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Beijing to Datong: Hanging Temple and Wooden Pagoda One Day Tour

DurationFull Day (06:30-19:00)
Tour TypeGroup Tour (From Beijing)
TransportHigh-Speed Train
LanguageEnglish Guide
From$105per person
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About This Tour

DT03: Datong Private Day Tour: Grottoes, Huayan Temple & Nine-Dragon Screen.

Tour Highlights

  • A perfect day trip in Highlights include: the Yungang Grottoes, the Huayan Temple & Nine-Dragon Screen and a professional guide for a stress-free experience!
  • Marvel at the breathtaking Buddhist carvings and ancient artistry of the UNESCO-listed Yungang Grottoes.
  • Admire the magnificent wooden architecture and exquisite painted sculptures inside the historic Huayan Temple.
  • Stand before the vibrant, centuries-old Nine-Dragon Screen, one of China’s largest and best-preserved glazed walls.
  • Enjoy a personalized and flexible itinerary with a private guide and vehicle, ensuring a comfortable and stress-free experience at your own pace.

Itinerary

06:30-07:00

Hotel Pickup in Beijing

Driver picks you up from your hotel in Beijing city center and transfers you to the railway station.

07:30-09:30

High-Speed Train to Datong

Board the high-speed train for a comfortable 2-hour journey to Datong.

10:00-12:00

Hanging Temple (Xuankong Temple)

Visit the breathtaking 1,500-year-old temple built precariously into a cliff face — a unique fusion of Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism.

12:00-13:00

Lunch at Local Restaurant

Authentic Shanxi cuisine at a local restaurant (included).

13:30-15:00

Yingxian Wooden Pagoda

Marvel at the 67m tall pagoda built in 1056 AD — the world's oldest wooden pagoda, constructed entirely without nails.

15:30-16:00

Transfer to Datong Railway Station

Driver takes you to Datong Railway Station for your return journey.

16:30-18:30

High-Speed Train Back to Beijing

Relax on the high-speed train back to Beijing.

19:00

Hotel Drop-off in Beijing

Driver drops you off at your hotel in Beijing.

✓ What's Included

  • Round-trip high-speed train tickets (2nd class)
  • Air-conditioned bus transfer in Datong
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • All entrance tickets (Hanging Temple + Wooden Pagoda)
  • Lunch at local restaurant
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (Beijing city center)

✗ What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses
  • Tips for guide and driver (optional)

Important Information

Meeting Point: Your hotel in Beijing city center (within 4th Ring Road)
Departure: Daily, hotel pickup at 06:30-07:00
Minimum Passengers: 2 passengers required
What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes, sunscreen, hat
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure

Guest Reviews

Michael T. ★★★★★

Amazing experience! The guide was knowledgeable and the tour was well organized. Highly recommend!

USA
James W. ★★★★★

Best tour we had in China! Great value for money and excellent English-speaking guide.

Australia
Sarah L. ★★★★★

Fantastic tour! Our guide spoke excellent English and shared so much interesting history. A must-do!

UK

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