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Imagine a day where you don’t have to check a single map or worry about the logistics. This isn’t just a sightseeing trip; it’s a fully tailored private journey designed around your rhythm. From the moment our driver greets you at your hotel lobby, we handle everything with meticulous care. You'll explore the breathtaking, otherworldly UNESCO World Natural Heritage landscapes of Chongqing—scenery so stunning it feels like a movie set. But it’s not just about the views. We believe a culture is best tasted, so we’ve curated authentic local lunch and dinner experiences that go beyond the typical "tourist food." With your expert English-speaking guide by your side, you’ll discover the hidden stories behind the cliffs and the kitchens. Your time, your preferences, our expertise.

Dujiangyan Panda base is close to the panda's wild habitat area. here you will see some pandas back from overseas such as Baobao( which had been in Washington D.C until 2017 and Taishan which was born in Smith National Zoo in Washington D.C, US) Mt.Qingcheng is very beautiful for view and good for hiking . the movie Kungfu Panda crew got much inspiration from Mt.Qingcheng.

Visit the less crowded panda center, get close to appreciate this amazing animal in their nature habitat. Upgrade to volunteer as panda keeper are available. Enjoy a healthy lunch before head to Yingxiu, the center of the 2008 earthquake. You can feel the earthquake level by seeing the twisted building and impressed by the big change after 12 years.

Don’t spend your Chenegdu stopover inside the airport, you can simply maximize your time here by booking a private and customizable sightseeing tour. This personalized layover tour is tailored to your needs and you are able to choose the places you want to visit in limited time. The tour proposed is very convenient with the airport, train station or hotel pickup and drop-off.

Leshan Giant Buddha tour 150Km from Chengdu,such long day of 2 hrs drive single way , Get car/driver service , we can help your get all entrance tickets onsite , you don`t need buy it online , our driver can you can communicate with . we pick up from hotel at 7:00am to see pandas at morning catch time when panda take break fast , then transfer to Lhsan , you can visit Giant Buddha by boat or Mountain trek , driver will take you to Great local place to eating local food ,back to chengdu around 4-5 pm also we will take you best view of tea tarrace view impressive Tea farm mountian and tasting tea

Discover Jade Dragon Snow Mountain-Yunnan’s most wild and beautiful mountain scenery on this full-day, private tour from Lijiang. After morning pickup from your hotel, use the convenient shuttle bus and cable car to reach the Jade Dragon Snow Mountain for stunning views of its glacier and peaks. See highlights like the Glacier Park, Ganhaizi, Baishui River and Blue Moon Valley. Tour offer the option to take the cable car to explore Spruce Plateau or Yak Meadow. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, entrance fee, round trip cable car, lunch and door-to-door hotel transfers.

This is the perfect tour to discover the top attractions in and around Chengdu. You’ll save hours researching your trip and planning transport by having a full itinerary organized for you. Visit Chengdu Panda Research Base, Leshan Buddha, Mount Emei, Huazang Temple, Wannian Temple, and more on one tour. Conveniently, entrance tickets, accommodation, and transfers are all included.

Why Choose Our Private VIP Experience? Strategic Panda Viewing: Beat the massive crowds with our expert timing. See pandas at their most active before the midday rush. Premium Travel Options: Whether you choose the 50-min Bullet Train (Standard or VIP Class) or a Private Door-to-Door Car, skip the cramped tour buses. ️ Effortless Buddha Views: Skip the grueling 2-hour hike. Enjoy a serene River Cruise for the best panoramic view of the 71m Giant Buddha. Authentic Local Food: No "tourist traps." Your guide will help you discover real Chengdu & Leshan flavors (non-spicy options included). ⏱️ Efficient & Flexible: A 100% private itinerary that moves at your pace, not the group's.

Get the most out of your time in Chongqing during this two-day private tour. A private tour will enhance your experience, with better access to your guide for questions and a more personalized experience. See the area’s key landmarks between attractions in a comfortable vehicle in first day. Highlights include the People’s Auditorium, Eling Park, Yangtze Cable ride, Crown escalator & Lizaba experience and Hongya Cave. Next day travel to Dazu and explore its thousands of Tang Dynasty-era cliff side statues, a UNESCO world heritage site, then visit Ciqikou, an ancient porcelain-making town, and see its Ming- and Qing-dynasty architecture.

In Kunming one most important place is Stone forest which is the unique of the world, your English speaking guide will pick you up from hotel lobby and drop you at your hotel. As the “Essence of World Karst Landform”, Stone Forest has been listed as the UNESCO World Natural Heritage with the incomparable coverage of 12 square kilometers’ stone pinnacle groups. It is a spectacular set of limestone groups and the representative of south China’s karst landscape. Known since the Ming Dynasty (1368-1644) as the 'First Wonder of the World' Jiuxiang is one of the most beautiful scenic spots near Kunming and is home to striking natural landscapes, magnificent underground scenery, and enchanting ethnic folk customs. It is inhabited mainly by the Yi and Hui nationalities, and is situated in northeastern part of Yiliang County. It' is praised as the "Home of Karst caves". Altogether, there are "only" 100 caves in the area.Regarded by experts as the 'Cave Museum'.

If you haven’t decided where to go, why not go to visit Jiuzhai and Huanglong with us? Just Grabbing your bag and following the private guide’s steps, let’s visit fairy-tale valleys not far from Chengdu! Beyond admiring the breathtaking landscapes, we’ll customize your visit to Jiuzhaigou based on your preferences. For a relaxed experience, you can take the sightseeing bus and hop off at designated stops to explore. If you prefer to avoid crowds, there are also beautiful hiking trails with very few tourists. At Huanglong, options include a cable car ride for effortless sightseeing or a scenic hike to immerse yourself in nature. We’re fully flexible—whether you prefer convenience, adventure, or a mix of both, we’ll adjust to ensure your trip feels uniquely yours.

