Luoyang White Horse Temple & Longmen Grottoes Full-Day Private Tour

Chinese/English

Private group

Hotel pick up

6hr - 8hr Duration

Longmen Grottoes

Personalized Experience: Enjoy a private guided tour that caters exclusively to your interests and pace.
Cultural Immersion: Delve deep into the rich history and spirituality of Longmen Grottoes and White Horse Temple.
Expert Guidance: Benefit from the knowledge of a professional guide to understand the significance of each site.
Unforgettable Sights: Witness the magnificent artistry of Longmen Grottoes' sculptures and the sacredness of White Horse Temple.
Time - Efficient: Optimize your visit with a well - planned itinerary covering two iconic Luoyang attractions.
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What to expect

Dive into Luoyang’s ancient legacy on a flexible, hassle-free private day tour—with a dedicated local guide and exclusive car for your group! Depart from your hotel, skipping crowds and rushed schedules to explore two iconic sites. First, discover the birthplace of Chinese Buddhism, wandering its 2,000-year-old halls, courtyards, and pavilions as your guide shares stories of dynasties and faith. Then visit the UNESCO-listed Longmen Grottoes, home to 2,300+ caves and 100,000+ Buddhist carvings etched into 1km-long limestone cliffs—uncover the artistry of Northern Wei and Tang Dynasties with in-depth commentary. All entrance fees, private transfers, and a local lunch are included. This tour is tailored for history lovers craving personalized insights and a seamless experience.

Following a morning pickup from your accommodation in Luoyang city center or railway station, meet your private guide and hop aboard your air-conditioned vehicle.

Our professional English-speaking tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Luoyang. Sit back and relax in our comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. During the drive, the guide will briefly introduce the day's itinerary,sharing some interesting facts

Heading directly to Longmen Grottoes. Accompanied by your knowledgeable 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.

First stop is the Longmen Grottoes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and feature thousands of intricately carved Buddhist statues and caves that date back over 1,500 years. Comprise more than 2,300 caves & niches carved into the steep limestone cliffs.

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.

Upon arrival at Longmen Grottoes, board the battery bus to the core West Hill Grottoes—where you’ll be stunned by countless exquisite Buddhist statues carved into the towering limestone cliffs, each telling tales of ancient artistry and faith.

After your tour finished, you will take the boat cruise to enjoy the paranoiac view of the grottoes. (if boat stop running, you will take the battery bus instead). Your guide will explain the religious stories&historical backgrounds behind these statues,

Your guide will share the religious stories and historical backgrounds behind the statues throughout the journey. After the tour, take a boat cruise to admire panoramic views of the grottoes (battery bus provided if boating is unavailable).

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.

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. Tour ends with your hotel or train station drop off.

Admire ancient Buddha statues, traditional courtyards, and iconic halls at White Horse Temple—explore its spaces with your guide, who’ll share stories of Buddhist history&culture. Our driver will safely drop you off at your hotel after the tour finished.

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