Discover Chinese Kung Fu: 7-Day Chinatravel Adventure

D1: Departure City - Quanzhou

Upon arrival in Quanzhou, enjoy a warm welcome and transfer to your hotel. Your journey into the fascinating world of Chinese martial arts culture begins!

D2: Quanzhou (Quanzhou Shaolin Temple - Luoyang Bridge - Kaiyuan Temple - West Street & Bell Tower - Internet-famous West Street)

Quanzhou Shaolin Temple, also known as Zhenguo Eastern Dhyana Shaolin Monastery, is the origin of Southern Shaolin Kung Fu and its rich cultural heritage. Founded during the Tang Dynasty and reaching its peak during the Northern and Southern Song dynasties, this thousand-year-old temple has witnessed periods of both prosperity and decline, yet its historical legacy remains strong.

Luoyang Bridge Known as the “One Bridge Within the Seas”, Luoyang Bridge (originally Wan’an Bridge) is an ancient masterpiece of stone bridge construction. This magnificent bridge, spanning the bay, is a celebrated example of the beam-style bridge and holds a place of equal importance in Chinese bridge history alongside the renowned Zhao Zhou Bridge, giving rise to the saying, “Luoyang Bridge in the south, Zhaozhou Bridge in the north”. Luoyang Bridge proudly stands as one of the Four Great Ancient Bridges of China, along with Beijing’s Lugou Bridge, Hebei’s Zhaozhou Bridge, and Guangdong’s Guangji Bridge.

Quanzhou has long been known as the “Buddha Kingdom”, and among its many temples, Kaiyuan Temple stands out for its grand scale and widespread influence. Its magnificent architecture, stunning scenery, and prominent status alongside the White Horse Temple in Luoyang, the Lingyin Temple in Hangzhou, and the Guangji Temple in Beijing, make it one of the four famous ancient temples in China.

Step back in time as you explore West Street, one of the earliest developed areas in Quanzhou. Since the Song Dynasty, it has been a symbol of the city’s prosperity and remains the most well-preserved historical district in Quanzhou.

D3: Quanzhou (Plane or Train) - Zhengzhou (Henan Museum)

Henan Museum was founded in 1927, the Henan Museum stands as one of China’s earliest established museums. Housing a collection of over 170,000 artifacts, the museum is renowned for its exceptional prehistoric relics, Shang and Zhou dynasty bronzes, ceramics from various dynasties, jade artifacts, and stone carvings. With its vast and diverse collection of high-quality artifacts, the Henan Museum offers a captivating journey through the evolution of Chinese civilization, showcasing the country’s rich historical tapestry.

D4: Zhengzhou-Dengfeng (Shaolin Temple-Pagoda Forest-Martial Arts Performance - Shaolin Zen Music Ritual)

Shaolin Temple is nestled at the foot of Songshan Mountain’s Wuru Peak in Dengfeng, Henan Province, lies the Shaolin Temple, renowned as the “Ancestral Court of Chan Buddhism and Sacred Land of Kung Fu”. Emperor Xiaowen of the Northern Wei dynasty founded the temple in 495 AD to provide a sanctuary for the esteemed Indian monk, Buddhabhadra. The Shaolin Temple holds a prominent place as a world-famous Buddhist monastery, revered as the cradle of Chan Buddhism within Chinese Mahayana Buddhism. Its significance in Chinese Buddhist history is undeniable, earning it the title of “The Number One Temple Under Heaven”.

Explore the serene Pagoda Forest, home to over 200 uniquely-shaped stone pagodas marking the tombs of past Shaolin abbots. This impressive collection is the largest of its kind in China. Within the Guoyun Pavilion, marvel at the world’s largest white marble statue of Ouyang Xiu.

The “Shaolin Zen Music Ritual” holds the title of the world’s largest mountain-based live performance. Developed by Zhengzhou Tianren Culture & Tourism with a total investment of 350 million RMB (115 million RMB for the performance itself), it’s a testament to the grandeur of Chinese performance art. The show has garnered significant recognition, being named a “National Cultural Industry Demonstration Base”, a “Cultural Symbol of a Creative City in China”, and a “2008 China Creative Industry Advanced Unit”. Furthermore, it secured first place in a nationwide online poll for the “Top 5 Most Beautiful Real-Scene Performances in China”. This makes it a leading example of Chinese immersive theater and a shining new icon of cultural tourism in Henan Province.

D5: Dengfeng  - Chenjiagou Village, Wenxian County, Jiaozuo City (Chinese Tai Chi Museum, “Impression Tai Chi” Immersive Show)

Chinese Tai Chi Museum delves into the captivating world of Tai Chi at the Chinese Tai Chi Museum, the nation’s first museum solely dedicated to this ancient martial art, recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. The museum’s unique octagonal design symbolizes the eight trigrams derived from Tai Chi principles, representing its harmonious connection to all directions. Through five meticulously curated floors, embark on a journey through the history, theory, and techniques of Tai Chi. Explore its fascinating origins, evolution, and widespread influence on Chinese culture and beyond.

Experience the captivating fusion of Tai Chi and multimedia at the Chenjiagou Tai Chi Theatre. With renowned director Zhang Yimou as Artistic Consultant, “Impression Tai Chi” unfolds on a 360-degree rotating stage, creating a mesmerizing spectacle that immerses you in the essence of Tai Chi culture.

D6: Yuntai Mountain

Yuntai Mountain is part of the majestic Taihang Mountains, Yuntai Mountain, formerly known as Fufu Mountain and Nuwa Mountain, earned its name from the ethereal clouds that often dance among its towering peaks. It sits at the eastern edge of the Taihang range, bordering the Yellow River to the south. Yuntai Mountain’s highest peak, Zhuyu Peak, reaches an elevation of 1,297.6 meters. Characterized by its distinct peak-forest gorge landforms and a temperate continental monsoon climate, the area experiences four distinct seasons.

D7: Zhengzhou - Departure City

Head to Zhengzhou Xinzheng International Airport, concluding your Chinatravel into the world of Chinese Kung Fu culture.