Mongolia

3-Day Trip to the Mongolian Steppe: Terelj National Park and Nomadic Experience

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Mongolia
3-Day Trip to the Mongolian Steppe: Terelj National Park and Nomadic Experience
Mongolia
Ulaanbaatar
Gorkhi-Terelj National Park
Standard
Japanese Guide
National Park
Camp
Tent Camping
Nomad
horse
Hiking
Nature
Starry Sky
Local Food
Travel details
USD 630 / per person
Note: The displayed price is a reference price converted from the local price using our exchange rate at the time this plan was proposed.
Duration Departure in 2026/5 | 3 days
Participants 2 person(s)(Adults 2 person(s)、Children 0 person(s))
Travel story
To a place where the steppe wind carries distant history. Leaving Ulaanbaatar behind and following the road watched over by the equestrian statue of Genghis Khan, Terelj National Park unfolds with rock and grass formations. Mornings greeted by the warmth of a ger, a stroll along the foothills reveals grasses whispering in the breeze and, as the seasons deepen, delicate flowers appear. In the afternoon you can experience nomadic life and savor the savory smoke of the stone-grilled dish "khorkhog." Riding in a saddle across the endless steppe frees the spirit naturally. The stillness of the turtle rock and temples, the dynamism of horse shows, and the twinkling stars that fill the night sky—all of it is quietly engraved on the heart, and by the time you return, a lingering sensation remains as if the earth and sky have become one.
Signature points
Enjoy nature in Terelj National Park: Hike Yort Mountain and take in expansive steppe views (with Japanese guide)
A Japanese-speaking guide meets you at your hotel in Ulaanbaatar or the airport and transfers you to Terelj by private vehicle. En route you will view the Genghis Khan equestrian statue, then upon arrival take an approximately 2-hour walk on Yort Mountain. From June to August you can also enjoy delicate flowers, and at camp you can delight in horse shows and a star-filled sky.
Interact with nomads and experience traditional khorkhog cuisine, including a ger visit
Visit a nomadic ger to experience daily life while helping care for livestock on the vast grassland. Taste the stone-grilled "khorkhog" in the ger, sample homemade dairy products, and learn about traditional household tools to gain a deeper understanding of simple, rustic culture (depending on circumstances, this may be offered at the camp).
Explore the steppe on horseback: Turtle Rock and Aryabal Temple — a family-friendly experience
Accompanied by a Japanese-speaking guide, enjoy about three hours of horseback riding. Gallop across the vast steppe and visit notable sites such as Turtle Rock and Aryabal Temple. At the camp you can view a mini dinosaur park and horse shows; beginners and families can feel at ease. After dinner, relax while gazing at a sky full of stars.
Other plans at this destination
Itinerary
Day1
  • Mongolia - Ulaanbaatar
  • 9:00
    A Japanese-speaking guide will meet you at your city hotel or Chinggis Khaan International Airport and transfer you by private car to Terelj National Park.
    Along the way, visit the Chinggis Khaan equestrian statue. [Japanese Guide]
  • Attachment Image from Itinerary Row: 161914
  • Mongolia - Gorkhi-Terelj National Park
  • 11:00
    Lunch After arrival, check in at the camp and have lunch.
  • Afterwards, walk for about 2 hours on Yort Mountain located south of the camp.
    During the walk, enjoy Mongolia's beautiful nature.
    From late June through July and August, you can also observe delicate flowers.

    After visiting a horse show and a mini dinosaur park at the Hardiin Khaan Camp in Terelj National Park, return to the camp. [Japanese Guide]
  • Attachment Image from Itinerary Row: 161915
  • Dinner Dinner at the camp.
    At night, enjoy the star-filled sky.
  • Terelj Star Resort
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Meals B/F:× LUN:⚪︎ DIN:⚪︎

Day2
  • Mongolia - Gorkhi-Terelj National Park
  • Breakfast Breakfast at the camp.
  • In the morning, visit nomads. Enjoy interacting with nomadic people who live on the vast steppe caring for their livestock. [Japanese Guide]
  • Attachment Image from Itinerary Row: 161927
  • Lunch At a nomad ger, we will serve Mongolia's specialty stone barbecue "khorkhog" (stone-grilled mutton).
    *Depending on circumstances, it may be khorkhog served at the camp.
  • In the afternoon, first taste handmade dairy products and experience traditional Mongolian life.
    Then enjoy about 3 hours of horse riding. While riding across the vast grassland, see the "Turtle Rock" and then visit the Aryabal Temple. [Japanese Guide]
  • Attachment Image from Itinerary Row: 161929 Attachment Image from Itinerary Row: 161929
  • Dinner After dinner at the camp, enjoy the star-filled night sky.
  • Terelj Star Resort
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Meals B/F:⚪︎ LUN:⚪︎ DIN:⚪︎

Day3
  • Mongolia - Gorkhi-Terelj National Park
  • Breakfast at the camp.
  • Transfer by private car to Ulaanbaatar. [Japanese Guide]
  • Mongolia - Ulaanbaatar
  • We will drop you off at your city hotel or Chinggis Khaan International Airport.

