Top Chengdu Tours by Duration

Spend a morning with some of China’s most famous residents at the Dujiangyan Giant Panda Center or the Chengdu Panda Breeding Center in Chengdu. Led by a professional panda keeper, meander through the facilities and observe the pandas while you learn about their breeding and life stages. Also, you'll have the opportunity to visit the Red Panda area to learn more about this quiet yet territorial mammal.

Explore Chengdu when temperatures have cooled and the lights have brightened on this evening food tour by tuk-tuk. Explore pedestrian alleyways, hidden parks, and small temples as you visit favorite local eateries. Experience Chengdu's cuisine and culture by eating at the same places that local people do, without worrying about deciphering menus in Chinese.

Getting to Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding doesn’t need to involve complicated local bus routes and language barriers. Make life easy for yourself with this private trip exclusively for your personal group. Begin with hotel pickup, followed by a hassle-free entry with admission included, as well as a guided tour to help you get the most out of the visit.

Getting around China on public transport can be challenging, particularly if you don’t speak or read Chinese. Make it easy on yourself by booking a private driver direct from your door for this transport-only tour. Start at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. Then, rather than piece together metro, bullet train, and buses, relax on the 2-hour drive to the Leshan Giant Buddha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Coordinating Chengdu’s major sights independently can mean long travel times between attractions and crowded public transport. This full-day private tour streamlines the experience by combining the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Wenshu Temple, People’s Park, and the historic Old Town into a single, efficient route. With private transportation and time built in for cultural stops, it's perfect for travelers looking to pack plenty into one day.

Leshan Giant Buddha’s location outside of Chengdu can make it tricky to get to by public transport. Avoid the hassle of working out local transport schedules, and get there in a quick and efficient way—on an organized day tour. Conveniently, hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and the transfers are private too.

Enjoy two of Chengdu’s most iconic experiences in a single, well-paced day—without the stress of planning. Led by a Chengdu local who speaks fluent English, this private tour offers flexible scheduling, comfortable hotel transfers, and deep cultural insights. Visit the Panda Breeding Base in the morning before the crowds arrive, then explore the awe-inspiring Leshan Giant Buddha in the afternoon. Perfect for travelers looking to make the most of their time in Chengdu.

Spend time outdoors and discover the highlights of Chengdu on this action-packed private bamboo bicycle tour. A bicycle tour will help you save time and cover more ground than a walking tour, and you won’t have to worry about getting lost as a guide will lead the way. Pedal past the Tibetan Quarter, Wuhou Memorial Temple, Tianfu Square, People’s Park, Wenshu Monastery, and much more.

If you're eager to uncover the captivating essence of Chengdu after dark, our private evening tour is a must - experience adventure. Hop into a plush, air - conditioned vehicle, picked up right from your hotel, and embark on a journey led by an expert guide. Witness the city's modern side come alive as Taikooli Shopping Zone sparkles with illuminated storefronts, a perfect blend of contemporary style and Sichuan heritage. Tianfu Square, the city’s beating heart, stuns with its dazzling lights and dancing fountains. Then, step into the time-honored charm of Kuanzhai Alley, where traditional courtyards and red lanterns tell tales of old Chengdu, while trendy shops and cafes add a modern twist. End your night at the vibrant Jiuyanqiao Bridge, where neon - lit bars along the riverbank set the stage for an unforgettable nightlife experience. You can customize this tour to fit your exact interests. Don't miss out on this exclusive chance to see Chengdu's nightscape in all its glory!

Head off the usual tourist trail to venture into remote parts of Sichuan province, including two UNESCO World Heritage–listed national parks, on this 3-day private tour from Chengdu. Rather than tackling complex logistics and language barriers yourself, a dedicated guide is on hand to lead the way, with self-guided time factored in so you have the opportunity to explore at your leisure, too. As you travel, visit highlights such as Songpan County, Tibetan villages, and Huanglong Temple, all while gaining a local's perspective into the culture-rich area.

Check off Chengdu’s two star attractions in one day—a feat that’s not practical on public transport—on this convenient private door-to-door tour. Spend the morning at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, then drive to the 233-foot (71-meter) Leshan Giant Buddha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, for a boat trip. Along the way, your guide will enlighten you on topics from Buddhism to panda biology.

If you want to learn all about China’s most famous animal, the panda, then this tour with a private guide and driver is for you. In a half day, you’ll get to experience the life of Chinese pandas, which would be difficult to do on your own. Your entry fee is included, for ease. You can even choose further options to get even closer to the pandas if you like.

Visit Chengdu’s Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding to see China’s iconic giant pandas at work and play. With convenient transportation from your hotel, you maximize your time touring the facility with a guide. Witness the pandas eating and playing in a habitat that closely resembles nature, and experience the respect the center has for these protected animals.

