Luoyang High-Speed Rail Trip from Xi'an - Longmen Grottoes & Shaolin Temple Day Tour via Bullet Train | Xi'an Private Tour
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Luoyang High-Speed Rail Trip from Xi'an

Longmen Grottoes & Shaolin Temple Day Tour via Bullet Train

1 day
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4.9 (90 تقييمات)

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Take the 1.5-hour bullet train to Luoyang! Explore the stunning UNESCO Longmen Grottoes and watch legendary Shaolin Kung Fu performances

الجدول التفصيلي

07:30 AM

Hotel Pickup & Xi'an North Station Transfer

Your guide picks you up early and drives to Xi'an North Railway Station. Check in for the high-speed train to Luoyang.

Early hotel pickupXi'an North StationHigh-speed train check-in
08:30 AM

High-Speed Train to Luoyang (1.5 Hours)

Board the bullet train traveling at 300 km/h. Enjoy the comfortable ride through Henan countryside. Your guide explains Luoyang's history as one of China's ancient capitals.

300 km/h bullet trainComfortable first-class seatsScenic countryside views
10:00 AM

Arrive Luoyang & Drive to Longmen Grottoes

Meet your Luoyang guide at the station and drive 30 minutes to the UNESCO Longmen Grottoes. Learn about the Buddhist art spanning 400 years (493-1127 AD).

Luoyang arrivalUNESCO World Heritage siteBuddhist art history
10:45 AM

Longmen Grottoes Exploration

Walk along the Yi River to see 100,000+ Buddhist statues carved into limestone cliffs. Marvel at the 17-meter Vairocana Buddha and intricate cave temples. Your guide explains Tang Dynasty Buddhist culture.

100,000+ Buddha statues17m Vairocana BuddhaCave temple art
12:30 PM

Lunch at Luoyang Restaurant

Enjoy Luoyang's famous Water Banquet (Shui Xi)—a traditional multi-course meal with soup-based dishes dating back to the Tang Dynasty.

Luoyang Water BanquetTang Dynasty cuisineLocal specialty dishes
02:00 PM

Drive to Shaolin Temple (1 Hour)

Drive through Henan countryside to the legendary Shaolin Temple at the foot of Song Mountain. Learn about Shaolin's 1,500-year history as the birthplace of Zen Buddhism and Kung Fu.

Scenic mountain driveShaolin Temple historyZen Buddhism origins
03:15 PM

Shaolin Temple & Pagoda Forest Visit

Explore the ancient temple complex where Kung Fu originated. Visit the Pagoda Forest—a cemetery of 240+ stone pagodas honoring Shaolin abbots over 1,000 years.

Shaolin Temple complexPagoda ForestKung Fu birthplace
04:30 PM

Shaolin Kung Fu Performance

Watch a spectacular 30-minute Kung Fu show by Shaolin monks. See incredible feats of strength, flexibility, and martial arts mastery—spear techniques, staff combat, and Qigong demonstrations.

30-minute Kung Fu showShaolin monk performersMartial arts mastery
05:30 PM

Return to Luoyang Station & Train to Xi'an

Drive back to Luoyang Station and board the evening bullet train to Xi'an. Relax during the 1.5-hour journey.

Evening bullet trainComfortable returnReflect on the day
08:00 PM

Arrive Xi'an & Hotel Drop-off

Your Xi'an guide meets you at the station and drives you back to your hotel.

Xi'an arrivalHotel drop-offEnd of day trip

ما هو مشمول

  • Private English-speaking guides in Xi'an and Luoyang
  • Round-trip high-speed train tickets (first class)
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle in Luoyang
  • Longmen Grottoes entrance ticket
  • Shaolin Temple entrance ticket
  • Shaolin Kung Fu performance ticket
  • Luoyang Water Banquet lunch
  • Bottled water
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Xi'an

ما هو غير مشمول

  • Dinner (guide provides recommendations)
  • Personal expenses and souvenirs
  • Optional Shaolin Temple cable car
  • Gratuities for guides and drivers (optional)

معلومات مهمة

  • This is a long day (12+ hours)—wear comfortable shoes and bring snacks
  • High-speed trains are punctual—arrive at stations 20 minutes before departure
  • Bring your passport—required for train ticket purchase and station entry
  • Longmen Grottoes involves 2-3 km of walking along the river—moderate fitness required
  • The Shaolin Kung Fu show is outdoors—bring sun protection in summer
  • This tour maximizes your time—you'll visit two UNESCO sites in one day without changing hotels
  • Book at least 7 days in advance for train ticket availability during peak season

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Traveler Reviews

Michael T.

United States

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Amazing day trip!

The high-speed train made this day trip effortless! Longmen Grottoes are breathtaking—the scale and detail of the Buddha statues are incredible. The Shaolin Kung Fu show was spectacular—those monks are superhuman! The Water Banquet lunch was delicious. Long day but absolutely worth it. Highly recommend!

January 27, 2026

Anna S.

Germany

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Two UNESCO sites in one day!

This tour is incredibly efficient! The bullet train is fast and comfortable. Longmen Grottoes are a masterpiece of Buddhist art. Shaolin Temple was fascinating—the Kung Fu performance was mind-blowing. Our guides in both cities were excellent. A must-do if you have limited time in Xi'an!

December 26, 2025

Takeshi M.

Japan

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素晴らしい日帰りツアー

The Longmen Grottoes are even more impressive than Yungang Grottoes! The Vairocana Buddha is magnificent. Shaolin Temple was a highlight—watching the monks perform Kung Fu was unforgettable. The high-speed train made the logistics easy. A long but rewarding day. Perfect for history and martial arts fans!

November 23, 2025

Claire B.

United Kingdom

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Packed but worthwhile

This is a very full day—we were exhausted by the end! But seeing two UNESCO sites without changing hotels was brilliant. Longmen Grottoes are stunning, and the Shaolin Kung Fu show was incredible. The Water Banquet was interesting. Just be prepared for a lot of walking. Recommended if you're fit and love history!

October 19, 2025

What Our Travelers Say

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Excellent tour with knowledgeable guide. Everything was well-organized and the experience exceeded our expectations. Highly recommended!

November 1, 2024
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Great experience! The tour was well-paced and our guide was very professional. Would definitely book with BetterChinaTrip again.

October 15, 2024
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International

Wonderful tour that provided deep insights into Chinese culture and history. The private format allowed for personalized attention.

September 20, 2024

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