All Inclusive Private Day Tour to Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes from Zhengzhou

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About this activity

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.

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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: 1–15
Guide: Chinese, English
Operated by: Discover Beijing Tours

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–10 years) · Adults (11–90 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Private tour
Included: Professional guide
Included: Bottled water
Included: Lunch
Included: Transport by private vehicle + Hotel pickup and drop-off (For hotels in Zhengzhou city)
Included: Surcharges on fuel: Fuel surcharge
Included: Entrance fee

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: 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

Itinerary

Zhengzhou

Passing by

In 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)

one hour Admission included

Upon 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 min Admission included

Next, 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 hours Admission included

In 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.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

Hai'an Apartment Hotel
Dalin Sifu Theme Hotel Zhengbian Road
Jianghe Hotel
Dongfang Yuehai Hotel
Jinjiang Inn Zhengzhou Garden Road International Trade 360
Jinxin Hotel
Jingyu Hotel Zhengzhou Weilai North Road
Minghui Hotel Zhengzhou Erqi Wanda Plaza
Le Meridien Zhengzhou
Future Home Inn (Zhengbian Road)
Bona Chain Fashion Inn Xinye
Hongchen Business Hotel

and 877 more pickup points

We will pick you up from you hotel in Zhengzhou ,please provide hotel information when make booking

Using your ticket

Dress code is smart casual
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended

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

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