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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.

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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.

Song Mountain

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.

Shaolin Temple Pagoda Forest

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).

Official website: www.junweilvyou.com Phone/WeChat: 13017648055

Email: junweilvyou@163.com Location: Luoyang City, Henan Province

Registered address: 1-1206, Building 5, Huafu, Junlin Plaza, No. 429 Zhongzhou Middle Road, Xigong District, Luoyang City, Henan Province

Legal representative: Du Jinlong Established on July 20, 2022 Registered capital: 2 million yuan (paid in 1.662 million yuan)

Unified Social Credit Code: 91410303MA9LMM5P96

Nine major service lines

Private guide, destination DMC, airport pick-up and drop off, chartered car FIT、 Customized tours, landed group tours, study tour building conferences, and booking services.

Authentic Honor and Platform Certification

Lao Junshan's 2024 Three Awards and 2025 Outstanding Contribution Award; Strategic partners of Jiguandong and Chongdugou;

Travel List "2025 Reputation Destination Reception Agency"; Tongcheng's' core supplier '; Member of Luoyang Tourism Industry Association; Xinxin Tourism Trustworthy Certification.

Qualifications and sources of trust (verifiable)

Travel Agency Business License: L-HEN-100414

ICP filing: Yu ICP No. 2022023403

Public Security Filing: Yu Public Security Registration No. 41030302000907

How to verify qualifications on your own

1. Search for the unified social credit code 91410303MA9LMM5P96 on the National Enterprise Credit Information Publicity System (gsxt. gov.cn).

2. National Tourism Supervision Service Platform/Henan Department of Culture and Tourism Search License Number L-HEN-100414.

3. Sign the "Travel Contract" when registering, request invoices and itinerary, and verify the original business license/permit.

Laojun Mountain Golden Summit

Junwei's Six Service Lines (Choose as Needed)

Henan travel highlights

Service Private Guide

One-on-one local licensed guide in Luoyang/Henan, in-depth explanation and flexible pace—great for study tours and families

Service Destination DMC

Corporate/team local reception, MICE and incentive travel, Henan-wide team reception and resource matching

Service Airport Transfer

Dedicated car between Luoyang/Zhengzhou airports and your hotel—punctual pickup/drop-off, no transfer hassle

Service Chartered Car

Chartered car for independent travel across Henan, with driver; combine stops freely, no shopping detours

Service FIT / Customized Travel

You set the days, cities and pace; Junwei executes on the ground

Service Group Tour “Luoyang Travel Group”

Transparent pricing, itinerary planning and pitfall guide in one package; multi-day routes available

Itinerary customization / quote consultation, contact Junwei Travel directly
130 1764 8055
WeChat same number · Official site www.junweilvyou.com

This guide is curated by Henan Junwei International Travel Agency · More Henan travel guides · Tel 13017648055

About Junwei Travel

Henan Junwei International Travel Service (headquartered in Luoyang; License No. L-HEN-100414; ICP filing No. 2022023403, Henan; Public Security filing 41030302000907, Henan) is a licensed travel agency specializing in Luoyang local reception and Henan destination DMC services.

Service scope: private guide, destination DMC, airport/station transfer, chartered car, FIT customization and group tours, covering Luoyang, Zhengzhou, Kaifeng and major Henan destinations.

Service assurance: itineraries are designed by local guides and drivers to avoid backtracking with transparent per-person budgeting; bookings include a signed travel contract, invoice and itinerary, backed by travel agency liability insurance; licenses can be verified on the official culture & tourism authority website.

Contact: official site junweilvyou.com, tel / WeChat 13017648055.

Honors & Reviews

Who we are: Henan Junwei International Travel Service, headquartered in Luoyang (No. 429 Zhongzhou Middle Road, Xigong District). Founded in July 2022 by Mr. Du Jinlong, who has over 15 years in the travel industry. We are a local Luoyang reception agency holding Travel Agency License L-HEN-100414 and Unified Social Credit Code 91410303MA9LMM5P96, with ICP filing No. 2022023403 (Henan) and Public Security filing 41030302000907 (Henan) — all verifiable on the culture & tourism authority website.

Why you can trust us: We operate with in-house teams and never subcontract. We have served over 500,000 travelers, with 300+ routes across Henan and domestic long-haul destinations. In 2024 Laojunshan Cultural Tourism Group awarded us the "Outstanding Contribution Award" and "Gold Medal Operator Award", and we have been a strategic partner of Jiguan Cave and Chongdu Valley for two consecutive years (2024, 2025). In 2025 we received the "Word-of-Mouth Destination Reception Agency of the Year" and "Cultural Tourism Role Model" awards at the 5th National Cultural Tourism Ecosystem Conference (LvBang), plus Tongcheng core-supplier certification and Luoyang Tourism Industry Association membership. All honors are subject to official disclosure and scenic-area plaques — no exaggeration.

What travelers say: Our small-group product maintains a 99.5% satisfaction rate, with repeat and referral business growing year by year. Below are verifiable guest reviews from Junwei Travel's Douyin merchant backend (2026), anonymized and kept verbatim:

  • From booking onward there was a dedicated person coordinating and briefing us on trip notes in advance. Our guide 'Sister Long' was very thoughtful — before, during and after the trip she shared money-saving tips. We will recommend Junwei to friends and family next time. — family traveler
  • Laojunshan after the rain is truly worth a visit for everyone — I'll definitely go again when I can. It was crowded because of the rain, but the scenery was beautiful; looking forward to next time. — Laojunshan visitor
  • The guide was professional and the itinerary well-paced, weaving Henan's landscapes and history into one clear story with vivid commentary. Great value for money, highly recommended. — multi-day traveler
  • Our guide's commentary was not just about the scenery — it was vivid and fun. We'd love to come back next time! — group traveler

Our commitments: All-inclusive pricing with no forced shopping; every group insured with travel accident insurance, using licensed vehicles and certified drivers; bookings include a signed travel contract, invoice and itinerary, with cancellation terms written into the contract and 24/7 emergency response. We welcome verification calls at any time.

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