Terelj Park & Genghis Khan Statue Day Trip from Ulaanbaatar

A nomadic family will show you how they actually live on the Mongolian steppe.

This day trip from Ulaanbaatar combines two of Mongolia's most recognizable sites: the towering Genghis Khan Statue Complex and Terelj National Park. You'll hike through the park's hills with a local guide, eat lunch at a tourist camp, and spend time with a nomadic family learning about their traditional way of life. Hotel pickup and drop-off, a professional guide, transport by air-conditioned minivan, bottled water and lunch are all included. Groups stay between 2 and 6 people.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Genghis Khan Statue and Terelj Park

• Pickup from Ulaanbaatar hotel at 9:00 AM
• Explore Genghis Khan Statue and museum
• Hike in Terelj National Park with guide
• Lunch at tourist camp
• Visit nomadic family and learn culture
• Optional one-hour horseback ride
• Return to Ulaanbaatar hotel

The experience

Your day starts with a 9:00 AM pickup from your hotel in Ulaanbaatar, heading straight to the Genghis Khan Statue Complex. The statue itself stands 132 feet tall, holding a golden whip and facing out across the steppe: a monument to Mongolia's legendary past. You'll explore the on-site museum with its historical artifacts before moving on to Terelj National Park, where the landscape opens up into rolling hills and open grassland.

Once in Terelj, you'll spend 4 to 5 hours hiking through the park's scenic terrain with your guide, stopping for lunch at a cozy tourist camp. The centerpiece of the afternoon is a visit to a nomadic family's ger, where you'll learn firsthand about their traditions, daily routines and how they've lived on the steppe for generations. If you want to experience the landscape the traditional Mongolian way, you can add a one-hour horseback ride to explore the surrounding hills. The tour wraps up with a comfortable return to your hotel in Ulaanbaatar.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Ulaanbaatar.
• professional guide in your chosen language.
• transport by air-conditioned minivan.
• bottled water throughout the day.
• lunch at a tourist camp in Terelj National Park.

Options for this experience

5 options

4 PAXGuide in 4 languages · 09:00Tour of Terelj National Park and the Chinggis Khaan Statue, pickup is included

5-9 PAXUp to 9 people · Guide in 4 languages · 09:00Tour of Terelj National Park and the Chinggis Khaan Statue, pickup is included

3 PAXUp to 3 people · Guide in 4 languages · 09:00Tour of Terelj National Park and the Chinggis Khaan Statue, pickup is included

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2 PAXUp to 2 people · Guide in 4 languages · 09:00Tour of Terelj National Park and the Chinggis Khaan Statue, pickup is included

1 PAXUp to 1 people · Guide in 4 languages · 09:00Tour of Terelj National Park and the Chinggis Khaan Statue, pickup is included

You pick the guide language when booking.

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00

Book up to1d before

AgesAdult (12 to 70 years) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3)

GroupUp to 15

Live guideEnglish, Chinese, Japanese and Korean

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.You can choose from 7 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportPublic transport nearby

Operated by Discover Mongolia Travel

Is this one for you?Groups stay between 2 and 6 people, so you travel with a small group rather than a large tour bus. If you're booking for one or two people, confirm your preferred group size at checkout, as options vary by party size.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Korean, Chinese and Japanese.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3).

What's the Genghis Khan Statue Complex actually like when you get there?

The Genghis Khan Statue Complex features the 132-foot statue itself (one of the world's tallest equestrian monuments) plus an on-site museum with historical artifacts and exhibits about the legendary Mongol leader. You'll have time to explore both before heading into Terelj National Park.

Can I ride a horse during this tour?

A one-hour horseback ride through the surrounding landscape is optional and available during your time in Terelj National Park. You can choose to add it or skip it depending on your preference and experience level.

How much time do you actually spend with the nomadic family?

The nomadic family visit is part of your 4 to 5 hours in Terelj National Park, which also includes hiking, lunch and the landscape itself. Your guide will arrange the timing so you have meaningful time to learn about their way of life and traditions.

Is this tour suitable if I'm not very fit?

The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels. The hiking in Terelj is through scenic hills at a pace your guide sets, and the nomadic family visit and museum exploration don't require strenuous activity. If you have specific concerns, mention them when booking.

What happens if I'm traveling alone?

Solo travelers can book this tour. The minimum group size is one person, though a minimum of two people per booking applies to some options. Check the available group sizes at checkout to find the option that works for your situation.