Several mountains became the most sacred centers of Chinese Buddhism and continue to attract pilgrims from around the world. These include Emeishan, Putuoshan, Wutaishan, and Jiuhuashan. Each is associated with a revered Buddhist bodhisattva and is home to centuries-old temples, monasteries, and breathtaking natural scenery.
Although Buddhism originated in , many of its most remarkable living traditions, historic temples, and sacred pilgrimage sites have been preserved and developed in China. Today, China offers visitors an exceptional opportunity to explore the history, philosophy, art, and spiritual heritage of Buddhism.
China Exploration's Buddhist Pilgrimage Tour is designed for travelers seeking a deeper understanding of Buddhist culture rather than ordinary sightseeing. In addition to visiting China's renowned sacred mountains and historic monasteries, we carefully include peaceful temples hidden away from the busy tourist routes, allowing you to experience authentic monastic life, quiet meditation, and the enduring spirit of Buddhist practice in a tranquil setting.
Whether you are a devoted Buddhist, a student of religion, or simply interested in Chinese culture and spirituality, this journey offers a meaningful opportunity to follow the path of Buddhism through some of China's most sacred and inspiring destinations.
Schedule:
D1 Beijing
Arrive Beijing: Transfer to hotel. Arrange come city tour accordingly.
D2 Beijing city tour
City Tours, you can visit Tianmen square, Forbidden City, the Temple of Heaven, etc.
D3 Beijing temple tour
Drive to ancient Tanzhe temple in the suburb of Beijing, visit the temple and night in local temple.
D4 The great wall
Drive back Beijing city, drop a visit at The Great Wall.
D5 Shaolin Temple
Fly to Zhengzhou in the morning, and then drive to Shaolin Temple in the afternoon. Visit the temple in the afternoon.
D6 Kungfu Lesson
Hike to Bodhidharma’s Cave / receive Buddhist teaching from a monk and Kung Fu Lesson ,overnight in the temple.
D7 Luoyang tours
Drive to Luoyang in the morning, visit the Longmen Grottoes and the White Horse Temple in the afternoon. Take express train to Xi’an.
D8 Xi'an tours
In the morning head for the Terra Cotta Museum. In the afternoon drive to Wutaishan in South of Xi’an city. Overnight in the temple.
D9 Buddhist teaching
Receive Buddhist Teaching from a local monk. And visit the temples in the mountain. Overnight in the temple.
D10 Xi'an city tours
Drive to Xi’an in the morning, and then visit the Big Goose Pagoda and Qinglong Temple. Over night in hotel.
D11 Chengdu tous
Fly to Chengdu in the morning, and then visit the Panda Garden and Wenshu Temple.
D12 Chengdu suburb tours
Drive to Xindu and visit Baoguang Temple in the morning, and then continue to Guanghan to visit Longju temple in the afternoon. Over night in local hotel.
D13 pengxi / Anyue
Drive to Pengxi to visit Baofan Temple and then continue to Anyue. Overnight in local hotel.
D14 Rock carvings' tour
Visit the Anyue Rock Cave, and then continue to Dazu, visit Dazu Rock carvings. Night in local hotel.
D15 Leshan giant buddha
Drive to Leshan via Zigong. Visit the Giant Buddha Statue in the afternoon.
D16 Mt. Emeishan
Drive to Mt Emeishan, visit the huge Dafo Chanyuan Institute, receive Buddhist teaching, in the afternoon take local bus to Wannian temple, join in with chanting mantras in the evening and next early morning once tourists are gone.
D17 Qianfoya
Join the chanting mantras in the early morning, and then descend the mountain, take coach to Jiajiang visit the Qianfoya (Thousand Buddha Cliff). In the late afternoon drive back Chengdu. Night in hotel.
D18 Departure
Transfer to airport.
