Mongolia One Day Tours

One day? What can you hope to experience on just a one day tour in Mongolia – a country the size of western Europe? Ditch the guidebook and the recommended highlights and come along and join us on one of our Mongolia one-day tours. All our Mongolia one-day trips are private, flexible and fluid and designed to get you just that little bit closer to daily life and give you a more local perspective.

* Prices of our Mongolia one-day tours are below and for non-EL guests. If you have already booked a longer trip with us then you’ll receive a reduction on the pricing detailed below.

Sunset over Buir Nuur in Dornod Aimag - Mongolia's eastern most province.

‘EL puts people in touch with the lives of locals in a way most tour companies do not. Our experience with EL gave more depth.’ Hulda and Kenneth - Naadam Explorer (tailor made)

‘We were able to have a genuine experience in a very short time. I didn’t think we would be able to see so much and experience so much culture in literally a day.’ Joe (one day tailor made tour)

Ulaanbaatar City Tours

Ulaanbaatar (UB – Red Hero) is surprising mix of east meets west. From its origins in the 18th Century as a nomadic city it as developed into a tough, modern and cosmopolitan city full of contrasts and extremes. UB maintains a strong Mongolian identity of its own and has a ‘frontier’ feel and vibrancy. It is home to roughly 45% of Mongolia’s population and offers a great mix of one-day experiences.

Archery Workshop and Training

Archery Workshop | Naadam Archery Field

This is the ultimate of Mongolia one-day tours as you visit the home of Tomorkhuu Batmonkh – a specialist bow and arrow maker in Ulaanbaatar. Batmonkh’s home is also his workshop and every surface of his home is dedicated to his skill. As soon as you enter his 3-room apartment in the Bayangol District, his love for this profession is evident.

As a visitor, not only do you get to see Batmonkh’s craftsmanship, you’ll also get an informal history lesson as he tells you about the development of the bow and arrow in Mongolia. So enthusiastic is he about his profession that it has become a family affair – with all family members involved and his son following in his footsteps.

Having understood how the bows and arrows are made you will then head to the Naadam Archery Field in the company of Batmonkh as he teaches you the basics of Mongolian archery. Batmonkh’s made to measure bows are famous for their explosive velocity and acceleration and bought by Mongolia’s Naadam archers. This is the real deal. You’ll spend a couple of hours in the company of Batmonkh learning the art of Mongolian archery by the man that made the arrows himself.

Group Size – Minimum of one and maximum of six. For larger groups please get in touch. Includes a local lunch.

1 Guest US$ 155 pp

2 Guests US$ 125 pp

3-4 Guests US$ 90 pp

5-6 Guests US$ 75 pp

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UB Urban Explorer

Gandan Monastery | Gesar Sum | Nogoon Nuur Community Project | Zaisan Hill | Dari Ekh

Urban Explorer

Planning may not have been one of Ulaanbaatar’s strengths but it doesn’t mean that this is a city to quickly dismiss as not worth spending time in.

Our Mongolia one-day tours of Ulaanbaatar provide a way of getting in touch with the unique atmosphere and character of city and with the local community. This day is not about museums or shopping or a list of temples – it’s about getting out and about and exploring and discovering – especially the contrasts that make this city so fascinating.

Travel by local transport, walk through some of UB’s typical neighbourhoods, see panoramic views of UB that put the city into perspective and enjoy eating with the locals in standard Mongolian eateries.

Spend a relaxed and informal day in the company of a resident of the city. We keep the itinerary fluid depending on the time of year and the weather but in essence it encompasses locations and activities of a typical UB citizen.

Group Size – Minimum of one and maximum of six. For larger groups please get in touch.

• 1 Guest        US$ 110 pp

• 2 Guests      US$   70 pp

• 3-4 Guests US$   60 pp

• 5-6 Guests US$   55 pp

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Cookery Class

At the home of Chimgee | Merkury Market

Don’t be put off by bad rap that Mongolian cuisine gets – it’s not all boiled mutton you know! Enjoy a relaxed, informal and fun half-day cookery class and learn side-by-side from one of our (lovely) female Mongolian trip assistants about their life and about Mongolia’s traditional, yet delicious, cuisine. Simple base materials are processed with a surprising variety of methods, and combined with vegetables and hand made noodles and other flour products for fresh homemade delights.

