Overview
This is a fun tour which combines the history and culture. With an expert guide, you will experience the spectacular UNESCO World Heritage Site - Longmen Grottoes to view thousands of Buddhist statues carved into the steep limestone cliffs. Admire awesome views of the surrounding area. Take the boat along the river to enjoy the grottoes in a different view. Discover Luoyang’s most evocative and history-rich old town. Walk from Drum tower to Lijing gate through the old town, taste a range of delicacies in the snack street, then stroll around the shops along the way. This private tour includes English speaking tour guide, private vehicle, entrance fee, boat cruise and lunch.
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- Battery bus at Longmen Grottoes
- One way boat cruise at Longmen Grottoes
- Transport by private vehicle
What's Not Included
- Gratuities
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
Following a morning pickup from your accommodation in Luoyang city center at your prearranged time, meet your private guide and hop aboard your air-conditioned vehicle. Heading directly to Longmen Grottoes. Accompanied by your knowledgable tour guide to explore this UNESCO Site -The Longmen Grottoes comprise more than 2,300 caves and niches carved into the steep limestone cliffs over a 1km long stretch. Admire the largest and most impressive collection of Chinese art of the late Northern Wei and Tang Dynasties (316-907).Then, take the boat cruise along the river to enjoy the grottoes in a different aspect.
Stop 2
After a delicious lunch in the local restaurant, you will explore the Ancient Culture Street. Start your walking tour from Drum tower which used to be the location announce time to the public. Now is a great place to see how Luoyang' market place used to be. Stroll around the old allays with your tour guide, explore the shops, taste different street food( on your own expense), your tour guide will offer suggestions on how to negotiate price and what to order.
Stop 3
Continue to the Lijing Gate which used to be the entrance to Luoyang Old Town. It was first built in Sui Dynasty (581-618) when Luoyang was the capital. Go up to the tower to tell your wish if you have, Chinese believe your wish will come true after paying here. After your tour finished, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Luoyang.
Important Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required