Overview
See main sites of Datong from this package private 2-day tour, experience the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Yungang Grottoes, the largest Nine Dragon Screen in China. And visit the impressive Hanging Monastery built 1500 years ago and Wooden Pagoda in Ying County, private guide, driver, entrance fees of sites and hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 6 days before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Local English and Chinese speaking tour guide
Entrance fees of sites
Transport by private vehicle
Food and drinks
Lunch
Gratuities
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
Good to know
• Dress code is smart casual
• A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
• You MUST confirm and obtain any visa requirements prior to border crossing. All visa requirements are the sole responsibility of the traveler
What to expect
Day 1 Day 1:
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Yungang Grottoes
2 hours Admission ticket included
Start your private day trip with 8:30 am pickup from your central located Datong's hotel, where you'll board a private vehicle with your guide and travel to Yungang Grottoes, about 30 miles away from Datong downtown area. And the site holds over 250 grottoes that date to the 15th century and are full of thousands of hand-carved Buddha statues. explore different stone carvings of Buddha statues built in three different phases.
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Nine Dragon Screen
1 hour Admission ticket included
Later on explore Nine Dragon Screen, the biggest one in China, even biggest than the one from Beijing Forbidden City. Which is kind of colorful and impressive screen there, then have lunch at an authentic Chinese restaurant at your own extra charge , then go back hotel.
Day 2 Day 2：
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Hengshan Hanging Temple (Xuankong si)
2 hours Admission ticket included
After hotel pickup in the morning, your tour starts with the drive to the Hanging Monastery, which is a so-called “temple in the midair” constructed somewhere near the 5th century. It is literally a “flying” construction in the cliff. The temple has become a place where three religions come together, which is Buddhism, Taoism and Confucianism, then have lunch at a local and authentic restaurant at your own extra charge.
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Ying Xian Wooden Pagoda
1 hour Admission ticket included
Later on head to Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, the oldest and biggest wooden Buddhist pagoda in China. it has been known popularly as the Wooden Pagoda of whole China. Standing 69 meters high, it is the only extant large wooden pagoda in China, finally go back hotel.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel at least 6 full days before the start time: 100% refund.
Cancel between 2 and 6 days before the start time: 50% refund.
Cancel within 2 days of the start time: 0% refund.
Times are local to the experience (Asia/Shanghai).
Additional Information
- Passport names, passport numbers, date of birth and country is required at time of booking for all participants
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Private 2-Day Datong Tour
How long does Private 2-Day Datong Tour take?
It takes about 2 days.
Is pickup offered?
Pickup is offered for all travelers.
What's included?
- Local English and Chinese speaking tour guide
- Entrance fees of sites
- Transport by private vehicle
What's not included?
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Which places does it visit?
It visits Yungang Grottoes, Nine Dragon Screen, Hengshan Hanging Temple (Xuankong si), Ying Xian Wooden Pagoda.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in Chinese, English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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