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On this small-group tour limited to just 10 travelers, you'll visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding with insightful commentary from a professional English-speaking guide, and cruise beneath the majestic Leshan Giant Buddha—a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of China's most iconic landmarks. At midday, you'll sit down to an authentic Sichuan lunch that reveals the region's lesser-known flavors beyond the cliché of "spicy food." In the afternoon, let a local insider lead you through the winding streets and alleyways of Leshan to uncover its most treasured culinary secrets. This tour is perfect for travelers who seek a deep immersion into China's natural and cultural heritage, as well as those who love exploring local life. Book now for an unforgettable journey into the heart of Sichuan.

Wolong Panda Base – Where pandas truly belong Unlike crowded city panda enclosures, Wolong sits inside the giant panda’s natural habitat – the misty mountains of western Sichuan. This is where wild pandas still roam. Here, you’ll see pandas living in a much more natural environment, with fresh air, bamboo forests, and plenty of space. Authentic local lunch – your choice You’ll enjoy a genuine Dujiangyan meal at a family‑run farmhouse. Choose between smoked pork ribs (a local specialty) or classic Sichuan dishes. ️ Dujiangyan – 2,200‑year‑old engineering wonder After lunch, explore the world’s oldest still‑functioning irrigation system. Your guide will explain how this “living heritage” still waters the Chengdu Plain today, and the story how Chengdu was developed to the land of abundance. Private, flexible, and stress‑free Your own vehicle, your own English‑speaking guide, and a completely flexible schedule. No rushing, no strangers – just you and the best of trip.

This route reveals some of the most extreme and contrasting geographical features of Yunnan, China—rivers carving deep gorges, glaciers sculpting highland lakes, and volcanoes breathing beside hot springs—a wondrous union of fire and water found only in mainland China's volcanic-geothermal region. Beyond the spectacle of nature lies a different kind of wonder—from Chengdu's playful pandas and the smoky warmth of its teahouses, to the vibrant drama of its opera and the intricate threads of Shu brocade and embroidery. In western Yunnan, you are not just visiting towns; you are traversing centuries of ethnic convergence, tracing the hoof prints of ancient caravans, and witnessing how diverse cultures have not only endured but thrived together on this frontier. It is a journey that speaks softly, yet resonates deeply—an unhurried immersion into China's living heritage, where nature's fury and human resilience have shaped each other for centuries.

Meet your guide at your hotel in the early morning and travel by private vehicle to the Chengdu Panda Breeding Center. You will get to see a variety of pandas, from infant to adulthood with your local guide. After the fun experience in the Panda base, you will take a walk through the back streets to a hidden local restaurant have lunch with special local foods.  In the afternoon, you will learn about six types of traditional tea with English speaking guide. Try to make a cup of tea after the tea ceremony course with the tea art specialist. During this course, you will taste at least 3 kinds of good tea with some special tea snacks. The tea art specialist will give you a tea ceremony performance after the course, and then put you into a real test. In the end, you will get some great tea as a gift(Randomly). You can discover the real Chengdu on a private tour, Learn interesting culture, try local food! Promise to take you to the Places absolutely "OFF-THE-BEATEN".

Spend a day volunteering at the Dujiangyan Panda Base, get personal with giant pandas, and help with their rehabilitation. You’ll get to make panda food, help clean the enclosures, and help feed the pandas. Your tour guide will make sure everything is taken care of for you, so you can enjoy your time with the fluffy pandas. Lunch is also included.

If you’ve always want to see pandas up close, this is the perfect tour for you. You’ll have a hassle-free day with round-trip transportation included. Travel with ease in a comfortable private vehicle to Dujiangyan Panda Base. You won’t have to worry about waiting in line for tickets, as entrance fees are included. Learn how to feed pandas, clean enclosures, and take notes on your exciting panda volunteer experience.

Walk, eat, and discover the real flavors of Chengdu on this guided street food tour designed by a local. We’ll explore narrow alleys and authentic neighborhoods as we try six different snacks, learn the stories behind them, and experience a side of the city few tourists see. You’ll taste everything from deep-fried sticky rice balls (糖油果子) to crispy guokui stuffed with pork, and experience specialties like dandan noodles, sweet water noodles, and handmade egg-baked cakes. Along the way, we’ll visit a local market where you’ll smell and taste fresh Sichuan peppercorn, try baijiu (Chinese liquor), and even sample rabbit head or roasted rabbit if you’re feeling adventurous! We finish with a full dinner at a cozy Chengdu restaurant, sharing classic dishes like Kung Pao Chicken, Mapo Tofu, and Twice-Cooked Pork, paired with local beer and great conversation.