Shaolin Temple One Day Tour

Zhengzhou, China
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Duration6h - 8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Visit the historic Shaolin Temple, the birthplace of Zen Buddhism and renowned for its martial arts. Explore the ancient Pagoda Forest, home to over 240 Buddhist pagodas, and witness an electrifying Shaolin Kung Fu performance by skilled monks. This tour, set against the stunning backdrop of Mount Song, provides insights into the rich cultural heritage of this UNESCO World Heritage site. Enjoy lunch included in the tour and experience the essence of Shaolin in a single day.

- Discover the world-famous Shaolin Temple, founded in 495 AD
- Visit the impressive Pagoda Forest with over 240 Buddhist structures
- Includes lunch and professional English-speaking guide

What's included

  • Admission fee
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Services of a professional English-speaking guide
  • Scenic area electric carts
  • Personal expenses

What to expect

  1. Monastero Shaolin (Shaolin Temple)
    2h · Admission ticket included
    What visitors can see at Shaolin Temple:
    Shaolin Temple Main Courtyard Buildings: The "Shaolin Temple" plaque inscribed by Emperor Kangxi of the Qing Dynasty, plus structures like Mountain Gate Hall, Heavenly King Hall, Main Hall, Scripture Repository, Abbot's Chamber and Lixue Pavilion. Also, the imposing statues of Two Guardian Generals (Heng and Ha), Four Heavenly Kings and Eighteen Arhats.
    Ancient Ginkgo Trees: 1,500-year-old ginkgos in the temple, vibrant and complementing the red walls and green glazed tiles.
    Shaolin Temple Pagoda Forest: Over 240 pagodas from the Tang Dynasty to now, China's largest and most numerous ancient pagoda complex. Notably, the 30th abbot Master Suxi's pagoda has carvings of airplanes, steamships and mobile phones; the 24th abbot Master Xiaoshan's wooden pagoda (appointed by Ming Emperor Jiajing) is also worth seeing.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We will meet you at the hotel lobby. The tour guide will hold a red flag with the words "Yellow River TRAVEL SERVICE" on it.

Meeting point

Go to the lobby of the hotel and look for the tour guide holding the red flag which has the words "Yellow River International" on it.

End point

We will meet you at the hotel lobby. The tour guide will hold a red flag with the words "Yellow River TRAVEL SERVICE" on it.

End point

Go to the lobby of the hotel and look for the tour guide holding the red flag which has the words "Yellow River International" on it.

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

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