Shaolin Temple (Shaolin Monastery) Attractions & Things to do

Luoyang is located in the center of China and considered as the most important cradle of the Chinese civilization. As one of the six ancient capitals, the world famous attractions in Luoyang are the Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes. The Longmen Grottoes contains the largest and most impressive collection of Chinese art from the late Northern Wei and Tang Dynasties (316-907) entirely devoted to the Buddhist religion. Don't miss Shaolin Temple! It is famous for Shaolin Kung Fu that linked martial arts to Zen Buddhism. This full-day tour will take you to visit all the amazing places in Luoyang.
Duration: 8 hours.

Visit highlights of Luoyang including Longmen Grottoes and Shaolin Temple with private day tour from Xi'an by bullet train.

You will be picked up and dropped off from your Xi'an hotel.
Duration: 13 hours.

Join this private day tour to Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes from Zhengzhou. You will watch a kung-fu performance that displays amazing martial arts moves;  Discover the history and culture of the Shaolin Temple with your knowledgable tour guide; Admire the biggest pagoda forest in China; Experience the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site - Longmen Grottoes to view thousands of Buddhist statues carved into the steep limestone cliffs. This private tour includes tasty local lunch, all entrance fee, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle. The tour contains no factory and shopping stops which keeps the focus on the main sites.
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Take one day to travel round-trip from Beijing to Shaolin Temple by high-speed train on this privately guided full-day tour. Your private guide picks you up in Zhengzhou and takes you to Shaolin Temple. You will have plenty time to watch a kung-fu performance that displays amazing martial arts moves, discover the history and culture of the Shaolin Temple with your knowledgable tour guide and admire the biggest pagoda forest in China. This tour includes Beijing to Zhengzhou round trip train tickets, tasty local lunch, all entrance fee, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle.
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Enjoy a comfortable private vehicle operated by a courteous friendly driver from your Luoyang city hotel to Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes on this private independent tour.  You will have the maximum freedom to enjoy historical sites at your own pace. Your driver will take you to the attractions, assistant you with the entrance fee, and waiting for you at the parking lot. There is no factory and shopping stops during the tour. The use of the driver service is 8-9 hours.
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Enjoy door-to-door service in a comfortable private vehicle operated by a courteous friendly driver from your Luoyang city hotel or Railway Station to Shaolin Temple. You will have the maximum freedom to enjoy the Shaolin Temple at your own pace. Your driver will take you to the Shaolin Temple, purchase your entrance fee, and waiting for you at the parking lot, after your independent tour of Shaolin Temple finished, your driver will transfer you back to your hotel or accommodation in Luoyang City. This tour offer varies departure time.
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This private day tour will take you to visit Longmen Grottoes and Shaolin Temple in Luoyang from Xian by bullet trains. As one of the six ancient capitals, Luoyang is located in the center of China as an important cradle of Chinese civilization. It has many world famous attractions. The Longmen Grottoes has the largest and most impressive collection of Chinese art from the late Northern Wei and Tang Dynasties (316-907). The art is devoted to the Buddhism and considered the high point of Chinese stone carving. The Shaolin Temple is famous for linking martial arts with Zen Buddhism.
Duration: 14 hours.

This relaxing day trip to Luoyang from Xi'an takes you to explore the top attractions of Luoyang. The guide will take you from Xi'an and visit Shaolin Temple and the Longmen Grottoes. You will watch a kung-fu demonstration that displays amazing martial. Magnificent Chinese buddhist grottoes. round-trip bullet train ticket, private guide and transfer service are inclusive.
Duration: 8 hours.

Join this private day tour to Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes from Luoyang. You will watch a kung-fu performance that displays amazing martial arts moves;  Discover the history and culture of the Shaolin Temple; Admire the biggest pagoda forest in China; Experience the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site - Longmen Grottoes to view thousands of Buddhist statues carved into the steep limestone cliffs. This private tour includes tasty local lunch, all entrance fee, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle. 
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Best Luoyang one day tour is designed to be completed in 8-9 hours. You will visit Shaolin Temple in the morning. The Temple will be followed by Longmen Grottoes. Then drive back to down city. If time permits, you could visit either White Horse Temple or Luoyang Museum. The 3rd place to visit will be open for you according to your interest. Please talk with your guide and decide where to go.
Duration: 8 hours.

