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Why Travel with Discover Beijing Tours
Unique Experiences
Enjoy a premium trip that goes beyond the typical tourist attractions.Well-Selected Local Guides
Knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and attentive — your personal local guides will share interesting stories, insider information, and even create unexpected highlights!Your Booking is Risk-Free
Cancel up to 24 hours before the travel date in advance for a full refund
Private Shaolin Temple Tour from Chengdu by Bullet Train (Ends in Zhengzhou）
Embark on a hassle-free day trip from Chengdu to Shaolin Temple, home to authentic Chinese Kung Fu and ancient Chan Buddhism, with scenic train rides, cozy private car transfers, and a knowledgeable local guide. Delve into the temple’s rich history, wander among centuries-old pagodas, and watch jaw-dropping monk performances for a once-in-a-lifetime cultural journey.
- Make sure everyone brings their passport
- Full name and passport number are required to book attraction tickets
Quick itinerary view
Morning: Chengdu Departure & Train Ride to Zhengzhou
Your driver will wait for you at the lobby of your Chengdu city hotel and transfer you to Chengdu Railway Station.
Hop on your morning train to Zhengzhou for a 5-hour ride. You can relax, read a book, or gaze out the window at the rolling Chinese countryside views passing by.
Midday: Zhengzhou Arrival & Transfer to Shaolin Temple
Upon arrival in Zhengzhou, your friendly local tour guide will greet you warmly.
Hop into a private air-conditioned car for the 1.5-hour drive to Shaolin Temple.
Your guide will share fascinating history and anecdotes about Shaolin Temple along the way. Don’t forget to look out for the beautiful rural scenery dotted with farmlands and hills.
Once we reach the destination area, we’ll stop at a local restaurant for a delicious lunch to fuel you up for the adventure ahead.
Meals Included: Lunch
Afternoon: Shaolin Temple Exploration & Kung Fu Show
Step into the world-famous Shaolin Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site first constructed in 495 A.D. by Emperor Xiaowen of the Northern Wei Dynasty (386–557) to accommodate Indian master Batuo, the birthplace of Chan Buddhism and the cradle of Chinese Kung Fu.
First up: witness a thrilling real Kung Fu performance by Shaolin monks! Watch in awe as they showcase lightning-fast moves, gravity-defying stunts, and the legendary martial arts skills that Shaolin is known for worldwide.
Then, follow your knowledgeable guide to wander through the temple’s solemn halls and tranquil courtyards. Learn about the temple’s profound cultural heritage, the stories of eminent monks, and how Kung Fu evolved here over centuries. Immerse yourself in the spiritual and martial soul of this iconic site.
Late Afternoon: Pagoda Forest Visit
After exploring the main temple, we’ll head to the Pagoda Forest, a sacred burial ground for the temple’s eminent monks and abbots, home to over 240 tomb pagodas of various sizes dating from the Tang, Song, Jin, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties (618–1911), making it the largest pagoda forest in China.
Stroll among these ancient, intricately designed pagodas of different heights and styles. Your guide will tell you about the remarkable monks buried here and the architectural features of each dynasty’s pagodas.
Evening: Tour Conclusion
After your unforgettable Shaolin Temple tour, you can choose to end your journey in either Dengfeng or Zhengzhou.
Your driver will transfer you to your preferred drop-off location (please book your hotel in advance).
There are discounts in the off-season, please call us!
Free cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours before your travel date and get a full refund
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DepartureWe pick you up from your hotel in Chengdu, please provide your hotel details when make booking
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Departure Time5:30am
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IncludedTravel by Private VehicleEnglish speaking guideLunchEntrance FeeTrain TicketsHotel pick up and drop off
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Not IncludedGratuitiesAccommodation
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