Full Day Chinggis Khaan Statue & Terelj NP Tour +Horseride, Eagle

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A happy family on Chinggis Khaan statue tour — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

The tallest equestrian statue in the world — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

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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At a glance

Duration: 6–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Russian, English, Turkish
Operated by: Meet Mongolia Join Tours LLC

Ages: Adults (2–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: Horseback riding 1 hour
Included: Lunch
Included: All Fees and Taxes

Not included

Not included: Overnight accommodation & Insurance

Itinerary

Chinggis Khaan Statue And Gorkhi Terelj

one hour Admission included

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.
Gorkhi Terelj National Park

6 hours

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.
Ariyabal Meditation Temple

one hour Admission included

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.