Enjoy a comfortable private vehicle operated by a courteous friendly driver from your Luoyang city hotel to Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes on this private independent tour. You will have the maximum freedom to enjoy historical sites at your own pace. Your driver will take you to the attractions, assistant you with the entrance fee, and waiting for you at the parking lot. There is no factory and shopping stops during the tour. The use of the driver service is 8-9 hours.
Your driver will pick you up in your Luoyang hotel's lobby by holding your name sign<br/>Pickup included
Your driver will hold your name sign waiting for you in the lobby of your Luoyang hotel or railway station at prearranged time. Then heading directly to Shaolin Temple, it will take about 1.5 hours. Sit back and enjoy the sceneries along the way.
Once arrive at Shaolin Temple, your driver will purchase your entrance fee, and waiting for you at the parking lot, after your independent tour of Shaolin Temple finished, please find your driver at where he dropped you off.
Shaolin Temple is the birthplace of Chinese Zen Buddhism and Shaolin Martial Arts. The whole complex can be thought of as three major sights within the compound.
Area One--The Kung Fu Performance
After you enter the complex, you will see the Kung Fu performance hall. The Kung Fu performance amazing and is not to be missed.
Area Two--Shaolin Temple
Shaolin Temple embraces many exciting attractions, such as the Hall of Heavenly Kings (Tianwangdian), the Mahavira Hall (Daxiongbaodian), the Pagoda Forest, the Dharma Cave and the Martial Art Training Center.
Area Three--The Pagoda Forest
The Pagoda Forest is another half-kilometer walk through a wooded path, It is a concentration of tomb pagodas for eminent monks and abbots of the temple. A rough count shows 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.
After meet your driver again, heading directly to Longmen Grottoes. Your driver will help you to purchase your ticket, then spend some time to explore the attractions. When your self guided tour finished, you can choose to be transferred back to your hotel in Luoyang.
Please note this is only a private transfer service, meal or entrance fee and tour guide are not included. You may have a Chinese speaking driver, but they know exactly where to pick you up and where to drop you off. Guest can use their phone to call translator if need during the ride.
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Luoyang is one of the ancient capitals of China, rich in historical and cultural heritage. It's famous for its Longmen Grottoes, Shaolin Temple, and Peony Festival, making it a must-visit for history and culture enthusiasts.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring thousands of Buddhist stone statues and carvings from the 5th to 10th centuries.
The birthplace of Zen Buddhism and Chinese martial arts, known for its ancient temples and cultural significance.
A museum showcasing ancient tombs and artifacts from the Han and Tang dynasties.
A savory dish made with pork belly braised in soy sauce and spices.
A traditional banquet featuring a variety of dishes served in a broth.
Soft, fluffy buns often filled with meat or vegetables.
These months offer comfortable weather and are ideal for sightseeing. The Peony Festival in April is a major highlight.
Chinese Yuan (CNY)
GMT+8
220VV, 50HzHz
Luoyang is generally safe for tourists, but standard precautions should be taken.
Luoyang Longmen Railway Station
Luoyang Long-distance Bus Station, Luoyang West Bus Station
Affordable and convenient, but can be crowded during peak hours.
Available • Apps: DiDi
Car, Bike, Scooter
A scenic mountain with ancient temples and hiking trails.
A beautiful national forest park with waterfalls and hiking trails.
Price varies by option