Dishes may include Tsuivan (stir fried flour noodles), khuurshuuur (mutton pancakes) and buuz (Mongolian dumplings). Lessons take place in the home of the trip assistant – making for a more genuine experience.

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Khustain Nuruu National Park | Gorkhi Terelj National Park

Roughly 17% of Mongolia’s landmass has some form of environmental protection. A short drive of under 100km outside of Ulaanbaatar will give vast landscapes and an opportunity to discover the wild essence of two of Mongolia’s protected areas. Head west to Khustain Nuruu National Park – one of Mongolia’s conservation successes or east to experience Gorkhi-Terelj National Park and the remarkable Chinggis Khan Equestrian Statue. Both are popular Mongolia one day tour options … but we offer each with a twist.

Khustain National Park Horse Trek

Khustain Nuruu National Park | Bayansonginot Herders Cooperative | Flexible length horse trek

Khustain

With our day trip to Khustain we approach things a little differently.

Khustain is one of Mongolia’s conservation success stories and the slower pace of the horse trek on our one-day tour helps to provide you with a better understanding of the biodiversity of Khustain – its people, landscapes and wildlife.

You’ll depart UB early and drive straight to the home of the Batchuluun family. They are members Bayansonginot Cooperative – a community based tourism organisation focusing on developing community based tourism as an alternative income generation as well as promoting the modern day herding way of life.

Once arrived, you’ll swap your four wheels for four legs as you explore the national park on horse back. Although the main valley is busy with visitors trying to catch a glimpse of the wild Takhi horses, the backcountry offers a diverse and wild landscape perfect for getting away from it all for a few hours – experiencing panoramic views and a great picnic lunch.

The stars of the show are obviously the wild Takhi horses which are free ranging through the hills and mountains of the national park. The Takhi have a number of ranges which include the ridge tops of the national park. As with all wildlife, there is no guarantee of catching a sighting but we will try – whilst keeping within the strict rules and regulations of the NP.

The length of horse trek is flexible – depending on your own requests.

Group Size – Minimum of one and maximum of six. For larger groups please get in touch.

1 Guest       US$ 320 pp

2 Guests    US$ 180 pp

3-4 Guests US$ 165 pp

5 Guests US$ 140 pp

6 Guests US$ 125 pp

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In The Footsteps of Chinggis Khan

Chinggis Khan Equestrian Statue | Home visit to practising shaman | Gorkhi Terelj National Park

Chinggis Khan Equestrian Statue

Chinggis Khan practised shamanism and in this one-day experience we combine both a visit to the home of a practising shaman in Ulaanbaatar with a visit to Tsonjin Boldog – the remarkable statue of Chinggis Khan. All 131 ft of it! Yes, it is a tourist attraction but it’s a big draw for Mongolians as much as westerners and the view is spectacular – facing east overlooking his homeland.

Before leaving the city, visit the home of Javzandulam – a female practising shaman. Mongolian shamanism is an ethnic religion, a tradition and also, a way of life with Mongolians taking shamanism very seriously. It is a visible fixture in city life in Ulaanbaatar – shamanism in UB is thriving – permeating many aspects of people’s daily lives. Practitioners believe it is as relevant today as it was in a ger on the steppes many centuries ago and local citizens look for advice from shamans on professional and personal decisions. Shamans can help to heal after illness, offer advice on relationships or business transactions and resolve bad luck. You’ll find shamans dedicated to preserving traditional shamanism and those with a more modern approach with their own rituals.

We don’t pre-arrange anything for the visit with Javzandulam as it leads to a more genuine experience but it will last for approximatey 1.5 to 2 hours.

For those interested, the day can be extended to include Gorkhi Terelj National Park. Although over-developed (the main valley was first developed for tourism in 1964 with most continuing construction not having planning permission) and built up for the tourist industry it still makes for a great day trip experience. Terelj remains a stunning area of magnificent alpine scenery which is still a joy to explore and the view from Araybal Temple is worth experiencing.

