Private Tour

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

Overview

Available languages

Chinese (Taiwan)

Chinese

English

Mobile ticket

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.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking

Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Private tour

Professional guide

Bottled water

Lunch

Hotel pickup and drop-off(for hotels in Luoyang city)

Entrance fee

Transport by private vehicle

Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

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What To Expect

Longmen Grottoes

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.

2 hours • Admission Included

White Horse Temple

After a delicious lunch in the local restaurant, 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.

1 hour • Admission Included