All Inclusive Private Day Tour to Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes from Zhengzhou
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All Inclusive Private Day Tour to Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes from Zhengzhou
Next available dates
Sat
11 Apr
Sun
12 Apr
Mon
13 Apr
Bestseller
Private Tour
Duration: 8 hours
Instant confirmation
Free cancellation
Your English speaking guide will meet you in your hotel's lobby at 8:30am
Pickup included
Pickup included
From
MYR 1,597.27
Highlights
Embark on a private day tour to Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes from Zhengzhou, a perfect blend of martial arts legacy and ancient Buddhist art. Watch a breathtaking kung fu performance with masterful martial arts moves, and explore the profound history and culture of Shaolin Temple alongside a knowledgeable English-speaking guide—who will deliver in-depth insights and unravel the fascinating stories behind every landmark, including China’s largest pagoda forest. Then visit the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site of Longmen Grottoes, where thousands of exquisitely carved Buddhist statues adorn the dramatic limestone cliffs, with your guide’s vivid commentary bringing these ancient artworks to life. This exclusive private tour includes a delicious local lunch, all entrance fees, a professional English-speaking guide and round-trip private transfer.
Itinerary
Zhengzhou(Pass by)
Admission Ticket FreeIn the morning, your professional English-speaking guide and private driver will pick you up promptly from your Zhengzhou hotel. Board a private air-conditioned vehicle for an approximately 1.5-hour drive to Shaolin Temple, where your guide will share in-depth background—its over 1,500-year history as the birthplace of Chinese kung fu and cradle of Zen Buddhism.Monastero Shaolin (Shaolin Temple)
1 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedUpon arrival, your guide will take you to the kung fu performance venue at the optimal time. Witness a breathtaking live show featuring precise fists, agile kicks, and impressive weapon routines—authentic Shaolin martial arts at its finest, showcasing the monks’ years of dedication and the seamless blend of physical strength and Zen philosophy. After the show, your guide will lead you into the ancient temple complex, where you’ll wander halls adorned with vivid traditional murals and sacred artifacts, breathing in the serene atmosphere of this millennia-old spiritual haven.Pagoda Forest of Shaolin Temple
30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedNext, explore China’s largest pagoda forest behind the temple with your guide. There are more than 240 tomb pagodas of various sizes from the Tang, Song, Jin, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties (618-1911), making it the biggest pagoda forest in China. Wander among over 240 stone pagodas of varying heights and styles—final resting places of eminent Shaolin monks—while your guide shares their stories, explaining how each pagoda’s size and carvings reflect the monk’s status and era, highlighting their unique architectural and cultural value. After exploring Shaolin Temple and the pagoda forest, enjoy a delicious authentic local lunch to refuel for the afternoon’s journey.Longmen Grottoes
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedIn the afternoon, take a 1-hour private drive to Longmen Grottoes, a spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site with over 1,400 years of history and exquisite ancient Buddhist stone carvings. Along the scenic Yi River path, admire thousands of statues embedded in steep limestone cliffs. Your guide will focus on iconic sites like Fengxian Temple, home to the 17.14-meter-high Vairocana Buddha, sharing its Tang Dynasty construction story, intricate craftsmanship, and religious significance, as well as the evolution of carving styles across dynasties and hidden details of these artistic masterpieces. After your comprehensive exploration of Longmen Grottoes, your guide and driver will safely transfer you back to your Zhengzhou hotel, concluding your unforgettable private day tour.
What's included
INCLUDED
Entrance fee
Private tour
Professional guide
Bottled water
Lunch
Transport by private vehicle + Hotel pickup and drop-off (For hotels in Zhengzhou city)
Fuel surcharge
NOT INCLUDED
Gratuities
The tour is about 8-10 hours, if you want to extend the tour, please pay 30USD to your guide and driver for each extra hour
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Additional information
Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
The tour is about 8-10 hours, if you want to extend the tour, please pay 30USD to your guide and driver for each extra hour
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Location
Address
Songshan Mountain, Dengfeng, Henan, China 450000
Provider
Discover Beijing Tours
From
MYR 1,597.27
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