This journey brings you into the cultural hearth of China along its Central Plains, tracing the legendary dynastic tales of Henan before continuing into the picturesque eastern coast of Shandong.<\/p>\n
Starting from Zhengzhou, you will visit Anyang to uncover the oracle bone legacy of Chinese writing, immerse in the legacies of the Song Dynasty in Kaifeng, uncover the magnificent Buddhist grottoes of Gongyi, before concluding at Luoyang, known for its iconic Shaolin kungfu.<\/p>\n
As the hometown of Confucius, Qufu is home to the important Confucius Temple and Confucius Mansion. Your journey continues into the sacred Mount Tai, the ancient Qingzhou which contributed into the development of Shandong culture, before concluding at the atmospheric coastal city of Qingdao.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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Your journey continues into the sacred Mount Tai, the ancient Qingzhou which contributed into the development of Shandong culture, before concluding at the atmospheric coastal city of Qingdao.<\/p>\n","itinerary_highlight_title":"Itinerary Highlights","itinerary_highlights":" Car Transfer: Airport to Hotel<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Upon arrival, your guide will meet you and transferred to your hotel.<\/span><\/p>\r\n As the capital of Henan Province in central China, Zhengzhou is dubbed the \u201cCrossroads of China\u201d and it is home to over 3,000 years of history. Today, it is an important economic centre and a major transportation hub.<\/p>","day_hotel":"21670"},{"itinerary_day_image":["8152"],"day_date":"2026-06-16","day_title":"Zhengzhou \/ Anyang ","itinerary_content":" Car Transfer: Zhengzhou to Anyang with Sightseeing <\/strong><\/p>\r\n Drive to Anyang (190km \/ 2.5hrs).<\/p>\r\nAnyang: Origin of Chinese Characters & Archaeology<\/strong>\r\n Visit the relic of Yinxu<\/strong> Museum (<\/strong>\u6bb7\u589f\u535a\u7269\u9986<\/strong>)<\/strong>, Yinxu is the site of the late Shang Dynasty capital city and is known as the birthplace of ancient Chinese archaeology.<\/p>\r\n After Leaving Yinxu Museum, proceed to Museum of Ancient Chinese Characters<\/strong> (<\/strong>\u4e2d\u56fd\u6587\u5b57\u535a\u7269\u9986<\/strong>)<\/strong>. This museum is China's only national-level museum dedicated to the theme of writing, comprehensively showcasing the origin, evolution, and development of Chinese characters.<\/p>\r\nYuanlin<\/strong> (<\/strong>\u8881\u4e16\u51ef\u5893<\/strong>)<\/strong>\r\n Yuan Shikai served as the first President of the Republic of China and later became highly controversial for his attempt to restore the monarchy. You will visit his mausoleum, which interestingly blends the style of traditional Chinese mausoleums with Western architectural styles.<\/p>","day_hotel":"11705","meals_included_list":["breakfast"]},{"itinerary_day_image":["8153"],"day_date":"2026-06-17","day_title":"Anyang \/ Gongyi \/ Luoyang ","itinerary_content":" Car Transfer: Anyang to Luoyang via Gongyi<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Drive to Gongyi (250km \/ 3hrs). After sightseeing in Gongyi, you will continue the drive to Luoyang (70km \/ 1hr).<\/p>\r\n History of Gongyi<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Uncover the stories of the Manor of Millionaire Kang (\u5eb7\u767e\u4e07\u5e84\u56ed), the estate of the wealthy merchant Kang Yingkui's family from the Qing Dynasty and one of the best-preserved Qing-era residential architectural complexes in the Central Plains region. The manor combines the architectural features of northern courtyard houses and southern gardens, showcasing the diversity and artistry of Qing Dynasty residential architecture.<\/p>\r\n Proceed to the Gongyi Grottoes (\u5de9\u4e49\u77f3\u7a9f\u5bfa), one of the significant Buddhist grotto art sites in northern China. With over 1,500 years of history, it was first built during the Northern Wei Dynasty.<\/p>","day_hotel":"11705","meals_included_list":["breakfast"]},{"itinerary_day_image":["8170"],"day_title":"Luoyang","itinerary_content":" Masterpieces of Luoyang<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Today you will visit the Longmen Grottoes (\u9f99\u95e8\u77f3\u7a9f), the grottoes and niches of Longmen contain the largest and most impressive collection of Chinese art of the late Northern Wei and Tang Dynasties (316-907). These works, entirely devoted to the Buddhist religion, represent the high point of Chinese stone carving.