    Thank you for joining us! [Japanese Guide]
  • Attachment Image from Itinerary Row: 161937

Meals B/F:⚪︎ LUN:× DIN:×

Day 1
05/11(Mon)
  • Mongolia - Ulaanbaatar
  • 9:00
    A Japanese-speaking guide will meet you at your city hotel or Chinggis Khaan International Airport and transfer you by private car to Terelj National Park.
    Along the way, visit the Chinggis Khaan equestrian statue. [Japanese Guide]
  • Attachment Image from Itinerary Row: 161914
  • Mongolia - Gorkhi-Terelj National Park
  • 11:00
    Lunch After arrival, check in at the camp and have lunch.
  • Afterwards, walk for about 2 hours on Yort Mountain located south of the camp.
    During the walk, enjoy Mongolia's beautiful nature.
    From late June through July and August, you can also observe delicate flowers.

    After visiting a horse show and a mini dinosaur park at the Hardiin Khaan Camp in Terelj National Park, return to the camp. [Japanese Guide]
  • Attachment Image from Itinerary Row: 161915
  • Dinner Dinner at the camp.
    At night, enjoy the star-filled sky.
  • Terelj Star Resort
  • Image from PlaceId: ChIJYX9byPQllF0RNjiYuuanf8Y Image from PlaceId: ChIJYX9byPQllF0RNjiYuuanf8Y Image from PlaceId: ChIJYX9byPQllF0RNjiYuuanf8Y

Meals B/F:× LUN:⚪︎ DIN:⚪︎

Day 2
05/12(Tue)
  • Mongolia - Gorkhi-Terelj National Park
  • Breakfast Breakfast at the camp.
  • In the morning, visit nomads. Enjoy interacting with nomadic people who live on the vast steppe caring for their livestock. [Japanese Guide]
  • Attachment Image from Itinerary Row: 161927
  • Lunch At a nomad ger, we will serve Mongolia's specialty stone barbecue "khorkhog" (stone-grilled mutton).
    *Depending on circumstances, it may be khorkhog served at the camp.
  • In the afternoon, first taste handmade dairy products and experience traditional Mongolian life.
    Then enjoy about 3 hours of horse riding. While riding across the vast grassland, see the "Turtle Rock" and then visit the Aryabal Temple. [Japanese Guide]
  • Attachment Image from Itinerary Row: 161929 Attachment Image from Itinerary Row: 161929
  • Dinner After dinner at the camp, enjoy the star-filled night sky.
  • Terelj Star Resort
  • Image from PlaceId: ChIJYX9byPQllF0RNjiYuuanf8Y Image from PlaceId: ChIJYX9byPQllF0RNjiYuuanf8Y Image from PlaceId: ChIJYX9byPQllF0RNjiYuuanf8Y

Meals B/F:⚪︎ LUN:⚪︎ DIN:⚪︎

Day 3
05/13(Wed)
  • Mongolia - Gorkhi-Terelj National Park
  • Breakfast at the camp.
  • Transfer by private car to Ulaanbaatar. [Japanese Guide]
  • Mongolia - Ulaanbaatar
  • We will drop you off at your city hotel or Chinggis Khaan International Airport.

    Thank you for joining us! [Japanese Guide]
  • Attachment Image from Itinerary Row: 161937

Meals B/F:⚪︎ LUN:× DIN:×

Price Includes / excludes
Accommodation

Terelj Star Resort, 2 nights

Flight (Int'l)

None

Flight (Dom.)

None

Railway

None

Bus

None

Car

As stated in the itinerary (for 1-2 people: sedan; for 3-5 people: minivan)

Ferry/Boat

None

Other transp

None

Guide / Assistant

As stated in the itinerary

Activity

As stated in the itinerary (including horseback riding and admission fees for various sightseeing spots)

Meal

B/F:3  LUN:2  DIN:2 
As stated in the itinerary

Includes (Others)

None

Excludes (Others)

None

Accommodation list
1

Gorkhi-Terelj National Park

Terelj Star Resort

2person(s)