{"id":2478,"date":"2026-07-02T14:35:16","date_gmt":"2026-07-02T14:35:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/datongtravels.com\/?page_id=2478"},"modified":"2026-07-02T14:44:10","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T14:44:10","slug":"elementor-%e9%a1%b5%e9%9d%a2-2478","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/datongtravels.com\/it\/elementor-%e9%a1%b5%e9%9d%a2-2478\/","title":{"rendered":"yunbo"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Datong Museum & Yungang Grottoes One-Day Tour<\/h4>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t
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Itinerary<\/h5>
Time<\/th>Activity<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
07:30\u201308:20<\/strong><\/td>Pick-up from designated stops (see below); depart for Wuzhou Mountain (16 km, ~30 min)<\/td><\/tr>
~08:50<\/strong><\/td>Visit\u00a0Yungang Grottoes<\/strong>\u00a0(~2.5 hours)<\/td><\/tr>
~11:30<\/strong><\/td>Lunch<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 self-arranged; free time to explore Datong\u2019s local cuisine<\/td><\/tr>
~13:00<\/strong><\/td>Visit\u00a0Datong Museum<\/strong>\u00a0(~2.5 hours)\u00a0(Closed Mondays)<\/em><\/td><\/tr>
~18:00<\/strong><\/td>Return to Sipailou (Four Archways), Datong Ancient City \u2014 end of tour<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>
Pick-up Points (nearest to you \u2014 specify at booking)<\/h5>
Stop<\/th>Time<\/th>Location<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
A<\/td>07:30<\/td>Datong Railway Station<\/td><\/tr>
B<\/td>08:00<\/td>Sipailou (Four Archways), Datong Ancient City<\/td><\/tr>
C<\/td>08:20<\/td>Daguanlou Zen Hotel\u00a0(default if not specified)<\/em><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

\"\u26a0\ufe0f\" Please note your preferred pick-up point when booking. The default is Stop C (08:20). To change, notify us before 18:00 the day before departure.<\/p><\/blockquote>

Drop-off<\/h5>

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Yungang Grottoes<\/span><\/h4>
  • Status<\/strong>: National 5A Scenic Area \u00b7 UNESCO World Heritage Site (2001) \u00b7 One of China\u2019s\u00a0Three Great Grottoes<\/strong><\/li>
  • Scale<\/strong>: Carved into the mountainside stretching ~1 km east to west;\u00a045 major caves<\/strong>,\u00a0252 niches<\/strong>, and over\u00a051,000 stone statues<\/strong><\/li>
  • Significance<\/strong>: Hailed as the\u00a0\u201cCradle of East Asian Buddhist Art\u201d<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 a breathtaking masterpiece of ancient Buddhist sculptural art representing the pinnacle of Chinese grotto carving<\/li>
  • Duration<\/strong>: Approx. 2.5 hours<\/li>
  • Scenic transport<\/strong>: \u00a515\/person (not included, optional)\"\"<\/li><\/ul>
    Datong Museum<\/h5>

    Status<\/strong>: Shanxi Province\u2019s\u00a0second-largest history museum<\/strong>\u00a0\u00b7\u00a0National First-Class Museum<\/strong><\/p>

    Permanent Exhibitions<\/strong>\u00a0(Closed Mondays)<\/em>:<\/p>
    Hall<\/th>Exhibition<\/th>Theme<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
    Main Series<\/td>\u300aDai \u2014 A Land Through Time\u300b<\/td>Prehistoric to Early History<\/td><\/tr>
    Main Series<\/td>\u300aNorthern Wei \u2014 Pingcheng Capital\u300b<\/td>Datong as the Northern Wei imperial capital<\/td><\/tr>
    Main Series<\/td>\u300aLiao & Jin \u2014 Western Capital\u300b<\/td>Datong under Liao and Jin dynasties<\/td><\/tr>
    Main Series<\/td>\u300aMing & Qing \u2014 Strategic Garrison\u300b<\/td>Datong as a key military town<\/td><\/tr>
    Special<\/td>\u300aDatong Dinosaurs\u300b<\/td>Prehistoric fossils<\/td><\/tr>
    Special<\/td>\u300aPorcelain Treasures\u300b<\/td>Ceramics through the ages<\/td><\/tr>
    Special<\/td>\u300aMasterful Brushwork\u300b<\/td>Calligraphy & painting<\/td><\/tr>
    Special<\/td>\u300aBuddhist Melodies\u300b<\/td>Buddhist art & scriptures<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>

    Duration<\/strong>: Approx. 2.5 hours<\/p>

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    1. Tickets<\/strong>: Yungang Grottoes first-entry admission\u00a0(already discounted; see refund policy below)<\/em><\/li>
    2. Transport<\/strong>: Licensed air-conditioned coach (one seat per person guaranteed; infants must occupy a seat)<\/li>
    3. Guide<\/strong>: Licensed Chinese-speaking guide throughout<\/li>
    4. Earpiece<\/strong>: Complimentary guide audio device<\/li>
    5. Quality Guarantee<\/strong>: Boutique small group (max 14), pure sightseeing, zero shopping, zero hidden self-funded items<\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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      1. Yungang Grottoes scenic transport<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 \u00a515\/person<\/li>
      2. Lunch<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 self-arranged (explore Datong\u2019s local cuisine freely)<\/li>
      3. Travel accident insurance<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 the tour includes basic agency liability insurance; upgrading to premium personal accident insurance is recommended<\/li>
      4. Hotel extras<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 luggage handling, laundry, pay-TV, minibar, etc.<\/li>
      5. Personal losses<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 injury or property damage caused by breach of contract, illegal acts, personal negligence, free-time activities, or illness<\/li>
      6. Any items not explicitly listed under \u201cWhat\u2019s Included\u201d<\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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        1. Seating<\/strong>: Unassigned \u2014 first-come, first-served. Be considerate of elderly and children. Front passenger seat is prohibited.<\/li>
        2. No late departure or early return<\/strong>: Please be punctual. If you must leave early, notify the guide and arrange your own return transport; you assume all responsibility thereafter.<\/li>
        3. Cancellation<\/strong>: Cancellation fees apply per the cancellation policy.<\/li>
        4. Force majeure<\/strong>: In case of traffic jams, weather, or temporary traffic control causing missed or delayed visits, the guide may cancel or substitute the site after consultation. Refunds follow the tour product ticket rate (not the gate price); additional meals\/accommodation\/transport costs are self-borne.<\/li>
        5. Comply with all applicable laws<\/strong>, social ethics, destination customs, and religious taboos.<\/li>
        6. Special certificates<\/strong>: Refunds for ticket price differences are processed during the tour (original documents required).<\/li>
        7. No unauthorized departure<\/strong>: Carry valid ID and provide an accurate contact number.<\/li>
        8. Shared group<\/strong>: This is a seat-in-coach product; you may share the vehicle with guests from other agencies. Submitting an order constitutes acceptance.<\/li>
        9. Unofficial shopping<\/strong>: Some scenic areas, restaurants, or rest stops may have shops not arranged by the agency. Exercise discretion and request receipts; any disputes are self-resolved.<\/li>
        10. Climate<\/strong>: Shanxi is on the Loess Plateau with significant day-night temperature gaps \u2014 dress in layers.<\/li>
        11. Footwear<\/strong>: Comfortable walking shoes recommended. Motion-sickness medication suggested for those prone.<\/li><\/ol>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t
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