Two consecutive days of horseback riding
The ride consists of approximately 4 hours plus approximately 2+2 hours of riding segments, led by local horse guides.
Horseback riding experience with herders - 5 days and 4 nights
5-Day Summer Mongolian Nomadic Experience Private Tour
Ulaanbaatar · Terelj · The Princess Lodge · Princess Temple · Ulaanbaatar
5 days and 4 nightsHorseback riding experience for herdsmen
From HK$9,480 per personReference price for 4 people traveling together
Private departureAbout May to September
Chinese/English tour guideIncludes 2 days of horseback riding
Private small group tour price reference
Know your budget, then customize according to your needs.
From HK$9,480 per person
- Minimum number of participants required to form a group
- 2 people
- Price terms
- Reference price for 4 people traveling together
Prices for private tours are subject to change based on departure date, number of travelers, room type, and availability. The final price will be confirmed by Travel Mama.
MONGOLIA NOMAD & HORSEBACK EXPERIENCE
Two days of horseback riding, visiting Princess Lodge
Head straight to Terelj National Park for two consecutive days of professional horseback riding, passing Turtle Rock to The Princess Lodge, and visit the ruins of the Princess Temple and a nomadic family.
Itinerary snapshot
Travel Mama 5-Day, 4-Night Summer Nomad Life Mongolia Private Tour: from HK$9,480 per person for 4 travellers, or from HK$10,780 per person for 2. Dates available from about May to September; English- or Chinese-speaking guide; includes 2 days of professional horseback riding. International airfare is not included.
Horse riding beginners are also welcome; it is strongly recommended to purchase travel insurance that includes high-risk outdoor activities.
Two days on horsebackLed by professional horse guides, suitable for beginners.
Princess LodgeExperience the tranquility of the Tregi camp.
Summer onlyAvailable from about May to the end of September.
Ulaanbaatar→Terelj→Turtle Rock→Princess Lodge→Princess Temple→Ulaanbaatar
Princess Temple Ruins
Ride horses to Ruins of the Princess Temple, have a picnic, and then ride back.
Nomadic Family and Turtle Rock
Visiting a nomadic family, passing through Turtle Rock.
Tour Included
- English or Chinese tour guide + private car including airport transfer
- 2-day professional horseback riding + local horse guide
- 1 night in a 4-star hotel in Ulaanbaatar + 3 nights in a standard yurt (Khan Terelj Ger Camp/The Princess Lodge)
- Meals as marked in the itinerary
- Temples/Monuments/National Park Entrance + Nomadic Families
- 2 bottles of drinking water per day
Exclusions
- International round-trip tickets
- Tips and personal expenses
- Travel insurance and visa (high-risk outdoor activity insurance is strongly recommended)
EXPLORE YOUR JOURNEY
See the route. Then explore each day.
Follow the daily itinerary through Mongolia’s cities and landscapes.
Ulaanbaatar → Terelj → Princess Temple area → Ulaanbaatar
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MONGOLIA · 5 DAYS
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Place connections, not driving directions. Camp locations depend on arrangements.
DAY BY DAY
5-day 4-night suggested itinerary
Day 1
Arrive in Ulaanbaatar → Terelj (100 km)
Airport pick-up and direct transfer to Terelj; check-in at Khan Terelj; dinner depending on flight schedule.
Accommodation: Khan Terelj Yurt Camp; Meals: Dinner subject to flight schedule.
Day 2
Full-day horseback riding → Princess Cottage (25 km)
Nomadic Family; Turtle Rock; approximately 4 hours on horseback to The Princess Lodge.
Accommodation: The Princess Lodge · Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3
Horseback riding adventure → Princess Temple Ruins (16 km)
Ride for about 2 hours to the Princess Temple ruins; have a picnic; then ride back for about 2 hours.
Accommodation: The Princess Lodge · Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4
Return to Ulaanbaatar (125 km)
Sukhbaatar Square, Ganden Monastery; stay in a 4-star hotel.
Accommodation: 4-star hotel in Ulaanbaatar; Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5
Departure from Ulaanbaatar → Hong Kong (53 km)
After checking out, a private car will take you to the airport.
