Travel to the birthplace of Chinese Nation
Henan, located at the south of the Yellow River, is the cradle of China’s 5000-year-long civilization, the birthplace of Chinese martial arts, the origin of many Chinese surnames as well as the site where the Oracle Bone Inscriptions were found. During China’s history, there were more than 200 emperors of more than 20 dynasties ruined China or part of China in Henan. Half of the Eight Great Ancient Capitals of China are located in Henan. Looking at the list of China’s World Heritage Sites, Henan, with 5 sites listed, ranks only after Beijing, the capital of China. All these facts make the province Henan one of the best places to trace back on the Chinese roots and discover the essence of Chinese culture. Don’t think the historical sites are only things Henan can offer. The mighty Yellow River winds through the vast plain of Henan and creates many natural wonders. If you travel to the northern province, you will find gigantic mountains, tearing canyons, tranquil lakes, colorful cliffs and many other pleasant natural miracles. A trip to Henan Province will not only please your eyes, but also refresh your mind.
With more than 4,020+ feedbacks of satisfaction from our clients and 2,020+ good reviews on Tripadvisor, we are the leading providers of all kinds of classic Henan tours and tailor-made packages. Traveling with us, you can easily enjoy the bests of the region as well as enjoy the highest holiday standards with great flexibility, comfort and personalized services. Find a classic Henan tour from our Top 8 Henan Tour Packages, or browse Henan tours by destinations. If you have no idea where to start, you can find useful Henan travel guide here or feel free to contact us to design a wonderful Henan trip of your own!
Trip at a Glance: Zhengzhou (2N), Anyang (1N), Kaifeng (1N), Luoyang (1N)
Sites: Museum of Chinese Characters, Yinxu, Millennium City Park, Shaolin Temple, Longmen Grottoes
Transfer: Private Car
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Trip at a Glance: Luoyang (2N), Dengfeng
Sites: Longmen Grottoes, Luoyang Museum, Tianzi Jialiu Museum, Whilte Horse Temple, Shaolin Temple
Transfer: Private Car
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Trip at a Glance: Zhengzhou (1N), Dengfeng, Luoyang (1N)
Sites: Shaolin Temple, Astronomical Observatory, Longmen Grottoes, Luoyang Museum
Transfer: Private Car
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Trip at a Glance: Zhengzhou (1N), Dengfeng (1N)
Sites: Shaolin Temple, Kung Fu School, Astronomical Observatory
Transfer: Private Car
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Trip at a Glance: Luoyang (2N), Dengfeng
Sites: Shaolin Temple, Mount Song, Longmen Grottoes, Luoyang Museum
Transfer: Private Car
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Trip at a Glance:Zhengzhou (2N), Kaifeng, Luoyang (2N)
Sites: Shaolin Temple, Kaifeng Millennium City Park, Ancient City Wall, Longmen Grottoes, Luoyang Museum
Transfer: Private Car
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Trip at a Glance: Luoyang (3N), Guoliangcun (1N)
Sites: Longmen Grottoes, Luoyang Museum, White Horse Temple, Guoliangcun Village
Transfer: Private Car
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Trip at a Glance: Xian (3N), Luoyang
Sites: Terracotta Warriors, Ancient City Wall, Giant Wild Goose Pagoda, Longmen Grottoes
Transfer: Private Car & Bullet Train
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Trip at a Glance: Luoyang (2N), Dengfeng
Sites: Longmen Grottoes, Luoyang Museum, Luoyang National Peony Garden, Shaolin Temple
Transfer: Private Car
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Trip at a Glance: Luoyang (2N), Dengfeng, Xiaolangdi
Sites: Longmen Grottoes, Luoyang Museum, Xiaolangdi Dam, Shaolin Temple
Transfer: Private Car
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Trip at a Glance: Luoyang (2N), Dengfeng
Sites: Shaolin Temple, Longmen Grottoes, Luoyang Museum
Transfer: Private Car
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Trip at a Glance: Luoyang (3N)
Sites: Shaolin Temple, Longmen Grottoes, Luoyang Museum, Tianzi Jialiu Museum
Transfer: Private Car
View DetailsWhen planning your itinerary in Henan, Luoyang should be on the top of the bucket list. With some of the finest Buddhist arts in China and many interesting museums, you can stay there about 2 or 3 days. An efficient day trip to Shaolin Temple from Luoyang is also available. If you find Zhengzhou suits your plan well, you can also start your tour from Zhengzhou, then travel to Luoyang via Shaolin Temple. For a deeper exploration of the region, you can extend your trip to Kaifeng to look for ancient glory, or a historical tour to Anyang to witness the great archaeological wonder of Yinxu. If you prefer some eyes-pleasing experience, you can go to hanging village of Guoliangcun in Xinxiang, stunning Yuntain Mountain Geopark in Jiaozuo and spectacular Xiaolangdi Irrigation System in Luoyang. Following are well-selected Henan tours by destinations.
Highlights: Shaolin Temple, Longmen Grottoes, White Horse Temple
Apart from the surviving Longmen Grottoes, you will also explore more of Luoyang by visiting its local museums and experience the authentic Shaolin Kung Fu in nearby Dengfeng Shaolin Temple.
Highlights: Longmen Grottoes, White Horse Temple, Shaolin Temple
This 2-day tour helps you make full use of your time and money in Luoyang. You will not only appreciate the fine example of Chinese Buddhism art, but also explore Zen Buddhism and Kung Fu in Shaolin Temple!
Highlights: Shaolin Temple, Kung Fu Class, Longmen Grottoes
This 3 days tour offers you a special Shaolin Kung Fu class in a Shaolin Temple and explore the can't-be-missed highlight of Luoyang. Packaged services include tour guide, transfer, hotel, etc.
Highlights: Longmen Grottoes, Shaolin Temple, Yuntai Mountain
This 3 days tour offers you a wonderful experience in Yuntai Mountain from Luoyang. You will firstly discover the cultural heritage sites in Luoyang and end your trip with a visual feast in Yuntai Mountain.
To help you learn more useful travel guide and tips about Henan, we have created below comprehensive articles about top Henan destinations, city guide, popular things to do, updated transportation and maps, the best time to visit, recommended accommodating areas, etc. If you have any other questions and travel ideas, don’t hesitate to contact us for instant help.
Henan Province is the heartland of China. It borders Shaanxi to the west, Shandong and Anhui to the east, Shanxi and Hebei to the north, Hubei to the south. Geographically speaking, Henan is located between Beijing and Xian. The daily trains between Beijing and Xian have several stops in Henan. Thus, it’s quite convenient to take a stopover in Henan if you take the classic Beijing-Xian-Shanghai itinerary. If time allows, an in-depth Chinese culture tour that includes Beijing, Datong and Pingao in Shanxi Province, Luoyang and Shaolin Temple in Henan, Xian in Shaanxi Province is strongly recommended. You can also travel Henan with many other popular China destinations, such as Chengdu, Guilin, Zhangjiajie, etc. with our tailor-made tour services.
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Xian / Luoyang / Dengfeng / Zhengzhou
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Henan is a treasure trove of cultural and natural wonders that has fascinated countless travelers from around the globe. China Discovery has been committed to helping visitors discover the cradle of Chinese civilization and immerse themselves in its rich history and heritage. Our happy customers have shared their remarkable experiences with us, offering a glimpse of Henan. If you're seeking more inspiration for your China travels, explore our collection of China travel stories shared by our guests.
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