Huanglong
Jiuzhaigou
Leshan
Emeishan
8 Days Classic Tour of Jiuzhaigou,Leshan and Chengdu
Chengdu is the paradise for tourist, a lot of beautiful nature reserves and historic sites are scattered in the mountain and cities around it. Jiuzhaigou National Parks and Huanglong National Parks are the most beautiful national parks in China, Emeishan and Leshan Giant Buddha are the most famous cultural sites in China, and Giant Panda in Chengdu is the most lovely animals in the world! China Exploration would show you all of these essence in 8 days !
Jiuzhaigou，or Jiuzhai Valley, got its name from Nine Tibetan villages in the valley. It is located in the deep mountain of Mingshan in the edge of east Tibetan plateau. Hundreds of beautiful snow mountain lakes, many of grand waterfalls, dense virgin forest, precious animals and snow peaks surrounding, all built up the beautiful and magic nature reserve.
Huanglong National park is also called "Se'ercuo" in Tibetan language meaning the golden lake, also called Yellow Dragon Park. The shining colored ponds are tributes to the sacred mountain.
Leshan Giant Buddha is the largest Buddha statue in the world, and it is said the Buddha is a hill, and the hill is a Buddha. 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!
And Mountain Emeishan is one of the four sacred Buddhism mountains in China, many ancient temples are scattered in the deep mountain, it must be visited for anyone interested in Buddhism. Besides it, the nature here is also very beautiful, dense forest, naughty monkeys, clean rivers, more than our expectation!
It used to be difficult for tourists due to the poor transportation of Jiuzhaigou, but now things are much easier due to the flights. In this tour, China Exploration will arrange a tour to Jiuzhaigou firstly, and then have a leisure tour in the cultural sites of Leshan, Emeishan and Chengdu. Just come with us!
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$753.00
Duration: 8 days
Tour Code: CE-CD-8D01
Departure Date: Every Day
Tour Attractions:Jiuzhaigou, Huanglong, Leshan, Emeishan, Panda Garden, Bamboo Garden, Kuanxiangzi, Factory Memory Park
Feature：Natural Landscape
Tour Type: /Two way flights + Land tour + Private English speaking guide + Private Driver
Tour Code: CE-CD-8D01
Departure Date: Every Day
Tour Attractions:Jiuzhaigou, Huanglong, Leshan, Emeishan, Panda Garden, Bamboo Garden, Kuanxiangzi, Factory Memory Park
Feature：Natural Landscape
Tour Type: /Two way flights + Land tour + Private English speaking guide + Private Driver
D1 Arrive in Chengdu
(No Meals)
Welcome to Chengdu, the gateway to Sichuan and one of the most important historical and cultural cities in southwest China.
Upon arrival at Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport or Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, your local guide from China Exploration will warmly meet you and transfer you to your hotel for rest.
Known as a city where tradition meets modern life, Chengdu combines ancient culture, relaxed lifestyle, and modern development. With convenient transportation connections, Chengdu has become the major travel hub of western China, offering flights to many domestic destinations as well as international cities including Hong Kong, Singapore, Bangkok, Sydney, Amsterdam, Seoul, Tokyo, Frankfurt, and San Francisco.
Chengdu is also an important gateway for travelers heading to Tibet and western Sichuan, making it the perfect starting point for your Sichuan adventure.
D2 Chengdu / Huanglong National Park / Jiuzhaigou
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Your Sichuan nature adventure begins today. In the morning, take a short flight from Chengdu to Jiuzhaigou Huanglong Airport (approximately 50 minutes). Upon arrival, your local guide will meet you and continue the journey to Huanglong National Park.
Although you will quickly travel from Chengdu’s altitude of about 500 meters to the high-altitude region of Huanglong at over 3,000 meters, most visitors adapt well due to the area’s rich forests and fresh mountain air. It is recommended to walk slowly and allow your body time to adjust.
Huanglong is located about 40 minutes by mountain road from the airport. Depending on your arrival time, lunch will be arranged either near the airport or at the foot of Huanglong Mountain.
After lunch, begin your hiking adventure in this magnificent alpine landscape. The walking route takes approximately 4 hours, including about 2 hours ascending and 2 hours descending. Starting from around 3,070 meters, you will gradually hike toward Huanglong Temple and Wucaichi (Five-Color Pools) at approximately 3,558 meters.
Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views of ancient forests, snow-capped mountains, and colorful calcified pools formed by thousands of years of natural processes. The crystal-clear turquoise waters of Wucaichi are the highlight of Huanglong and one of Sichuan’s most beautiful natural wonders.
If you prefer a less challenging experience, you may take the cable car (optional extra cost) and enjoy the scenery more comfortably.
After descending from Huanglong, drive approximately 2 hours to Zhangzha Town, located near Jiuzhaigou Valley. Along the way, beautiful mountain landscapes and Tibetan villages accompany your journey.
Overnight near Jiuzhaigou.
D3 Jiuzhaigou National Park Excursion
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Today you will explore the world-famous Jiuzhaigou National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known as a fairyland on earth.
After breakfast, your guide will take you to the entrance of the park, where you will board the environmentally friendly sightseeing buses.
