2-Day Private Tour from Chongqing with Hotel:Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes
2-Day Private Tour from Chongqing with Hotel:Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes
Tour Ends in Luoyang
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Tour Ends in Chongqing
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Tour Ends in Zhengzhou
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Highlights
Embark on a 2-day private tour from Chongqing to Henan Province via flight&explore the region’s most iconic attractions in unparalleled comfort.
You’ll be greeted by a local guide and travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle throughout the journey. On day 1, witness a thrilling kung-fu performance showcasing stunning martial arts mastery, delve into the profound history and culture of the legendary Shaolin Temple, and marvel at China’s largest pagoda forest.
Day 2, step into the UNESCO World Heritage Site—Longmen Grottoes, where thousands of exquisite Buddhist statues are intricately carved into towering limestone cliffs. Then, visit the iconic White Horse Temple, widely revered as the birthplace of Chinese Buddhism in the country. All-inclusive tour covers round-trip flight tickets, lunches, entrance fees, overnight accommodation in Luoyang, an English-speaking guide&private transportation. Flexibly conclude your journey in Zhengzhou/Luoyang, or fly back to Chongqing as you prefer.
Itinerary
Chongqing – Zhengzhou-Shaolin Temple-Luoyang (L)
Monastero Shaolin (Shaolin Temple)
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedYour driver will pick you up from your Chongqing city hotels lobby and take you to airport for your 2 hour flight to Zhengzhou. Upon arrival, meet your friendly local tour guide, you will be transferred to Shaolin Temple directly (approx. 1.5 hours drive), on the way your tour guide will explain the related history of the Shaolin Temple, and you will enjoy the beautiful countryside view.Monastero Shaolin (Shaolin Temple)
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedShaolin Temple is famous for Chinese Kungfu, first you will have a chance to witness the real Kung Fu performed by Shaolin monks. As a UNESCO Site, the Shaolin Temple was first constructed in 495 A.D. Later, Emperor Xiaowen of the Northern Wei Dynasty (386-557) had the temple built to accommodate the Indian master Batuo. As Chinese Kungfu also originated from Shaolin Temple, it has been recognized as the origin of Chan Buddhism and the cradle of Kungfu. Accompanied by your knowledgable tour guide, you will get you know the histories and related stories about Shaolin Temple - culture, people and soul.Pagoda Forest of Shaolin Temple
30 minsAdmission Ticket IncludedNext, you will start to explore the Pagoda Forest which is a concentration of tomb pagodas for eminent monks and abbots of the temple. 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. Enjoy lunch in the local restaurant, relax on the 1.5 hour drive to Luoyang, you will be transferred to your accommodation in Luoyang.- AccommodationsOvernight 4 Star hotel in LuoyangFood And DrinksLunch
Luoyang-Longmen Grottoes - White Horse Temple (B,L)
Longmen Grottoes
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedYour tour guide will pick you up at the prearranged time, then heading directly to Longmen Grottoes. As the UNESCO Site, The Longmen Grottoes comprise more than 2,300 caves and niches carved into the steep limestone cliffs over a 1km long stretch. It is the largest and most impressive collection of Chinese art of the late Northern Wei and Tang Dynasties (316-907). Accompanied by your knowledgable tour guide, you will also visit the Fengxian Temple and the Wanfo Cave. Then, you will take the boat ride to enjoy the amazing panoramic view of Longmen Grottoes.White Horse Temple
2 hoursAdmission Ticket IncludedNext, follow your tour guide to explore the White Horse Temple. The White Horse Temple, patronized in 68 CE by Emperor Ming in the Eastern Han Dynasty’s capital, is the first Buddhist temple to be built in China. Explore the halls and pavilions with your guide, hearing stories about the Buddhism history and culture. Enjoy lunch in the local restaurant. After the tour, you can choose to end your tour in Luoyang /Zhengzhou or return Chongqin.- Food And DrinksLunchBreakfast
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Unique Beijing Tours
USD 1,268.23
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