Hanging Temple and Yungang Grottoes Tour by Bullet Train from Beijing
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Description
Your adventure will commence early in the morning when your driver arrives at your hotel in Beijing to transfer you to the railway station. Once there, you will board the sleek bullet train and embark on a scenic journey through the countryside at lightning speed. After 2 hours, you will arrive in Datong. Your local guide will be waiting there for you at the arrival hall to greet you and begin your exploration of this fascinating destination.
Your first stop is the awe-inspiring Hanging Temple, a marvel of ancient engineering perched precariously on a cliffside. Built over 1,500 years ago, this temple is a unique blend of Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism. Your private guide will share fascinating stories about its construction and spiritual significance, allowing you to fully appreciate its beauty and mystery.
After lunch, you’ll visit the Yungang Grottoes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of China’s most remarkable Buddhist art treasures. Marvel at the intricate carvings and towering statues that span over 1,000 years of history. Your guide will provide detailed insights into the artistic and religious significance of these ancient masterpieces, bringing the stories behind the stone to life.
After the tour, the guide will drop you off at the railway station where you will board the bullet train back to Beijing. Upon arrival, your driver will be waiting for you at the exit of the arrival hall to take you back to your hotel in Beijing where your tour concludes.
Location Map
Highlights
- Entrance fees
- Lunch
- Guided tour
- Water
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Train ticket
Exclusions
- Alcoholic drinks
Terms & Conditions for This Tour
These are the key terms that apply to tour bookings. They form part of your contract with 1860 Travels — see the full Terms & Conditions for the complete text.
Pricing, Inclusions & Exclusions
- Prices are per person unless stated otherwise, and may change at any time until your booking confirmation is issued.
- The Inclusions and Exclusions listed on this page are specific to this tour — anything not listed under Inclusions is excluded from the price.
- Prices exclude local taxes, charges, gratuities, food and beverages, and transfers unless expressly stated otherwise. Gratuities are entirely at your discretion.
- Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Student and senior (60+) pricing requires valid ID at the time of booking and on the day of travel.
- Group tariffs may be available for parties of 10 or more — contact us for a quote.
Amendments & Cancellations
- Amendments to this booking can be made by contacting us at least 96 hours before the departure date.
- Cancellation notice must be received at least 1 week before departure, otherwise a 100% cancellation charge applies.
- Theatre tickets, dining products, and overnight tours cannot be amended or cancelled unless otherwise stated at the time of booking.
- For health or pandemic-related cancellations, options may include a travel credit voucher, rebooking on flexible dates, or a full refund, subject to the specific product's conditions.
- If you miss a coach tour through no fault of 1860 Travels, no refund will be issued; a discounted rebooking rate may be offered as a gesture of goodwill.
Refunds & Compensation
- If a venue cannot be visited during the tour due to unforeseen circumstances, a partial refund of the admission value may be issued at our discretion.
- No refund is given for non-operational air conditioning or washroom facilities on an assigned vehicle.
- Refund requests cannot be accepted more than 30 days after the tour's completion.
- Approved refunds are processed within 15–20 working days via the original payment method.
- Third-party tours where 1860 Travels acts as an agent are non-refundable and subject to the supplier's own terms.
Payment
- Full payment is required at the time of booking unless otherwise specified.
- We accept Visa and MasterCard and charge no service fee, though your card issuer may apply its own charges.
- Customer payments are held in a dedicated client money trust account until your booking is completed or cancelled.