The unique Y-shaped Jiuzhaigou Valley consists of three main valleys: Shuzheng Valley, Rize Valley, and Zezawa Valley. Each valley features breathtaking natural scenery, including colorful lakes, magnificent waterfalls, crystal-clear streams, and untouched forests.
The local Tibetan people have given many lakes poetic names, such as Panda Lake, Pearl Lake, and Long Lake, reflecting the beauty and imagination inspired by these landscapes. The lakes shine like pearls and jade among the mountains, creating one of the most spectacular natural scenes in China.
Besides its incredible scenery, Jiuzhaigou is also home to Tibetan villages with unique traditions and lifestyles. Your guide will introduce you to Tibetan culture, local customs, and the relationship between people and nature in this beautiful valley.
Travel through the valleys by sightseeing bus, discovering different lakes, waterfalls, and villages along the way. A simple buffet lunch will be arranged at Nuorilang Restaurant.
In the late afternoon, exit the park and return to your hotel for dinner and rest.
D4 Jiuzhaigou / Chengdu / Panda Base / Kuanzhai Alley
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
After breakfast, say goodbye to the beautiful Jiuzhaigou Valley. Your guide will transfer you back to Jiuzhaigou Huanglong Airport, approximately 2 hours away.
After a short flight back to Chengdu, another China Exploration guide will welcome you and begin your Chengdu city experience.
First, visit 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. You will see these adorable animals eating bamboo, playing, and relaxing in their natural-style environment. Walking through the peaceful bamboo gardens while watching pandas in their daily life is an unforgettable experience.
After the Panda Base, continue to Kuanzhai Alley (Wide and Narrow Alley), a historic neighborhood dating back more than 300 years.
Although modern cafés, restaurants, and bars have become part of the area, the traditional courtyards, wooden gates, and historic streets still preserve the charm of old Chengdu. It is also a wonderful place for photography and experiencing the city’s unique atmosphere.
After the visit, return to your hotel.
D5 Chengdu / Luocheng Ancient Town / Leshan Giant Buddha / Mt. Emei
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Today you will travel to Leshan Giant Buddha, one of Sichuan’s most famous cultural landmarks.
After breakfast, your guide will drive you approximately 2 hours through the beautiful countryside of the Chengdu Plain to Luocheng Ancient Town.
Located away from the usual tourist routes, Luocheng has preserved its original traditional atmosphere. Unlike many commercialized ancient towns, it remains a peaceful place where you can observe authentic rural life. In the old-style teahouses, local residents gather to chat, play traditional Chinese card games, and enjoy a relaxed lifestyle that reflects the charm of Sichuan countryside culture.
After exploring Luocheng Ancient Town, continue driving for about 30 minutes to Leshan.
For lunch, China Exploration will arrange a special local dining experience — the famous Xiba Tofu Banquet. Xiba tofu is one of Leshan’s most representative dishes, known for its delicate texture and unique cooking methods. The entire banquet features different dishes made with this traditional local ingredient, allowing you to discover the authentic flavors of Sichuan cuisine.
In the afternoon, visit the magnificent Leshan Giant Buddha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the largest ancient stone Buddha statues in the world.
Standing at the meeting point of the Minjiang River, Dadu River, and Qingyi River, the Giant Buddha creates the breathtaking scene described as:
“The Buddha is a mountain, and the mountain is a Buddha.”
You will first visit Lingyun Temple, where you will learn the inspiring story of Monk Haitong, who initiated the construction of this enormous statue more than 1,000 years ago.
Continue your exploration with a moderate hike along the pathways beside the Buddha. The walking route allows you to appreciate the incredible details of this giant sculpture, from its head and shoulders to its feet. The hiking section takes approximately 30 minutes and provides excellent viewpoints of Leshan city and the surrounding rivers.
Continue to Wuyou Temple, where you can admire the impressive collection of 500 Arhat statues and enjoy the peaceful Buddhist atmosphere.
In the late afternoon, drive about 30 minutes to Mt. Emei, where you will spend the night at the foot of this sacred Buddhist mountain.
A traditional Chinese dinner will be arranged at the hotel. If you wish to relax after the day’s exploration, an optional hot spring experience at Mt. Emei is highly recommended.
D6 Mt. Emei Golden Summit Tour / Chengdu
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
After breakfast, begin your pilgrimage journey to Mount Emei (Emei Shan), one of the Four Sacred Buddhist Mountains of China and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Take the local sightseeing bus through the magnificent mountain scenery to Leidongping parking area. The journey takes more than one hour as you ascend through forests, valleys, and alpine landscapes.
From Leidongping, walk approximately 30 minutes along the mountain trail to the cable car station. During the walk, you may encounter friendly wild monkeys that live in the mountain forest.
Take the cable car to the Golden Summit, the highest and most spectacular area of Mt. Emei. On clear days, you can enjoy panoramic views over the Sichuan Basin and may even see the distant snow peaks of Mount Gongga.
The highlight of the summit is the magnificent Golden Buddha Statue, whose ten faces represent Buddha’s ability to observe and bless all directions.
