Luoyang Trip Overview
Delve into the heritage and history of Luoyang on this all inclusive private day trip. With an expert guide, experience the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site – Longmen Grottoes to view thousands of Buddhist statues carved into the steep limestone cliffs. Admire awesome views of the surrounding area. Explore iconic White Horse Temple which is considered the birthplace of Chinese Buddhism, stroll around the halls and pavilions. With revealing commentary from your guide throughout, this private tour of Luoyang will delight history buffs.
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Duration: 8 to 9 hours
Starts: Luoyang, China
Trip Category: Private & Custom Tours >> Private Sightseeing Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Luoyang, Henan, China
Delve into the heritage and history of Luoyang on this all inclusive private day trip. With an expert guide, experience the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site – Longmen Grottoes to view thousands of Buddhist statues carved into the steep limestone cliffs. Admire awesome views of the surrounding area. Explore iconic White Horse Temple which is considered the birthplace of Chinese Buddhism, stroll around the halls and pavilions. With revealing commentary from your guide throughout, this private tour of Luoyang will delight history buffs.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Longmen Grottoes, Banks of Yihe River, Luolong District, Luoyang 471000 China
Following a morning pickup from your accommodation in Luoyang city center at 8:30am, meet your private guide and hop aboard your air-conditioned vehicle. Heading directly to Longmen Grottoes.
Accompanied by your knowledgable tour guide to explore this UNESCO Site -The Longmen Grottoes comprise more than 2,300 caves and niches carved into the steep limestone cliffs over a 1km long stretch. Admire the largest and most impressive collection of Chinese art of the late Northern Wei and Tang Dynasties (316-907), you will also visit the Fengxian Temple and the Wanfo Cave.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: White Horse Temple, Baima Si Lu, Luoyang 471013 China
After a delicious lunch in the local restaurant, you will explore the White Horse Temple in the afternoon.
The White Horse Temple, patronized in 68 CE by Emperor Ming in the Eastern Han Dynasty’s capital, is the first Buddhist temple to be built in China. Explore the halls and pavilions with your guide, hearing stories about the Buddhism history and culture.
Duration: 1 hour
