Over the past few years of doing customized travel with Luoyang, I've seen too many friends who come for the first time just for Shaolin Temple, and then come back saying 'There's nothing to do in Luoyang.' Actually, the truly legendary route is this 3-day, 2-night loop that combines sea of clouds, grottoes, ancient temples, and museums all in one. The — pace is relaxed, not too exposed to the sun, and without backtracking.

Thirteen dynasties ancient capital, a city to see half of Chinese history. This 3-day, 2-night itinerary links four must-visit highlights, following it the first time basically won't go wrong.

Gameplay Overview

• Day 1: Arrive at Longmen Grottoes (avoid sun exposure in the afternoon night tour)
• Day 2: Golden Summit of Laojun Mountain Ten-Mile Painted Screen
• Day 3: White Horse Temple Luoyang Museum

Dragon grottoes (Day 1 Afternoon)

• One of China's China's four great grottoes, adult about 90 yuan/student 45 yuan, ticket price as officially published by the scenic area
• In summer, night tour is open until about 21:00, and Vairocana Buddha is even more spectacular under the lights
• It is recommended to follow the order: Xishan → , Dongshan → Xiangshan Temple, and enter the park in the afternoon to avoid the midday sun.

Laojun Mountain (Day 2 All Day)

• the Funiu Mountains 43Qz, admission ticket about 100 yuan, first-level round-trip cable car about 130 yuan, second-level round-trip cable car about 80 yuan, totaling about 230 yuan
• Golden Summit Taoist Complex Ten-Mile Painted Screen is the core, cable car may be suspended during rainy or snowy weather
• Be sure to check the official park closure and capacity limit announcements before departure

White Horse Temple (Day 3 Morning)

• One of the earliest government-run temples after Buddhism was introduced to Central Plains, admission ticket about 35 yuan
• It is recommended to arrive at 8 a.m., when there are fewer people and the light is soft.
• A garden with Buddhist halls in the styles of China, Thailand, India, and Myanmar

Luoyang Museum (Day 3 Afternoon)

• The Heluo civilization and Tang Tri-Color Glazed Pottery essence exhibitions are free but require advance reservation
• Closed more often on Mondays, confirm before going
• peak season Usually fully booked, it is recommended to book 1-3 days in advance

food and Budget

• Must-eat: Luoyang Water Banquet (recommended to try a few signature dishes), beef soup/mutton soup (most authentic at the morning market), do not stir the soup
• Accommodation recommendations: Luolong District near Longmen and Laojun Mountain departure points, old town near Shui Street and the museum
• 3 days 2 nights from about 1200 yuan (including accommodation and basic transportation, not including long-distance travel, specific details are subject to actual booking and signed contract)

Avoid pitfalls

• Check the weather and park closure announcements, don't blindly rush to the mountaintop; think in advance about how many segments of tickets to buy.
• Longmen, Luobo all need reservation, peak season may have no tickets on site; Luobo is regularly closed on Monday
• Low-price group tours 'free guide' at the station/scenic spot entrance are often scams; make sure to recognize a licensed travel agency in the contract
• Arrive early to avoid the crowds; you can get incense for free inside the temple, no need to buy expensive incense.
• Luoyang the attractions are scattered, traveling across cities to Laojun Mountain takes about 2 hours one way, chartered car/join a group tour are more hassle-free

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: How is it most reasonable to arrange 3 days and 2 nights for Luoyang?

A: It is recommended Day 1 Qz2 Qz (avoid strong sun in the afternoon Qz5 Qz), Day 2 Qz1 Qz Qz3 Qz, Day 3 Qz4 Qz Qz0 Qz, with a moderate pace, covering the highest for first-timers.

Q: How much do Laojun Mountain admission ticket and cable car cost in total?

A: admission ticket is about 100 yuan, first-class round-trip cable car is about 130 yuan, second-class round-trip cable car is about 80 yuan, totaling about 230 yuan; be sure to check the official park closure and cable car operation announcements before departure.

Q: Does Longmen Grottoes need reservation?

A: Yes. Adult tickets are about 90 yuan, student/concession tickets are about 45 yuan. It is recommended to book in advance through official channels, as tickets may be sold out on-site.

Q: Is Luoyang Museum free? How do you make an appointment?

A: Free, but via the public account, reservation and peak season often get fully booked in advance. It is recommended to book 1-3 days ahead, and note that there are more closures on Mondays.

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: We let real travel records speak for themselves: our small-group product keeps a 99.5% satisfaction rate. Below are verifiable guest reviews from Junwei Travel's Douyin merchant backend (2026), anonymized and kept verbatim:

• Convenient and affordable — no need to rush around for buses ourselves. Ticket and meal booking were both good deals; one-stop and hassle-free. — ticket/meal booking client
• 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
• 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 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is visiting for the first time Luoyang looking for local destination agency reliable?

A: Recognize a licensed travel agency and sign a formal travel contract, request an invoice and written itinerary. This article is organized by Henan Junwei International Travel Agency under license L-HEN-100414, deeply cultivating Luoyang and surrounding areas (Longmen/Laojun Mountain/White Horse Temple/Luobo), verified by credentials can be verified on Henan cultural tourism platform, can arrange itineraries/chartered car/guides/join a group tour.

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