6-Day Tour in Henan | Three Cities Slow Tour+Deep Exploration of Mount Song and Shaolin, A Time Free Slow Tour of the Central Plains
Explore Zhengzhou, Luoyang, and Kaifeng, as well as Mount Song and Shaolin in 6 days: in Luoyang, visit Laojun Mountain, Longmen Temple, Baima Temple, Luobo Temple, and Mount Song and Shaolin in 3 days; in Kaifeng, visit Shanghe Garden during Qingming Festival, Kaifeng Prefecture, and Daxiangguo Temple in 1.5 days; and in Zhengzhou, visit the Museum and Yellow River in 1.5 days.
How to choose the number of days
On the 6th, there will be a "relaxed feeling" configuration: Luoyang will provide sufficient depth, Songshan Shaolin will have one day alone, Kaifeng will have a night tour+daytime, Zhengzhou will have a museum+Yellow River. Suitable for parents or partners who pursue comfort.
On the first day, arrive in Zhengzhou → stay in Luoyang (stay in Luoyang)
Zhengzhou East High speed Railway takes 40 minutes to reach Longmen in Luoyang, and in the afternoon, it will take the old city, Lijingmen, and Cross Street Night Market.
The next day in Luoyang (Longmen Grottoes+Luoyang Museum)
Longmen in the morning (90 yuan), Luobo in the afternoon (free reservation required). Stay in Luoyang.
On the third day in Luoyang (White Horse Temple+Laojun Mountain, staying in Luanchuan)
White Horse Temple at 8am, depart from Luanchuan at 10am, climb Laojun Mountain and light up the Golden Summit in the afternoon. On Mount Su.
Day 4 Sunrise of Laojun Mountain → Shaolin of Mount Song (Sudengfeng)
After sunrise, go down the mountain and climb to the top. In the afternoon, the Shaolin Temple pass is 80 yuan, with frequent hospitalization, Tallinn, and martial arts performances. Su Dengfeng.
On the fifth day, Dengfeng → Zhengzhou → Kaifeng (Qingming Shangheyuan, staying in Kaifeng)
Dengfeng → Zhengzhou East → Kaifeng North. Afternoon Qingming Riverside Garden (120 yuan), evening "The Great Song Dynasty: Dreams of Tokyo" (purchased separately) or night tour. Stay in Kaifeng.
Day 6 Kaifeng (Kaifeng Prefecture+Daxiangguo Temple+Kaifeng Museum) → Return to Zhengzhou
Morning Kaifeng Mansion (65 yuan)+Daxiangguo Temple (40 yuan), afternoon Kaifeng Museum (free reservation required). In the evening, Kaifeng North → Zhengzhou East → return journey.
Budget (per capita, approximately)
Transportation 500+tickets 460+accommodation 720+catering 360=approximately 2040 yuan.
Avoiding pitfalls reminder
1. The probability of sunrise on Laojun Mountain is strongly related to weather, and on cloudy and rainy days, you can give up sunrise and switch to observing clouds during the day.
2. The combined ticket of Songshan Shaolin and Zhongyue Academy is more cost-effective, but only buying a pass to Shaolin is enough.
3. Kaifeng's scenic spots are nearby, and shared bicycles and walking are the most time-saving.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: What month is the most comfortable to go to Henan? A: The temperature is pleasant from April to May and September to October, and watching the sunrise at Laojun Mountain can avoid extreme weather conditions.
Q: What is the most convenient way to travel between Luoyang, Kaifeng, and Zhengzhou? A: High speed rail+intercity, with Zhengzhou East as the hub, saving the most time.
Q: Is it more cost-effective to join a group or travel independently? A: Multi city joint travel and group tours are more worry free and cost-effective, while independent travel is suitable for single city depth.
Q: Do tickets need to be reserved in advance? A: Henan Museum/Kaifeng Museum/Luoyang Museum need to make an appointment with the real name of the official account, and check the official announcement before closing Laojun Mountain.
Q: What is the budget? A: Refer to each itinerary budget table, with a fluctuation of ± 20% based on travel season and star rating.
Q: Can it be customized? A: Support itinerary customization, adding or removing attractions, adjusting pace, and contacting through official website or phone.
Regarding the travel service provider, Henan Junwei International Travel Agency
Henan Junwei International Travel Agency specializes in customized tourism and local connections in Henan (Luoyang and surrounding areas).
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Registered address: 1-1206, Building 5, Huafu, Junlin Plaza, No. 429 Zhongzhou Middle Road, Xigong District, Luoyang City, Henan Province
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1. Search for the unified social credit code 91410303MA9LMM5P96 on the National Enterprise Credit Information Publicity System (gsxt. gov.cn).
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