Top Southwest China Cultural Tours

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.

Experience the best of Yunnan with just one day! Marvel at the breathtaking peaks of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain, enjoy the cultural richness of the Lijiang Impression Show, and take in aerial views from the Spruce Meadow Cable Ride. Visit the serene Blue Moon Valley, explore ancient Baisha Murals and stroll through the historic Shuhe Old Town. Join us for an unforgettable journey through Yunnan’s stunning landscapes, culture and history.

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.

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.

The personal drivers we provide are professional drivers who serve foreign tourists all year round. They will do a good job of safety and service! This is a private travel event only for you and your family and friends. In order to save your costs we do not include tickets, and some older guests do not need tickets, but please bring your passport. The Leshan Giant Buddha (simplified Chinese: 乐山大佛; traditional Chinese: 樂山大佛; pinyin: Lèshān Dàfó) is a 71-metre (233 ft) tall stone statue, built between 713 and 803 (during the Tang dynasty), depicting Maitreya.It is carved out of a cliff face of Cretaceous red bed sandstones that lies at the confluence of the Min River and Dadu River in the southern part of Sichuan province in China, near the city of Leshan. Huanglongxi Ancient Town features its ancient culture of water culture, Buddhism culture, tea culture, ecologic farming culture integrated with colorful folklore culture, screen culture and cooking culture.

This private small group tour takes you beyond Dazu rock carvings, where all the tourists go. In addition, this tour takes you to Beishan, which is more remote, and not many guides are trained to take tourists. Your guide, however, is, and will take you to this quiet spot and tell you about the cultural and historical significance. Private transportation and lunch are also included.

Eager to explore Chongqing’s highlights in one day? Our exclusive private tour is your go-to choice! With an English-speaking local guide and comfortable transfers, you can fully customize the itinerary with your guide—pick your favorite spots or add hidden gems to the plan. Chongqing boasts numerous amazing attractions, including the iconic Liziba Station where the light rail runs through a residential building, Chongqing China Three Gorges Museum, Ciqikou Ancient Town, Kuixinglou, the Yangtze River Cableway, Hongyadong Stilt Houses and more. T his is a fully customizable private tour—you can freely discuss and decide all the destinations you want to visit with your English-speaking local guide. We provide comfortable transfers, cover all entrance tickets and a local lunch for a hassle-free travel experience. Book now for your personalized Chongqing adventure!

Explore the stunning Wulong Karst National Park on this private full-day tour from Chongqing, featuring breathtaking natural landscapes and UNESCO-listed wonders. Visit the famous Tiankeng Three Bridges, descending via a 108-meter cliffside elevator to hike through the magnificent sinkholes and natural bridges. With private transportation, hotel pickup, a driver-guide, and a delicious local lunch included, this tour offers a seamless and unforgettable adventure into nature.

Chongqing the city itself is now becoming a trendy hot spot domestically and globally, there are both modern and traditional spirit simultaneously present to visitors from all over the world, we offer this tour covering all primary trendy spots within a day tour so that travellers are able to experience this amazing huge city in a moderate intensity and meantime without missing anything interesting. We also offer a local style lunch and an afternoon coffee break which give a shot to learn this city in a positive manner. We focus on private tour service, make our clients travel like a local. Besides, you also need a friendly and sophisticated guide and a safe driver to do critical help, a driver-guide who knows both Chinese culture and how to do a safe, joyful and professional guiding job will be your choice.

This majestic Mt. Emei tour is an ideal way to spend a day appreciating China’s outdoor beauty. You’ll save time booking transport by having hotel pickup and drop-off included. Travel in a private vehicle to Mt. Emei with a guide to enrich your experience. Once you’ve got to the scenic mountain area, you’ll visit Wannian Temple, and conveniently entrance tickets are included. Spend your time hiking and exploring stunning outdoor sites with a guide to lead the way, so you won’t get lost.

1. PRO TEAM: DRIVER + GUIDE Most tours have one person who drives and guides. We provide a professional driver AND an expert guide. Your guide focuses 100% on you while the driver handles the complex roads. 2. SAVE ENERGY: DOOR-TO-DOOR Chongqing is hilly. We drop you at the entrance and pick you up where you finish. No long walks to parking lots or backtracking up stairs. 3. 100% CUSTOMIZED We offer full customization. Whether you want a specific site or a slower pace for seniors and children, we tailor the day to your interests. 4. MUST-SEE SIGHTS Visit Liziba (train through building), Kuixinglou (3D streets), and Hongya Cave (stunning river views). 5. TWO FLEXIBLE OPTIONS Option A: Night View. Best viewpoints for the famous glowing skyline. Option B: Day Tour + Cruise. Visit Ciqikou Ancient Town and enjoy a Yangtze River cruise. 6. AUTHENTIC FOOD ADVICE No tourist traps. Your guide gives honest local recommendations based on your taste, from spicy to mild dishes.

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.

