What to Expect
Hanging Temple:
Upon arrival in Datong, meet your local tour guide at the train station.
Travel to the Hanging Temple, an architectural marvel built in 491 A.D., suspended over 50 meters above the ground on the west cliff of Jinxia Gorge.
Explore the temple, which uniquely combines Taoist, Confucian, and Buddhist elements, and learn about its historical and cultural significance.
Yungang Grottoes:
Drive approximately 1.5 hours to visit the Yungang Grottoes, a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site.
Explore this ancient grotto complex, featuring 252 caves and over 51,000 statues. Learn about the fusion of Buddhist symbolic art from South and Central Asia with Chinese cultural traditions dating back to the 5th century CE.
What’s Included
- Professional guide
- Lunch
- Bottled water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transport by private vehicle
- Private tour
- Entrance Fee
- Round trip bullet train tickets
Not Included
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Gratuities
