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Henan Tourism Routes
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Henan Tourism Routes

Luoyang Longmen · Shaolin Temple · Kaifeng · Yin Ruins

Henan is the heartland of Chinese civilization: Zhengzhou 1 day, Luoyang 2 days, Dengfeng Shaolin 1 day, Kaifeng 1 day, Anyang Yinxu 1 day, 5–7 days.

Provincial Routes and Cities

The underground and aboveground of Henan both record the early history of China: the palaces of Erlitou in Yanshi, the oracle bones of the Anyang Yin Ruins, the Northern Wei and Tang dynasty statues in Longmen, Luoyang, and the Chan and martial arts of Shaolin in Dengfeng. This site arranges Henan into 4 days covering Zhengzhou, Kaifeng, and Luoyang, and 6 days including the Yin Ruins.

How to Plan a Henan Route

We have divided Henan into 5 ready-made itineraries, covering short, medium, and long durations. Routes within the same province can be freely combined: if time is tight, take the shortest one; if you want a deep experience, connect two routes.

Cities and Highlights on This Route

  • Zhengzhou / Luoyang / Kaifeng / Anyang:

Pre-Trip Reminders

  • Popular attractions (Forbidden City, Mogao Caves, Jiuzhaigou, Zhangjiajie, etc.) have real-name admission limits. It is recommended to book 15–30 days in advance.
  • High-speed train tickets go on sale 15 days before departure. During peak season, they sell out on the first day, so set a reminder.
  • High-altitude routes (Tibet, Qinghai, western Sichuan) require a health statement. It is recommended to take Rhodiola 7 days in advance.
  • Seniors over 60 and children under 1.2 meters should be noted when booking; ticket prices and beds are arranged separately.
  • All itineraries can be adjusted according to month, days, and travel companions. For details, see "Itinerary Customization."

Henan Tourism Routes (5)

How to choose

RouteDaysPriceIntensityBest monthsCities
Zheng, Bian, Luo April 4 · Three sections of Central Plains4 days / 3 nights¥390 from / personRelaxedApril–May / September–NovemberZhengzhou / Luoyang / Kaifeng
Henan 6-Day In-Depth · Shaolin and Yinxu6 days / 5 nights¥550 from / personModerateApril–May / September–NovemberZhengzhou / Luoyang / Anyang
10-Day Deep Ancestral Tour of China · Jin South and Heluo Combined Route11 days / 10 nights¥1,510 from / personMediumApril to June, September to NovemberZhengzhou / Yanshi Erlitou / Luoyang / Anyang / Linfen / Yuncheng
China Ancestral Roots 4 Days · Zhengzhou, Luoyang, Anyang4 days / 3 nights¥610 from / personRelaxedApril to June, September to NovemberZhengzhou / Luoyang / Anyang
7-Day Ancestor-Searching Tour in China · Complete Route from Erlitou to Yinxu7 days / 6 nights¥1,070 from / personMediumApril to June, September to NovemberZhengzhou / Yanshi Erlitou / Luoyang / Anyang / Linfen / Yuncheng