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2-Day Private Danxia Mountain and Nanhua Monastery Tour From Guangzhou by Bullet Train

2-Day Private Danxia Mountain and Nanhua Monastery Tour From Guangzhou by Bullet Train

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$561

2-Day Private Danxia Mountain and Nanhua Monastery Tour From Guangzhou by Bullet Train

2 Days Starting and ending in Guangzhou, China

Visiting: Danxia Mountain, Guangzhou

Tour operator:

Silk Road Trips

Tour code:

36714

Group Type:

Private

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Physical rating:

EASY

Age range:

1-95

Special diets catered:

Vegetarians

Interests:

Cultural, Gardens & Nature Tours, History, Religion and Spiritual

Activities:

Rail Excursion, Walking

Private Available:

From: $589 $561 Travel Club discount: -$28

NB: Prices correct on 03-Dec-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Embark on a captivating 2-day private tour from Guangzhou, exploring the wonders of Danxia Mountain and Nanhua Monastery via the high-speed bullet train. Begin your journey with a scenic train ride to Shaoguan, where you'll marvel at the UNESCO-listed Danxia Mountain Geopark, renowned for its striking rock formations and panoramic views from Zhanglao Summit. Experience the cultural richness of Shaoguan with an evening visit to the historic Fengcai Pavilion. Enjoy a restful night at a 5-star hotel before delving into the spiritual ambiance of Nanhua Monastery, home to the revered Mummy Buddha of Huineng Monk. Conclude your adventure with a visit to the Maba Man Ruin Park, before returning to Guangzhou. This tour includes guided visits, select meals, and round-trip bullet train travel, offering a seamless blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage.

Highlights

Experience the natural beauty of Danxia Mountain Geopark, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Visit the Nanhua Monastery, home to the mummified-body-statue of the 8th-century monk, Huineng.
Climb Zhanglao Summit for a breathtaking bird's eye view of the surrounding mountains.
Explore the unique Yangyuan Rock, known for its distinctive shape.
Discover the historical Fengcai Pavilion in Shaoguan, originally built during the Song Dynasty.
Visit Maba Man Ruin Park, where pre-modern hominid remains were discovered.
Travel on China's high-speed bullet train between Guangzhou and Shaoguan.

Itinerary

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Day 1 : Guangzhou To Shaoguan By Bullet Trian, Then Drive To Mt Danixa

Location: Danxia Mountain

Accommodation: Hotel

Accommodation Name: Ramada Hotel or Phoenix Garden Hotel

Meals Included: Lunch, Dinner

At 8:00am, your guide will meet you at your hotel lobby. Then, transfer to Guangzhou Nan Railway Station (Guangzhou South) to catch a bullet train from Guangzhou to Shaoguan (1 hour).

Upon arrival in Shaoguan, you will be transferred to Danxia Mountain which is a Natural Heritage inscribed by UNESCO in 2010. You can climb up the highest peak Zhanglao Summit to have a bird's eye view of the mountains. Moreover you can view the Yangyuan Rock that looks like a male phallus.

Afterwards we will drive to Shaoguan city for overnight. In the evening you will visit Fengcai Pavilion in the city, which was built originally in Song Dynasty (960-1279 AD) and rebuilt many times in the history. The pavilion is the token of the city Shaoguan with well-preserved traditional architectural style, it is nice to visit it in the evening when the lights are on.

Accommodation: 5-star Ramada Hotel or Phoenix Garden Hotel

Day 2 : Shaoguan To Guangzhou By Bullet Train

Location: Guangzhou

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

After hotel breakfast, you will be transferred to Nanhua Monastery which is a well-known Chinese Buddhism site for Huineng Monk Mummy Buddha. Afterwards, you will visit Maba Man Ruin Park, which is the pre-modern hominid whose remains were discovered in 1958 in caves near Nanhua Monastery.

Then, you will have lunch before you are transferred to Shaoguan Railway Station to catch a bullet train back to Guangzhou (1 hour).

Upon arrival in Guangzhou, you will be transferred back to your hotel where the tour concludes.

What's Included

Accommodation

Accommodation as per itinerary is included.
Meals

Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner) are included.
Local Guide

A local guide is included in the tour.
Hotel Pickup and Drop-off

Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
Private Tour

The tour is conducted as a private tour.
Transport by Private Vehicle

Transport by private vehicle is included.
Round Trip Bullet Train Tickets

Round trip bullet train tickets (Second class) are included.
Entrance Fees

Entrance fees to the attractions are included.