As one of the six ancient capitals, Luoyang is located on the central plain of China, the important cradle of the Chinese civilization. The world famous attractions in Luoyang and nearby are the Longmen Grottoes, the White Horse Temple, Luoyang Museum and the Shaolin Temple.

The Longmen Grottoes were listed as a World Heritage Site in Nov, 2000. The White Horse Temple was the first Buddhist temple in China in the year 64 of the Eastern Han Dynasty (25-220), the cradle of Buddhism in China. Shaolin Temple is famed for linking martial arts with Zen Buddhism.
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Discover the incredible UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites of Shaolin Temple on a private tour from Chengdu by plane. Greeted by a knowledgeable guide, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, you will have plenty time to watch a kung-fu performance that displays amazing martial arts moves, discover the history and culture of the Shaolin Temple and admire the biggest pagoda forest in China. Tour includes plane tickets, tasty local lunch, all entrance fee, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle. You can choose to end your tour in Zhengzhou, or return Chengdu.
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Join this 2 day tour to travel from Beijing to Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes by bullet train. Accompanied by your own private guide, you will experience the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site - Longmen Grottoes; Watch a kung-fu performance that displays amazing martial arts moves, discover the history and culture of the Shaolin Temple and admire the biggest pagoda forest in China. This private tour includes Beijing to Zhengzhou, Luoyang to Beijing bullet train tickets, tasty local lunch, all entrance fee, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle. You can choose to finish your tour in Luoyang/ Zhengzhou or back to Beijing
Duration: 2 days.

Explore the famous Shaolin Temple and Songyang Academy from Xi'an by bullet train. You will have plenty time to watch a kung-fu performance that displays amazing martial arts moves, discover the history and culture of the Shaolin Temple with your knowledgable tour guide and admire the biggest pagoda forest in China. Admire one of the four greatest academies for higher education in ancient China. This private tour includes lunch, entrance fee, train tickets, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle. You can choose to end your tour in Zhengzhou or return Xi'an
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This is a private full day tour from Zhengzhou to Shaolin Temple. Shaolin Temple is the birthplace of Martial Arts and Chan Buddhism. Take a cable car up to Mt.Song and enjoy a great view up there in a distance or hike to the top Temple: Sanhuang Village Scenic Resort.
Entrance fee, round-trip cable car tickets, local lunch, private transfer are all inclusive.

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Enjoy a comfortable private vehicle operated by a courteous friendly driver from your Zhengzhou city hotel to Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes on this private independent tour.  You will have the maximum freedom to enjoy historical sites at your own pace. Your driver will take you to the attractions, assistant you with the entrance fee, and waiting for you at the parking lot. There is no factory and shopping stops during the tour. The use of the driver service is 8-10 hours.
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The Longmen Grottoes, a rich repository of ancient art and history. Book your tickets in advance to skip lines and secure your visit.
Enhance your experience with two optional services: a guided tour led by experts who will share the grottoes' 1,500-year history and cultural significance, bringing the intricate carvings to life. Or opt for a private transfer, ensuring a stress-free journey from your hotel to the site in a comfortable vehicle.
If you're eager to explore the origins of Shaolin culture, we also offer a combined package that includes both the Longmen Grottoes and Shaolin Temple. This unique option allows you to delve into the profound Buddhist art of the grottoes in the morning and then head to Shaolin Temple in the afternoon, where you can witness the birthplace of Shaolin Kung Fu and soak in the centuries-old Zen Buddhist traditions.
Reserve your tickets and services ahead of time, and prepare to explore these iconic archaeological gems!
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While in Zhengzhou, are you interested in Chinese Kung Fu and are thinking about visiting the Shaolin Temple? Enjoy door-to-door service in a comfortable private vehicle operated by a courteous friendly driver from your Zhengzhou city hotel to Shaolin Temple. You will have the maximum freedom to enjoy the Shaolin Temple at your own pace. Your driver will take you to the Shaolin Temple, purchase your entrance fee, and waiting for you at the parking lot, after your independent tour of Shaolin Temple finished, your driver will transfer you back to your hotel or accommodation in Zhengzhou City. There is no factory and shopping stops during the tour. The use of the driver service is between 8-9 hours. It is easy!
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Take a private tour to two top attractions in Henan Province of China: Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes.