After lunch, descend by cable car and sightseeing bus to the foot of the mountain. Continue walking to Fuhu Temple (Tiger Subduing Temple), a beautiful and peaceful Buddhist temple surrounded by forests. Compared with the more famous temples, Fuhu Temple remains quiet and less crowded, allowing visitors to experience a more authentic spiritual atmosphere.
In the late afternoon, drive approximately 2 hours back to Chengdu.
After a relaxing journey, your guide will transfer you to your hotel.
D7 Chengdu Local Culture Tour
(Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Today is a relaxing exploration of authentic Chengdu life.
In the morning, visit a traditional local vegetable market, where Chengdu residents purchase their daily ingredients. Fresh vegetables, fruits, meat, spices, snacks, and local specialties are displayed throughout the lively market.
The crowded streets, friendly conversations, and bargaining between customers and vendors provide a wonderful opportunity to experience the real daily life of local people.
Next, visit the Jinsha Site Museum, one of Chengdu’s most important archaeological museums.
The museum displays thousands of precious relics from the ancient Shu civilization dating back around 3,000 years. You can admire exquisite gold, jade, and bronze artifacts while learning about ancient sacrificial ceremonies, social life, and the development of early Sichuan civilization.
Continue to Kuanzhai Alley (Wide and Narrow Alley), a historic neighborhood built more than 300 years ago.
The traditional courtyards, old wooden doors, and restored Qing Dynasty architecture provide a glimpse into Chengdu’s past. Here, China Exploration will arrange a special Sichuan snack experience for lunch. Chengdu snacks are not only delicious but also carry the memories and stories of old Chengdu.
In the afternoon, visit Wangjianglou Bamboo Park, a beautiful cultural garden built to commemorate the Tang Dynasty poetess Xue Tao.
The park is famous for its elegant bamboo forests, featuring more than 100 varieties of bamboo, as well as traditional pavilions and peaceful landscapes.
Continue to Eastern Suburb Memory, a creative cultural park transformed from old industrial factories. Once an important industrial area of Chengdu, the former factories have been redesigned into a space combining art, music, culture, and history.
In the evening, enjoy Chengdu’s most famous culinary experience — Sichuan Hot Pot.
Known for its spicy flavor and unique dining culture, Chengdu hot pot is loved by locals throughout the year. Sharing food around a round hot pot represents friendship, connection, and togetherness.
Tonight, China Exploration will arrange a special Cultural Revolution-themed Hot Pot Restaurant, where the decoration, atmosphere, and performances recreate memories of that historical period while you enjoy this famous Sichuan dish.
D8 Chengdu Departure
(Breakfast)
Your unforgettable Sichuan journey comes to an end today.
After breakfast, your guide will transfer you to the airport according to your departure schedule.
With wonderful memories of giant pandas, colorful Jiuzhaigou lakes, Huanglong’s alpine scenery, ancient Buddhist mountains, historic towns, and authentic Sichuan cuisine, you will leave Chengdu with unforgettable experiences.
We wish you a pleasant journey home and hope to welcome you again to China.
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Tour Season / |
1 Pax |
2-3 pax |
4-5 Pax |
6-9 Pax |
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Ex Sep&Oct |
$2590.00 |
$1640.00 |
$1330.00 |
$1120.00 |
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Sep&Oct |
$2640.00 |
$1680.00 |
$1390.00 |
$1160.00 |
Our prices included:
1. Round trip flights of Chengdu / Huanglong / Chengdu.
2. Entrance ticket. Our price have included the entrance tickets as schedule listed.
3. The environment protection bus of Jiuzhaigou national park.
4. Guide. An English speaking guide will be provided during the tour of Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong, also the airport transfer and tours in Chengdu and Emeishan.
5. Private car transfers during tour. It will be an air-conditioned vehicle.
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. Entrance ticket. Our price have included the entrance tickets as schedule listed.
3. The environment protection bus of Jiuzhaigou national park.
4. Guide. An English speaking guide will be provided during the tour of Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong, also the airport transfer and tours in Chengdu and Emeishan.
5. Private car transfers during tour. It will be an air-conditioned vehicle.
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. Your hotels. Because the hotel prices varies greatly in Chengdu and Jiuzhaigou, so you can choose the hotel from our list according to your budget.
2. Your meals. You can deal the meals by a simple noodle or order a big meal at hotel, and you can also book meals from us too.
3. The cable car of Huanglong. You are not obliged to take the cable car there. Hiking is the way of most tourist taking.
4. Any of the optional program recommended by the guide, such as Tibetan dancing show, Tibetan banquet.
5. Tips for guides and drivers.
2. Your meals. You can deal the meals by a simple noodle or order a big meal at hotel, and you can also book meals from us too.
3. The cable car of Huanglong. You are not obliged to take the cable car there. Hiking is the way of most tourist taking.
4. Any of the optional program recommended by the guide, such as Tibetan dancing show, Tibetan banquet.
5. Tips for guides and drivers.
1. Above prices is not valid during the public holidays as National Day, Chinese New Year, Dragon boat Festival, and moon cake festival.
2. For the group size of 1 pax, the single supplement is already included.
If you require, we can book hotels in Chengdu, and make private airport and city tour necessary.
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