2-Day Luoyang and Shaolin Temple Tour from Beijing

Journey to Birthplace of China and Kung Fu

This 2-day Luoyang and Shaolin Temple tour from Beijing is designed for travelers who are interested in Chinese history, culture, and Chinese kung fu.

Luoyang, a city with a history of 4,000 years, was the capital city of 13 Chinese dynasties over 3,000 years. It is regarded as one of the birthplaces of Chinese civilization. Although it is not as famous as Beijing and Xi'an, it is an important city, particularly for early Chinese history and culture.

You just need the equivalent of a weekend break and bullet train tickets to go back to the flourishing age of ancient China and to visit the legendary Shaolin Temple.

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Excelente Alejandria. Me encantó y me encanta compartir esta experiencia por Beijing. Tu trabaja ha sido excelente y todos estamos muy contentos de haber tenido y tenerte como guía. Ha sido un placer conocerte y te felicito por tu desempe?o del mismo. Un fuerte abrazo , muchos logros te deseo en lo que te propongas Beatriz (Uruguay) more May 2025, Beatriz U

Amazing visit of the capital city of China My wife and I spent a wonderful time in Beijing with our local tour guide Tom. We saw many beautiful landscapes including the Great Wall, experienced the local cuisine at its best, and walked to vibrant Hutongs during rush hour. It was a beautiful experience that we will never forget. As for our guide, Tom, it was a pleasure to meet him: such an intelligent and inspiring person who not only did prepare excellent information on the landmarks we saw, but also introduced us into the fascinating Chinese culture. He always answered exhaustively to our questions, adapted our itinerary to the situation (Tomb Sweeping Holiday) and gave us good tips on how to spend our free time after the guided tours. We will always recommend Tom as a guide and China Highlights as a trustworthy company for taking a tour around Beijing. more Apr 2025, Christian

Beijing tour with Tom Tom was an excellent guide for our days in Beijing, from helping us to navigate the busy city, and giving us information on The Forbidden City and Temples. Our day at The Great Wall was so enjoyable and finished off with a lovely meal. Tom also gave us great suggestions for our free day in Beijing, including great restaurant choices, thank you Tom more Apr 2025, Victoria

Tour 'Wow' Points

See Art Enlightened by the Serenity of the Buddha

Visit one of the top four grottoes of China. Be amazed by the incredible grotto art dating back to more than 1,500 years ago. Catch the magnificent view of the grottoes illuminated at sunset.

Enjoy a Kung Fu Show in the Legendary Shaolin Temple

Visit the Shaolin Temple, which is the birthplace and home of Chinese kung fu. Experience the culture of Zen and the spirit of Chinese kung fu.

Appreciate the Elegant National Flower of China (for tours in April)

Visit an amazing peony park with the typical architecture of the Tang Dynasty. Understand why peony can be the national flower of China.

Immerse Yourself in the China of Millenia Ago

Feel the atmosphere of early Chinese history in the capital of 13 early dynasties. The beautiful ancient city gate and the busy streets with traditional buildings tell of Luoyang's past glory.

Itinerary Quick Look

Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests.

Hotel Selection

—the Icing on the Cake

Boutique hotels are recommended to enrich your travel experience.