4 Days-The Best of Mongolia Collection tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Drive to The Elsen Tasarkhai semi-desert
1 stop
1
Elsen Tasarkhai
Today, our tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel and drive to the Elsen Tasarkhai semi-desert and the Khugnu Khan Natural Reserve. Sand dunes surround this unique region, rolling hills are covered with rare shrubs, and a small forest along a river offers a rare combination of mountains, forests, and Gobi-style landscapes in one destination. Upon arrival, we explore the area, visit the peaceful Uvgun Temple, and experience the lifestyle of a nomadic family inside a traditional Mongolian ger. Enjoy camel riding, walk along the sand dunes, and relax in the quiet beauty of this serene natural setting—an unforgettable introduction to Mongolia’s countryside.
16 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Drive to 13th century capital Kharkhorin & Ugii Lake
2 stops
2
Kharkhorin
This morning, after a hearty breakfast at our tourist camp, we will drive to Kharkhorum, the 13th-century capital of the Mongol Empire. In 1220, Genghis Khan declared Kharkhorum the center of his vast empire. Today, visitors can explore fascinating remains of this once-great city, including ancient ruins, Buddhist stupas, and the famous stone turtle sculptures. Upon arrival, we visit Erdene Zuu Monastery, the first Buddhist monastery in Mongolia, established in 1586. We then continue to the Kharkhorum Museum, where you will gain deeper insight into the history, archaeology, and cultural heritage of the Mongol Empire.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
3
We then drive approximately 70 km to Ugii Lake, a scenic freshwater lake located in the open Mongolian steppe and covering about 25 square kilometers. Ugii Lake is known for its rich biodiversity, with researchers recording 14 fish species, 27 aquatic plant species, and 48 aquatic animal species. The lake also serves as an important stopover for more than 150 species of migratory water birds, making it an ideal place for nature walks, photography, and birdwatching before continuing the journey.
12 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Drive to Hustai National Park
1 stop
4
Hustai National Park
Today, we drive to Hustai National Park, located in the foothills of the northern Khentii Mountain Range. The park is famous for the successful reintroduction of the wild horse known as Takhi, internationally recognized as the Przewalski’s horse. Once extinct in the wild for nearly 40 years, these remarkable horses now live freely in their natural habitat thanks to conservation efforts. Today, the population in Hustai National Park has grown to more than 450 Takhi, making it one of the best places in the world to observe truly wild horses living independently in nature.
15 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 4
Drive to Chinggis Khan Equestrian Statue complex & Terelj NP
2 stops
5
Chinggis Khan Statue Complex
Today is the last day of our tour, and we begin our journey after a hearty breakfast at the tourist camp. We then drive approximately 160 km to the Chinggis Khan Equestrian Statue Complex. Built in 2008 to commemorate the 800th anniversary of the founding of the Mongol Empire, the complex honors its legendary founder, Chinggis Khan. The impressive stainless-steel statue stands 40 meters (131 feet) high, weighs 250 tons, and is the tallest equestrian statue in the world. The complex also features a museum and souvenir shops, offering insight into Mongolian history and culture.
4 hours • Admission ticket included
6
Gorkhi-Terelj National Park
After exploring the statue complex, we enjoy lunch before continuing to Gorkhi-Terelj National Park, one of Mongolia’s most scenic destinations, famous for its dramatic granite cliffs, forested mountains, open valleys, and flowing rivers. Upon arrival, we visit the Aryabal Meditation Temple, where panoramic views of the national park can be enjoyed from the hilltop. We then conclude the day with a one-hour horseback riding experience through the beautiful Terelj Valley. Afterward, we drive approximately 60 km back to Ulaanbaatar, arriving at your hotel between 5:00 and 7:00 p.m. This marks the end of our tour. Thank you very much for traveling with us—we hope you leave Mongolia with unforgettable memories.
5 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Tags

Rating