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Datong Wooden Pagoda & Hanging Temple Full-Day Tour
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Datong Wooden Pagoda & Hanging Temple Full-Day Tour

1 day
Shuozhou City
€16.62/person
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Prices for Sat 14 Nov

You'll get a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hour(s) before the activity date (destination local time)
  • Chinese-speaking guide
  • Transportation: Air-conditioned tour bus
  • Tickets: Includes the first entrance ticket to Hanging Temple, Yungang Grottoes ticket, and Yingxian Wooden Pagoda ticket
  • Meals: Lunch included (complimentary items will not be refunded if not used); choose one of two group meals: Datong sliced noodles or Hunyuan cold noodles.

Not included: Mandatory consumption: excluding Hanging Temple scenic area transportation 20 yuan per person; The entrance fee for the Hanging Temple is 100 yuan, not included. You can voluntarily choose to purchase tickets to visit, or freely move around and take photos at the scenic area entrance (tickets for the Hanging Temple are limited and cannot be booked online in advance, so be prepared for the possibility of not being able to buy tickets on site).; Yungang Grottoes self-funded project: The scenic area prohibits the use of loudspeakers. Bluetooth headsets are required, and the headsets cost 20 yuan per person (mandatory consumption, otherwise you may not hear the tour guide clearly).; Yungang electric car one-way 10 yuan per person, round-trip 15 yuan per person (voluntary consumption, recommended purchase); Other fees

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Overview

📩 Pre-departure Notice One day before departure, by 6 PM, a tour notice or staff WeChat QR code will be sent via WhatsApp or email. Customer service and staff will proactively contact you. Please submit your ID photos in a timely manner to facilitate itinerary arrangements. Thank you for your cooperation. 📌 Itinerary Overview Depart and gather near Hualin Xintiandi/Wanda Plaza in Datong city center to Yingxian Wooden Pagoda to Hanging Temple to Yungang Grottoes to arrive at Hualin Xintiandi in Datong for disbanding, ending the Northern Shanxi trip. (The above itinerary order is for reference only and may be advanced or postponed. The order of attractions may also be adjusted, depending on the weather and traffic conditions on the day. Please refer to the actual tour arrangements.) 🕗 Meeting Time and Location Meeting Time: 6:30-6:45 Location: Near Hualin Xintiandi/Wanda Plaza in Datong city center The specific time and location will be subject to actual arrangements. ⭐ Must-See Highlights 🏞️Hanging Temple (Hunyuan, Datong) A cliffside marvel left from the Northern Wei Dynasty, half-embedded in the cliff and built in mid-air, supported by ingenious mechanics. It integrates Buddhist, Taoist, and Confucian cultures, with thrilling yet healing plank walks. Yingxian Wooden Pagoda (Sakyamuni Pagoda of Fogong Temple) One of the world's three great pagodas, a pure wooden, nail-free mortise and tenon masterpiece from the Liao Dynasty, standing 67 meters tall for nearly a thousand years, housing the essence of dougong art and Liao Dynasty Buddhist culture. Yungang Grottoes A World Cultural Heritage site, the pinnacle of Northern Wei royal carving art, with 53 caves and over 50,000 statues, including the open-air giant Buddha and the flying Apsaras of Wuhua Cave, engraving a thousand years of history and the beauty of East-West artistic fusion.

Highlights

A Trio of Ancient Architectural Wonders: A Day Immersed in Chinese Civilization: Visit the Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, known as the "First Wooden Pagoda in the World," and appreciate the exquisite mortise and tenon craftsmanship of a millennium; Explore the Hanging Temple, an "aerial pavilion," and experience the breathtaking wonder of its construction on a cliff face; Stroll through the Yungang Grottoes, immersing yourself in a Buddhist art gallery dating back 1,500 years. Three national-level protected monuments linked together, allowing you to understand Shanxi's profound history in a single day.
Comfortable and Effortless Travel: Travel in a luxurious, air-conditioned tour bus throughout the journey, bid farewell to crowds and heat, with spacious seats and a smooth ride, allowing you to easily reach every scenic spot and recharge your energy to fully appreciate the magnificent views.
In-Depth Interpretation by Professional Guides: Experienced tour guides accompany you throughout the journey, using vivid stories and professional knowledge to reveal the legendary stories behind the ancient buildings, leading you to understand the cultural codes of every brick, wood, cave, and Buddha, and gain an immersive experience that goes beyond the visual.
Worry-Free Journey: From transportation to sightseeing, thoughtful arrangements are made throughout the journey. There is no need to worry about planning the itinerary. Just bring your curiosity and camera to start a wonderful journey intertwined with history and aesthetics.

What's included

Chinese-speaking guide
Transportation: Air-conditioned tour bus
Tickets: Includes the first entrance ticket to Hanging Temple, Yungang Grottoes ticket, and Yingxian Wooden Pagoda ticket
Meals: Lunch included (complimentary items will not be refunded if not used); choose one of two group meals: Datong sliced noodles or Hunyuan cold noodles.

What's not included

Mandatory consumption: excluding Hanging Temple scenic area transportation 20 yuan per person
The entrance fee for the Hanging Temple is 100 yuan, not included. You can voluntarily choose to purchase tickets to visit, or freely move around and take photos at the scenic area entrance (tickets for the Hanging Temple are limited and cannot be booked online in advance, so be prepared for the possibility of not being able to buy tickets on site).
Yungang Grottoes self-funded project: The scenic area prohibits the use of loudspeakers. Bluetooth headsets are required, and the headsets cost 20 yuan per person (mandatory consumption, otherwise you may not hear the tour guide clearly).
Yungang electric car one-way 10 yuan per person, round-trip 15 yuan per person (voluntary consumption, recommended purchase)
Other fees

Cancellation policy

  • Free cancellation with 24 hours' notice.

Additional info

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The tour guide will call you the day before departure to inform you of the meeting time and location. Please keep your mobile phone accessible. Our company reserves the right to reasonably adjust the itinerary without reducing the number of attractions. Minors and tourists over 60 years of age must be accompanied by family members. Any consequences arising from their own physical conditions shall be borne by themselves and are not the responsibility of the travel agency. You must bring your valid ID with you when you depart. If you suffer losses such as visiting attractions due to not carrying a valid ID, you will be responsible for the losses. Tourists must ensure that they are in good health before participating in the tour itinerary arranged by the travel agency. They must not deceive or conceal any information. The travel agency is not responsible for any accidents caused by the tourist's physical discomfort. The travel agency does not recommend tourists to participate in activities with uncertain personal safety. The travel agency is not responsible for the consequences arising from tourists' unauthorized actions. If a tourist leaves the group or changes the itinerary midway for personal reasons, it will be regarded as an automatic waiver. The travel agency will not be able to refund any fees, and the tourist will be responsible for other expenses and safety issues arising therefrom.
Departure: Meet the operator at 06:30. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. The tour guide will inform you of the specific meeting time and location about 1 day in advance. Please check your text messages or answer your phone, keep your phone accessible, and we wish you a pleasant journey. Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time Departure: Meet the operator at 06:45. Enter your preferred location at checkout. The operator will make the final confirmation accordingly. Gather at Wanda Plaza (Datong Pingcheng Store); the tour guide will inform you of the specific meeting time and location approximately 1 day in advance. Please check your text messages or answer your phone, keep your phone accessible, and wish you a pleasant journey. Please arrive at the location 10 mins before the departure time [Transportation] By bus [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s), Self-guided, Hanging Temple, Visit the Hanging Temple, known for its "danger, uniqueness, and ingenuity," and ranked first among the Eighteen Scenic Spots of Mount Hengshan; includes the first admission ticket to the Hanging Temple; scenic shuttle bus is 20 yuan/person not included (mandatory); climbing fee of 100 yuan is not included, visitors can voluntarily choose to purchase it themselves or freely move around and take photos at the entrance of the scenic area. [Dining] 30 min(s), Lunch, Lunch, Complimentary lunch (no refund if not used). Note: If there are differences in taste preferences between northern and southern cuisine, no refund will be given if not eaten. [Transportation] By bus [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s), Self-guided, Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, The Sakyamuni Pagoda of Fogong Temple, also known as the Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, is the oldest, tallest, and only remaining all-wood structure of its kind from the Liao and Jin dynasties in China. Due to the need for cultural relic protection, only the ground floor is open to the public. [Transportation] By bus [Attraction/experience] 2 hour(s), Self-guided, Yungang Grottoes, Visit the World Cultural Heritage Site—【Yungang Grottoes】; includes scenic area tickets 【Optional Activities】Headset 20 yuan/person (mandatory consumption, otherwise you might not hear the guide clearly); Yungang electric car one-way 10 yuan per person, round-trip 15 yuan per person (voluntary consumption) [Transportation] By bus [Return] 18:30, at [Hualin New World,]() The sightseeing time in the scenic area is not fixed and may be adjusted due to the flow of visitors. Generally, the group will disband uniformly at Hualin Xintiandi around 18:30 in the afternoon. The disbanding time is for reference only. If you need to return, please book your tickets as late as possible. In case of special circumstances and delayed return, the guest will be responsible for any losses. Day {num}
Children 1.2 meters and under (including 1.2 meters) are charged the child rate; children taller than 1.2 meters are charged the same rate as adults.
Please be sure to bring your original ID card before traveling. The team needs to swipe their ID cards to enter the park. If you do not bring it, please purchase tickets in advance. Your tour guide will inform you of the meeting time and location approximately one day in advance. Please be sure to arrive on time. To avoid delaying other guests, we will depart promptly as scheduled and will not wait for latecomers. Guests who do not arrive on time due to their own reasons will be responsible for the full cost of the tour. The climbing section of the Hanging Temple is rugged and not suitable for walking, and the queuing time is uncontrollable. It is not recommended to climb! For your safety: Please keep your valuables with you or deposit them at the front desk instead of leaving them in your hotel room. Dining: Shanxi soil is highly alkaline. It is recommended to drink a small spoonful of Shanxi aged vinegar before each of the three meals to prevent intestinal diseases. Transportation: There are many mountain roads in Shanxi, so please be sure to fasten your seatbelt while in the vehicle. Please gather at the designated location and time as notified by the tour guide for a unified departure by bus. As there are many tourists in the group, there may be some deviation in the departure time and the planned agreed-upon time. We ask for your understanding. If a traveler voluntarily leaves the group or changes their itinerary mid-tour for personal reasons, it will be regarded as a waiver. The travel agency will not be able to refund any fees, and the traveler will be responsible for any other costs and safety issues that arise as a result. Insurance: Tourists are advised to purchase personal travel accident insurance to provide themselves with comprehensive protection. Travel agency liability insurance is purchased by the travel agency, and the insurance company underwrites the legal compensation liability that the travel agency should bear for accidents caused by negligence or fault in the process of organizing tourism activities. Personal travel accident insurance is selected and paid for by tourists or entrusted to the travel agency for handling. It is an insurance company's undertaking of accidental injuries suffered by tourists, and the beneficiary is the tourist himself/herself. Reminder: During peak tourist seasons and statutory holidays, scenic areas tend to be crowded with limited capacity. We recommend traveling during off-peak times if possible. Local residents may sell souvenirs and local products within the scenic area, but these are not services provided by our company. Please exercise caution when making purchases to avoid being deceived. Optional paid facilities are available within the scenic area, and prices are clearly marked for your information. Special Note: In the event of policy-related closures of attractions, our company reserves the right to adjust the order of the itinerary and may change to other attractions. In the event of itinerary delays or changes due to force majeure or the tourist's own reasons, our company is not liable for any losses or liabilities incurred as a result, and any expenses incurred shall be borne by the guest. All times indicated in the itinerary are for reference only and are subject to actual conditions on the day of the tour. Please be aware and understand that the itinerary is subject to change and adjustment due to factors such as weather, road conditions, holidays, arrival and departure times, queuing and control at scenic spots, tourist-related issues, and force majeure. Vehicle & luggage info Passenger capacity: 35 passengers excluding the driver
The voucher is valid only on the specified date (and time if applicable)
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