Overview
A private Zhengzhou day trip built around the two things visitors remember most: the warrior monks' kung fu show and the sacred scenery of Mount Song. You'll spend about three hours at the temple and Pagoda Forest, then ride up into the Songshan range for the views. An English-speaking guide, private transport, entrance fees, water and a meal are included, and the tour is wheelchair- and stroller-accessible. A good choice if you want the spectacle and the mountains without the long drive to Longmen.
This itinerary trades the long drive to Longmen for time in the mountains, pairing the temple and its famous show with the scenery of the Songshan range. It is a good fit if the kung fu spectacle and the setting matter more to you than ticking off a second UNESCO site in one day.
What’s Included
Included
- Private transport
- English-speaking guide
- Entrance fees
- Bottled water
- Meals
Good to Know
- Only the items listed as included are covered
- Gratuities and personal spending
- Optional extras such as the cable car
Inclusions can change — confirm the current list on the booking page before you go.
A Typical Day
Zhengzhou hotel pick-up
A private car collects you for the morning drive to the Shaolin Scenic Area.
Shaolin Temple, Pagoda Forest & kung fu show
About three hours taking in the halls, the Pagoda Forest and the warrior monks’ kung fu show.
Included meal
A break for a meal, included in the tour.
Mount Song (Songshan)
Up into the sacred mountain range that frames the temple, for the views over the valley.
Return to Zhengzhou
Private drop-off at your hotel.
Tour FAQs
What does this tour focus on?
The warrior monks’ kung fu show at Shaolin Temple and the mountain scenery of Songshan, rather than the longer trip out to the Longmen Grottoes.
Is the kung fu show included?
Yes. The show is part of the visit, along with the temple halls and the Pagoda Forest, and entrance fees are included.
Is this tour accessible?
It is marked wheelchair- and stroller-accessible with private transport. Check the details against your needs when booking.
Where does it start and how long is it?
It starts from Zhengzhou, usually with hotel pick-up, and runs about six to eight hours.
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