Bifengxia
Bifengxia
Bifengxia
Shangli Old Town
2 Days Giant Panda Reserve and Tea Plants Tours in West Chengdu
West of Sichuan is rich of cultural tour attractions, the Panda Breeding Research Base in Bifengxia could be the best place to visit giant pandas. And the Shangli old town close to Bifengxia was the important trading place for tea and horses, and it is leaved as a beautiful old town suitable for painting and leisure tours.
And the Mt. Mengdingshan is the origin of tea in China, Mr. Wulizhen, the ancestor of China tea was reported to start tea planting here firstly. Today it is still a beautiful mountain covered all with tea plants, a good place for learning and making tea.
China Exploration will bring you to make friends with these lovely pandas firstly, and then a leisure tour in the Old town of Shangli, and then pick-up tea and make tea yourself!
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$209.00
Duration: 2 days
Tour Code: CE-CD-2D07
Departure Date: Every day
Tour Attractions:Bifengxia Panda Garden / Bifengxia Gorge Hiking / Shangli Old Town / Mengdinshan Tea Tour
Feature：Natural Landscape
Tour Type: /Land tour + Private English speaking guide + Private driver + Meals
Tour Code: CE-CD-2D07
Departure Date: Every day
Tour Attractions:Bifengxia Panda Garden / Bifengxia Gorge Hiking / Shangli Old Town / Mengdinshan Tea Tour
Feature：Natural Landscape
Tour Type: /Land tour + Private English speaking guide + Private driver + Meals
Day 1: Chengdu – Bifengxia Panda Base – Bifengxia Gorge Hiking – Shangli Ancient Town
(Lunch, Dinner)
Your guide will meet you at your hotel in Chengdu and drive approximately 2 hours by expressway to Bifengxia, one of the most famous panda conservation centers in China.
Located in Ya’an, Sichuan Province, Bifengxia Panda Base is home to around 50–60 giant pandas living in a spacious natural environment. Unlike a traditional zoo, the panda garden provides a more comfortable habitat where visitors can observe these adorable animals eating bamboo, climbing trees, and playing with each other. Keep your eyes open — a panda may even be resting on a tree branch above you!
With a special donation to support panda conservation, visitors may have the rare opportunity to take a close photo with a giant panda, creating an unforgettable memory of their China journey.
After visiting the panda center, continue to explore Bifengxia Gorge, a beautiful natural area known for its green forests, spectacular waterfalls, dramatic cliffs, and charming bridges. Enjoy a relaxing hiking experience surrounded by fresh mountain air and stunning scenery.
In the late afternoon, travel to Shangli Ancient Town, a historic town once serving as an important stop along the ancient Tea Horse Road, the famous trade route connecting Sichuan with Tibetan regions.
Walking through the peaceful old streets, you will discover traditional wooden houses, ancient stone bridges, old courtyards, and local tea houses. Take your time to enjoy a cup of local tea, admire the traditional architecture, and experience the slow pace of rural Sichuan life.
Stay overnight and relax in this beautiful ancient town.
Day 2: Shangli Ancient Town – Mengding Mountain Tea Experience – Chengdu
(Breakfast, Lunch)
Wake up to the peaceful atmosphere of the countryside before driving about 30 minutes to Mengding Mountain (Mengdingshan), one of the most important tea culture destinations in China.
Mengding Mountain is regarded as one of the birthplaces of Chinese tea cultivation, with historical records showing that tea planting began here more than 2,000 years ago. Today, the mountain remains famous for its high-quality green tea and traditional tea-making culture.
During the tea experience, you will meet local tea farmers and learn about traditional tea cultivation, including tea picking and the daily life of tea growers. You will also have the chance to participate in traditional tea roasting by hand and discover how fresh tea leaves are transformed into fragrant tea.
Enjoy a local lunch featuring delicious tea-inspired dishes and experience authentic Sichuan countryside flavors.
In the afternoon, continue hiking through the beautiful tea plantations of Mengding Mountain. Along the way, you can discover ancient tea trees that have survived for hundreds or even thousands of years and enjoy panoramic views of the tea-covered mountains.
After the mountain visit, explore the local tea market, where you can learn more about Sichuan tea culture and purchase fresh local green tea as a special souvenir.
Drive back to Chengdu in the late afternoon. End of service.
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Group Size |
Tour Class |
Price Per |
Single Room |
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1 Person |
Duluxe Class | $710 | $0 |
| Tourist Class | $680 | $0 | |
|
2-3 Person |
Duluxe Class | $420 | $28 |
| Tourist Class | $390 | $14 | |
|
4-5 Person |
Duluxe Class | $330 | $28 |
| Tourist Class | $300 | $14 | |
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6-9 Person |
Duluxe Class | $270 | $28 |
| Tourist Class | $240 | $14 |
Our prices included:
1. Entrance ticket. The entrance ticket of Bifengxia Panda Garden, Mengdingshan tea picking, Mengdingshan Scenic Spot.
2. Guide. An English speaking guide will be provided, who will accompany you from the start of tour to end of tour.
3. Private Transfers during tour. Our guide and driver will pick-up you at your hotel on time and drop-off you after the tours. And an air-conditioned vehicle will be provided during the tour.
4. Meals. Meals as schedule listed will be provided at local restaurant. During the meal, a glass of soft drink will be provided.
5. Service Charge & Government Taxes.
6. One nights’ accommodation. For tourist class it will be guesthouse in Shangli, for superior class it will be 4 star hotel in Ya’an city.
7. Insurance. We provide a free insurance of accident and casualty for each traveler. The highest refund is RMB 300000.00. Detailed terms please view our contract with Ping An of China.
2. Guide. An English speaking guide will be provided, who will accompany you from the start of tour to end of tour.
3. Private Transfers during tour. Our guide and driver will pick-up you at your hotel on time and drop-off you after the tours. And an air-conditioned vehicle will be provided during the tour.
4. Meals. Meals as schedule listed will be provided at local restaurant. During the meal, a glass of soft drink will be provided.
5. Service Charge & Government Taxes.
6. One nights’ accommodation. For tourist class it will be guesthouse in Shangli, for superior class it will be 4 star hotel in Ya’an city.
7. Insurance. We provide a free insurance of accident and casualty for each traveler. The highest refund is RMB 300000.00. Detailed terms please view our contract with Ping An of China.
Our prices not included :
1. The cable car in Mt. Mengdingshan.
2. Tips to the guide and driver
2. Tips to the guide and driver
If you require, we can book hotels in Chengdu, and make private airport and city tour necessary.
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