Group Size – Minimum of one and maximum of six. For larger groups please get in touch.

1 Guest       US$ 315 pp

2 Guests    US$ 175 pp

3-4 Guests US$ 150 pp

5 Guests US$ 125 pp

6 Guests US$ 115 pp

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Get Creative - Felting and Quilting Options

So. You’re a herder. By nature of your lifestyle, you can’t own too many possessions as you migrate at least once a year. Instead, the possessions you do own you decorate. Traditional skills such as felt making are still prevalent in 21st Century Mongolia and for those interested, we offer a very enjoyable way to spend time here in UB learning the art behind them.

One-Day Felt Making Workshop

Khustain

‘My personal highlight was working with Erdenetsetseg. So friendly and passionate about what she does…a fantastic teacher! It was lovely to be welcomed into her home and to learn all about Mongolian felting as well as get to try out some of the methods myself. Absolutely loved doing the workshop with her. Hopefully I can come back to UB and spend some time with her again as I feel she has so much to teach.’ Emma

Our felt workshops are with B. Erdenetsetseg – a retired Associate Professor and member of the International Feltmakers Association.

Held at her home here in UB, these workshops are informal and relaxed and designed to give you an insight into someone’s way of life in UB as well as a chance to practise this traditional art form.

Group Size – Minimum of one and maximum of six. For larger groups please get in touch. Includes lunch at Erdenetsetseg’s home.

1 Guest US$ 145 pp

2 Guests US$ 100 pp

3 Guests US$ 95 pp

4 Guests US$ 85 pp

5 Guests US$ 80 pp

6 Guests US$ 75 pp

For all day but shorter half-day experiences are possible.

NOTE. Erdenetsetseg is currently battling an illness, if she is not available we use the skills of Jargal Dalantai – a young Mongolian woman at the helm of her own NGO focusing on inequality in Mongolia.

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One Day Quilting Workshop

Quilting

‘It was amazing to meet Selenge and all of the women at the quilting centre. It was a really inspiring experience to get to see the wonderful work they are doing there and learn all about the projects they are doing! They were incredibly welcoming and it was really great to spend some time there with them.’ Emma

The Mongolian Quilting Centre is known more formally as the New Way Life NGO – established in 2005 to make a difference to the lives of disadvantaged and unemployed women. They are trained in the art of quilting, textiles and embroidery and use their skills to generate income for their families by crafting products to sell.

As well as making everyday items such as tote bags and tablecloths, the central also create individual pieces of fabric artwork made from discarded and recycled material such as their stunning wall hangings. And this is what you will be making.

You’ll spend the day at the centre and workshop working alongside some of the women supported by the NGO. It will be an informal insight into the workings of a small NGO as well as a way to meet local people and be part of their ideas and fears. You’ll also come away with a fantastic Mongolian style wall hanging.

Group Size – Minimum of one and maximum of six. For larger groups please get in touch. Includes a local lunch.

1 Guest US$ 150 pp

2 Guests US$ 105 pp

3-4 Guests US$ 95 pp

5-6 Guests US$ 85 pp

For all day but shorter half-day experiences are possible.

Includes a donation of 100,000 MNT per person to the centre

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We Would Love To Hear From You!

Call: +44 (0) 7810280403 Mail: jess@eternal-landscapes.co.uk

Mongolia One Day Tours

Ulaanbaatar City Tours

Urban Explorer

Khustain Nuruu National Park | Gorkhi Terelj National Park

Khustain

Chinggis Khan Equestrian Statue

Get Creative - Felting and Quilting Options

Khustain

Quilting

We Would Love To Hear From You!

Call: +44 (0) 7810280403 Mail: jess@eternal-landscapes.co.uk

If you’re in Ulaanbaatar why not pop in to our office. We love receiving guests. The kettle is always on. Just call Tuya to arrange +976 88011476.

If you’re in Ulaanbaatar why not pop in to our office. We love receiving guests.
The kettle is always on.

Just call Tuya to arrange +976 88011476.