• Zhengzhou - In the morning, a professional English-speaking guide and private driver will promptly collect guests from their Zhengzhou hotel. They will travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle for an approximately 1.5-hour journey to Shaolin Temple. During the drive, the guide will provide detailed insights into the temple’s rich history, spanning over 1,500 years as the birthplace of Chinese kung fu and the cradle of Zen Buddhism.
• Shaolin Temple - Upon arrival, the guide will lead guests to the kung fu performance venue at the best time. Attendees will experience a stunning live show featuring precise fists, agile kicks, and impressive weapon routines—authentic Shaolin martial arts at its finest, demonstrating the monks’ years of dedication and the seamless blend of physical strength and Zen philosophy. After the show, the guide will escort guests through the ancient temple complex, where they can explore halls adorned with vivid traditional murals and sacred artifacts, soaking in the serene atmosphere of this millennia-old spiritual haven.
• Pagoda Forest of Shaolin Temple - Next, guests will explore China’s largest pagoda forest located behind the temple with their guide. This site features more than 240 tomb pagodas of various sizes from the Tang, Song, Jin, Yuan, Ming, and Qing dynasties (618-1911), making it the largest pagoda forest in China. Visitors can wander among over 240 stone pagodas of varying heights and styles—the final resting places of eminent Shaolin monks—while the guide shares their stories, explaining how each pagoda’s size and carvings reflect the monk’s status and era, highlighting their unique architectural and cultural value. After exploring Shaolin Temple and the pagoda forest, guests will enjoy a delicious authentic local lunch to refuel for the afternoon’s journey.
• Longmen Grottoes - In the afternoon, guests will take a 1-hour private drive to Longmen Grottoes, a spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site with over 1,400 years of history and exquisite ancient Buddhist stone carvings. Along the scenic Yi River path, they can admire thousands of statues embedded in steep limestone cliffs. The guide will focus on iconic sites like Fengxian Temple, home to the 17.14-meter-high Vairocana Buddha, sharing its Tang Dynasty construction story, intricate craftsmanship, and religious significance, as well as the evolution of carving styles across dynasties and hidden details of these artistic masterpieces. After a comprehensive exploration of Longmen Grottoes, the guide and driver will safely transfer guests back to their Zhengzhou hotel, concluding an unforgettable private day tour.

• Entrance fee included for hassle-free access
• Exclusive experience with a private tour
• Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off in Zhengzhou city
• Expertise of a professional guide
• Complimentary bottled water to stay hydrated
• Enjoy a delicious lunch during the tour
• No extra charges, fuel surcharges included
• Comfortable transportation by private vehicle

• Gratuities
• The tour is about 8-10 hours, if you want to extend the tour, please pay 30USD to your guide and driver for each extra hour

Join a private day tour from Zhengzhou to the Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes, offering a perfect mix of martial arts heritage and ancient Buddhist art. Experience an awe-inspiring kung fu show featuring expert martial arts techniques, and delve into the rich history and culture of the Shaolin Temple with an experienced English-speaking guide. The guide will provide detailed insights and share captivating stories about each landmark, including China’s largest pagoda forest. Next, explore the magnificent UNESCO World Heritage Site of Longmen Grottoes, where thousands of intricately carved Buddhist statues grace the impressive limestone cliffs. The guide’s engaging commentary will bring these ancient artworks to life. This exclusive private tour includes a delightful local lunch, all entrance fees, a professional English-speaking guide, and round-trip private transportation.

• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
• The tour is about 8-10 hours, if you want to extend the tour, please pay 30USD to your guide and driver for each extra hour
• Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
• Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required

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