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2-Day Private Tour to Hanging Temple, Yungang Grottoes and More
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Delve into Datong's rich history on this private 2-day tour from Beijing by bullet train. Discover the UNESCO-listed classical sites of the Anging Temple and Yungang Grottoes. Admire the oldest and largest glazed screen in China at Nine Dragon Screen. Be amazed by the Yingxian Wooden Pagoda which is one of the planet's oldest wooden buildings in the world. Experience the friendly services of the local tour guide who will accompany you throughout the attractions, and explore the landmarks at your own pace. The itinerary can be 100% customized based on your interests. The tour includes an English English-speaking tour guide, a private vehicle, all entrance fees, lunch, and Beijing to Datong round-trip train tickets. Please book your hotel in Datong.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Delve into Datong's rich history on this private 2day tour
- Discover the UNESCOlisted classical sites of Hanging Temple and Yungang Grottoes
- Admire the oldest and largest glazed screen in China at Nine Dragon Screen
- Experience the friendly services of the local tour guide
- Explore the landmarks at your own pace
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Beijing
Welcome to this trip! Our driver will pick you up from your Beijing city hotel, then you will be transferred to the train station. Enjoy a 2-hour bullet train ride on your own, once arrive at Datong. Your local tour guide will greet you upon arrival at the train station, then go over the day’s itinerary on your way to the first stop of the day - Yungang Grottoes.
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Beijing
Archaeological Exploration at Yungang Grottoes. Yungang Grottoes: As a UNESCO World CCulturallHeritage Site, Yungang Grottoes is deemed as the Three Largest and Most Famous Grottoes Clusters together with Mogao Grottoes of Dunhuang, and Longmen Grottoes of Henan. With their 252 caves and 51,000 statues, the Yungang Grottoes represent the successful fusion of Buddhist religious symbolic art from south and cenAsiasian with Chinese cultural traditions, starting in the 5th century CE under Imperial auspices. The power and endurance of Buddhist belief in China are vividly illustrated by the Yungang grottoes. Spend some quality time with your experienced tour guide to admire the site, and get to know the histories and stories behind it.
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Beijing
Sightseeing at Nine-Dragon Wall. Nine-Dragon Wall: Enjoy lunch in the local restaurant, and afterwards visit the Nine-Dragon Screen which was built for Prince Hongwu. It is presently the oldest and largest glazed screen in China. Built over 600 years ago, Datong Nine Dragon Screen is made up of 426 specially-fired colorful glazed bricks, 8 meters high, 2.02 meters thick, and 45.5 meters long. It is covered with 41 sets of “two dragons playing with a pearl”. Then, you will be transferred to your accommodation in Datong.
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Beijing
Meals included: Lunch.
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Beijing
Accommodation. (Please book your accommodation in Datong in advance).
Day 2
Beijing
Local Flavor at Hanging Temple. Hanging Temple: Your tour guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in the morning, then head to the Hanging Temple directly which is around 1.5 hour's drive, enjoy the countryside when driving, and nd your tour guide will share some histories and stories along the way. The hanging temple is the only existing temple hosting worship for the Taoists, Confucians, ns, and Buddhists. Built in 491A.D..D, the Hanging Temple is an architectural wonder because it hangs on the west cliff of Jinxia Gorge more than 50 meters above the ground. It has established its unique position among the various temples and monasteries with its characteristics of “peril, workmanship and miracle”. Follow your tour guide to explore the temples and get to know the detailed stories and histories. Next, stop at a local restaurant for a quick lunch. Then heading directly to Yingxian Wooden Pagodas.
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Beijing
Local Flavor at Pagoda Of Fogong Temple. Pagoda of Fogong Temple: You will stop at a local restaurant for lunch. In the afternoon, continue your trip to Yinxian County to visit the famous Wooden Pagoda. The Wooden Pagoda was built in 1056 (Liao Dynasty). It is one of the planet's oldest wooden buildings in the world. Not a single nail was used in the construction of the nine-story, 67m-high structure, which has thus far survived seven major earthquakes.
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Beijing
Meals included: Lunch.
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Beijing
This is the end of your trip! After your tour finished, you will take the bullet train back to Beijing, our driver will pick you up from the train station and you will be transferred back to your hotel in Beijing. Note: You may have a Chinese-speaking driver from Beijing to Datong and back, your local English-speaking tour guide will meet you in Datong to show you around the sites for two days.
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Professional guide English speaking tour guide Entrance fee Beijing-Datong round trip train tickets Travel by private vehicle Entry/Admission - Yungang Grottoes Entry/Admission - Nine Dragon Screen Entry/Admission - Hengshan Hanging Temple (Xuankong si) Entry/Admission - Ying Xian Wooden Pagoda
Not Included
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase) Gratuities Accommodation in Datong
What to Bring
Comfortable clothing and footwear Camera and other items you may need Sunscreen, hat, and spending money
Meeting & Pickup
Pick up from your accommodation in Beijing.
Languages Offered
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Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: Yes Confirmation: Manual By Business
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