Chengdu - Panda Breeding and Research Center – Leshan Giant Buddha

Giant Panda Breeding Research Base (Xiongmao Jidi) - In the morning, guests will be picked up from their hotel and transported to the Panda Breeding and Research Center (approximately 50 minutes away), home to over 100 giant pandas. Arrival is around 9:00 a.m., an ideal time to observe the pandas as they are most active, engaging in activities such as eating, napping, tumbling, and climbing trees. Visitors can also explore panda kindergartens and nursery rooms to see many charming baby pandas.

Leshan Giant Buddha (Da Fo) - Following this, the journey continues to Leshan (approximately 2 hours) to visit the Leshan Giant Buddha, the world’s largest and tallest stone-carved Buddha statue. Constructed over 1,300 years ago to bless passing boats, the Giant Buddha has long attracted travelers eager to witness its grandeur. Upon arrival, visitors can either climb to the mountain top for a closer view of the Giant Buddha or take a cruise for a panoramic perspective.

Mount Emei

Mount Emei (Emeishan) - This day is dedicated to exploring Mount Emei. A tour bus will take visitors to the mountain top. Upon reaching Leidongping, guests can continue on foot to take a cable car, encountering playful monkeys along the way. The cable car ascends to the Golden Summit, where a towering multi-faced golden statue of Samantabhadra Bodhisattva awaits. This is an excellent spot to enjoy a bird’s-eye view of Mount Emei and its surroundings. Visitors can explore the stunning scenery at the mountain top and appreciate the Buddhist culture at the nearby Huangzang Temple. Afterwards, descend to the Monastery of Ten Thousand Years, a revered temple where wishes can be made. A leisurely walk downhill offers the chance to enjoy the natural beauty of the subtropical forest.

Mount Emei - Chengdu

Kuanzhai Alley - In the morning, guests will be driven two and a half hours to Chengdu’s Broad and Narrow Alley. This area is a microcosm of the ancient yet lively city. Strolling through, visitors can admire the quaint architecture and savor delicious local cuisine. It is an ideal place to experience the relaxed lifestyle of Chengdu residents and appreciate the city’s rich history.

Chengdu Renmin Park - Afterwards, a walk to People’s Park is planned. This park epitomizes Chengdu’s relaxed atmosphere, where visitors can enjoy authentic Chinese tea and observe locals playing mahjong and engaging in casual conversations. Additionally, the “matchmaking fair” offers a glimpse into the efforts of parents seeking partners for their single children.

• English speaking local guide
• Private air-conditioned car

• Gratuities
• Personal expense
• Entrance tickets and cable car tickets

The tour highlights four top-rated attractions in Chengdu and Leshan, promising an unforgettable experience. Enjoy a relaxed visit in Chengdu, featuring an exciting encounter with charming giant pandas. Delight in visits to the UNESCO World Heritage Sites - the Giant Buddha and Mount Emei. The Leshan Giant Buddha stands as the largest and tallest stone Buddha statue globally, and it remains the tallest pre-modern statue worldwide. Mount Emei is one of China’s Four Sacred Buddhist Mountains and is traditionally considered the bodhimaṇḍa, or place of enlightenment, of the bodhisattva Samantabhadra.

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