Half-Day Private Guided Tour of Luoyang Longmen Grottoes
Do this because
- Discover this UNESCO World Heritage Site on a private tour
- Gain a deep understanding of its history with an expert guide
- Admire caves and niches carved into the steep limestone cliffs
What to expect
Carrying over 1500 years of history, Longmen Grottoes are some of the finest examples of Chinese Buddhist art. Facing the Yi River, Longmen Grottoes are dotted along the opposite cliff sides of West and East hills for 1 km. Connected by two bridges, the grottoes of West and East Hill are scattered in a loop line of over 2300 caves and 100,000 Buddha statues.
Upon arrival, take the shuttle bus to enter the site. You will explore caves on the western bank, such as the Vairocana Buddha in Fengxian Temple which is 17.14 meters tall in total. Learn more about the history of Buddhism in China. Move on to the 1500-year-old Binyang Cave. This is the first royal cave, excavated to embalm the historical achievements of Emperor Xiaowen in moving the capital to Luoyang and carrying out the Chinesization reform. The construction lasted 24 years and employed more than 800000 people.
Next, visit Wanfo Cave and Lotus Cave, and explore the Xiangshan Temple along the eastern bank caves. Discover the Bai Garden Temple, surrounded by thick vegetation of pine and cypress trees. Take a boat cruise to enjoy stunning carvings from a different perspective. After the tour, you can spend more time exploring the area on your own.
Important to know
Extra fees to be paid on-site:
- Taxi ride to Longmen Grottoes
Know in advance:
- Infants (age 0-2) can join the tour for free
Remember to bring:
- A valid passport
What’s included
Entrance fees
Guided walking tour
Hotel pick-up
What’s not included
Transportation
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Pickup points
To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.
Provider
Discover Beijing Tours
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Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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Half-Day Private Guided Tour of Luoyang Longmen Grottoes
Explore the Longmen Grottoes with a private guide and learn about the history of Buddhism in China on a half-day tour.
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