Datong and Wataishan
Destination
Asia
Duration
3 days
Extend your stay in China with a visit to Datong and Wutaishan. Datong is well known for its abundant cultural relics like the Yungang Grottos and Hanging Monastery as well as its natural beauty. Visit the National Park of Wataishan, which means Five Plateau Mountain. It is a popular Buddist pilgrimage destination as it is considered sacred.
Itinerary
Day 1 Arrive Datong
Arrive in the Han town of Datong, located in the northern part of Shanxi Province. Overnight at the best available four-star hotel in Datong.
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
Lodging
Centrally located 4-star hotel
Day 2 Yungang Grottoes/Wutaishan
Visit the Yungang Grottos and Hanging Temple of Henshan. Overnight at the best available four-star hotel in Wutaishan.
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Lodging
Centrally located 4-star hotel
Day 3 Mt. Wutaishan / Onward
Today you will visit Mt. Wutaishan, one of the most sacred Buddhist mountains in China. Choose from a variety of activities on and around the mountain, including hiking and visiting the City of Temples. In the afternoon, transfer to Taiyuan for your onward flight.
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch
Lodging
None
What to Expect
Duration 3 days
Activity Level
Match the trip’s intensity to your ability and motivation.
Gentle
Easy walking, with opportunities for low-key physical activity.
Active
Energetic exploration with optional day hikes, leisurely cycling, or light canoeing.
Vigorous
Day-long active excursions and options for demanding activity in varied environments.
Challenging
Strenuous hiking or other intense activity that may be at high altitude or over rough terrain.
Demanding
Multi-day trekking and other activities requiring endurance or strength. Steep trails. No technical expertise necessary.