There are 2 UNESCO world heritage sites in Chongqing, Wulong Karst National Park and Dazu Ancient Rock Carvings, but no tour campany would do them both because they need travellers spend much time in souvenir shops. We now combine the 2 major highlights as a "All-in one World Heritage Package Private Tour", our travellers are now able to learn both of them within just 2 days. Further more, we could make this tour smooth, comfortable and efficient due to the brand new convenient highway system. We focus on private tour service, make our clients travel like a local. For such a long highway road trip you do need a friendly, sophisticated and safe driver guide to be around, a driver-guide who knows both Chinese culture and how to do a safe, joyful and professional guiding job will be your choice.

Two-day tour of Mount Emei and Leshan Giant Buddha, experiencing two major wonders at once. Climb Mount Emei, see the sea of clouds and sunrise, and experience the tranquility of the Buddhist holy land. View the Leshan Giant Buddha and feel the shock of a thousand years. Comfortable accommodation and delicious meals allow you to fully enjoy the journey. Explore together and leave unforgettable memories.

Make a special trip to see Leshan Giant Buddha and one of China’s four sacred Buddhist mountains, Mt. Emei, on this 2-day tour by high-speed train from Chengdu. Visit the Leshan Giant Buddha, Baoguo Temple, and Fuhu Temple, and take a cable car up to the Golden Summit. Sit along the banks of the Min River, and enjoy the beautiful scenery.

Explore Chengdu’s rich, historic culture on a guided excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, immerse yourself in Chengdu customs and enjoy experiences that include learning Taichi from martial arts instructor, calligraphy, Taoism, and Fengshui instruction, a visit to a traditional teahouse, and the chance to play China’s ancient tile game, Majhong.

During this 4 hours unique Chinese Pickles Cooking Workshop, you’ll be taken into an authentic local spice market to explore it with fun challenges to complete and learn different species of Sichuan spices and ingredients that will be used in the following cooking class. The class will be carried out in a traditional Sichuan style courtyard. You’ll be treated with Sichuan local tea as it’s local’s custom to treat friends and visitors. After that, you then will be guided to start the cooking process by a professional chef in a cozy kitchen. Finally, you can enjoy a meal cooked from the pickles along with some beers or beverages. For it’s really informative, interesting and fun, this class will be an unforgettable experience in your lifetime.

Explore two of Shangri-La's top attractions on this tour. Begin with Songzanlin Monastery， the largest Tibetan monastery in Yunnan， known as the ‘Little Potala Palace’ for its striking resemblance to Lhasa’s Potala Palace. This 17th-century gem is home to over 700 monks and features a magnificent golden roof. Next， visit Potatso National Park， China’s first national park， famous for its lush forests， crystal-clear lakes， and wildlife like the black-necked crane and Tibetan antelope. A serene stop at Shudu Lake， surrounded by snow-capped mountains， caps off your adventure. Afterward， we'll transfer you back to Shangri-La.

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.

1. Small join-in group from 2 to 10 people only. 2. Sightseeing tour only, no shopping stops, no hidden cost. 3. Excellent English guide service. 4. High quality day tour at affordable price. Dujiangyan is the oldest and only surviving no-dam irrigation system in the world; and a wonder of water project. The project consists of three major parts, namely Yuzui(fish mouth stream dividing dyke), Feishayan(sand-spilling dam) and Baopingkou(precious bottle neck). They were scientifically designed to automatically control the water. Mt. Qingcheng is a famous Taoist mountain in China. It is also an attractive and intriguing scenic spot covered by luxuriant and verdant trees. The mountain is surrounded by numerous peaks and shaped like a city, is dubbed 'the most peaceful and secluded mountain under heaven' .

A Half-Day Chongqing Walking tours takes you to experience Chongqing's rich tapestry of history and culture. Choose between two iconic experiences: 1) Mountain City Lane: Explore vibrant cliffside alleys where reinvented Bayu culture meets the charm of old Chongqing. Discover boutiques in converted homes and enjoy folk performances in traditional teahouses. 2) Huangge Ancient Road: hidden gems, wander along this serene 800-year-old stone trail, shaded by banyan trees. Let the mossy steps and whispering leaves transport you back to Chongqing's days as a bustling mountain trade hub. * Expert guidance from a professional local guide * Relax in a traditional tea house and enjoy a captivating folkloric show. * Savor the local dessert, Bingfen. * Immerse yourself in the history and lifestyle of Chongqing

Chengdu is famed for its culinary gems, especially the iconic Mapo Tofu. Join our 4-5 hour workshop to explore the art of handmade tofu, from grinding soybeans to crafting it from scratch. Visit a local spice market to discover essential Sichuan ingredients, then learn in a traditional workshop over a cup of Sichuan tea. A professional chef will guide you through making tofu, soy milk, and tofu brain using a stone mill, Learn the process of making handmade tofu, which mainly includes soaking soybeans, grinding them into pulp, filtering, boiling the pulp, adding bittern for coagulation, and pressing into shape. while teaching you to cook Mapo Tofu. End by savoring your creations with beers or refreshing drinks. This hands-on experience offers a deep dive into Sichuan’s rich culinary traditions.

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.

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!

Discover Chengdu comfortably and efficiently on a private 8-hour sightseeing trip. The tour is a great option for travelers short on time, who also want a leisurely experience.  All-inclusive transportation takes you from your hotel top the city’s top four attractions. The short but holistic itinerary includes guided visits at Jinli Ancient Street, Wuhou Memorial Temple, Renmin Park, and Chengdu Panda Base.