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2-Day Private Trip to Yungang Grottoes and Hanging Monastery from Xi'an by Bullet Train

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Length

2 days

Itinerary

2 days planned

Group

Private

Guides

Chinese, English

Overview

This 2-day private tour leads you to the amazing sightseeing of the  famous Yungang Grottos and Hanging Temple in Datong. Experience the speedy bullet train of China for your short excursion from Xi'an. Accompany by your professional private guide to learn the local history. Includes private guide, Enjoy tasty local cuisines and transportation, and accommodation in Datong. this interesting overnight stay trip is perfectly for you.

Day by day itinerary

  1. 1Xi'an - Taiyuan by bullet train - Datong (L,D)⌄

    Meet up your friendly private driver in the morning, and depart from your Xi'an hotel to Xi'an North Train Station in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle to start your 2-day comprehensive tour. Upon arrival Taiyuang Station, your guide will pick you up and head to Datong (3.5 hours). On the way,you will have your lunch. Then, visit the Yungang Grottoes, which are ancient Buddhist temple grottoes. They are excellent examples of rock-cut architecture and one of the three most famous ancient sculptural sites of China. Then, have a tasty local dinner. Overnight stay at local B&B or Hotel.

    Meals: Lunch · Dinner

    Overnight: local B&B or Hotel.

  2. 2Datong - Taiyuan - Xi'an by bullet train (B, L)⌄

    After breakfast, you guide and driver take you to Hanging Temple (1.5 hours). This 1,400-year-old gravity-defying structure pays homage to Taoism, Buddhism and Confucianism—all in one place. Built precariously into the side of a cliff around 75 m (246 ft) above the ground, this distinctive monastery houses sculptures of the Buddha, Confucius and Laozi, which appear side-by-side. After lunch, your guide will send you to Taiyuan train station and assist you get the tickets and send you to the security check. You will take the train to Xi’an. After you arrival in Xi’an. The driver and guide will pick you up with holding a sign board with your name on and send you to your hotel.

    Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

What's included

  • ✓1 night accommodation in local B&B or 3-4 Star Hotel
  • ✓Professional guide
  • ✓Lunch
  • ✓Private transportation in Xi'an, Taiyuan, Datong city
  • ✓Dinner
  • ✓Breakfast
  • ✓Entry/Admission - Hengshan Hanging Temple
  • ✓Entry/Admission - Yungang Grottoes

Not included

  • ✕Gratuities

Good to know

Cancellation: All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
  • Please wear comfortable walking shoes
  • Overnight stay at local B&B is based on double occupancy per room. If you are single traveler, you will have your own private room
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Refer to train Numbers:Xi'an to Taiyuan: D2502 (07:41/11:23) or similar train. Taiyuan to Xi'an: D2527(17:27/21:07) or similar train.

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$835

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