Zhengzhou to Shaolin Temple Private Car Day Trip

Private car day trip from Zhengzhou to the legendary Shaolin Temple — birthplace of Kung Fu and Zen Buddhism. See the martial arts hall, Pagoda Forest, and mountain scenery. Also available from Luoyang.

⏱ 8-9 hours💰 From $129🚗 Private Car

Tour Highlights

Private car day trip from Zhengzhou to the legendary Shaolin Temple — birthplace of Kung Fu and Zen Buddhism. See the martial arts hall, Pagoda Forest, and mountain scenery. Also available from Luoyang.

  • Shaolin Temple — birthplace of Kung Fu and Chan (Zen) Buddhism
  • Martial Arts Performance — daily shows by Shaolin monks
  • Pagoda Forest — 248 tombs of Shaolin masters, 1,000 years old
  • Song Mountain Scenic Area — steep peaks and ancient temples
  • Available from Zhengzhou or Luoyang

Tour Itinerary

7:00 AM
Hotel pickup in Zhengzhou
8:30 AM
Arrive at Shaolin Temple (80 km, 1.5 hrs)
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Shaolin Temple — Hall of Heavenly Kings, Dharma Hall
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Martial Arts Performance (daily at 10:30, check schedule)
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Pagoda Forest + Chuzu Nunnery
12:00 PM
Lunch at vegetarian restaurant near temple
1:30 PM
Song Mountain cable car (optional, 2 hrs)
4:00 PM
Return to Zhengzhou
5:30 PM
Hotel drop-off

Private Car from $129

$129 / vehicle

Professional driver • Air-conditioned vehicle • Fuel & tolls included
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What's Included

✅ Included

  • Air-conditioned private vehicle
  • Professional driver
  • Fuel, tolls, parking fees
  • Hotel pickup & dropoff
  • Bottled water

❌ Not Included

  • Entrance tickets
  • Meals & drinks
  • Tour guide service
  • Gratuities
  • Travel insurance

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Shaolin Temple from Zhengzhou?

Shaolin Temple is 80 km northwest of Zhengzhou, about 1.5 hours by car. From Luoyang it's 55 km, about 1 hour.

Can I visit from Luoyang instead?

Yes! We offer the tour from Luoyang (55 km, 1 hour). Many travelers combine Luoyang Longmen Grottoes + Shaolin Temple in one day.

What time is the kung fu show?

Shows run 10:30 AM, 2:30 PM, and 4:00 PM (may vary by season). We recommend arriving by 8:30 AM to see the 10:30 show.

Is there an entrance fee?

Yes, Shaolin Temple ticket is ¥80 (~$11) plus ¥100 (~$14) for the mountain area and cable car if desired.

Can I combine with the Longmen Grottoes?

Yes! We recommend: Morning Shaolin Temple (from Luoyang), afternoon Longmen Grottoes. It's a long but rewarding day.

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