Beijing to Luo Yang see Longmen Grottoes with Shao Lin Temple
Beijing, China

Beijing to Luo Yang see Longmen Grottoes with Shao Lin Temple

Outty Ranking 56 5.0 · 4 traveler reviews17 hoursFrom $521
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56/100

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5.0/5

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Is Beijing to Luo Yang see Longmen Grottoes with Shao Lin Temple worth booking?

Beijing to Luo Yang see Longmen Grottoes with Shao Lin Temple is a 17-hour experience in Beijing, China, from $521 per person. It scores 56 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 4 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
56 / 100
Rating
5/5 (4)
Duration
17 hours
From
$521 per person

Spend a day traveling from Beijing to Luoyang to see the Longmen Grottoes, one of the four major grottoes in China, after Da Tong Yan Gang grottoes, admire the most beautiful Lushena Buddha. Then take a car around an hour and a half to Shaolin Temple, the birthplace of Chinese Kung Fu, explore the charm of Chinese martial arts, after enjoy a Kung Fu performance. Accompanied by your professional guide, transfer to Zhengzhou Station to end the perfect journey. Stress free, all train tickets, sights tickets are pre-booked.

What you get

    About this experience

    Spend a day traveling from Beijing to Luoyang to see the Longmen Grottoes, one of the four major grottoes in China, after Da Tong Yan Gang grottoes, admire the most beautiful Lushena Buddha. Then take a car around an hour and a half to Shaolin Temple, the birthplace of Chinese Kung Fu, explore the charm of Chinese martial arts, after enjoy a Kung Fu performance. Accompanied by your professional guide, transfer to Zhengzhou Station to end the perfect journey. Stress free, all train tickets, sights tickets are pre-booked.

    What's included

    Included

    • Beijing hotel to Beijing station round trip transfer
    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Round trip Bullet train tickets from beijing to Luo Yang
    • Car service
    • All sights tickets list up
    • A tasty lunch
    • Luo Yang sation pickup and Zheng Zhou station drop-off
    • Professional English speaking guide at Luo Yang

    Not included

    • Gratuities ( Recommended )

    What you'll see and do

    1. Longmen Grottoes

      Longmoen beautiful journey starts with morning pickup from your Beijing hotels at around 5:50am, driver will safely transfer you to Beijing West railway station. Take the early train G87 ( 7:00-10:00am ) to Luoyang. Upon arrival, Luo Yang tour guide and driver will on time meet you at the station lobby exit, heading to visit one of the four famous Grottoes — Longmen Grottoes, around 10 minutes drive, which are currently 2345 Buddhist niches, over 100000 statues. It is the world's largest treasure trove of stone carving art. It has been rated as the "highest peak of Chinese stone carving art" by UNESCO and ranks first among all the major stone caves in China. After more than 10 dynasties, it has been constructed for over 1400 years. Especially the statue of Lushena Buddha which is over 17 meters tall, with 4 meters head and 1.9 meters long ear, it’s facial image is praised by scholars, representing the highest peak of Chinese stone carving art.

      300 minutes here · Admission included

    2. After a delicious local lunch, continue visit Shaolin Temple, which is around 60 kilometers distance, and was built in the Northern Wei Dynasty (495 AD), not only the birthplace of Zen Buddhism, but also the birthplace of Chinese Kung Fu, Known as the "ancestral home of Zen Buddhism and the holy land of Kung Fu" and is hailed as the "number one temple in the world". Renowned throughout the world and is known as the "world's Kung Fu originated from Shaolin, and Shaolin Kung Fu is the best in the world". At the end of day, you will transfer to Zheng Zhou station, take the train G90 ( 20:13- 22:32pm ) back to Beijing, Beijing driver will meet you at the exit 3, and safely transfer you back to your Beijing hotel at the end : )

      180 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
    Beijing Meitu Travel Agency Co., Ltd.

    Know before you go

    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 4 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    3 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    3 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Organization

    2 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Food and drink

    1 mention

    The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.

    Good for families

    1 mention

    Reviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.

    Traveler reviews

    4 verified traveler reviews for Beijing to Luo Yang see Longmen Grottoes with Shao Lin Temple. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Happiness162535 · May 2026

    Amazing tour with our wonderful guide Enna and excellent driver. Enna was knowledgeable, friendly, and made the history and cult

    Wonderful Tour of Longmen Grotto and Shaolin Temple

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    christophercY423CF · December 2025

    Amazing tour of Louyan

    Annie was an amazing guide. She is very knowledgeable and explained everything in alot of details. she kept the kids entertained by doing quizzes and took shot of photos for us and took us to local restaurant for lunch. The driver Mr Lau was very safe and the ride was very smooth. The tour was organised very well very Cathy. She organised the pickup from station with guide and driver perfectly.

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    joanieg664 · April 2019

    Perfect Tour!

    Nancy was a delight to tour with. Friendly, fun and knowledgeable. She was able to share the history with us. I would recommend her to anyone. We were comfortable with our driver. Nancy was right on time and allowed us time to take photos and navigate lines with no problems. Ask for Nancy!

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    Good to know

    Duration
    17 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Price range
    $521 to $787
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Beijing Meitu Travel Agency Co., Ltd., who run 22 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 62.0 and 1 in the 90+ Club.

    See everything Beijing Meitu Travel Agency Co., Ltd. runs

    Why this scores 56

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)92
    Review evidence (18% weight)28
    Booking momentum (14% weight)15
    Value for money (12% weight)13
    Listing quality (10% weight)76
    Local standing (8% weight)53
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Beijing to Luo Yang see Longmen Grottoes with Shao Lin Temple: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Beijing.

    How much does Beijing to Luo Yang see Longmen Grottoes with Shao Lin Temple cost?

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    Prices start at $521 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 to Luo Yang see Longmen Grottoes with Shao Lin Temple take?

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    Plan for about 17 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 to Luo Yang see Longmen Grottoes with Shao Lin Temple worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 56 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 4 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 to Luo Yang see Longmen Grottoes with Shao Lin Temple?

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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 to Luo Yang see Longmen Grottoes with Shao Lin Temple suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 17-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Beijing to Luo Yang see Longmen Grottoes with Shao Lin Temple?

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    Around 1 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 17-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Beijing to Luo Yang see Longmen Grottoes with Shao Lin Temple 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 Temple Heaven, Lama Temple, Summer Palace & Peking Duck Bus Tour, Beijing Mutianyu Great Wall Sightseeing Full-day Group Tours, Mubus: Mutianyu Great Wall Bus Tour with Summer Palace Options. 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.

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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.

    What is included in Beijing to Luo Yang see Longmen Grottoes with Shao Lin Temple?

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    Included: Beijing hotel to Beijing station round trip transfer; Hotel pickup and drop-off; Round trip Bullet train tickets from beijing to Luo Yang; Car service; and All sights tickets list up. Not included: Gratuities ( Recommended ). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Beijing to Luo Yang see Longmen Grottoes with Shao Lin Temple include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 2206 listed pickup locations in and around Beijing. Be ready about 5 minutes before the start time. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Beijing to Luo Yang see Longmen Grottoes with Shao Lin Temple offered in?

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    It is offered in Chinese and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Beijing to Luo Yang see Longmen Grottoes with Shao Lin Temple?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    What happens to Beijing to Luo Yang see Longmen Grottoes with Shao Lin Temple if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Beijing. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Beijing to Luo Yang see Longmen Grottoes with Shao Lin Temple?

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    Across 4 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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