Shaolin Temple is the birthplace of Martial Arts and Chan Buddhism. Longmen Grottoes are some of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art, one of the three most famous Grottoes in China.

A nice lunch in Shaolin Temple, entrance fees and private transfers are all inclusive.
Duration: 9 hours.

Join this private day tour to explore two of the most important historical attractions in Luoyang, Longmen Grottoes and Shaolin Temple. Be marveled by the work of devoted Buddhists from thousands of years ago and also astounded by the martial art performance of Shaolin monks. Lunch is included in the package.
Duration: 1 day.

Are you interested in Chinese Kungfu, thinking about visiting the Shaolin Temple and learn Kungfu? During this private one day tour, you will have plenty time to watch a kung-fu performance that displays amazing martial arts moves, discover the history and culture of the Shaolin Temple with your knowledgable tour guide and admire the biggest pagoda forest in China. In additional, you will spent 1 hour to learn the basic Kungfu movements with a Kungfu Master
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Join this private day tour to explore the Zhongyue Temple and Shaolin Temple from luoyang. Explore the largest and oldest intact building complex among the Five Holy Mountains in China at Zhongyue Temple. Accompanied by your knowledgeable tour guide, get to know the detailed history and stories. At the Shaolin Temple, you will have plenty time to watch a kung-fu performance that displays amazing martial arts moves, discover the history and culture and admire the biggest pagoda forest in China. This private tour includes local dinner, all entrance fee, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle. Luoyang hotel pick up and drop off also included.
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Discover the ancient capital Luoyang on the full day private trip, enjoy flexible pickup and drop-off service from Luoyang downtown hotel or Railway Station, visit the UNESCO listed World Heritage Site of Longmen Grottoes, discover the birthplace of Shaolin Kung Fu at Shaolin Temple, know more about Luoyang highlights from your knowledgeable private tour guide.
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Visit highlights of Luoyang including Longmen Grottoes and Shaolin Temple with this private day tour from Luoyang city.

You will be picked up and dropped off from your Luoyang hotel.
Duration: 8 hours.

This is a private full day tour from Zhengzhou to Shaolin Temple. Shaolin Temple is the birthplace of Martial Arts and Chan Buddhism. Take a cable car up to Mt.Song and enjoy a great view up there in a distance or hike to the top Temple: Sanhuang Village Scenic Resort.
Entrance fee, round-trip cable car tickets, local lunch, private transfer are all inclusive.

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Travel from Xi'an to Luoyang by high-speed train to take in the Longmen Grottoes and Shaolin Temple on a full-day private tour. Follow your professional tour guide, discover the stone statues of buddhas with various facial appearances in Longmen Grottoes and enjoy the famous Kung Fu show performed by monks at Shaolin Temple. Your guide will provide in-depth information about each site's history and significance. Round-trip high-speed train tickets are included. Take your time to experience Chinese ancient culture.
Duration: 9 hours.

Make the most of your stopover in Luoyang and visit the city highlight in a limited time. This tour take you to Shaolin Temple, Longmen Grottoes. Entrance tickets, private guide, lunch are all inclusive.
Duration: 8 hours.

On this full-day guided private tour, you will enjoy private pickup and drop-off services from your Luoyang hotel or Luoyang Railway Station to visit one of the four great grottoes in China - Longmen Grottoes, witness the real Kung Fu performed by Shaolin monks, and explore the birthplace of Shaolin Kung Fu at Shaolin Temple.
Duration: 8 hours.

This relaxing day trip. The guide will take you visit Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes. You will watch a kung-fu demonstration that displays amazing martial. Magnificent Chinese buddhist grottoes. private guide and transfer service are inclusive.
Duration: 6 hours.

