Luoyang City Highlights: Longmen Grottoes & White Horse Temple

This full-day tour takes you to the two most iconic sites in Luoyang: the UNESCO-listed Longmen Grottoes and the historic White Horse Temple. You'll also experience the local culture with a traditional water banquet lunch and a stroll through the recreated ancient city of Luoyi. It's a perfect introduction to Luoyang's rich heritage.

Sample itinerary

• 08:30 Hotel pickup in Luoyang
• 09:00 Arrive at Longmen Grottoes, guided tour of the main caves (3 hours)
• 12:30 Traditional Luoyang water banquet lunch
• 14:00 Visit White Horse Temple, explore the ancient Buddhist architecture (2 hours)
• 16:30 Stroll through Luoyi Ancient City, free time for photos and snacks
• 17:30 Return to hotel

Good to know

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended as there is a fair amount of walking at Longmen Grottoes. The tour operates rain or shine; please dress appropriately. Lunch is included; please inform us of any dietary restrictions in advance.

Highlights

• Marvel at the 17-meter-tall Vairocana Buddha at Longmen Grottoes
• Visit China's first official Buddhist temple, White Horse Temple
• Enjoy a traditional Luoyang water banquet for lunch
• Walk through the recreated ancient city of Luoyi

What’s included

• English-speaking guide
• Private air-conditioned vehicle
• Entrance tickets to all sites
• Bottled water
• Travel insurance

What’s not included

• Personal expenses and gratuities (tips)
• Meals arranged on your own outside the itinerary
• Optional activities and attractions not listed in the itinerary
• Compensation for damage or loss caused by personal reasons

Pickup & meeting point

Hotel pickup in Luoyang city area, around 8:30 am.