2-Day Private Tour from Chongqing with Hotel:Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes
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Duration
48 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
En, Guide, Cmn, Service Guide
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Chongqing
Why Travelers Love This
Overview
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.
What's Included
Plane Tickets (economy class)
English-speaking tour guide
Lunch
Overnight accommodation of standard twin room (two beds), based on twin...
Entrance Fee+Shuttle bus at attractions
Breakfast
Transfer in an air-conditioned vehicle
Gratuities
Meeting And Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Chongqing – Zhengzhou-Shaolin Temple-Luoyang (L)
2 hoursYes
Chongqing – Zhengzhou-Shaolin Temple-Luoyang (L)
Your 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.
Chongqing – Zhengzhou-Shaolin Temple-Luoyang (L)
2 hoursYes
Chongqing – Zhengzhou-Shaolin Temple-Luoyang (L)
Shaolin 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.
Chongqing – Zhengzhou-Shaolin Temple-Luoyang (L)
30 minutesYes
Chongqing – Zhengzhou-Shaolin Temple-Luoyang (L)
Next, 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.
Luoyang-Longmen Grottoes - White Horse Temple (B,L)
2 hoursYes
Luoyang-Longmen Grottoes - White Horse Temple (B,L)
Your 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.
Luoyang-Longmen Grottoes - White Horse Temple (B,L)
2 hoursYes
Luoyang-Longmen Grottoes - White Horse Temple (B,L)
Next, 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.
Additional Info
Infants Must Sit On Laps
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Stroller Accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Policy type
Custom
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.<br>If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 6+ days before
Refund eligibility
50% refundable 2-6 days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-2 days before
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From USD 834.51