
Private Shaolin Temple Tour from Chengdu by Bullet Train (Ends in Zhengzhou)
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Is Private Shaolin Temple Tour from Chengdu by Bullet Train (Ends in Zhengzhou) worth booking?
Private Shaolin Temple Tour from Chengdu by Bullet Train (Ends in Zhengzhou) is a 8-hour experience in Chengdu, China, from $162 per person. It scores 43 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 43 / 100
- Rating
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- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $162 per person
Travel from Chengdu to Shaolin Temple by high-speed train on this privately guided full-day tour. Your private guide picks you up in Zhengzhou and takes you to Shaolin Temple. You will have plenty time to watch a kung-fu
What you get
About this experience
Travel from Chengdu to Shaolin Temple by high-speed train on this privately guided full-day tour. Your private guide picks you up in Zhengzhou and takes you to Shaolin Temple. You will have plenty time to watch a kung-fu performance that displays amazing martial arts moves, discover the history and culture of the Shaolin Temple with your knowledgable tour guide and admire the biggest pagoda forest in China. This tour includes train tickets, tasty local lunch, all entrance fee, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle. Your tour will ends in Dengfeng or Zhengzhou, please book your accommodation in advance.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Train Tickets
- English speaking guide
- Lunch
- Travel by Private Vehicle
- Entrance Fee
Not included
- Gratuities
- Accommodation
What you'll see and do
Your driver will pick you up from your Chengdu city hotels lobby and take you to Chengdu Railway Station. You will take the morning train to Zhengzhou, it takes about 5 hours to Zhengzhou.
Pass by without stopping
Monastero Shaolin (Shaolin Temple)
Upon arrival, meet your friendly local tour guide, you will be transferred to Shaolin Temple directly (approx. 1.5 hours drive), on the way your tour guide will explain the related history of the Shaolin Temple, and you will enjoy the beautiful countryside view. Once arrive at Shaolin Temple, you will stop at a local restaurant to enjoy a delicious lunch. Shaolin Temple is famous for Chinese Kungfu, first you will have a chance to witness the real Kung Fu performed by Shaolin monks. As a UNESCO Site, the Shaolin Temple was first constructed in 495 A.D. Later, Emperor Xiaowen of the Northern Wei Dynasty (386-557) had the temple built to accommodate the Indian master Batuo. As Chinese Kungfu also originated from Shaolin Temple, it has been recognized as the origin of Chan Buddhism and the cradle of Kungfu. Accompanied by your knowledgeable tour guide, you will get you know the histories and related stories about Shaolin Temple - culture, people and soul.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Pagoda Forest of Shaolin Temple
Afterwards, you will start to explore the Pagoda Forest which is a concentration of tomb pagodas for eminent monks and abbots of the temple. There are more than 240 tomb pagodas of various sizes from the Tang, Song, Jin, Yuan, Ming and Qing dynasties (618-1911), making it the biggest pagoda forest in China. After your Shaolin Temple tour finished, you can choose to end your tour in Dengfeng or Zhengzhou. (Please book your own hotel in advance)
60 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
1st Class Tickets-End Zhengzho
1st Class -Ends Zhengzhou: Tour including Chengdu-Zhengzhou one way 1st class train tickets, tour ends in Dengfeng or Zhengzhou, please book your hotel Pickup included
Business Class Train Tickets
Ends in Zhengzhou: Including Chengdu-Zhengzhou one way business class train tickets, tour ends in Dengfeng or Zhengzhou, please book your hotel Pickup included
2nd Class -End Zhengzhou
Tour including Chengdu-Zhengzhou one way 2nd class train tickets, tour ends in Dengfeng or Zhengzhou, please book your hotel Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Unique Beijing Tours
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $162 to $695
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 43
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Private Shaolin Temple Tour from Chengdu by Bullet Train (Ends in Zhengzhou): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Chengdu.
How much does Private Shaolin Temple Tour from Chengdu by Bullet Train (Ends in Zhengzhou) cost?
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Prices start at $162 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Chengdu usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Private Shaolin Temple Tour from Chengdu by Bullet Train (Ends in Zhengzhou) 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 Chengdu is not rushed.
Is Private Shaolin Temple Tour from Chengdu by Bullet Train (Ends in Zhengzhou) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 43 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 culture & history in Chengdu, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Private Shaolin Temple Tour from Chengdu by Bullet Train (Ends in Zhengzhou)?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Private Shaolin Temple Tour from Chengdu by Bullet Train (Ends in Zhengzhou) 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 Private Shaolin Temple Tour from Chengdu by Bullet Train (Ends in Zhengzhou)?
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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 Chengdu 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 Chengdu and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Private Shaolin Temple Tour from Chengdu by Bullet Train (Ends in Zhengzhou) 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 Chengdu 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 Chengdu?
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On Outty we rank every Chengdu experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Chengdu Cooking Class with a Local Market Visit, Private Chengdu Day Tour: Giant Pandas and Jinsha Site Museum, Tuktuk Food Tour Through Chengdu's Local Eats. 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 Chengdu?
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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 Chengdu?
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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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