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Best Datong Tours 2023/2024: China Datong Packages Tour of Yungang Grottoes and Hanging Temple

Located in Shanxi Province, the middle of China, Datong is a low-key historic city compared with others shining before the world like Beijing and Xian. But the humble character would not hide its splendid history and culture: It was the Capital of the North Wei Dynasty (398-493) and an important city with a strategic position in the time of Liao, Jin, Ming, and Qing, leaving its impress through the grandiose Buddhist statues of Yungang Grottoes, the incredible Hanging Temple, Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, and quaint Huayan Monastery. Travel to Datong is an in-depth adventure for history in China!

How Do I Plan My Datong Tour?

You have a variety of options regarding Datong tours from 1 day to 3 more days. Usually, a Datong day trip with the top 2 highlights, Yungang Grottoes and Hanging Temple is recommended; 2-3 days Datong tours with Yingxian Wooden Pagoda, Huayuan Temple, Nine-Dragon Wall, Shanhua Temple added are popular for visitors to catch the essence of this noble historic city.

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Discover the captivating city of Datong on this 3-day trip. Datong, located in northern China's Shanxi province, boasts a rich historical heritage and awe-inspiring cultural wonders. Day 1 allows you to explore at your leisure, with a recommended stroll on the restored City Wall. On Day 2, immerse yourself…

A Datong tour is not completed without a visit to Yungang Grottoes and Hanging Monastery. On this 8 hours private tour, you will be escorted to visit two historical highlights nearby Datong City: Yungang Grottoes and Hanging Monastery. Your guide will explain the sites and offer detailed background information.…

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Datong, a city under the jurisdiction of Shanxi Province, is one of the first batch of 24 national historical and cultural cities in China and one of the nine ancient capitals of China. There are many historical sites, and famous cultural relics include Yungang Grottoes, Huayan Temple, Shanhua Temple,…

How to plan a wonderful tour in Datong in just one day? Located in Shanxi province, Datong is one of the first batch of 24 national historical and cultural cities in China and one of the nine ancient capitals of China. There are many historical sites, and famous cultural…

Want a cultural tour? Datong is one of the first batch of 24 national historical and cultural cities in China and one of the nine ancient capitals of China. Explore the highlight cultural heritage in and nearby Datong city on the 2 days private tour. With company of your…

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This 2 days Datong tour from Beijing by high speed train is a perfect Beijing side trip for those who have some more time in Beijing. The Beijing Datong tour of 2 days brings an amazing excursion to the splendid Yungang Grottoes, Shanhua Temple, The Nine-Dragon Wall, Hanging Temple,…

Datong is about 4.5 hours car riding from Beijing. Due to the relatively short distance from Beijing and the rich cultural relics, Datong is regarded as one of the popular destination for a Beijing side trip. Take this 2 days Datong private tour to explore the best highlight attractions…

Yugang Grottoes in Datong is one of the four greatest Buddhist grottoes in China. It is also the one locates closest to Beijing among the fours. This private tour will offer the opportunity to visit Yungang Grottoes from Beijing in one day. Take this One Day Datong Tour from…

This 4-day Shanxi tour is a real history-tracing journey in China with the 4 top historic cities included: Beijing, Datong, Taiyuan, and Pingyao. Covering all the worth-to-visit attractions in Shanxi Province: Yungang Grottoes, Hanging Temple, Jinci Temple, Pingyao Ancient Town, and Qiao Family Courtyard, it entitles you to deeply…

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Shanxi is a mysterious place full of history, culture, religions, traditions, etc. In order to make your visit here memorable, we designed this 5 days tour to offer all the highlights in Shanxi. Start from Datong, you will be guided to visit three UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Yungang Grottoes…

Where should I go in China for the second or third-time visit? This 5 days Shanxi essence tour inspires you an ideal journey to explore Pingyao, Taiyuan, and Datong and discover the profound history/civilization of Northern China! Covering Qiao Family Courtyard, Pingyao Ancient Town, Jinci Temple, Hanging Temple, and…

This 10 days Historic China tour departing from Xian, going through Shanxi Province with Pingyao and Datong, ending in Beijing, brings you a true exploration of Chinese culture and ancient civilization. Taking high-speed trains as the main transportation will not only low your cost down but also bring you…

The 4 days Datong and Pingyao tour provides a brilliant itinerary covering all the highlights of the 2 cities to disclose the secret of Northern China's history and culture. From the remarkable Yungang Grottoes to the marvelous Hanging Temple, from holy Shanhua Monastery to the splendid Qiao Family Courtyard...What…

This 2 days Datong Pingyao tour brings you a pure culture exploration of Yungang Grottoes, Hanging Temple, and Pingyao Ancient Town. Immersing into the thick atmosphere of Chinese ancient grotto culture, Buddhist culture, Taoist Culture as well as the commercial history in Ming and Qing Dynasties. With an excellent…

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Embark on an unforgettable 6-day journey through the captivating cities of Datong and Pingyao, immersing yourself in China's rich cultural heritage and architectural marvels. Datong, a city with a history spanning over 2,000 years, boasts the awe-inspiring Yungang Grottoes, the hanging temple perched on a cliff, and the elegant…

Where should I go in China for the second or third-time visit? This 5 days Shanxi essence tour inspires you an ideal journey to explore Pingyao, Taiyuan, and Datong and discover the profound history/civilization of Northern China! Covering Qiao Family Courtyard, Pingyao Ancient Town, Jinci Temple, Hanging Temple, and…

This 10 days Historic China tour departing from Xian, going through Shanxi Province with Pingyao and Datong, ending in Beijing, brings you a true exploration of Chinese culture and ancient civilization. Taking high-speed trains as the main transportation will not only low your cost down but also bring you…

The 4 days Datong and Pingyao tour provides a brilliant itinerary covering all the highlights of the 2 cities to disclose the secret of Northern China's history and culture. From the remarkable Yungang Grottoes to the marvelous Hanging Temple, from holy Shanhua Monastery to the splendid Qiao Family Courtyard...What…

This 3 days tour including Jinci Temple in Taiyuan, Pingyao Ancient Town, Qiao Family Courtyard and Shuanglin Temple in Pingyao, will bring you a true experience of the authentic culture, cuisine as well history in Shanxi Province. Accompanied by the friendly local tour guide and driver, you will find…

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