
Beijing Bullet Train to Datong Yungang Grottoes & Nine Dragon Screen Day Tour
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Is Beijing Bullet Train to Datong Yungang Grottoes & Nine Dragon Screen Day Tour worth booking?
Beijing Bullet Train to Datong Yungang Grottoes & Nine Dragon Screen Day Tour is a 8-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $198 per person. It scores 50 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 50 / 100
- Rating
- Not yet rated
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $198 per person
On this day, you will take bullet train from Beijing to Shanxi Datong. Datong is one of the most ancient city in China with more than 3000 year history. It used be the capital city for the dynasties,so you will find lots
What you get
- Private car transfer
- Entrance ticket
- Bullet train tickets (second class seat round trip)
- Local food lunch
- Private licensed tour guide
About this experience
On this day, you will take bullet train from Beijing to Shanxi Datong. Datong is one of the most ancient city in China with more than 3000 year history. It used be the capital city for the dynasties,so you will find lots of culture heritages in this city. This is one day private tour guide with round trip bullet train from Beijing. The package is also attraction entrance tickets and local lunche inclusive. You will be able to explore the prosperous historical and cultural relics, including Yungang Grottoes and Nine Dragon Screen.
What's included
Included
- Private car transfer
- Entrance ticket
- Bullet train tickets (second class seat round trip)
- Local food lunch
- Private licensed tour guide
Not included
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Yungang Grottoes
After pick up from your hotel in Beijing in the early morning, transfer to the Beijing Train Station with your private guide and catch the bullet train to Datong City with included tickets ( 2.5 hours journey). Upon arrival. Your will heading to Datong Yungang Grottoes directly by private car. Then you will visit Yungang Grottoes , a UNESCO World Heritage Site. 53 grottoes contain more than 50,000 Buddihist statues and stretch for about 1 km (0.5 miles) east to west. It's over than 1500 years old.
180 minutes here · Admission included
Nine Dragon Screen
After the local food lunch. Then, you will visit the Nine-Dragon Screen at the Palace Museum. There are three pieces of dragon screen in China, and this is the biggest one in China. The 426 azure stones that compose the dragons have also keep their gloss and grandeur over 600 years. At end, you will take bullet train back to Beijing.
40 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Lily's Tour Company
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $198 to $540
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 50
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Beijing Bullet Train to Datong Yungang Grottoes & Nine Dragon Screen Day Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.
How much does Beijing Bullet Train to Datong Yungang Grottoes & Nine Dragon Screen Day Tour cost?
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Prices start at $198 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Beijing usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Beijing Bullet Train to Datong Yungang Grottoes & Nine Dragon Screen Day Tour take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Beijing is not rushed.
Is Beijing Bullet Train to Datong Yungang Grottoes & Nine Dragon Screen Day Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 50 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Beijing, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Beijing Bullet Train to Datong Yungang Grottoes & Nine Dragon Screen Day Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Beijing Bullet Train to Datong Yungang Grottoes & Nine Dragon Screen Day Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Beijing Bullet Train to Datong Yungang Grottoes & Nine Dragon Screen Day Tour?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Beijing can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Beijing and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Beijing Bullet Train to Datong Yungang Grottoes & Nine Dragon Screen Day Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Beijing within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Beijing?
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On Outty we rank every Beijing experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options, Beijing: Top 6 Highlights All Inclusive 2-Day Private Tour, Private Mutianyu Great Wall Trip With English-Speaking Driver. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Beijing?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Beijing?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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