Datong Museum & Yungang Grottoes One-Day Tour

Itinerary

Pick-up Points (nearest to you — specify at booking)

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.

Drop-off

Tour concludes at Sipailou (Four Archways), Datong Ancient City.

Highlights

Yungang Grottoes

Status: National 5A Scenic Area · UNESCO World Heritage Site (2001) · One of China’s Three Great Grottoes
Scale: Carved into the mountainside stretching ~1 km east to west; 45 major caves, 252 niches, and over 51,000 stone statues
Significance: Hailed as the “Cradle of East Asian Buddhist Art” — a breathtaking masterpiece of ancient Buddhist sculptural art representing the pinnacle of Chinese grotto carving
Duration: Approx. 2.5 hours
Scenic transport: ¥15/person (not included, optional)

Datong Museum

Status: Shanxi Province’s second-largest history museum · National First-Class Museum

Permanent Exhibitions (Closed Mondays):

Duration: Approx. 2.5 hours

What’s Included

Tickets: Yungang Grottoes first-entry admission (already discounted; see refund policy below)
Transport: Licensed air-conditioned coach (one seat per person guaranteed; infants must occupy a seat)
Guide: Licensed Chinese-speaking guide throughout
Earpiece: Complimentary guide audio device
Quality Guarantee: Boutique small group (max 14), pure sightseeing, zero shopping, zero hidden self-funded items

What’s NOT Included

Yungang Grottoes scenic transport — ¥15/person
Lunch — self-arranged (explore Datong’s local cuisine freely)
Travel accident insurance — the tour includes basic agency liability insurance; upgrading to premium personal accident insurance is recommended
Hotel extras — luggage handling, laundry, pay-TV, minibar, etc.
Personal losses — injury or property damage caused by breach of contract, illegal acts, personal negligence, free-time activities, or illness
Any items not explicitly listed under “What’s Included”

Important Tips

Seating: Unassigned — first-come, first-served. Be considerate of elderly and children. Front passenger seat is prohibited.
No late departure or early return: Please be punctual. If you must leave early, notify the guide and arrange your own return transport; you assume all responsibility thereafter.
Cancellation: Cancellation fees apply per the cancellation policy.
Force majeure: 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.
Comply with all applicable laws, social ethics, destination customs, and religious taboos.
Special certificates: Refunds for ticket price differences are processed during the tour (original documents required).
No unauthorized departure: Carry valid ID and provide an accurate contact number.
Shared group: This is a seat-in-coach product; you may share the vehicle with guests from other agencies. Submitting an order constitutes acceptance.
Unofficial shopping: 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.
Climate: Shanxi is on the Loess Plateau with significant day-night temperature gaps — dress in layers.
Footwear: Comfortable walking shoes recommended. Motion-sickness medication suggested for those prone.

Booking Inquiry

Account Manager

Email:am@datongtravels.com

Sales Manager

Email:sm@datongtravels.com

Complaints Manager

Email:cm@datongtravels.com

Datong Museum & Yungang Grottoes 1-Day Tour