Mongol Adventure

3 Days / 2 Nights · from Kharkhorin

3-Day Horse Riding Trip in the Orkhon Valley

A three-day horse riding trip in the Orkhon Valley. You ride through forest and mountains, visit Tuvkhun and Shankh monasteries, and spend two nights in tents, with local food and a campfire in the evenings.

$450 $360 per person

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3-Day Horse Riding Trip in the Orkhon Valley
Duration
3 days and 2 nights, camping in tents
Riding
With a local horse guide, from day 1 to the waterfall on day 3
Group size
Small groups of 1 to 6 travelers
Season
Set dates, May to September 2027

Day-by-day itinerary

Day 1Kharkhorin → Tuvkhun Monastery

  1. 08:00

    Meet at Ortoo Coffee Shop

    We meet at Ortoo Coffee Shop in Kharkhorin. Have a coffee, get to know the rest of the group and listen to a short briefing before we set off.

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  2. 09:00

    Drive to the horse riding starting point

    We leave Kharkhorin by vehicle and drive to the place where the riding starts.

  3. 11:00

    Begin horse riding

    You meet your local horse guide and we start riding through the Orkhon Valley.

  4. 13:00

    Picnic lunch

    We stop for a relaxed picnic lunch outdoors.

  5. 14:00

    Continue riding to Tuvkhun Monastery

    After lunch we ride on through forested mountains towards Tuvkhun Monastery.

  6. 18:00

    Arrive at the camp

    We reach the campsite. Settle in and take some free time to rest after the ride.

  7. 19:00

    Dinner & campfire

    We have a traditional-style dinner and then sit around the campfire.

Day 2Horse Riding & Tuvkhun Monastery

  1. 08:00

    Breakfast

    Breakfast at camp, then we get ready for another day on horseback.

  2. 09:00

    Ride through the forest to Tuvkhun Monastery

    We ride through the forest and the mountains to Tuvkhun Monastery.

  3. Visit Tuvkhun Monastery

    We look around the monastery and take in the view from the mountain.

  4. 13:00

    Lunch

    Lunch, and some time to rest.

  5. 14:00

    Continue horseback riding to the riverside

    After lunch we ride on through the valley towards the river.

  6. 19:00

    Dinner at the camp

    Back at camp for dinner and the campfire.

Day 3Waterfall → Baga Khurkhree → Kharkhorin

  1. 08:00

    Breakfast & departure

    Breakfast, then we pack up for the last day.

  2. Morning

    Horse ride to the waterfall

    We ride through the valley to the waterfall and spend some time there.

  3. Say goodbye to our horse guide

    After the ride we say goodbye to the horse guide and carry on by vehicle.

  4. Drive to Baga Khurkhree

    We drive towards Baga Khurkhree, through more of the Orkhon Valley.

  5. 13:00

    Lunch

    We stop for lunch and a short break.

  6. Uurtiin Tokhoi viewpoint

    A stop at the Uurtiin Tokhoi viewpoint, with a wide view over the valley.

  7. Visit Shankh Monastery

    Then Shankh Monastery, one of the old monasteries in this area.

  8. 17:00

    Arrive in Kharkhorin & end of the trip

    We are back in Kharkhorin at about 17:00. The trip ends at Ortoo Coffee Shop.

Good to know

This is an outdoor trip in a remote, natural area. The plan can change a little depending on the weather, the trail conditions and the group’s pace. If it does, we choose whatever keeps everyone safe and comfortable.

What’s included

  • Welcome coffee at Ortoo Coffee Shop
  • Transport during the trip
  • English-speaking guide
  • Horse riding for 3 days
  • Local horse guide
  • Tents and camping gear for two nights
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • Picnic lunch on the riding days
  • Tea, coffee and drinking water
  • Snacks during the trip
  • A campfire at camp
  • Visits to Tuvkhun Monastery and Shankh Monastery
  • A visit to the Orkhon Valley waterfall
  • Stops at Uurtiin Tokhoi and Baga Khurkhree

Not included

  • Personal expenses
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Travel insurance
  • Extra activities or services that are not in the itinerary

What to bring

Pack light and bring only what you need for the three days.

  • Comfortable outdoor clothing
  • Long pants you can ride in
  • Warm layers for cool mornings and evenings
  • A light rain jacket
  • Comfortable closed-toe shoes
  • Hat or cap
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Insect repellent
  • Small day backpack
  • Reusable water bottle
  • Power bank
  • Personal medication
  • Toiletries, and any cosmetics you use
  • Phone or camera

A few tips

The weather in the valley can change fast, especially in the mountains. Dress in layers and keep your rain jacket where you can reach it quickly.

For riding, we strongly recommend long pants and comfortable closed-toe shoes.

You don’t need to bring food, drinks or camping gear. We provide all of that.

Price, dates and booking

$450 $360 per person

Early-bird offer: 20% off when you send your request before February 1, 2027.

Coming dates

  • May 10 – 12, 2027
  • Jun 14 – 16, 2027
  • Aug 9 – 11, 2027
  • Sep 6 – 8, 2027

Each date takes up to 6 travelers. See how many seats are open.

You book with a 30% deposit by bank transfer, and pay the rest on the day your trip starts. All prices are in US dollars.

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Photos from our trips

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