Top Southwest China Day Trips - page 2

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).

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!

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.

The Dujiangyan Panda Base runs a panda hospital, lab, and monitoring enclosures in Sichuan Province near Chengdu. On this full-day private volunteer experience, get up close to the cuddle pandas by helping to clean the enclosure and preparing food and panda cakes. A guide accompanies you during your experience and helps take photos and videos of your volunteer experience.

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.

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.

7：00-8:40 Pick up and go to Dujiangyan or Wolong Panda Base 8:40-9:00 Complete registration procedure; put on the work suit and gloves, wear the volunteer pass card. 9:00-10:00 Start to clean the panda enclosure ,as well as cracking bamboos,carry out the leftovers, etc. 10:00-11:30 Walk around other panda enclosures to see the adorable black and white animals, learn more stories about the pandas. 11:30-13:00 Lunch and break 13:00-14:00 Watch a panda documentary to learn more about the scientific facts and the life of panda. 14:00-15:00 Make panda cakes , cut the bamboo leaves and be issued the certificate of panda volunteering exerience. 15:00-17:00 Drive back to downtown Chengdu Pls notice that this is a rough schedule for the day tour, it may be affected by the panda’s conditions.

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.

Explore the nature and culture of Sichuan province on this all-day excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, head to Dujiangyan and learn from an informative local guide about this more than 2,000-year-old irrigation system. Then explore Mt. Qingcheng, the UNESCO-designated heritage site where Taoism was born, and where you can enjoy a hike or cable car ride with breathtaking views.

Discover what it's like to work with pandas at the Dujiangyan Panda Breeding Center. This private keeper experience allows you to see the daily job of a panda keeper as you help to prepare fresh bamboo to feed the pandas, clean out their enclosures, and even possibly hold a baby panda, if available (optional and for an additional fee). Lunch is included.

Treat the kids—or your inner child—to a once-in-a-lifetime experience: volunteering with giant pandas at Dujiangyan Panda Base. Spend the whole day helping out at this renowned conservation facility, preparing food, cleaning the enclosures, and feeding the pandas. For maximum ease, your tour includes door-to-door round-trip private guided transfers and a cafeteria lunch. Please note: a compulsory volunteering donation is payable on arrival.

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

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.

Discover the ancient artistry of the Dazu Rock Carvings on this guided day tour from Chongqing. Explore the Beishan Mountain and the famed Baoding Rock Carvings, each boasting over a thousand years of history. Enjoy insightful commentary from your expert guide as you wander through these UNESCO World Heritage sites, learning about their cultural significance. With convenient pickup from your hotel and a duration of approximately 7 to 8 hours, this private tour ensures a personalized experience for your group. Snacks and bottled water are provided to keep you refreshed throughout your adventure. - Visit the UNESCO-listed Dazu Rock Carvings, a true cultural gem - Professional English-speaking guide for an informative journey - Convenient hotel pickup in Chongqing included - Snacks and bottled water provided to keep you energized during the tour

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."

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.

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.

Hit all the highlights of Chengdu on this private full-day tour with a dedicated guide. Explore the Chengdu panda base, the Buddha tour by boat and more. Chengdu panda base and Leshan giant Buddha admission and hotel pickup and drop-off included.

The whole Tiger Leaping Gorge is divided into three parts: the upper section, middle section, and lower section. Today's Ljiang to Tiger Leaping Gorge half day tour leads you to have a 1.5~2 hours' exploration of the upper part, located at the mouth of the Jinsha River. You will be picked and dropped off at the Lijiang/Shuhe hotel.

Visit the two famous world cultural heritages in Leshan——Leshan Giant Buddha and Mount Emei in one day. Take a boat trip to see the largest stone-carved Maitreya Buddha in the world.Surprised by the carving skills of the ancient Chinese people. Walk in the green forest of Mount Emei, enjoy the beautiful scenery, take beautiful photos, and listen to the guide introduce the buddhism temples and you may see wild monkey closely. Private transportation from Chengdu make your trip most efficient.

Visit highlights of Kunming including Stone Forest park and West hill park with this private day tour from Kunming. You will be picked up from your Kunming hotel and dropped off at the Kunming hotel.

Visit two of China’s most unique attractions during this double-duty day trip from Chengdu. Get insider access to the world-famous Panda Base, a research and conservation center. Upgrade to have a photo taken with a panda for the ultimate souvenir. Top off your visit with a stop at the Dujiangyan Irrigation Project, one of China’s most ancient dam systems. Tours include private hotel pickup and a tasty Chinese lunch.

Bipenggou is a very famous holy leaf viewing place in China. World Natural Heritage, World Biosphere Reserve Network, National AAAA-level Tourist Scenic Spot, National Eco-tourism Demonstration Zone, Sichuan Provincial Eco-tourism Demonstration Zone. There are three main ethnic groups living in Tibet, Qiang and Han.For thousands of years, various ethnic groups have not only preserved and continued their own languages, religious beliefs, cultural customs, and lifestyles, but also formed a unique cohabitation culture.

Many of Chengdu’s popular attractions are on the outskirts of the city or deep in the Sichuan countryside. Instead of taking a chance on public transport or spending hours in a hot, crowded tour bus, enjoy a comfortable private transfer between two of the city’s highlights, the Giant Panda Breeding Research Base and the Leshan Giant Buddha, on this full-day tour with an English speaking guide to provide insights.