Embark on a full-day tour of the Giant Buddha of Leshan in Chengdu. Climb the statue, learn its history, and enjoy a boat ride past this awe-inspiring attraction.
Embark on a full-day tour of the Giant Buddha of Leshan in Chengdu. Climb the statue, learn its history, and enjoy a boat ride past this awe-inspiring attraction.
- Chengdu - After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, the driver and guide will meet the guests in the hotel lobby at 9:00 am to begin the journey to Leshan, which is a 2.5-hour drive covering 150 km.
- Leshan Giant Buddha (Da Fo) - Discover the Giant Buddha of Leshan, a revered site in Chinese Buddhism, on this incredible full-day tour from…
- Chengdu - After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, the driver and guide will meet the guests in the hotel lobby at 9:00 am to begin the journey to Leshan, which is a 2.5-hour drive covering 150 km.
- Leshan Giant Buddha (Da Fo) - Discover the Giant Buddha of Leshan, a revered site in Chinese Buddhism, on this incredible full-day tour from Chengdu. Dating back to the 8th century, the Giant Buddha of Leshan is the largest carved stone Buddha and the tallest pre-modern statue globally. It was sculpted from the cliffs of Lingyun Shan to pacify the turbulent waters of the three rivers flowing beneath it. Stairs carved into the cliff connect the area at the Buddha’s feet with the land above, offering various vantage points to admire this remarkable sight. The views over the elbows and knees are breathtaking, encompassing the river scene and Leshan’s skyline.
Upon reaching Leshan, guests can enjoy lunch at a restaurant with a view of the Giant Buddha. Following lunch, they will explore the Giant Buddha and relish the spectacular views of the surrounding landscape from the Buddha’s head.
Next, a visit to Lingyun Temple and Museum provides a deeper understanding of the history of this remarkable Buddhist site and the story behind the carving of the Giant Buddha.
Finally, guests can take a boat ride to enjoy a stunning view from the river.
- Chengdu - Afterward, guests will be driven back to their hotel in Chengdu city center or to the airport/train station, which also takes 2.5 hours. This marks the end of the services.
- Private car and guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch and tickets included
- Private car and guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Lunch and tickets included
Start your journey from Chengdu and experience a full-day excursion to the Giant Buddha of Leshan. This ancient Buddha statue, carved into a mountainside by the river, is one of the most breathtaking sights in Sichuan Province.
Highlights:
- Visit the Giant Buddha of Leshan, the world’s largest stone Buddha statue
- Ascend the Buddha and take in the…
Start your journey from Chengdu and experience a full-day excursion to the Giant Buddha of Leshan. This ancient Buddha statue, carved into a mountainside by the river, is one of the most breathtaking sights in Sichuan Province.
Highlights:
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Visit the Giant Buddha of Leshan, the world’s largest stone Buddha statue
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Ascend the Buddha and take in the stunning views from the summit
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Discover the intriguing history of the Giant Buddha at Lingyun Temple and Museum
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Sail past the Giant Buddha on a riverboat tour
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Discover the picturesque region of Leshan
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
