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7 Days in Luoyang

A week that adds the Shaolin day trip and Laojun Mountain to the grottoes, temples, and old city of Luoyang.

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Best time: April-May or September-OctoberBudget: mid-range

Quick Answer

Is 7 days enough for Luoyang?

7 days is the sweet spot for Luoyang: enough time for the must-sees plus one day trip or food/rest day.

Source: NihaoVisit Luoyang guide

7-day Luoyang itinerary at a glance

Use our full Luoyang travel guide as the base and adapt it to 7 days. Keep the city's three signature attractions as the backbone; fill the rest with neighborhood walks, food markets, and an easy day trip.

Longmen GrottoesShaolin Temple day tripLaojun MountainWhite Horse TempleOld city & night markets
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Day 1

Old City Arrival

Settle in, then the old city — Lijing Gate, flagstone lanes, and the night market after dark.

Luoyang Old Street, Luoyang, China
  1. luoyang lijing gate
  2. Luoyang Old Street
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Day 2

Longmen Grottoes

A full day along the Yi River cliffs; arrive early or stay for the evening illumination.

Longmen Grottoes, Luoyang, China
  1. Longmen Grottoes
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Day 3

Museums & the Sui-Tang Axis

Tang treasures at the museum, then the rebuilt city axis and the Yingtian Gate night show.

Luoyang Museum, Luoyang, China
  1. Luoyang Museum
  2. luoyang yingtian gate
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Day 4

White Horse Temple & Guanlin

China's oldest Buddhist temple in the morning; cypress avenues and Guan Yu's tomb grounds later.

Scenes from Luoyang, China
  1. luoyang white horse temple
  2. luoyang guanlin
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Day 5

Shaolin Temple Day Trip

Bus or car west to Dengfeng for the martial-arts shows, the main courts, and the Pagoda Forest.

Shaolin Temple, Luoyang, China
  1. Shaolin Temple
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Day 6

Laojun Mountain

Cable car and cliff boardwalks toward the golden Taoist halls; a long day, start at dawn.

Scenes from Luoyang, China
  1. luoyang laojun mountain
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Day 7

Soup, Peonies & Departure

Morning soup breakfast and a last old-city stroll; peony gardens if visiting in April.

Scenes from Luoyang, China
  1. Luoyang Old Street

Budget for 7 days in Luoyang

TierPer day7 days total
BackpackerUSD $50–$80USD $350–$560
Mid-rangeUSD $100–$200USD $700–$1,400
LuxuryUSD $300+USD $2,100+

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Frequently asked questions

What is the daily budget for Luoyang?
Budget travelers: USD $50–$80/day. Mid-range: $100–$200/day. Luxury: $300+/day. These cover hotel, three meals, transit, and one paid attraction per day.
Do I need a visa to visit Luoyang?
It depends on your passport — see our <a href="/china-visa-2026/">China visa guide</a> for the latest country-by-country list. Most Western passport holders can enter visa-free for 30 days as of 2026.
How do I get from the airport to the center of Luoyang?
Luoyang's main airport connects to the city center via airport bus, taxi, or metro where available. See the airport transfer section of our Luoyang guide.
Can I use 7 days for both Luoyang and a side trip?
Yes — with 7 days you can pair Luoyang with one nearby city (e.g. a short rail or bus side trip) and still have buffer days.
Is Luoyang safe for tourists?
Yes. Luoyang has very low violent crime rates and is widely considered safe for foreign tourists. Standard petty-theft precautions apply. See our <a href="/is-china-safe-2026/">is China safe</a> page.

See also: Luoyang travel guide, China visa 2026, China trip cost.