- 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.
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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.
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Sanhuang Village Scenic Resort - Enjoy a local lunch, then in the afternoon you will explore the Shanhuang Village Resort. Accompanied by your tour guide, you will take the cable car up to the starting point of a completely amazing skyroad, you will enjoy the peaceful, mystical, surprising and unique experience, then walk to the temple. Along the way, sometime you may see some Kungfu practice. You will spend around 2 hours here.
After your fun day tour finished, your guide will bring you back to your hotel in Zhengzhou.
- Private tour with hotel pickup and drop-off in Zhengzhou
- Expert guidance from a professional tour guide
- Complimentary bottled water
- Round-trip cable car ride at Sanhuang Village Resort
- Lunch included
- All entrance fees covered
- Transportation in a private vehicle
- Gratuities
Upgrade your outing with a private tour to the striking Shaolin Temple and the Sanhuang Village Resort! Let an informed guide illuminate the intriguing history of the Shaolin Temple before proceeding to the vibrant beauty of Sanhuang Village Resort. Here, you’ll take a cable car ascent, tread on a breathtaking skyroad and indulge in an experience that’s tranquil, mystic, astounding, and one-of-a-kind. Your exclusive journey includes a local lunch, all entry fees, round-trip cable car rides, assistance from an English-speaking guide, and private vehicle transportation. Complimentary pickup and drop-off service from the Zhengzhou hotel is also provided.
- 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.
