All Inclusive Luoyang Private Day Tour to Longmen Grottoes and White Horse Temple

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About this activity

Delve into the heritage and history of Luoyang on this all inclusive private day trip. With an expert guide, experience the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site - Longmen Grottoes to view thousands of Buddhist statues carved into the steep limestone cliffs. Admire awesome views of the surrounding area. Explore iconic White Horse Temple which is considered the birthplace of Chinese Buddhism, stroll around the halls and pavilions. With revealing commentary from your guide throughout, this private tour of Luoyang will delight history buffs.

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At a glance

Duration: 6–7 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 with Professional guide
Included: Bottled water
Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off(for hotels in Luoyang city)
Included: Entrance fee
Included: Transport by private vehicle

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Meals

Itinerary

Longmen Grottoes

2 hours Admission included

Following a morning pickup from your accommodation in Luoyang city center or railway station, meet your private guide and hop aboard your air-conditioned vehicle. Heading directly to Longmen Grottoes.

Accompanied by your knowledgable tour guide to explore this UNESCO Site -The Longmen Grottoes comprise more than 2,300 caves and niches carved into the steep limestone cliffs over a 1km long stretch. Admire the largest and most impressive collection of Chinese art of the late Northern Wei and Tang Dynasties (316-907), you will also visit the Fengxian Temple and the Wanfo Cave.
White Horse Temple

one hour Admission included

Afterwards, you will explore the White Horse Temple in the afternoon.

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.

Tour ends with your hotel or train station drop off.