Private Luoyang Day Tour: Visit Longmen Grottoes, Shaolin Temple & White Horse Temple
Luoyang
Experience a private day tour in Luoyang, China, visiting the Longmen Grottoes, Shaolin Temple, and White Horse Temple. Watch a kung-fu demonstration and explore magnificent Buddhist grottoes. Inclusive of lunch, private guide, and transfer service. Optional bullet train to Xi'an.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Longmen Grottoes - Meet up with your friendly private guide at your hotel in the morning, and drive directly head to Longmen Grottoes, This is a stretch along a river where the edge of the river is peppered with carved out spaces that have (or had) statues of Buddha in them. Some are impressive for the detail and some for the size but the experience is taking in the total number of these statues.
For lunch, you will experience local delicacies in luoyang. - White Horse Temple - After Lunch,then move on to explore White Horse Temple - honoured as the Cradle of Buddhism in China. Here you will find the history of how Buddhism appeared in China at the first time. Wander around the temple to enjoy the antique architecture which has remained intact for over 1,900 years, and learn the Buddhism history and culture from your guide.
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Monastero Shaolin (Shaolin Temple) - Then, Continue your tour to Shaolin Temple, This is a famous martial arts monastery, the birthplace of both kung fu and Zen Buddhism. Beautiful scenery throughout the entire complex. very peaceful and serene place to visit. as is the pagoda forest. The history of the place is fascinating to hear, The absolute highlight was watching a Shaolin Kung Fu performance, Also seeing hundreds of kids marching down to the training ground (all dressed identically) was a sight to behold.
When your tour is finished, you will be transferred to Xi’an city or your per-arranged Luoyang hotel.
What's Included
- Entry/Admission - White Horse Temple
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Lunch
- Private guide
- Tour ends in Xi’an-Bullet train ticket (in 2nd class)
- Bottled water
- Entry/Admission - Longmen Grottoes
- Entry/Admission - Shaolin Temple
- Transport by private vehicle
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
- Food
Additional Information
Enjoy a tranquil day outing accompanied by a guide to the Shaolin Temple, White Horse Temple, and the Longmen Grottoes. The tour includes a vibrant display of kung-fu, showcasing extraordinary martial prowess. Experience the grandeur of Chinese Buddhist grotto structures. A delectable lunch along with the services of a personal guide and transportation are included. At the conclusion of the trip, you have the option to travel to Xi’an via a high-speed bullet train.
Location
Longmen Grottoes
Banks of Yihe River, Luolong District
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