<\/p>\r\n Visit Guanlin & Luoyang Museum. The museum boasts a rich collection of cultural relics, covering various precious artifacts from the prehistoric era to the Ming and Qing dynasties, with those from the Xia, Shang, and Zhou dynasties, as well as the Han and Tang periods, being particularly renowned.<\/p>\r\nSpecial Events - Luoyang Peony Festival (\u6d1b\u9633\u7261\u4e39\u82b1\u4f1a)<\/strong>\r\n Peonies are in full bloom around mid-April to mid-May, generally reaching their peak during the annual festival (typically April 10th-25th). During the peony fair, various folk performances are showcased in the gardens, set against the colorful backdrop of red, white, yellow and purple flowers.<\/p>\r\nOptions Activities<\/strong>\r\n Stories of Luoyang<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Visit the White Horse Temple (\u767d\u9a6c\u5bfa), reputed as the first Buddhist temple in China and considered to be the place where Chinese Buddhism originated. Proceed to Erlitou Site & Relic Museum (\u4e8c\u91cc\u5934\u590f\u90fd\u9057\u5740\u535a\u7269\u9986), regarded by historians to be the capital of the Xia Dynasty. You will also visit Yingtian, which served as the southern gate of the imperial palace during the Sui and Tang Dynasties, and likely to be the largest city gate in ancient China.<\/p>\r\n Car Transfer: Luoyang to Dengfeng<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Drive to Dengfeng (80km \/ 1hrs15mins).<\/p>\r\n Songyang Academy<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Visit the Songyang Academy (\u5d69\u9633\u4e66\u9662), renowned as one of the four great academies in China.<\/p>\r\n First built during the Northern Wei Dynasty with over 1,500 years of history, Songyang Academy has nurtured some of the most important scholars, officials and intellectuals which shaped the development of the Song Dynasty.<\/p>\r\n Optional Activity<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Enjoy the Shaolin Chanzong Musical Ceremony performance\uff08\u7985\u5b97\u5c11\u6797\u00b7\u97f3\u4e50\u5927\u5178\uff09(own expense).<\/p>","day_hotel":"21672","meals_included_list":["breakfast"]},{"itinerary_day_image":["8158"],"day_title":"Dengfeng \/ Qufu","itinerary_content":" Shaolin Temple & Chinese Kungfu<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Today, you will visit the famous Shaolin Temple (<\/strong>\u5c11\u6797\u5bfa<\/strong>)<\/strong> to watch a traditional Shaolin Kung Fu show led by Shaolin monks. If you are interested, you may also have the opportunity to learn some basic kung fu.<\/p>\r\n Car Transfer: Dengfeng to Qufu<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Drive to Qufu (430km \/ 4.5hrs). Upon arrival, transfer to hotel and have a good rest.<\/p>","day_hotel":"11720","meals_included_list":["breakfast"]},{"itinerary_day_image":["8159"],"day_title":"Qufu","itinerary_content":" Into the Birthplace of Confucius<\/strong><\/p>\r\nToday, we will visit the Temple and Cemetery of Confucius and the Kong Family Mansion (<\/strong>\u5b54\u5e9c\u3001\u5b54<\/strong>\u5e99\u3001\u5b54\u6797<\/strong>),<\/strong> Built to commemorate Confucius in 478 B.C., the temple now comprises more than 100 buildings. The cemetery contains Confucius\u2019 tomb and the remains of more than 100,000 of his descendants. The small house of the Kong family evolved into a gigantic aristocratic residence, of which 152 buildings remain. The Qufu complex of monuments has retained its outstanding historical character thanks to the devotion of successive Chinese emperors for over 2,000 years.\r\n\r\nOptional Activity 1: Taste Confucius\u2019 Cuisine <\/strong>\r\n\r\nExperience the rich culinary heritage of Confucian Mansion Cuisine, guided by an inheritor who will share its thousand-year history and evolution. Enjoy a customised dinner showcasing this refined tradition. (Own expense)\r\n\r\nOptional Activity 2: Tour with a Descendant<\/strong>\r\n\r\nExplore the Temple and Cemetery of Confucius, along with the Kong Family Mansion, led by a descendant of Confucius.","day_hotel":"11720","meals_included_list":["breakfast"]},{"itinerary_day_image":["8160"],"day_title":"Qufu \/ Tai'an","itinerary_content":" Car Transfer: Qufu to Tai An<\/strong><\/p>\r\nDrive to Tai an (80km \/ 1.5 hours).