Private Day Tour to Wutaishan from Datong
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Embark on this full-day private guided tour from Datong to explore Wutaishan which is one of the Four Sacred Mountains in Chinese Buddhism. Admire Wutaishan's most important ceremonial sites, including Pusa Ding, Xiantong Temple, Tayuan Temple, and Nanshan Temple. Along the way you’ll gain in-depth knowledge about the Buddhism in China, get to know the history and stories about the temples, enjoy amazing Buddhist architecture which mixed with Han, Tibetan and Mongolia style. This private tour includes lunch, entrance fee, an English-speaking guide and transport by private vehicle. Tour can start from your Datong hotel's lobby or Datong railway station.8 hours to 12 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Adult : 1
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Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Lunch
Bottled water
Transport by private vehicle
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Datong City Walls(Pass By)
Centre of Datong, Urban Area, , Datong, China, 037000Your local tour guide will hold your name sign waiting for you in the lobby of your Datong hotel or Datong Railway Station. Then hop on your private vehicle and heading directly to Wutaishan which takes about 3.5 hours. Your tour guide will explain the related histories and stories along the way, feel free to ask questions if you have.
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Wutai Shan (Five Terrace Mountain)
Within Wutai County, , Wutai County, China, 035500Wutaishan is one of Four Chinese Sacred Buddhist Mountains, is the dwelling place of Manjusri Bodhisattva. Featuring a peculiar environmental landform of numerous Buddhist temples surrounded by the Five Peaks, representing five kinds of wisdom of Manjusri.
The major sights at Wutaishan are spread out, temples are mixed with Han Buddhist, Tibetan and Mongolian Lamaist traditions, making the mountain one of the best places in China to view Buddhist architecture. 3 hours • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location2
Your first stop is Pusa Ding. Follow your tour guide to climb 108 stairs to the temple and enjoy amazing views of the surrounding area. Tibetan and Mongolian Lamas stayed here during the Ming and Qing dynasties, believing that Wenshu Pusa once lived in the same place.
Explore Wenshu Pavilion which has an interesting feature: water is stored on the roof when it rains and on sunny days it drips down the roof.30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location
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Tayuan Temple
Tayuan Temple, Taihuai Town, , Wutai County, China, 035515Tayuan Temple -The 50m high Tibetan styled White Pagoda, designed by a Nepali in 1301, has become a symbol of Wutai Shan.
Accompanying the graceful temple, you will also see Wenshufa Pagoda( it said Manjusri Bodhisattva's hair is preserved) and the Dacangjing Pavilion( volumes of books were collected)
Then, stroll around the markets and shops here to see vendors selling incense, prayer beads, Buddhist booklets and bronze Buddhas.
If you have extra time, you will also visit Nanshan Tempe where 18 Ming dynasty arhat statues reside.
Your tour also including local lunch, just tell your tour guide when.
After the tour finished, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Datong.30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView LocationMeeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations- Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- We pick you up from your hotel in Datong,please provide your hotel details when make booking. Or Datong Railway Station
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Additional Information
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- Mandarin
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Shanghai time to receive 100% refund.
Operated by Unique Beijing ToursCreated on 06 Feb 2020Created on 28 May 2025
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