Meals: Breakfast depends on flight schedule
Recommended accommodation
Actual accommodation will be arranged at a hotel/yurt camp of the same standard, subject to availability; the following is a sample accommodation for the itinerary.
TERELJ
Khan Terelj Ger Camp
Day 1
PRINCESS LODGE
The Princess Lodge
Day 2, Day 3
ULAANBAATAR
4-star hotel in Ulaanbaatar
Day 4
MIAT MONGOLIAN AIRLINES · HKG ⇄ UBN
2026/27 Winter Flight Reference Schedule
The following is a reference for MIAT Mongolian Airlines' winter 2026/27 flights between Hong Kong (HKG) and Ulaanbaatar (UBN), from 25 October 2026 to 27 March 2027, on two flight pairs: OM298/OM297 and OM2972/OM2971. All times are local time; (+1) means arrival the next day. Actual flight time is approximately 4 hours 35 minutes to 4 hours 40 minutes. Please refer to the official MIAT Mongolian Airlines website for the latest schedule.
Outbound: Hong Kong (HKG) → Ulaanbaatar (UBN)
| Flight | Operating period | Days | Depart | Arrive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OM298 | 2026/10/25 – 2027/03/27 | Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | 13:00 | 17:40 |
| OM2972 | 2026/10/26 – 2027/03/24 | Mon, Wed | 20:30 | 01:10 (+1) |
Return trip: Ulaanbaatar (UBN) → Hong Kong (HKG)
| Flight | Operating period | Days | Depart | Arrive |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OM297 | 2026/10/25 – 2027/03/27 | Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | 07:15 | 11:50 |
| OM2971 | 2026/10/26 – 2027/03/24 | Mon, Wed | 14:50 | 19:30 |
Tour prices generally do not include international round-trip airfare. If you would like us to book MIAT flights or choose flights to suit your private departure date, please tell us your preferred departure weekday and the number of travellers when you enquire.
Common questions about horseback riding experiences for herdsmen
Can I choose my own departure date?
Yes. This is a private small group tour, not a fixed departure. You can enquire on your preferred dates and Travel Mama will check availability and quote.
Can I participate if I have no horseback riding experience?
Yes, it's possible. The itinerary indicates that beginners are also welcome, and a local horse guide will lead the group.
What equipment is needed?
Long pants and closed-toe flat shoes are recommended; and it is strongly recommended to purchase travel insurance that includes coverage for high-risk outdoor activities.
What flights are available between Hong Kong and Ulaanbaatar?
For winter 2026/27 (25 October 2026 to 27 March 2027), you can refer to MIAT Mongolian Airlines flights OM298/OM297 and OM2972/OM2971 between Hong Kong (HKG) and Ulaanbaatar (UBN). All times are local time; the actual flight time is approximately 4 hours 35 minutes to 4 hours 40 minutes. Please refer to the MIAT website for the latest schedule. International airfare is generally not included in the tour price.
What are the requirements for passport validity?
Guests must hold a valid passport valid for at least 6 months from the return date and confirm the visa/entry requirements themselves.
Precautions before booking
- Available dates: roughly 15 May to 30 September each year.
- Minimum of 2 people required for the trip; groups of 6 or more are welcome to inquire.
- Standard gers have shared bathrooms.
- Please refer to the 2026/27 winter MIAT flight schedule on this page.
Plan your journey
Inquire about 5-day, 4-night summer experience tours to Mongolian herders.
Leave your expected departure date, number of people, and riding experience, and we will follow up on the campsite and horse supply.
Winter Flight Schedule - 25 October 2026 to 27 March 2027
| Route | Flight No. | Time | Operating Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| HKG → UBN | OM298 | 13:00-17:40 | Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| HKG → UBN | OM2972 | 20:30-01:10 (+1) | Mon, Wed |
| UBN → HKG | OM297 | 07:15-11:50 | Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun |
| UBN → HKG | OM2971 | 14:50-19:30 | Mon, Wed |
* OM2972/OM2971 operate from 26 October 2026 to 24 March 2027; (+1) means arrival the next day.
Note: Flight times are for reference only and are subject to airline confirmation.