What's Not Included

Passport

A passport is required for the tour.
Walking Shoes

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended but not provided.

Know Before You Go

Passport Required

Requirements

Passport

Please Note

Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

Mode of Transport

Travel in style and comfort with round-trip bullet train tickets from Guangzhou to Shaoguan, complemented by private vehicle transfers. This seamless transportation arrangement ensures a smooth and efficient journey, allowing you to focus on the breathtaking sights and experiences of the tour.

Accommodation

Enjoy a luxurious overnight stay at the 5-star Ramada Hotel or Phoenix Garden Hotel in Shaoguan, offering comfort and elegance after a day of exploration. These accommodations provide a perfect retreat with modern amenities and a relaxing atmosphere, ensuring a restful night before continuing your journey.

Check out our Q&As

What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

The tour includes an overnight stay at a 5-star hotel, either the Ramada Hotel or Phoenix Garden Hotel in Shaoguan.
What is the significance of the Nanhua Monastery?

Nanhua Monastery is a well-known Chinese Buddhism site famous for the Mummy Buddha of Huineng Monk, an 8th-century monk.
What unique geological features can be seen at Danxia Mountain?

At Danxia Mountain, you can see natural rock spires and pinnacles, including the Yangyuan Rock, which resembles a male phallus.
What historical site will be visited in Shaoguan city?

In Shaoguan city, you will visit the Fengcai Pavilion, a historical site originally built during the Song Dynasty and known for its traditional architectural style.
What is the Maba Man Ruin Park?

Maba Man Ruin Park is a site where the remains of a pre-modern hominid were discovered in 1958 in caves near Nanhua Monastery.

What transportation is used during the tour?

The tour includes travel by high-speed bullet train and private vehicle.
Tipping in China

If you're happy with the services provided then a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. Tipping is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across China and other Asian countries. We recommend that any tips are given to the intended recipient by a member of your group, rather than collected and passed on by the group leader. The following amounts are based on local considerations and feedback from our past travellers: Restaurants: Tipping is not common practice at restaurants in China or Tibet. Tour guides: Throughout your tour you may at times have local guides or national guide. We suggest CNY20-50 per person per day for guides. Porters: In some hotels a porter may offer to carry your bag to your room. We suggest CNY10 per bag for porters. Drivers: You may have a range of drivers on your trip. Some may be with you for a short journey while others may be with you for several days. We would suggest that you tip only those more involved with the group (for example those that help you with your bags etc). CNY10-30 per person per day is generally appropriate.
Can I travel to China without a visa?

US/UK/Australia/New Zealand/Canada citizens(actually most western country citizens) planning to visit China's mainland must apply for an entry visa through the Chinese Embassy or Consulate General. ... WithUS/UK/Australia/New Zealand/Canadapassport, citizens do not need a visa to enter Hong Kong, but travelers who plan to visit China's mainland while in the region will need a visa to travel from Hong Kong to China. However, some cities including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Xian, Chengdu, Chongqing etc. that allow 24-hour/72-hour direct transit in China, also called the 24-hour/72-hour transit without visa, regulates that visa is not required for air, train, and ship passengers transiting in mainland China for a stay of no more than 24 hours/72 hours before heading for a third country or region formost western country citizens.
Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

All of our tours are planned and operated on a twin-share basis, meaning that the standard cost is based either on individual travellers sharing accommodation with another group member of the same sex, or people who book together sharing accommodation. Silkroadtrips are pleased to offer travellers the option of pre-booking a guaranteed single room. Kindly note our single supplement do not include sharing cabins on the overnight trains or cruises.
Trains

Aboard the overnight sleeper train, berths are usually in 1st class ‘soft sleeper’ lockable compartments for 4 which have 2 sets of bunks with clean bedding provided. WC and washbasins are provided for shared use at the end of each carriage. Hot meals and snacks are sold to your berth on all overnight journeys. In times of large demand we may have to travel in 2nd class ‘hard sleeper’ which consists of sectioned off compartments for 6,leading off an open plan carriage. Bullet trains are getting popular, it is very modern with a high velocity of 300km per hour. There are western toilets, dinning car on the bullet trains, and normally for short distance running 1—8 hours.

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