Private Tour

Half Day Tour to Shaolin Temple from Zhengzhou with Entry Tickets

Overview

Available languages

Chinese (Taiwan)

Chinese

English

Mobile ticket

If you’re captivated by Chinese Kung Fu and plan to explore the iconic Shaolin Temple during your stay in Zhengzhou, this tailored private one-day tour is an ideal option. You’ll have ample time to enjoy a dynamic Kung Fu performance showcasing exquisite and awe-inspiring martial arts techniques. Accompanied by a well-informed local guide, you’ll delve into the millennial history and cultural heritage of Shaolin Temple, the birthplace of Chan Buddhism and Chinese martial arts. A highlight of the tour is a visit to China’s largest Pagoda Forest, a unique scenic spot with great historical and artistic value. This all-inclusive private tour features all site entrance fees, a professional English-speaking tour guide, and convenient transportation via private vehicle for the entire journey.

Additional Info

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

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

What To Expect

Monastero Shaolin (Shaolin Temple)

Following a morning pickup from your accommodation in Zhengzhou city center, meet your private guide and hop aboard your air-conditioned vehicle. Heading directly to Shaolin Temple, which will takes about 1.5 hours. Your tour guide will explain the relate histories and stories along the way, feel free to ask any questions if you have! Shaolin Temple is famous for Chinese Kungfu, first you will have a chance to witness the real Kungfu performed by Shaolin monks. As a UNESCO Site, the Shaolin Temple was first constructed in 495 A.D. Later, Emperor Xiaowen of the Northern Wei Dynasty (386-557) had the temple built to accommodate the Indian master Batuo. As Chinese Kungfu also originated from Shaolin Temple, it has been recognized as the origin of Chan Buddhism and the cradle of Kungfu. Accompanied by your knowledgable tour guide, you will get you know the histories and related stories about Shaolin Temple - culture, people and soul.

2 hours • Admission Included

Pagoda Forest of Shaolin Temple

Afterwards, you will explore the Pagoda Forest which is a concentration of tomb pagodas for eminent monks and abbots of the temple. There are 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. Your tour also including a local lunch or dinner(Depending on your start time), just tell your guide when. After your Shaolin Temple tour finished, your guide will bring you back to your hotel in Zhengzhou.

30 minutes • Admission Included