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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.

Explore the rich history and culture west of Chongqing on a full-day tour that includes visits to two ancient towns and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Start your journey in Changzhou Ancient city, where you can stroll through stone-paved streets lined with traditional wooden houses and local temples. Then, marvel at the impressive Baodingshan section of the Dazu Rock Carvings, renowned for its stunning Buddhist art and historical significance. After that, explore Beishan Rock Carvings, Known for its grand scale, rich themes, and exquisite carving. Finally, unwind in the Ciqikou Ancient Town(if select English guide), famous for its vibrant streets and delicious street food as lanterns light up the evening sky. - Visit Changzhou Ancient Town and experience its rich history - Explore the UNESCO-listed Dazu Rock Carvings with a knowledgeable guide - Enjoy local snacks and the lively atmosphere of Ciqikou Ancient Town - Enjoy a personalized experience in a small group (max 15 travelers).

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!Although there are no tour guides, we provide a textual introduction to the Leshan Giant Buddha, which greatly reduces your expenses. In order to save your costs we do not include tickets, you can buy them after arrival, guests over 65 years of age do not need the full cost or free! There are many local delicacies in Leshan, such as Shaomai, Dandan noodles, Guokui, Bobo chicken, kelp soup, etc. After visiting the Buddha, the driver will lead you to experience the most traditional local snacks!

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).

1. Truly All-Inclusive Skip hidden costs. We handle everything: all entrance tickets, scenic elevators, private premium transport and local lunch. Relax while we manage every detail of your UNESCO adventure. 2. Premium Transport & Local Dining Travel in a premium clean, spacious, air-conditioned vehicle (Sedan/MPV), with our highly experienced, professional driver who knows the mountain roads perfectly. Enjoy a hand-picked local lunch with authentic regional specialties—no tourist-trap group meals. 3. Two Wonders (Smart Timing) We cover both Three Natural Bridges and Longshuixia Gorge. Our "smart timing" helps you avoid crowds and long queues, providing a more peaceful, efficient experience than standard tours. 4. 100% Private & Flexible No tight schedules or forced shopping. Tailor the pace to your needs—more photo stops or a slower rhythm for family. Your expert English guide ensures a high-quality, personalized journey.

This is a classic travel route to Chengdu! This is the hometown of giant pandas, where you can see many, many adorable pandas! Mount Emei is a world cultural and natural heritage site, and one of the four famous Buddhist mountains in China!Leshan Giant Buddha is the main attraction in Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area, which was listed as a World Natural & Cultural Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1996 together with Mount Emei. Located at the joint of Minjiang River, Dadu River and Qingyi River, Leshan Giant Buddha is sitting facing Leshan City across the river and it’s the largest cliff rock carving Maitreya Buddha statue in the world.

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.

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.

See the world’s largest stone Buddha statue! Standing at an astounding 233 feet (71 meters), the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Grand Buddha of Leshan is proof of the significance of this religion in ancient China. Enjoy delicious Chinese lunch at a popular local restaurant before strolling the streets of Huanglongxi Ancient Town, dotted with magnificent temples. Walk slowly through the winding old alleys and enjoy a leisurely afternoon here.

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.

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

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.

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.

Discover Sichuan's Soul: An All-Inclusive Day of Awe and Atmosphere We handle every detail—from private transport and expert guiding to a handpicked local lunch—so you can immerse yourself in the region's rich heritage without a single worry. Your personal journey begins with a morning pick-up from your Chengdu hotel by our professional driver and English-speaking guide. Leshan Giant Buddha, a UNESCO World Heritage marvel carved into the cliffs overlooking a river confluence over 1,200 years ago. Next, we explore the hidden gem of the Orient Buddha Park . Built upon the ancient grounds of lost Tang Dynasty temples. True travel is experienced through local flavors. For lunch, a local favorite consistently praised by our guests. Afternoon: Luocheng: China's real-life 'Noah's Ark' – a living, uncommercialized hilltop town where old Sichuan breathes.Luocheng Ancient Town dates back to 1628, making it nearly 400 years old."

This tour covers both super hotspots in Chongqing, showing the traditional culture and the modern prosperity of this unique huge city. Dazu is the largest and best preserved ancient Buddhism rock carving site in southern China, an absolute must-go in Chongqing, coolest site for cultural learning,photogaphy and country exploring. Hong Ya Done is now absolutely the No.1 hotshot all across China, it won;t make any sense of this city without touring Hong Ya Done. 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.

Maximize your time and pack in several different experiences in Chengdu in just a few hours on this half-day private tour. After hotel pickup, travel to the Giant Panda Breeding Research Base and watch as infants and adults nurse, play, and tumble. Enjoy a delicious vegetarian lunch at a Buddhist nunnery, admire Wenshu Monastery, and stop by a local tea house.

Chengdu is known for its spicy food, but there is so much more to explore. This guided tour will take you through the streets at night, to show you some hidden alleyways where most tourists don’t visit, where you can try some local dishes and learn all about Chengdu food culture. Vegetarians can be catered to, too, and you don’t have to eat the chili- there is plenty more to try.

Make the most of your time and explore some of the best parts of Chongqing on this private day tour for you and up to two more friends. Your guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel and then take you to several places around town. You’ll visit Liziba Park, Chongqing Zoo to see pandas, Kuixinglou, and more.

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.

See all the highlights of Chengdu in one day with this private tour just for you and your party. You’ll have a guide and driver who will organize all the logistics so you can maximize your time and see everything. Admission fees, lunch, and round-trip transportation are all taken care of, so you can just relax and enjoy the day.

Take a in-depth stroll through Dali Ancient City on this half-day tour. Explore the ancient charm of Bai ethnic architecture, climb the Wuhua Tower overlooking the beauty of the ancient city, savor the blend of Chinese and Western cultures on Foreigners' Street, and enjoy the classic Bai ethnic cuisine to please your taste buds. Arrive at the Wuhua Tower. Climb up the stairs, and you can have a panoramic view of the entire ancient city. Step into the Foreigners' Street that is full of exotic flavors. European-style buildings stand along the street, and the aroma of coffee fills the air. Follow the aroma and walk into a restaurant in the ancient city. A plate of roasted milk fan is served. The milk fan turns slightly golden under the charcoal fire. Take a bite, and the milky fragrance spreads instantly. Paired with sweet dipping sauce, the softness and crispness collide, and your taste buds will be immersed in the unique flavor of Dali.

Enrich your knowledge and pleasure your palate on a private full-day tour of a tea plantation from Chengdu. Venture to the verdant splendor of Mt Mengding (Mengdingshan) and greet a local farmer to begin learning about the entire tea-making process. Listen as your knowledgeable guide translates ancient tea-making techniques and absorb the tranquil ambience and enticing aromas of the plantation. Feast upon a traditional Chinese lunch at a rustic restaurant and take home some fresh tea leaves to make your own beautiful brews.

Book your ticket to see the Sichuan Opera when you’re in Chengdu, so you can guarantee a spot, and not have to wait in any lines. This performance showcases this art from, with elaborate costumes and make up adorning the actors. The performance lasts two hours. There is also an option to upgrade to luxury seats, if you’d like.

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.