This unique tour combines an unforgettable wildlife experience with a journey through ancient Chinese engineering. At the Dujiangyan Panda Base, you’ll have the rare opportunity to get up close to one of China’s most beloved national treasures—whether by observing their daily routines or participating in volunteer activities that support panda conservation. In the afternoon, explore the Dujiangyan Irrigation System, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a marvel of ancient engineering that has been sustainably watering the Chengdu Plain for over 2,000 years. With its brilliant no-dam design, it reflects the ingenuity of ancient Chinese hydraulic engineering and is still in use today. By blending nature, culture, and history, this private tour offers a deeper, more meaningful way to experience Sichuan—beyond what most typical tours provide.

Led by local travel experts, this tour offers you a unique perspective of Chongqing. Explore the Hidden Gems in the city center and get a glimpse into the daily lives of the locals. Visit the craziest part of Chongqing neighborhoods – vertical communities filled with steps, where overpasses connect residential buildings to roads. Conclude the journey on the riverside walkway, enjoying the night view of the Jialing River.

Start the day by exploring Lijiang’s oldest market to shop for your cooking class, with hands-on instruction led by a local Naxi minority family. Each person will prepare and eat three dishes.

Discover Kunming’s two most celebrated charms—its diversity and its karst landscapes—on this combo door-to-door tour that reaches parts public transport cannot reach. Start at the Yunnan Stone Forest Geological Park, capturing timeless shots of peaks, pillars, and pinnacles. After a restaurant lunch, head to Nuohei, a village where the Sani people, a branch of the Yi minority, live among mountains and lakes.

Unleash your inner adventurer with our exclusive Dongchuan Red Land tour! Traverse through the ancient Laolongshu, where a thousand - year - old fir tree stands as a silent sentinel, and be spellbound by the ever - changing hues of Luoxiagou during sunset, a sight that paints the sky in a riot of colors. End your journey at Yueliangtian, where terraced fields mirror the setting sun, creating a lunar - like landscape that's straight out of a dream. What sets our tour apart? Your dedicated private guide, with in - depth local knowledge, will not only lead you to the most spectacular viewpoints but also share fascinating stories and hidden gems along the way. Paired with the comfort of a private vehicle, you can enjoy a flexible itinerary, taking your time at each spot, soaking in the beauty at your own pace, and capturing Instagram - worthy moments without the rush. Don't miss this once - in - a - lifetime chance to experience the magic of Dongchuan Red Land!

During this private 3-hour Kungfu Tea  Experience in Chengdu, you will learn about six types of traditional tea with English speaking guide.You'll learn how to make tea after the tea ceremony course with the tea art specialist in a professional tea school. During this course, you will taste at least 3 kinds of high-quality tea with some special refreshments. The tea art specialist will give you a professional tea ceremony performance at the end of the course.Finally,you will get some tea as a gift(the types of the tea are randomly chosen). All in all, it will be an unforgettable experience in your lifetime.

The personal drivers we provide are professional drivers who serve foreign tourists all year round. They will do a good job of safety and service! We will prepare a detailed text introduction for all the attractions! Communication with the driver We all downloaded translation software! In order to save your costs we do not include tickets, and some older guests do not need tickets, but please bring your passport.

Enjoy door-to-door service in a comfortable private vehicle operated by a courteous friendly driver from your Chongqing city hotel to Dazu Rock Carvings. You will have the maximum freedom to enjoy the attractions at your own pace. Your driver will take you to the main entrance, assistant you for the entrance fee, and waiting for you at the parking lot, after your self-guided tour finished, your driver will transfer you back to your hotel or accommodation in Chongqing City.

Make the most of limited time in Chengdu with a full-day private tour that checks off Dujiangyan Panda Base and Mount Qingcheng (all entrance fees extra) in a day. Avoid the hassle and language barriers of local bus timetables and enjoy a swift hotel pickup and drop-off instead. Ride in a private vehicle between landmarks, with a stop at Dujiangyan Panda Base, followed by a visit to the mountain area of Qingcheng–the birthplace of Taoism.

Discover the incredible 8D megacity of Chongqing on an unforgettable 1-day city walk tour. On this guided walking adventure, prepare to be amazed by Chongqing's remarkable infrastructure and ingenious urban planning. Discover hidden gems, navigate the bustling streets, and gain a deeper understanding of the city's rich history and vibrant culture. • Experience a top-tier local English tour guide service, offering rich life insights and crafting an unforgettable adventure just for you! • Escape from bustling, take a breathtaking panoramic view of Chongqing. • Incredible house-crossing metro train running through a modern flat building. • Discover the hidden mountainside alley with historical charm and the essence of local’s daily life. • Going into the huge local wholesale market to find disappearing "bangbang men". • Get unique view of Yangtze River Cableway from a river bridge. • Hongya Cave at cliff side, one of the must-see attractions, with a special architecture.

This is the ideal trip for time-tight travelers interested in seeing two historic sights in a day. Take the stress out of being stuck on crowded public transport by opting for a private tour instead. Enjoy the convenience of having hotel pickup, drop-off and transfers between sites included. Explore Dujiangyan Irrigation System, and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mount Qingcheng.