wanted to see some of Terelj. I was very impressed that they gave helmets to the group when we rode horses, as many places do not do that.
Dear Lydia, Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation! We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed the Terelj tour and had a great experience with our guide. Safety is always important for us.Thank you again for traveling with us, and we truly hope to welcome you back to Mongolia someday! All the bests, Team
We were picked up on time and had a great day. Everything was adhered to as stated in the program. I would do this tour again immediately.
vielen herzlichen Dank für Ihr wunderbares Feedback! Es freut uns sehr zu hören, dass alles pünktlich und wie geplant verlaufen ist und Sie einen so schönen Tag hatten. Es bedeutet uns viel, dass Sie die Tour jederzeit wieder machen würden – das ist das schönste Kompliment für uns. Wir würden uns sehr freuen, Sie in Zukunft wieder bei uns begrüßen zu dürfen! Mit freundlichen Grüßen, Meet Mongolia Team
We were worried because English was not our first language, but they paraphrased it in a way that was easy to understand and the explanation was very easy to understand. The amount of knowledge was also amazing and I had a lot of experiences! Thank you very much. I hope to see you again the next time I visit Mongolia!
温かいレビューと心温まるお言葉をいただき、誠にありがとうございます。モンゴルでの旅に携わり、この特別な体験を共有できたことを大変嬉しく思います。これからも素晴らしい冒険と楽しい旅が続くことを心よりお祈り申し上げます。 心からの感謝を込めて ミート・モンゴリア チーム
The tour was absolutely fantastic! Must do when in mongolia. It was pricey even considering it was private, but was worthy.
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! 😊 We’re thrilled to hear that you had a fantastic time and that the tour was a highlight of your visit to Mongolia. We really appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again on another adventure in Mongolia! All the bests, Team
