3 Days Shaolin Kung Fu Experience and Luoyang Grottoes
English‑speaking local guide
Small Groups or Private Tours
Price of tour: $372*
* (Price can be 10% lower or higher depending on the season.)
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3 Days Shaolin Kung Fu Experience and Luoyang Grottoes
Tour summary
Embark on a 3-day journey through China’s martial, spiritual, and artistic heritage with the Shaolin Kung Fu Experience and Luoyang Grottoes Tour!
Begin in Luoyang, relaxing after your journey and soaking in the historic atmosphere. On the second day, visit the legendary Shaolin Temple in Dengfeng—birthplace of Zen Buddhism and Shaolin Kung Fu. Witness a mesmerizing martial arts performance, explore the tranquil Pagoda Forest, and even enjoy an immersive Kung Fu learning experience yourself!
Conclude your adventure with the magnificent Longmen Grottoes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famous for its thousands of intricate Buddha statues and stone carvings. Stroll through ancient streets in Luoyang and discover a unique blend of history, culture, and spirituality—all with the guidance of expert local guides and the comfort of quality accommodations.
Tour Itinerary
Tour Table of Contents
Day 1: Arrival in Luoyang
Arrive in Luoyang by high-speed train or flight. Upon arrival, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel in Luoyang city center. Check into your hotel and relax after your journey. You may explore the local area and enjoy a leisurely evening in Luoyang.
Day 2: Shaolin Temple, Kung Fu Experience, and Luoyang Old Town
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
– Depart for Dengfeng (approx. 80-minute drive).
– Visit the Shaolin Temple Scenic Area, which includes the Shaolin Temple, the Pagoda Forest, and a martial arts performance.
**Shaolin Temple**: Explore the birthplace of Zen Buddhism and Shaolin Kung Fu, known for its rich history and cultural significance.
**Pagoda Forest**: Discover the largest pagoda forest in China, with ancient stone pagodas that date back to different dynasties.
**Martial Arts Performance**: Witness an impressive Shaolin Kung Fu show at 10:30 AM or 11:30 AM (two shows available, each lasting 30 minutes).
Day 3: Longmen Grottoes and Departure
**Morning**:
– Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.
– Visit the Longmen Grottoes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its thousands of Buddha statues and intricate carvings. Explore the caves and marvel at the stunning artistry that spans from the Northern Wei to the Tang Dynasties.
**Afternoon**:
– Transfer to your next destination, with the departure scheduled for around 2:00 PM.
Included in the price
Airport drop-off and transfer service
Local English-speaking tour guide
Transportation throughout tour
Comfortable hotels with daily breakfast, based on two people sharing one room
Daily breakfast
Entrance fees to all attractions as per itinerary
Kongfu learning experience
Bottled water
Travel insurance
Excluded from the price
Airfare or train fare
Lunch and dinner not specified in the itinerary
Single supplement fee for those occupying a single room
Tipping for guide and driver
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10 years experience in organizing expat tours in China.
Jessie first worked as travel consultant for many years, her excellent organizing skills and great travel route planning have won the trust of many customers. In 2018 she founded experiencetibet.org, an agency offering tours in Tibet autonomous region and other Tibetan areas in China such as Gansu, Yunnan and Sichuan. In 2020 she started yellowbirdtour.com, with destinations all over China.
Penny | China travel consultant
Penny has rich experience in organizing foreigners tours to many places in China, such as Tibet, Gansu, Yunnan, Xinjiang, Zhangjiajie. She is very responsive, always quick and patient. Customers like her, they always come back for more tours, and also recommend many of their friends to join.
Dawei | Tour guide / operator
Dawei is a Tibetan Buddhist, and comes from the most north edge of the Tibetan plateau in Qinghai province, Western China. He has travelled as a tour leader to many South Asian countries such as India, Bhutan and also nearly the entire country of China. He focuse especially on guiding in Qinghai, Gansu, Sichuan, Ningxia provinces and Tibetan regions. The activities of these various tour groups have included adopting family, horse racing, hiking, bird watching, cycling, camping, overseas students, cultural and religious sightseeing.
Andrew | Touir guide / operator
Andrew was born and grew up in a small village of Zhangjiajie, Hunan. From 2009-2012 he works for royal Caribbean International cruise as an onboard guest services officer. After that, he dedicates his life/time to guiding and operating tours in Zhangjiajie and around. As a native person, he knows all the corner of the scenic area, such as good restaurants, souvenir shops and cultures. He is very experienced and super flexible, he knows how to avoid the crowds and take advantage of the weather and offer the best travel experience to customers, all you need to do is just relax and enjoy!
