1-Day Longmen Grottoes & Shaolin Temple Cultural Tour
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Route:
Luoyang-Dengfeng
- Tour Code: HT-LS-01
- Duration of the trip: 1 Day
- Hotel： 1 night (4+ stars Hotels)
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Longmen Grottoes--Shaolin Temple
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After enjoying breakfast in the morning, you will head to the Longmen Grottoes Scenic Area. Widely recognized as the most outstanding among China’s four major grottoes, the Longmen Grottoes house the largest and finest collection of Chinese art from the late Northern Wei to the Tang Dynasty (316–907 AD). Alongside the Mogao Caves in Dunhuang and the Yungang Grottoes in Datong, Longmen is considered one of the three greatest grotto complexes in China.
After the visit, you will travel to the famous Shaolin Temple in Dengfeng City in the afternoon. Known as the birthplace of Chinese Zen Buddhism and Shaolin Kung Fu, the temple is often referred to as "the Number One Temple under Heaven." The Indian monk Bodhidharma meditated here for nine years, laying the foundation for Chinese Zen Buddhism, and turning Shaolin Temple into its ancestral home. Here, you can also take part in a paid kung fu lesson with real Shaolin warrior monks.
After the tour, you will be transferred to the train station or airport according to your schedule, concluding your pleasant journey.
Recommended Activities:
Take a guided walk through the main caves of Longmen Grottoes to discover iconic Buddha statues and inscriptions.
Visit the Shaolin Temple Pagoda Forest, a serene cemetery of stone stupas dedicated to high-ranking monks.
Attend a live Shaolin Kung Fu performance to witness the discipline, strength, and agility of the warrior monks.
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- The price is based on two people sharing a double room. If you prefer a single room, please contact us for a quote.
- Price may vary depending on exchange rates, travel dates, and hotel class.
- Prices may vary depending on the season and promotional activities. Please consult your advisor for details.
Price Includes:
- Comfortable hotel with daily breakfast (twin room)
- Professional English-speaking local tour guide
- Air-conditioned private coach throughout the tour
- Entrance tickets to all listed attractions and activities
- Lunches as specified in the itinerary
- Domestic flights and high-speed train tickets
- One travel accident insurance per person
Cancellation Policy
We understand that travel plans may change. Please review our cancellation policy below:
- Free cancellation if canceled 60 days or more before the tour starts
- 5% of total tour cost if canceled 45-59 days before departure
- 10% of total tour cost if canceled 30-44 days before departure
- 25% of total tour cost if canceled 15-29 days before departure
- 45% of total tour cost if canceled 7-14 days before departure
- 100% of total tour cost if canceled less than 7 days before departure
Q & A
Is it realistic to see both Longmen Grottoes and Shaolin Temple in one day?
Yes, it's a full but well-structured day – you'll spend the morning at Longmen, then drive to Shaolin in the afternoon, with enough time to see the temple, pagoda forest, and a live kung fu performance.
How physically demanding is this tour?
Expect a moderate amount of walking – about 3.5 hours along the cliffside at Longmen plus walking around the temple complex, so wear comfortable shoes and bring water.
When is the best time of year to visit?
Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) offer the most pleasant weather, but if you're visiting for the kung fu experience, Shaolin Temple is open year-round.
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