Overview

Discover Central Mongolia in 5 days. Explore Kharkhorin, relax in Tsenkher Hot Springs, visit Orkhon Valley Waterfall and ride a horse, ride camels in the sand dunes, and stay with a nomadic family. The statue is considered the world’s largest equestrian statue and the largest horse-riding statue in the world. Explore the Archaeology Museum, Terelj National Park and Aryabal Meditation Temple.

Highlights

Explore the ancient capital of the Mongol Empire, Kharkhorin
Visit Ogii Lake and Khar Balgas
Visit Orkhon waterfall and volcanic valley, horse riding
Ride a camel across the Elsen Tasarkhai sand dunes
Relax in the natural hot springs of Tsenkher surrounded by trees
See the largest horse statue in the world
Terelj National Park's natural wonder: Turtle Rock

Day 01 :

Day 1: Journey to Ogii Lake

Depart from Ulaanbaatar in the morning at 08.00 a.m. and drive towards Ogii Lake, a beautiful lake in Arkhangai Province. On the way, stop to visit the ruins of Khairkhan Bukh Fortress and enjoy the peaceful scenery.
Transfer to Kharkhorin town for an overnight stay in central mongolia tour guesthouse apartment with a shower and electricity, including dinner. The total drive is 7 hours and 400 km.

Lunch + Dinner

Day 02 :

Day 2: Explore Kharkhorin and Relax at Tsenkher Hot Springs (outdoor)

In the morning, explore Kharkhorin (Karakorum) – the ancient capital of the Mongol Empire – and visit Erdene Zuu Monastery, one of Mongolia’s oldest Buddhist sites. After lunch, drive to the Tsenkher Hot Springs in Arkhangai Province. Enjoy bathing (outdoors) in the natural hot springs surrounded by hills. Overnight stay at a local guesthouse near the springs.

Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner

Day 03 :

Day 3: Explore Kharkhorin

After breakfast arrive lunch time in the kharkhorin. Visit Kharkhorin museum, Great kings monumental, Mongolian caligraph center and old city ruin etc. After the tour stay in central mongolia tour guesthouse apartment.

Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner

Day 04 :

Day 4: Visit Orkhon Volcanic Valley and Waterfall.

Visit Orkhon Volcanic Valley and Orkhon Waterfall. It is a 3-hour drive from Kharkhorin. Ride a horse in the Orkhon Valley. Drive back to Kharkhorin and stay at the same hostel. Lunch is served outdoors, then continue to the Elsen Tasarkhai sand dunes, a unique area where desert, steppe and mountain landscapes meet. Enjoy a camel-riding experience and visit a nomadic herder family, where you will stay overnight in a traditional ger (yurt). There is no electricity or shower.

Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner

Day 05 :

Day 05 Elsen Tasarkhai Sand Dunes and Camel Riding

After breakfast, Riding camel on the sand dunes and drive back to Ulaanbaatar. Before drop-off, we can visit the Gobi Cashmere shop and State Department Store. Stay in central mongolia guesthouse. We have a men and women separate rooms.

Breakfast + Lunch + Dinner

Day 06 :

Day 6

The drive from UB city to the Chinggis Khan Statue Complex takes around 1 hour.
Visit the Chinggis Khan Statue Complex:
Towering over the Mongolian steppe, the Chinggis Khan Statue Complex is a striking sight. The 40-meter-tall statue of the legendary warrior stands atop a three-story platform, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Ascend the platform via a serpentine walkway, passing through a museum chronicling Genghis Khan’s life and legacy.
Before entering the national park, have a Mongolian lunch in the ger/yurt around 12:30 p.m.
Visit Terelj National Park:
Terelj National Park is a sanctuary of towering mountains, verdant forests, and crystal-clear rivers. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a must-visit for nature lovers and adventurers alike.
Visit Aryabal Temple:
A Buddhist sanctuary. Located on a picturesque hillside in Terelj National Park, the Aryabal Temple offers tranquility amidst the natural beauty. This small monastery houses a statue of the Buddha, believed to bring good fortune and peace.
Afterward, we will return to UB city around 15:00.

Breakfast + Lunch