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Datong Private: Yungang Grottoes and Hanging Temple

DurationFull Day
Tour TypePrivate Tour
LocationDatong, Shanxi
LanguageEnglish Guide
From$110per person
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Flexible Departure
Free Cancellation
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About This Tour

DT01:Beijing to Datong: Private Day Tour to Yungang Grottoes & Hanging Temple with Bullet Train.

Tour Highlights

  • A perfect day trip to Datong by bullet train from Beijing. Highlights include: the Yungang Grottoes, the Hanging Temple, and a professional guide for a stress-free experience!
  • Travel in comfort and style via high-speed rail, transforming your journey into a seamless and scenic experience.
  • Marvel at the breathtaking Hanging Temple, an architectural wonder clinging precariously to a cliff face for over 1,500 years.
  • Explore the magnificent Yungang Grottoes, where over 50,000 ancient Buddhist statues whisper tales from the past.
  • Enjoy a fully personalized day with a private guide, ensuring an intimate and flexible exploration tailored just for you.

Itinerary

08:00

Hotel Pickup in Datong

Your private guide and driver will meet you at your hotel.

08:30-09:30

Drive to Yungang Grottoes

Comfortable drive to the UNESCO World Heritage site.

09:30-13:00

Yungang Grottoes

Explore the magnificent 5th-century Buddhist cave art complex — 252 caves with over 51,000 statues. Your private guide provides in-depth commentary on the history and artistry.

13:00-14:00

Lunch at Local Restaurant

Enjoy authentic Shanxi cuisine (optional, at your own expense).

14:30-17:00

Hanging Temple (Xuankong Temple)

Visit the breathtaking 1,500-year-old temple built precariously into the cliffs of Mount Heng. A unique fusion of Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism.

17:30

Return to Hotel

Your driver will drop you off at your hotel in Datong.

✓ What's Included

  • Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver
  • Professional English-speaking private guide
  • All entrance tickets (Yungang Grottoes + Hanging Temple)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Flexible departure time

✗ What's Not Included

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

Important Information

Meeting Point: Your hotel in Datong
Departure: Flexible — choose 8:00 AM or 10:00 AM
Minimum Passengers: 1 passenger
What to Bring: Comfortable walking shoes
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure

Guest Reviews

Sarah L. ★★★★★

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

UK
Hans M. ★★★★★

Professional service from start to finish. The small group size made it feel personal and engaging.

Germany
James W. ★★★★★

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

Australia

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