Take the Bullet train in the early morning from Beijing to Zhouzhou, Henan Province. Visit Shaolin Temple, the birthplace of Martial Arts and Chan Buddhism. And one of the three most famous Grottoes in China-Longmen Grottoes. Then take the bullet train back from Luoyang to Beijing at night.
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Are you interested in Chinese Kungfu and are thinking about visiting the Shaolin Temple? If you are in Zhengzhou, this is a perfect tour for you. During this private one day tour, you will have plenty time to watch a kung-fu performance that displays amazing martial arts moves, discover the history and culture of the Shaolin Temple with your knowledgeable tour guide and admire the biggest pagoda forest in China. This private tour includes local lunch, all entrance fee, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle. The tour contains no factory and shopping stops which keeps the focus on the main sites.
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This is a one day excursion to Luoyang, which is considered to be the East Capital of ancient China. Longmen Grottoes and Shaolin Temple both belong to the world heritage and shows you more fascinating and diverse culture of China. Without worrying about the accommodation in another city, you can easily do this day trip via the fast speed train with Xi'an as headquarter. You will be picked up from your hotel at 6:30 by our driver to catch bullet train to Luoyang. After 1.5 hour train ride, you will be greeted by our local representative and start your tour by a car/van. You will visit the Shaolin Temple and the Kongfu show and then visit the Longmen Grottoes. Then transfer you to the Luoyang Longmen station to take the bullet train back to Xi'an. Once arriving in Xi'an, you can easily catch a taxi and go back to your hotel.
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Visit highlights of China including the Shanghai,Chengdu,Luoyang,Xi'an,Pingyao,Datong and Beijing with this private 13 days tour from Shanghai.

You will be picked up from Your Shanghai hotel and dropped off at Beijing.
Duration: 13 days.

Take a private tour to two renowned UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Henan Province of China: Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes. Shaolin Temple is the birthplace of Martial Arts and Chan Buddhism. Longmen Grottoes are some of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art, one of the three most famous Grottoes in China. A nice lunch in Shaolin Temple, entrance fees and private transfers are all inclusive.

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Today we will have driver pick you up from hotel in Xi'an city, take bullet train to Luoyang, meet guide at Longmen train station, visit Shaolin temple and Longmen grottoes, after tour ends guide will drop you to Luoyang longmen train station for bullet train to Xi'an.
Shaolin temple it the birth place of Chinese kongfu,It is a great chance for you to observe the daily life and meditation of the monks, don't miss the Kongfu show in Shaolin theater, it's the soul of Shaolin temple.
After lunch at Shaolin temple you will visit Longen Grottoes, there are more than 2,300 sacred niches and 100,000 Buddhist statues in various sizes created by skilled artisans. Scattered densely on the majestic mountains from north to south, the grottoes stretch for 1,000 meters (1,100 yards) along the cliffs. 
After tour we will drop you to Luoyang longmen train station for bullet train back to Xi'an city, meet driver at exit and transfer to hotel.
Duration: 9 hours.

This private 2-day trip takes you to one of the famous ancient capital cities of China - Luoyang. Visit the must-see sites, such as the Shaolin Temple, Longmen Grottoes, etc. Traveling in a comfortable vehicle makes your tour as convenient as possible. Your well-trained local tour guide ensure you a worry-free tour.
Duration: 2 days.

Explore Shaolin Temple and Luoyang City on this 2-day private tour with a knowledge guide. Shaolin Temple is the birthplace of Martial Arts and Chan Buddhism,with the option of Mt.Song hiking,which is the central mountain of the Five Great Mountains of China. Longmen Grottoes are some of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art, one of the three most famous Grottoes in China, White Horse Temple is the first Buddhist temple in China.
Local lunch, entrance fees, private transfer are are inclusive
Duration: 2 days.

Embark on a breathtaking 3-day private tour from Beijing to explore the ancient capitals of China - Xi'an and Luoyang! Discover the wonders of the Terracotta Army, stroll along the majestic Big Goose Pagoda, and immerse yourself in the serenity of the Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes. Don't miss this unforgettable journey through time and culture - book your adventure today! Your well-trained local tour guides ensure you a worry-free tour.


