Ancient Capital Louyang, Kaifeng and Zhengzhou
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Shaolin Temple Henan Museum Exhibit Shaolin Temple Longmen Grottoes ITINERARY Duration 3 Day 2 Nights Day 01 Xi’an to Luoyang (L) Today you will take express train to Luoyang, met by your tour guide and tour to the Longmen Grottoes and Shaolin Temple. Luoyang, Located in west Henan Province, Luoyang is in the middle reaches of the Yellow River and encircled by mountains and plains. It is the cradle of Chinese civilization, as it was the capital city of 13 ancient dynasties from Xia Dynasty (21st-16th century BC). Boasting the world heritage site Longmen Grottoes and adjacent location to the famous Shaoling Temple, it is a popular destination in central China.
Longmen Grottoes, The Longmen Grottoes are located in the south of Luoyang City. They are between Mount Xiang and Mount Longmen and face Yi River. Longmen Grottoes, Yungang Caves and Mogao Caves are regarded as the three most famous treasure houses of stone inscriptions in China. Lots of historical materials concerning art, music, religion, calligraphy, medicine, costume and architecture are kept here.
Shaolin Temple, in the region of Song Mountain, Dengfeng City, Henan Province, is reputed to be 'the Number One Temple under Heaven'. Included on UNESCO's World Cultural & Natural Heritage List in 2010, it is the cradle of the Chinese Zen Buddhism and the Shaolin Martial Arts such as Shaolin Cudgel. Shaolin Temple embraces many exciting attractions, such as the Hall of Heavenly Kings (Tianwangdian), the Mahavira Hall (Daxiongbaodian), the Pagoda Forest, the Dharma Cave and the Martial Art Training Center
Lunch at local restaurant Dinner on your own Stay over night in Luoyang
Day 02 Luoyang-kaifeng-Zhengzhou (B/L) Breakfast at hotel In the morning, drive to Kaifeng,visit the Jewish Church and .Then transfer to Zhengzhou. Stay over night in Zhengzhou
Kaifeng is one of the seven ancient capital of China,has a history of 4500 year with a lot of places of historic interests . Kaifeng is also known for having the oldest extend Jewish community in China.
Temple of Synagogue: The Kaifeng Jews are members of a small Jewish community in Kaifeng, in the Henan province of China who have assimilated into Chinese society while preserving some Jewish traditions and customs.They still practice in their Temple of Synagogue.
Lunch at local restaurant Dinner on your own Stay overnight in Zhengzhou
Day 03 Departs Zhengzhou Breakfast at hotel After breakfast,visit Henan Museum and then transfer to airport for your flight.
Tour ends
QUOTATION Net Rates per person (USD) 4 Star Hotel 5 Star Hotel 1 pax 1060 1150 2-5 pax 670 760 6-9 pax 460 550 10+ pax 385 475 Single Room Supplement 100 190
HOTEL INFORMATION 4 Star –Luoyang Grand Hotel 5 Star-Lee Royal Hotel Mudu 4 Star –Xinhuajianguo Hotel 5 Star-Crowne Plaza Zhengzhou
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION What's Included What's Not Included Private tour with English speaking guide by car/van in Xian-Luoyang train ticket, Luoyang, Kaifeng and Zhengzhou. Air ticket with tax Transfer from hotel to Xian train station Admission fees and activity expenses, as noted in the Meals not included in the itinerary itinerary Meals as noted in the itinerary with complimentary Tips to guide & driver drinking water All accommodations for 2 nights based on 2pax sharing Any personal expenses one room including breakfast, service charge, and government tax