Leshan Giant Buddha
Emeishan Mountain
Chengdu Panda
Luocheng Old Town
3 Days Chengdu Emeishan and Leshan Giant Buddha Tour
Chengdu is the home of giant Panda, and the giant panda breeding research base of Chengdu is the best place to visit these lovely creatures. More than 20 pandas are available there; it is a great fun to enjoy them in the half open yard.
Jinsha Ruin Site is the first important archaeological discovery in China in the 21st century, and the museum is built in theme park style especially for the protection, research and exhibition of the unearth relic discovered in the Jinsha Site. The Jinsha Site Museum is formed with some parts as following: relic museum, exhibition hall and relic protection centre, while other distraction is covered with grassland, creating a beautiful environment.
Emeishan Mountain is one of the four sacred Buddhism Mountains in China. Many ancient temples are scattered in the deep mountain, also the nature here is beautiful, dense forest, naughty monkeys, clean rivers, more that our expectation!
Leshan Giant Buddha is the largest Buddha statue in the world and it has long been enlisted as the world Culture Relics Heritage by UNESCO. About 120 kilometers' express way from Chengdu, almost 2 hours driving, you can reach this mysterious place. People can enjoy the giant from its front by cruise, and people can also walk down from his head to his foot. His foot provides the space for 20 people standing! And the latest discovery shows us another magic wonder: the whole mountain is just like a Buddha sleeping on the Minjiang River, and the statue of giant Buddha is just sitting in the heart!
Huanglongxi old town is an ancient town with a history of more than 1,700 years, and now a hot tourism destination in the suburb of Chengdu. With rich natural and human landscape, Huanglongxi has deep cultural deposits, showing kinds of beauty as a resting-on-water town.
In our tour, you will have chance to see the scenic spots both in Chengdu city and the nearby places.
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$342.00
Duration: 3 days
Tour Code: CE-CD-3D01
Departure Date: Every day
Tour Attractions: Panda Garden, Kuanxiangzi, Bamboo Garden, Luocheng Old Town , Leshan Giant Buddha, Emeishan
Feature：Historic Sites
Tour Type: /Land tour + Private English speaking guide + Private driver + hotel in Emeishan
Tour Code: CE-CD-3D01
Departure Date: Every day
Tour Attractions: Panda Garden, Kuanxiangzi, Bamboo Garden, Luocheng Old Town , Leshan Giant Buddha, Emeishan
Feature：Historic Sites
Tour Type: /Land tour + Private English speaking guide + Private driver + hotel in Emeishan
Day 1: Chengdu Panda Base – Factory Memory Park – Sichuan Snacks – Kuanzhai Alley – Wangjianglou Bamboo Park – Hot Pot Experience
Today, Factory Memory Park combines:
After lunch, take the cable car and sightseeing bus back to the mountain foot.
In the late afternoon, drive back to Chengdu.
(Lunch, Dinner)
Your Chengdu cultural tour begins in the morning. Your guide will pick you up from your hotel and take you to the famous Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, located about 10 kilometers north of downtown Chengdu.
The panda base is one of the best places in China to observe giant pandas in a natural-style environment.
During your visit, you can watch these lovely animals eating bamboo, climbing trees, and playing with each other. Their adorable behavior makes them one of the most popular attractions in Chengdu.
Walking through the peaceful bamboo gardens is also a relaxing experience and provides excellent opportunities for photography.
After the panda visit, continue to Factory Memory Park, an interesting cultural attraction transformed from an old industrial factory area.
The eastern suburbs of Chengdu were once home to many large factories. As the city developed, these factories were relocated, and the original industrial sites were redesigned into creative cultural parks.
Today, Factory Memory Park combines:
* Historic factory buildings
* Industrial architecture
* Contemporary art
* Modern lifestyle culture
It offers visitors a unique view of how Chengdu preserves its industrial memories while embracing modern creativity.
Authentic Chengdu Snacks
For lunch, China Exploration will arrange a local food experience featuring traditional Chengdu snacks.
Sichuan snacks represent the everyday life and memories of local people. From delicate flavors to unique preparation methods, these small dishes reflect the long history and warm lifestyle of Chengdu.
After lunch, visit Kuanzhai Alley (Kuan Alley and Zhai Alley), one of Chengdu’s most famous historic neighborhoods.
Built more than 300 years ago during the Qing Dynasty, the area preserves traditional courtyard houses, wooden doors, and old-style streets.
Although today it has become a popular destination with cafés, restaurants, and boutiques, visitors can still discover Chengdu’s traditional atmosphere through its historic architecture.
The narrow streets, old buildings, and charming details also make it a favorite place for photographers.
Visit duration: approximately 1 hour
In the late afternoon, visit Wangjianglou Park, also known as Bamboo Garden.
Originally built more than 1,000 years ago, the park was created in memory of Xue Tao, a famous female poet of the Tang Dynasty.
The highlight of the park is its beautiful bamboo forest, containing more than 100 varieties of bamboo.
Walking among the tall bamboo trees, visitors can enjoy:
* Peaceful natural surroundings
* The sound of bamboo leaves moving in the wind
* Traditional garden landscapes
It is an ideal place to relax after exploring the city.
Chengdu Hot Pot Dinner
No Chengdu experience is complete without tasting authentic Sichuan hot pot.
Famous for its spicy and flavorful broth, Chengdu hot pot is enjoyed by locals throughout the year.
In Chinese culture, sharing food around a round hot pot represents friendship and connection.
Tonight, your guide will take you to a special themed restaurant — Culture Revolution Hot Pot, where everything from the decoration to the staff costumes reflects the atmosphere of the Cultural Revolution period.