Enjoy an alternative sightseeing experience on a half-day bike tour of Chengdu, led by a knowledgeable local guide. Immerse yourself in the traditional culture of the city as you visit the favorite haunts of locals to see how they pursue daily leisure activities. Visit legendary landmarks like the Wenshu Temple and the Qingyang Palace and cycle between impressive monuments at a leisurely pace tailored to your ability. Gain fascinating insight into the rich heritage of Chengdu as you absorb its unique ambience on this energizing and enriching excursion.

Visit two popular Chengdu attractions, the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding and the Leshan Giant Buddha, without the hassle of planning public transport or learning how to drive on local roads. On this small-group tour, watch giant pandas as they feed and play and marvel at the Giant Buddha, carved into the red limestone cliff centuries ago, without the noise and distractions of a large tour group.

Our English guides are experienced and knowledgeable. They are still sticking with inbound tourism after the 3 years hard time. A lot of English guides gave up tourism during the past 3 years and changed their jobs. However, we still kept the most experienced guide and they are really know what to do with their jobs. We provides 4 options for clients with different demands. If you want to see the more active pandas with less crowds, you can choose the option 1 to visit Dujiangyan panda base and irrigation park as a day tour. However, if you have already seen the pandas before and you like hiking in the nature, please choose the option 2 to visit the UNESCO's natural and cultural heritage-Mt. Qingcheng and Dujiangyan irrigation system. Furthermore, if you only need a private transfer to those attractions, please select the option 3 and 4

Exploring the scenic Sichuan province beyond Chengdu can prove difficult without a car of your own. Instead, let a guide handle the logistics as you embark on a full-day, private tour to two of the area's UNESCO World Heritage sites—the city of Dujiangyan and Mount Qingcheng, the birthplace of China’s Taoist religion. Snap photos of ancient architecture, explore temples, and see the inspiration behind the village in the "Kung Fu Panda" movies.

Enjoy an authentic Chengdu experience with this Mahjong and spice market excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, get off-the-beaten-path with an informative local guide. Explore the local food culture at a spice market and visit an authentic tea house. Then, put your competitive skills to the test after learning to play the traditional, gin rummy-like game of Mahjong.

Escape the city and make the most of your time in Chengdu during this full-day excursion to Mount Emei which belongs to the UNESCO both Cultural and nature site. Travel with your experienced tour guide, and private air-conditioned vehicle, use the convenient cable car to the Gold Summit, enjoy the panoramic view of Mount Emei, as well as the snow mountains in distance. Marvel at the 48 meters Golden Buddha Statue, stroll around the area with your tour guide, get to know the history about the Buddhism in China, its belief and soul. This private tour including entrance fee, round trip cable car ride, lunch and door-to-door transfer.

Combine a trip to the Chengdu Giant Panda Base with a visit to the Leshan Giant Buddha on this full-day private tour from Chengdu, which saves you the hassle of arranging your own tickets and transportation. With a private guide, overcome the language barrier and learn more about pandas and Buddhism than you would from the guidebook alone.

Day Trip: Choose half-day pandas or the full adventure, with no shopping stops or hidden fees. Authentic, convenient, and unforgettable—book now to turn Sichuan’s best into your memories! This one-day tour combines Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Giant Buddha. We gather and depart at 8:00 a.m. for the Panda Base, where we spend about 3 hours exploring. After that, we head to Leshan Giant Buddha, with a 2.5-hour visit there. Finally, we return to Chengdu. The entire day’s journey takes approximately 11 hours. ---------- overview ---------- Option 1: Panda Park (Half-Day) Duration: 4.5-hour Departure time: 08:00 （daily） Return to city time: 12:30 Option 2: Panda Park + Leshan Buddha (Full-Day) Duration: 11-hour Departure time: 08:00（daily） Return to city time: 19:00 Gather at Chengdu IFS’s iconic panda sculpture, just steps from Taikoo Li—super easy to find. Wander bamboo groves to watch fluffy giants munch and play, then marvel at the 1,300-year-old UNESCO Leshan Giant Buddha.

Escape the hustle and bustle of Chengdu to experience the natural splendor of the Sichuan region on this immersive, full-day excursion. First, journey to Mt. Qingcheng (Qingcheng Shan) to visit temples and hike through bamboo forests, then continue to the historic Dujiangyan Irrigation System to learn how the structure led to significant agricultural development in the region. There's no need to navigate unfamiliar roads with round-trip transport included, and a local guide is on hand throughout to provide context you'd otherwise miss out on.

Enjoy a full-day guided tour from Chengdu that combines giant panda bears with the Leshan Buddha and Wuyou Temple. Get great photo ops of China’s furry ambassadors at the Giant Panda Breeding Research Base while watching the adorable pandas. Then savor a lunch that features Xiba tofu (bean curd), a regional specialty. Afterward, take a scenic drive to Leshan to see the Grand Buddha, the largest stone Buddha sculpture in the world. You also stop at Wuyou Temple and can choose an optional river cruise (own expense).