Day Trips from Beijing to Datong

On this day, you will take bullet train from Beijing to Shanxi Datong. Datong is one of the most ancient city in China with more than 3000 year history. It used be the capital city for the dynasties,so you will find lots of culture heritages in this city. This is one day private tour guide with round trip bullet train from Beijing. The package is also attraction entrance tickets and local lunche inclusive. You will be able to explore the prosperous historical and cultural relics, including Yungang Grottoes and Nine Dragon Screen.

Take bullet train G2529 (07:41–09:45) from Beijing to Datong with your private guide in the early morning. Upon arriving in Datong, first explore Datong Ancient City. Boasting a 2,300-year history, it once served as the Northern Wei Dynasty capital. Admire its well-preserved ancient city wall, classic military architecture, Nine-Dragon Screen and old temples to experience authentic northern Chinese history and folk culture. Have local lunch at a characteristic restaurant, then visit Yungang Grottoes, a UNESCO World Heritage Site carved 1,500 years ago under the Northern Wei Dynasty. The site contains 45 main caves and over 51,000 stone Buddhas. Representing peak early Chinese Buddhist cave art, it merges Chinese, Indian and Central Asian styles and records ancient northern China’s cultural integration. Return to Beijing by train and check in at your hotel.

1) Taking advantage of the newly built Beijing-Datong bullet train, your day trip to Datong becomes possible. It only takes 2 hours each way. It is something perfect to do if you have an extra day in Beijing. 2) Our guide in Datong is one of the best tour guides, fluent in English, and knowledgeable about Shanxi history and culture. Very experienced in time management also to make sure you enjoy the most. 3) Have a taste of Shanxi-style food at lunch, not found in Beijing. 4) Private tour, so you will have a dedicated team to work for you.

Visit highlights of Datong including Yungang Grottoes and Hanging Monastery with private day tour from Beijing by bullet train. You will be picked up and dropped off from your Beijing hotel.

Datong is one of the most ancient city in China with more than 3000 year history. It used be the capital city for the dynasties,so you will find lots of culture heritages in this city. This is a full day tour with private transfer from Beijing. The package is also attraction entrance tickets. You will be able to explore the prosperous historical and cultural relics, including Yungang Grottoes and Nine Dragon Screen.

Begin with a pickup from your hotel in Beijing and head to the train station. Board a bullet train and travel to Datong. Upon arrival, meet your driver at the high-speed rail station and be greeted with a name sign. Meet your English-speaking guide and head to the Yanmen Pass Great Wall. Learn about the history of this 3,000-year-old legendary fortress known as "The First Pass under Heaven," guarding China's heartland through countless battles and epic stories. Next, visit the Yungang Grottoes, a World Cultural Heritage Site. Marvel at the intricate carvings and statues that adorn the caves. Enjoy a Chinese Kung Fu-themed sliced noodle lunch. After your tour, return to the high-speed rail station and take the bullet train back to Beijing. Upon arrival, be transferred back to your original departure hotel.

Join this private day tour from Beijing to experience the architectural wonder - Hanging Temple and Henghan Mountain in Datong. Travel by bullet train to marvel at the UNESCO-listed Hanging Temple which was built in 491 A.D, and hangs on the west cliff of Jinxia Gorge more than 50 meters above the ground. Then take the cable car round trip to explore one of the Five Sacred Mountains in China-Hengshan Mountain. Followed by an experience tour guide, admire the temples, get to the know the related history and religions, and enjoy the beauty of the nature. This private tour including the entrance fee, round trip train tickets, lunch, English speaking tour guide and private vehicle.

Explore two of China’s top cultural gems—UNESCO Yungang Grottoes & the iconic Hanging Temple—on a private day tour from Beijing, with 3 tailored packages. All include round-trip high-speed train tickets, attraction entrance fees, private Datong transfer, and a local authentic lunch. Package A (Basic): We handle all core arrangements; you just reach Beijing station on time, then explore at your own pace. Package B (Upgrade): Add round-trip private transfer from your Beijing hotel to the station for ultimate convenience. Package C (Premium): Get all Package B benefits + a full-day professional English-speaking guide for in-depth cultural insights, perfect for international travelers. All packages offer flexible itineraries and reliable service, catering to budget, convenience, and language support needs.