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A stone lion statue in front of a traditional Chinese building with a sign that reads 'Shilin Shao'. 1
A martial arts training session in front of a traditional building with a green roof. 2
A stone pathway leading to a large, ancient-looking structure with a central opening, surrounded by trees and a clear sky. 3
A traditional Chinese temple complex with ornate architecture, including a prominent golden stupa and red-roofed buildings. 4
A nighttime outdoor scene with illuminated statues and figures in traditional attire, set against a backdrop of rocky terrain and illuminated trees. 5

Shaolin Temple & Pagoda Forest Tour | Multilingual Guides

By GoChinaProsper
Free cancellation available
Price is P 13,741 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Immerse yourself in the birthplace of Shaolin Kung Fu on a guided tour
  • Visit the Shaolin Temple, the cradle of Zen Buddhism and martial arts
  • Explore the serene Pagoda Forest, the largest ancient pagoda cemetery
  • Discover the ancient Astronomical Observatory, a relic of Chinese tech
  • Enjoy the Zen Music Ceremony, an open-air show with mountain scenery

Activity location

    • Zhengzhou
    • Zhengzhou, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Zhengzhou
    • Zhengzhou, China

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Shaolin Temple & Pagoda Forest Tour | Multilingual Guides

  • Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes8h 30m
    8h 30m
  • English
Starting time: 8:30
Price details
P 13,741.36 x 2 AdultsP 27,482.72
Total
Price is P 27,482.72
Until Fri, Jun 26

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Round-trip air-conditioned vehicle
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Professional licensed private guides are available in English, Spanish, French, German, Russian and Korean for your customized Dengfeng Shaolin tour.
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Shaolin Temple entrance fee
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Pagoda Forest entrance fee
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Ancient Observatory entrance fee
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Zen Music Ceremony A-zone ticket
  • What's includedWhat's included
    Skip-the-line access
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Daily lunch, drinks, snacks, personal souvenirs
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Anything not mentioned in the "Inclusion" section.

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Luggage or large bags, Pets, Smoking
  • Not suitable for: Children under 6 years

What you can expect

Begin your day with a visit to the Shaolin Temple, the birthplace of Zen Buddhism and Chinese martial arts. Explore the temple's core areas, such as the Changzhu Temple and the First Patriarch Temple. Watch an official Shaolin Kung Fu performance and learn about the origins of Zen and the history of Shaolin martial arts from your English-speaking guide.

Next, head to the Pagoda Forest, the largest ancient pagoda cemetery in China. Discover the architectural features of the pagodas and learn about the Buddhist culture and the construction techniques of ancient Chinese pagodas.

Afterward, enjoy a lunch of local vegetarian dishes and traditional Chinese home-cooked meals (at your own expense).

In the afternoon, visit the ancient Astronomical Observatory, one of the oldest observatories in the world. Learn about the Yuan Dynasty's astronomical observation system and the ancient Chinese calendar calculation principles.

In the evening, attend the Zen Music Ceremony, an open-air live show that combines natural mountain scenery, Buddhist culture, and traditional folk music. Enjoy a 70-minute performance that features five chapters, each blending Zen, martial arts, folk music, and the mountain night scenery.

Location

Activity location

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    • Zhengzhou
    • Zhengzhou, China

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Zhengzhou
    • Zhengzhou, China