While enjoying the delicious hot pot, you can also experience a unique combination of Sichuan cuisine and modern historical culture.
After dinner, return to your hotel for a good rest.
Day 2: Chengdu – Luocheng Ancient Town – Leshan Giant Buddha – Mount Emei
(Lunch, Dinner)
After breakfast, drive approximately 2 hours from Chengdu to Luocheng Ancient Town.
Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Sichuan Plain along the way.
Luocheng Ancient Town
Away from the usual tourist routes, Luocheng remains a quiet and authentic old town.
Unlike many commercialized ancient towns, Luocheng still preserves its traditional countryside lifestyle.
Here you can see local residents relaxing in old tea houses, chatting with friends, and playing traditional Chinese card games.
The peaceful atmosphere offers a glimpse into the everyday life of Sichuan people.
Xiba Tofu Banquet in Leshan
Continue to Leshan, where you will enjoy a special local lunch — Xiba Tofu Banquet.
Xiba tofu is one of the most famous traditional foods in Sichuan. The banquet features various dishes prepared with high-quality local tofu, showcasing the creativity of Sichuan cuisine.
Leshan Giant Buddha
After lunch, visit the world-famous Leshan Giant Buddha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the greatest ancient Buddhist sculptures in China.
The magnificent statue represents the famous saying:
“The Buddha is a mountain, and the mountain is a Buddha.”
You will first visit Lingyun Temple, then walk along the mountain path beside the Buddha.
The statue is carved directly into the cliff and measures:
* 71 meters high
* More than 1,000 years old
The walking route allows you to appreciate the Buddha from different angles, from the head and shoulders down to the feet.
You will also enjoy beautiful views where the Minjiang River, Dadu River, and Qingyi River meet.
Continue walking to Wuyou Temple, where you can admire hundreds of Buddhist statues.
Mount Emei
In the late afternoon, drive about 30 minutes to Mount Emei.
Stay overnight at the foot of this sacred Buddhist mountain.
A traditional Chinese dinner will be arranged at the hotel.
Mount Emei is also famous for its hot springs, and guests may enjoy an optional hot spring experience after the day’s journey.
Day 3: Mount Emei Golden Summit Tour – Chengdu
(Breakfast, Lunch)
After breakfast, begin your pilgrimage journey to Mount Emei, one of China’s Four Sacred Buddhist Mountains.
Take the local sightseeing bus toward Leidongping parking area. Due to the mountain’s vast size, the journey takes more than one hour.
After getting off the bus, walk approximately 30 minutes along the mountain trail to the cable car station.
Along the way, you may encounter playful monkeys living in the forest.
Take the cable car to the summit of Mount Emei.
Golden Summit of Mount Emei
When the weather is clear, the summit offers spectacular views over:
* The Sichuan Basin
* Surrounding mountains
* Distant snow peaks of Mount Gongga
The highlight of the summit is the magnificent Golden Summit Golden Buddha, a huge statue representing Buddhist wisdom and compassion.
After lunch, take the cable car and sightseeing bus back to the mountain foot.
Continue walking to Fuhu Temple (Tiger Subduing Temple), a peaceful Buddhist temple hidden among forests.
Compared with the more famous temples, Fuhu Temple is quieter and provides a more authentic atmosphere.
In the late afternoon, drive back to Chengdu.
The journey takes approximately 2 hours, allowing you to rest after the mountain adventure.
Your 3-day Chengdu and Sichuan heritage tour ends at your hotel with unforgettable memories of pandas, cuisine, Buddhism, and ancient culture.
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Group Size |
1 Person |
2-3 Person |
4-5 Person |
6-9 person |
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Tourist Class |
$820 |
$480 |
$390 |
$320 |
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Superior Class |
$830 |
$490 |
$400 |
$330 |
Our prices included:
1. Entrance ticket. The entrance ticket of Panda Garden and Giant Buddha Statue, which included Linyun temple, Wuyou Temple and the Giant Buddha.
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. Five meals will be provided as schedule listed, either in local flavor restaurants or local hotels.
5. Hotel. We provide one night's hotel in Emeishan, every two people share one room, for group size of one, he will has a private room.
6. Service Charge & Government Taxes.
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. Five meals will be provided as schedule listed, either in local flavor restaurants or local hotels.
5. Hotel. We provide one night's hotel in Emeishan, every two people share one room, for group size of one, he will has a private room.
6. Service Charge & Government Taxes.
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. Taking photo with panda in your arms.
2. The cruise of Leshan. If you want to take cruise to enjoy the Buddha in its front side, you need to pay extra $12.00/p.p to buy the cruise ticket.
3. The Hot Spring of Emeishan. It is about $ 25.00 /p.p.
3. Tips to the guide and driver
4. Your hotel in Chengdu.
2. The cruise of Leshan. If you want to take cruise to enjoy the Buddha in its front side, you need to pay extra $12.00/p.p to buy the cruise ticket.
3. The Hot Spring of Emeishan. It is about $ 25.00 /p.p.
3. Tips to the guide and driver
4. Your hotel in Chengdu.
The join-in package is mainly composed of Chinese tourist, so the hotels, meals, and programs are designed according to their character, also the guide speaks rare English,so the problems of communication and difference of Culture is existed obviously in spite of the cheap price. If it is not bearable for you, so we recommend you to choose our service of Free Bird, thus we only book the accommodation and flights for you, and you can deal the meals, tours and land transportation yourself, and you can get our support on phone. Anyway,Jiuzhaigou is a tour site of nature seeing by yourself, not culture.
If you require, we can book hotels in Chengdu, and make private airport and city tour necessary.
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