\r\n\r\nIf you would like to experience sunrise on Mount Tai, we can alternatively arrange a stay at the top of Mount Tai, or under the mountain. Please note that the due to its rugged location, rooms at Mount Tai are generally smaller and facilities can be limited.\r\n\r\nSacred Mount Tai<\/strong>\r\n\r\nMount Tai (\u6cf0\u5c71) is one of China\u2019s most famous sacred mountains, with exceptional historical, cultural, aesthetic and scientific value. You will take a shuttle bus to the Zhongtian Gate, followed by a cable car to the Nantian Gate and a hike up to Jade Emperor Peak (\u7389\u7687\u9876).\r\n\r\nOptional Activity<\/strong>\r\n\r\nThis evening, you can catch the Mount Tai Fengshan Ceremony\uff08\u4e2d\u534e\u6cf0\u5c71\u00b7\u5c01\u7985\u5927\u5178), a grand-scale live performance (own expense).\r\n\r\nPerformance time: May \u2013 October 20:00 - 21:20 (19:30 \u2013 20:50 in October)<\/em>","day_hotel":"11718","meals_included_list":["breakfast"]},{"itinerary_day_image":["8161"],"day_title":"Tai'an \/ Qingzhou","itinerary_content":" Tai An\u2019s Intangible Cultural Heritage<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Visit Dai Temple (<\/strong>\u5cb1\u5e99<\/strong>)<\/strong>, where emperors of the past dynasties held the Feudal Ceremony and worshipped the god of Taishan. This temple is also home to a precious collection of ancient stone tablets from the Han dynasty.<\/p>\r\n Car Transfer: Tai An to Qingzhou<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Drive to Qingzhou (180km \/ 2.5 hours).<\/span><\/p>\r\n Ancient Qingzhou<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Qingzhou boasts a history of over 5,000 years, making it one of the important birthplaces of Shandong culture. Visit the Qingzhou Museum (<\/strong>\u9752\u5dde\u535a\u7269\u9986<\/strong>)<\/strong>, which houses a vast collection of precious cultural relics, most notably the exquisite stone-carved Buddhist statues from Longxing Temple, which date back to the Northern Dynasties period and hold great artistic significance.<\/p>\r\n You will also explore Qingzhou Ancient City (<\/strong>\u9752\u5dde\u53e4\u57ce<\/strong>),<\/strong> which features numerous historical sites and cultural attractions. The city retains the architectural style and street layout from the Ming and Qing dynasties, offering a glimpse into its rich historical heritage.<\/p>","day_hotel":"11722","meals_included_list":["breakfast"]},{"itinerary_day_image":["8162"],"day_title":"Qingzhou \/ Qingdao","itinerary_content":" Car Transfer: Qingzhou to Qingdao<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Drive to Qingdao (2330km \/ 3 hours).<\/p>\r\n Qingdao\u2019s City Charms<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Enjoy a city walk in Qingdao, visiting St. Michael\u2019s Church (\u5723\u7c73\u6b47\u5c14\u6559\u5802), the guqin<\/em>-shaped Little Qingdao (\u5c0f\u9752\u5c9b), the famous landmark of Qinyu Piaodeng, as well as the trestle bridge (\u6808\u6865), a former military dock built at the beginning of modern construction in Qingdao.<\/p>\r\n Visit Tsingtao Beer Museum (\u9752\u5c9b\u5564\u9152\u535a\u7269\u9986) to taste the iconic beer, learn its history and old beer production tools.<\/p>","meals_included_list":["breakfast"]},{"itinerary_day_image":["8163"],"day_title":"Qingdao","itinerary_content":" Wonders of the Mountains and the Sea<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Head to Mount Lao (\u5d02\u5c71), a majestic Taoist mountain dubbed as \u201cNo. 1 Mountain on the Sea\u201d. Visit Taiqing Palace (\u592a\u6e05\u5bab), which is the oldest and largest Taoist temple in Mount Lao.<\/p>\r\n Enjoy a stroll around Badaguan (\u516b\u5927\u5173), an atmospheric residential district built by the Germans between 1898 \u2013 1914, and subsequently enhanced during the Japanese era.<\/p>","meals_included_list":["breakfast"]},{"itinerary_day_image":["8164"],"day_title":"Departure from Qingdao","itinerary_content":" Car Transfer: Hotel to Airport<\/strong><\/p>\r\n Enjoy the morning at your own leisure before transferring to the airport for your onward journey.<\/p>","meals_included_list":["breakfast"]}],"promo_pay_terms":"20% deposit to secure your seat","book_now_url":"https:\/\/www.intriqjourney.cn\/en\/contact-us\/","inquire_now_url":"https:\/\/www.intriqjourney.cn\/en\/contact-us\/","includes_title":"Includes","excludes_title":"Excludes","includes_content":"\n
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