If you're in Luoyang, don't miss this day trip to the enigmatic Longmen Grottoes. Plus, you'll visit the Shalin Temple or the White Horse Temple. Discover the city's most fascinating side!
Tour Details
At the designated time, we'll pick you up at your hotel and set off to Luoyang's most iconic landmark: the Longmen Grottoes.
These are some of the most important Buddhist caves in China and are home to more than 10000 Buda statues of all shapes and sizes. It'll leave you speechless!
We'll explore this site declared a World Heritage Site. You'll love learning about the fascinating details of each cave as we tell you about the importance of the Buddhist religion for the dynasties that have ruled China throughout history, especially during the legacy of the Wu Zetian empress, the only woman who ruled China under this title.
On this private day trip, depending on the option you choose, you'll visit one of the two most fascinating temples in the region: the White Horse Temple or the Shaolin Temple.
White Horse Temple
If you choose this option, after exploring the Longmen Grottoes, you'll have 1 hour of free time to have lunch on your own. Afterward, we'll travel to the White Horse Temple, the oldest temple in the world. Ready to see a site filled with history?
Considered as the first official Buddhist temple in China, this site boasts of being the country's "Ancestral Temple" and the "Origin of Buddhism," a title that symbolizes the origin of everything.
You'll discover the different pavilions that the temple houses, with four different architectural styles: Chinese, Indian, Burmese, and Thai. It's a unique place in the world!
8 hours later, we'll return to your hotel and conclude the day trip.
Shaolin Temple
In this case, first we'll set off to the Shaolin Temple, one of the most famous Buddhist temples in the east. Curious to know why?
For hundreds of years, martial arts have laid the foundation for Shaolin kung fu all over the world. Here, you'll learn about the fundamental aspects of Buddhism as you watch a short kung-fu demonstration performed by monks.
In the afternoon, we'll leave you approximately 1 hour of free time so that you can rest and grab a bite to eat to enjoy a typical dish of Chinese cuisine.
After lunch, we'll regroup to continue our day trip by visiting the Longmen Grottoes.
Finally, we'll say our goodbyes at the starting point after 8 hours.
Why Book a Private Day Trip
By booking a private day trip, you'll receive a much more personalized service. Plus, you can enjoy the trip any day of the week, customize your itinerary, and start at the time you want. You'll even save money if you're a larger group!