Longmen Grottoes and Shaolin Temple Day Tour

5.0 (one review) 8–9 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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Longmen Grottoes — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Shaolin Temple — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Starting from Luoyang hotel, you will enjoy a hassle-free private tour offered by locals who know their hometown best. Your personal tour guide will navigate your way through out the whole trip and reveal the mysterious Longmen Grottoes and its grand sulptures and small niches in the morning. In the afternoon, drive to Shaolin Temple and dive deeper in the Buddhism culture, and enjoy a authentic Kungfu Show performed by monks. At the end of the tour, you will be dropped off at your Luoyang Hotel or wherever you prefer.

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At a glance

Duration: 8–9 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: Lily's Private Tours

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (7–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private Transfer Service from and to Luoyang Hotel
Included: Certified English-speaking guide
Included: Round-trip shuttle bus in Longmen Grottoes
Included: Bottled water
Included: Single-trip shuttle bus in Shaolin Temple

Not included

Not included: Lunch
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Longmen Grottoes

2 hours Admission included

Pick up at 9:00 a.m and visit the world-famous Longmen Grottoes. Set on the banks of the Yi River, 12 km south of Luoyang City, the Longmen Grottoes are ranked the first of the Four Great Grottoes in China, together with the Mogao Grottoes in Dunhuang, Yungang Grottoes in Datong and Mount Maiji Grottoes in Tianshui. It was also listed into the World Cultural Heritages and Relics by UNESCO in 2000 for its broad collections and profound cultural influence in the world. Dotted between Xiangshan Mountain and the Longmen Mountain, with the Yi River flowing below, the Longmen Grottoes are harmonious with mountains, forests and rivers displaying a serene and peaceful atmosphere.
Monastero Shaolin (Shaolin Temple)

2 hours Admission included

After lunch, you will go to the Shaolin Temple, which is in the region of the Song Mountain, Dengfeng City, Henan Province, and is reputed to be “The Number One Temple under Heaven”. Included on UNESCO's World Cultural and Heritage List in 2010, it is the cradle of Chinese Zen Buddhism and Shaolin Martial Arts such as the Shaolin Cudgel.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Waku Yushe Hotel
Christian's Hotel
Dongshan Hotel
Hyatt Place Luoyang
International Hotel Luoyang
Yading Peninsula Hotel Luoyang
New Friendship Hotel
Xinjiayun Apartment Hotel Luoyang Zhengda International Plaza

Luoyang centrally-located hotel pick up and drop off service is offered. Any starting point far away from the city center will incur extra compensation.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
The duration of transfers is approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions