Tour Features: This tour focused on visiting four major cities in Henan Province. Henan is regarded as the cradle of Chinese civilization, it is well-known for its ancient architecture and splendid culture. By this tour, you will visit main attractions in Henan Province, such as Longmen Grottoes in Luoyang, Shaolin Temple in Dengfeng, Yellow River Scenic Area in Zhengzhou, Iron Pagoda and Memorial Temple of Lord Bao in Kaifeng. If you are curious about Henan Province, this tour is just for you!
Day by Day Itinerary:
Day 01: Arrival in Luoyang (-, L, SD)
Upon arrival in Luoyang, you will be warmly welcomed and transfer to Hotel. After a short break, you will take a city tour in Luoyang -one of the seven ancient capitals of China. The scenic spots include: Longmen Grottoes - a treasure house of ancient Buddhist cave art; Luoyang Museum of Ancient Tomb - a museum of ancient tomb forms of different dynasties; White Horse Temple, which enjoys the reputation of the No.1 Ancient Temple of China and Guanlin Temple. In the evening, unique Luoyang water banquet will be served to you.
Day 02: Luoyang - Dengfeng - Zhengzhou (B, L, D)
Today morning you will drive to Dengfeng, where you will visit the Shaolin Temple - hometown of Chinese Kongfu and Songyang Academy - one of the Four Academies of the Song Dynasty as well as Zhongyue Temple at Song Mountain - the best preserved and the largest among the ancient buildings on the five major mountains of China. After finishing today’s tour, you will go to Zhengzhou.
Day 03: Zhengzhou - Kaifeng (B, L, D)
Today’s highlight is Yellow River Scenic Area, which is beautiful garden where you can enjoy the grand view of Yellow River. Then drive to Kaifeng.
Day 04: Kaifeng, See off (B, L, -)
Today you will visit the following scenic spots: Iron Pagoda - one of the earliest constructions made of glazed bricks and tiles in China; Dragon Pavilion - originally the imperial palaces of the Nortern Song Dynasty (960 - 1127 AD) and the Jin Dynasty (1115 - 1234 AD); Memorial Temple of Lord Bao - a famous temple in memory of Bao Zeng, an upright and honest official and a political reformer in the Song Dynasty; the Chancellor's Temple and Terrace of Yu the Great - in memory of King Yu, the legendary leader of the Xia Dynasty.
In the afternoon you will depart for the train station.
Itinerary: B: Breakfast AB: American Breakfast L: Lunch D: Dinner SD: Special Dinner
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