Mongolia · MONASTERY & TEMPLE TOURS

Mongolia’s Monasteries and Temples: 7 Visits

7 tours  ·  from $89 a head

Little of what stood before 1937 still does, which makes the survivors worth the trip. These 7 cover Gandan and Choijin Lama in the city, Aglag in the forest to the north, and Erdene Zuu out west, with prices and travel times.

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Bogd Khan Mountain: Tsetsee Gun Peak Hike & Monastery tour

1.Bogd Khan Mountain: Tsetsee Gun Peak Hike & Monastery tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 10 hours · from $119Our pick

Hike Mongolia’s Tsetsee Gun Peak with guide Zuchi, enjoy a forest-cooked lunch, and explore Manzushir Monastery near Ulaanbaatar.

“It's a really special experience to summit the highest peak of Ulaanbataar, embraced by nature and wildlife. It would be impossible without the guide Zuchi's help, since the major trail is very frequently blocked by loads of fallen trees and alternative path has to be sought. Zuchi was well-prepared with all the supplies during hiking, and along with the pickup-dropout arrangements, it was a totally no-fuss hike for tourists. The tour also offers a nice picnic experience, as the guide prepared a very tasty and nutritious outdoor cooked meal after the hike. During the tour there were very vibrant exchanges about hiking skills as well as in-depth discussions of Mongolians'…”

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Day tour to Aglag creation monastery - Walking up to Aglag Creation Temple
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Day tour to Aglag creation monastery

2.Day tour to Aglag creation monastery

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 13 reviews · 1 day

Review of Aglag Creation Temple near Ulaanbaatar, with mountain walking, forest paths, local culture, private transport, costs, and practical tips.

“Excellent time at Aglag! Driver was on time and we arrived at Aglag in about two hours. We had two full hours to explore the buildings but more importantly the grounds and carvings. Drive back was a but longer due to the infamous UB traffic. All in all, great value for money. Highly recommended.”

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Aglag creation temple day tour transport - Arriving at Aglag Buteel Hiid
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Aglag creation temple day tour transport

3.Aglag creation temple day tour transport

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 9 reviews · 1 day

Visit Aglag Creation Temple from Ulaanbaatar with private transport, mountain paths, Buddhist art, rock carvings, and scenic views.

“Even if the driver didn't speak English, we still managed to communicate, and he was very nice! Aglag temple is a must to see when you have a free day in Ulaanbaatar.”

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AGLAG BUTEEL MONASTERY: One Day Private Tour - The two-hour road trip into Töv
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AGLAG BUTEEL MONASTERY: One Day Private Tour

5.AGLAG BUTEEL MONASTERY: One Day Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 8 hours · from $199

Escape Ulaanbaatar for Aglag Buteel Monastery, with forest trails, Buddhist carvings, lunch, and a private English-speaking guide.

“This was an incredibly beautiful two-ish hour drive to a gorgeous forest and a fun hike. An absolute highlight of my too brief time in Mongolia”

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A Day Aglag Buteel Temple

7.A Day Aglag Buteel Temple

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3 reviews · from $130

Review of the private Aglag Buteel Temple day trip from Ulaanbaatar, with lunch, monastery visits, transport, hiking tips, and value advice.

“Amazing experience! My guide Odko was extremely helpful and nice. The temple and the surroundings are really beautiful, they worth a visit! Just pay attention, if you'd like to see the statues you have to climb a bit. (Nothing difficult but better let everyone know)”

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Where to go in Mongolia

Start at Ulaanbaatar and choose a road.

East of the city

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The long roads

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Horses and camels

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In the capital

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