Mongolia, the Land of the Eternal Blue Sky, offers vast steppes, the Gobi Desert, and nomadic culture unchanged for centuries. Experience horseback riding across endless grasslands, stay in traditional gers, and witness the ancient traditions of eagle hunting and throat singing.
Top day trips
Handpicked excursions within easy reach.
Gorkhi-Terelj National Park
Highlights: Turtle Rock formation · Aryabal Meditation Temple · Horseback riding on the steppes · Traditional ger camp lunch
Chinggis Khan Statue Complex (Tsonjin Boldog)
Highlights: World's largest equestrian statue (40m) · Museum of Mongol Empire artifacts · Panoramic views of Tuul River valley
Hustai National Park
Highlights: Przewalski's horse (takhi) herds · Deer stone monuments · Red deer and wolves in natural habitat
Manzushir Monastery Ruins and Bogd Khan Mountain
Highlights: Ruins of 1733 monastery destroyed by Soviet forces · Small museum with Buddhist artifacts · Hike through Bogd Khan Strictly Protected Area
Nalaikh District and Nomadic Family Homestay
Highlights: Authentic ger district life · Nomadic family hospitality · Traditional airag (fermented mare's milk) tasting · Local market
Trips by distance
How far you can go in a day.
Getting there
Transport options for day trips.
- Tours
- Organized day tours from Ulaanbaatar guesthouses from ₮90,000-200,000 ($25-56) per person including transport and guide
- Private
- Private car hire with driver from ₮150,000-280,000 ($42-78) per day for a 4-seat vehicle covering Terelj-area trips
- Public
- Bus to Nalaikh from Dragon Bus Station (₮500). Shared minibuses to Terelj from Dragon Bus Station (₮3,000-5,000 each way). Limited public options for other destinations.
- Rental
- Car rental with 4WD from ₮150,000-250,000 ($42-70) per day — International Driving Permit required. Self-drive not recommended for first-time visitors on dirt tracks.
Day trip tips
Make the most of your excursions.
Start early — Terelj and Hustai National Park are best visited at dawn for wildlife viewing and before tour group buses arrive
Bring cash (tugrik) for park entrance fees, horse rentals, and food at ger camps — card payment not available in national parks
Weather can change dramatically — carry a warm layer even on warm summer days, especially at altitude