Duration: 3 days.

Shaolin Kung fu, as one of the most well-known Chinese Kung fu in the world, is also a precious quintessence of Chinese culture. This Shaolin Kung fu Experience Tour from Xi'an is especially designed for Shaolin Kung fu fans which will make your Kung fu dream come true! During this private tour, you will stay one night in the village next to the Shaolin Temple; Get first hand experience of Kung fu skill practice and discover further profound meaning of martial art with the monks from the Shaolin Temple. Enjoy a simple vegetarian lunch with the monks in the Shaolin Temple restaurant. Besides, you will discover the history and culture of the Shaolin Temple and admire the biggest pagoda forest in China. This private tour includes local lunch and dinner, all entrance fee, one night accommodation in the Shaolin Temple Village, train tickets, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle.
Duration: 2 days.

Join this private day tour to Shaolin Temple and Yellow River Scenic Park from Xi'an by bullet train. You will watch a kung-fu performance that displays amazing martial arts moves; Discover the history and culture of the Shaolin Temple with your knowledgable tour guide; Admire the biggest pagoda forest in China; Experience the "Mother River" in China at Yellow River Scenic Area. This private tour includes tasty local lunch, all entrance fee, train ticket, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle. You can choose to finish your tour in Zhengzhou or travel back to Xi'an.
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If you are interested in Chinese Kungfu, don't miss the opportunity to explore the Shaolin Temple from Luoyang. During this private one day tour, you will have plenty time to watch a kung-fu performance that displays amazing martial arts moves, discover the history and culture of the Shaolin Temple with your knowledgeable tour guide and admire the biggest pagoda forest in China. This private tour includes local lunch, all entrance fee, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle. The tour contains no factory and shopping stops which keeps the focus on the main sites.
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Discover the highlights of Zhengzhou and Luoyang with a private guide during a 2-day sightseeing tour. See two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Longmen Grottoes, Shaolin Temple and Pagoda Forest. Watch a kung-fu performance that displays amazing martial arts moves; Take the air cushion ship to experience the "Mother River" in China at Yellow River Scenic Area. Stroll around the shops and restaurant at Erqi Square. Eat at the restaurant where the locals go. This private tour includes two days lunches, private transportation, entrance tickets, you can choose the option to finish your tour in Luoyang or travel back to Zhengzhou when make booking.
Duration: 2 days.

Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes on a private day tour by high-speed train from Xi’an. Enjoy the martial arts practice and the extensive caves and rock face filled with intricate Buddhist stone carvings.

 Your tour includes all transportation, lunch, entrance fees and an informative private guide.
 Travel in a comfortable private vehicle.

Duration: 14 hours.

Join this 2 day tour to travel from Chengdu to Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes by bullet train. Accompanied by your own private guide, you will experience the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site - Longmen Grottoes; Watch a kung-fu performance that displays amazing martial arts moves, discover the history and culture of the Shaolin Temple and admire the biggest pagoda forest in China. This private tour includes train tickets, tasty local lunch, all entrance fee, overnight accommodation, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle. You can choose to finish your tour in Luoyang/ Zhengzhou or back to Chengdu
Duration: 2 days.

Henan province is considered as the cradle of Chinese civilization due to its location by the notable Yellow River. With the assistance of professional guide , you will visit the UNESCO world heritage site - Longmen Grottoes, enjoy the spectacular Kungfu show in Shaolin Temple, and explore the history of the ancient Chinese civilization. It was not only a great way to learn about the legendary Chinese Kungfu, but also to visit other famous historical sites in Henan. The itinerary includes Longmen Grottoes, White Horse Temple, Shaolin Temple, Kaifeng House Scenic Resort. This trip will be a great opportunity to taste local specialty food in Henan.

1.Visit the UNESCO world heritage site - Longmen Grottoes
2.Explore Shaolin Temple and the legendary Chinese kungfu
3.Enjoy a memorable Kungfu show
4.Visit Kaifeng House Scenic Resort and watch the historical sitcoms
5.Taste local specialty food in Henan
Duration: 3 days.