Tours & Sightseeing in Ulaanbaatar

With just one day to explore Ulaanbaatar, this private tour ensures you maximize your time and take in all the highlights. Visit sights including Gandan Buddhist Monastery, the Museum of Mongolian National History, and Sukhbaatar square; pose for photos by the famous ULAANBAATAR letters; and admire the views from Zaisan Memorial Hill. Your private tour can be customized, so you can shop for souvenirs or spend more time at the sights that interest you most.

Take a half-day private tour from Ulaanbaatar to see the world's largest tribute to equestrianism, the Chinggis Khan Statue. The drive to the national park takes about two hours, during which you can sit back and enjoy the views. Once at the monument, you'll have time to explore the area and take photographs of the statue. You will also have the opportunity to try on traditional Mongolian garb and take souvenir photos (available for purchase) before returning to Ulaanbaatar.

Go beyond the capital city of Ulaanbaatar on a self-guided road trip in a safe and secure 4x4 vehicle. Pick up your car, which will have a full tank of gas, at Ulaanbaatar Airport, or one of the rental car stations around town. A road map will be provided for you, along with suggestions of places to stop along the way including the Genghis Khan Statue, Terelj National Park, Ayanchin Lodge, and a local monastery. Ask about extending your rental if you would like to explore longer.

See Ulaanbaatar's signature sights in just half a day on this guided door-to-door tour for maximum five people. Cover ground you couldn't hope to cover by bus as you visit Gandantegchenling Monastery, the Ger District, the Zaisan Memorial, Naran Tuul Market, the Bogd Khan Winter Palace Museum, Bogd Khan Uul National Park, the Natural History Museum, the Choijin Lama Temple Museum, plus shops and a local market. Tour includes lunch.

The largest equestrian statue in the world, the imposing Genghis Khan Statue Complex is a must-see when in Mongolia. Tour the complex in its entirety on this guided tour from Ulaanbaatar, which includes all transportation, entrance fees, and a guide to make the most of your experience. Plus, visit nearby Terelj National Park, hike to Aryabal Monastery, and visit a local nomad family to learn more about the best of Mongolia's culture, nature, and history - all in one day.

One of Mongolia's most atmospheric religious sites, 18th-century Manzshir Monastery lies almost entirely in ruins on the slopes of the Bogd Khan Mountain, 5,906 feet (1,800 meters) above sea level. Rather than waste time piecing together buses and taxis, join this convenient door-to-door day tour that includes the monastery, a hike in Bogd Khan Uul National Park, and lunch: a horse ride can be arranged for an additional charge.

Explore the highlights of Ulaanbaatar on a full fay tour with a local guide. Start with a visit to the National History Museum of Mongolia, followed by a visit to Gandan Monastery, the most important Buddhist site in Mongolia. Fuel up with a traditional Mongolian lunch, then it's on to the famous Black Market for some shopping for everything from horse saddles to traditional Mongolian clothing. The finale is a visit to a local cashmere and wool factory where you can purchase garments made from the hair of Mongolian goats. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

See the best of Mongolia's natural and cultural attractions in a single day on this guided tour from Ulaanbaatar. Head through Mongolia's famous rugged countryside en route to Terelj National Park, the Chinggis Khaan statue (the largest statue in the world), and a horseback ride. Tour includes a local lunch and hotel pickup and drop-off from Ulaanbaatar.

Combine two adventures in one on this full day excursion from Ulaanbaatar. First, visit the largest equestrian statue in the world at the Genghis Khan Statue Complex, where you can also take souvenir photos is traditional Mongolian clothing. Continue on to Terelj National Park, the most accessible natural area from the capital city. Have lunch at Turtle Rock and hike to Aryabal Monastery. Later, visit with a nomadic family before heading back to Ulaanbaatar.