Top Southwest China Day Trips - page 3

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.

Discover the rich Tibetan culture at Ganbao Tibetan Village through an immersive day of traditional experiences. Stroll around and explore the village in the morning, learn about its unique architecture and historical significance. Enjoy a delicious Tibetan lunch, featuring local flavors and original ecological ingredients. Participate in the art of butter tea-making guided by a local Tibetan, a fundamental aspect of Tibetan daily life. For those interested, optional activities include creating Thangka paintings, Tibetan embroidery, and traditional paper-cutting, each showcasing the region's artistic heritage. Dress in authentic Tibetan attire for a photo session, capturing the essence of the Tibetan culture. In the evening, savor a hearty yak meat hotpot while joining the locals in a lively Guozhuang dance, exchanging the customary greeting of a Hada. The day concludes with a warm bonfire celebration, where you can fully embrace the Tibetan spirit of community and hospitality.

Visit highlights of Chengdu including the Chendgu Panda Base, City central sightseeing and Round Chengdu airport transfers with this private layover day tour from Chengdu airport(CTU) You will be picked up from and dropped off from Chengdu airport.

Visit the UNESCO-listed Leshan Giant Buddha and learn about China’s rich tea making history during this full-day tour. After admiring the massive Buddha statue, visit a local village to learn about the art and history of tea making. Walk through the fields, learn how to harvest, and about the different tea regions. End the tour with a tasting of various regional teas and sit down to a delicious local lunch.

The 1,300-year-old Leshan Giant Buddha—the largest stone Buddha in the world—is one of China’s most visited UNESCO World Heritage sites. Navigating the crowds and logistics on your own can be challenging, but this private tour from Chengdu simplifies the experience by combining insight with a guide-led route. Gain deeper insight into the Buddha's history and significance before sampling authentic local cuisine at a nearby restaurant for a well-rounded, cultural day out.

Embark on a private full-day tour from Chengdu to explore two UNESCO wonders in Sichuan. Hike Mount Qingcheng, birthplace of China's Taoist religion, and discover its history and 'Kung Fu Panda 3' connections. Visit Dujiangyan, the world's oldest non-dam irrigation system. Enjoy private transport, and hotel pickup and drop-off in Chengdu.

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.

This is the most comfortable and in-depth way to explore Dazu. Travel in a luxury vehicle and enjoy a full-day guided experience at the UNESCO-listed Dazu Rock Carvings — plus an exclusive visit to the rarely included Dazu Museum. Enjoy lunch at a beautiful resort-style restaurant, then let your local English-speaking guide (with international background) bring the carvings to life through vivid stories and cultural insight. Unlike typical tours, we make sure you see the full picture of Dazu — both its breathtaking art and its rich spiritual history.

Immerse deeply into Chinese culture with your local guide on this door-to-door day trip to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Mt. Qingcheng and Dujiangyan Irrigation System. Spend the morning discovering Taoist wonders on Mt. Qingcheng: ride the cable car, cruise Moon City Lake, visit Shangqinggong Palace and the Cave of the Heavenly Master, and have lunch in a temple. In the afternoon, tour the 2,000-year-old Dujiangyan flood control system.

On this 8-hour private tour, visit the Giant Panda Research and Breeding Center in Chengdu to see the lovely creatures. After that, explore 3,000-year old cultural relics in Sanxingdui Museum. This tour includes a private guide, private transportation and hotel pickup and drop-off.

See Chengdu's giant pandas and explore the Leshan Giant Buddha on a private day tour with an English-speaking guide. Start at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, then travel to Leshan by high-speed train for a walking visit to the Buddha scenic area. Your tour includes lunch, admission to both attractions, round-trip high-speed train tickets and private local transfers in Leshan. Your train seat class is determined by the booking option you select. Highlights: - A private English-speaking guide for your group - Giant pandas and the Leshan Giant Buddha in one day - High-speed rail between Chengdu and Leshan, with local vehicle transfers in Leshan - A walking visit at Leshan, rather than a river cruise - Lunch included; dinner is not included - Complimentary pickup from hotels within Chengdu's 3rd Ring Road

Chengdu is a well-known city in southern China for the giant pandas. Dujiangyan Panda Base is another panda base and less popular one situated about 60km from Chengdu. Dujiangyan Irrigation System is a UNESCO cultural heritage that still works nowadays to irrigate the huge area in Sichuan Province. This private day tour will let you start from your centrally located Chengdu hotel to Dujiangyan city by a nice charted car, where you will view the cute giant pandas feeding in the morning. Then you will explore the fantastic Dujiangyan Irrigation System with your local guide to learn its history and working theory. Moreover, Chinese lunch is included. Pickup time is 8:00am from your centrally located Chengdu 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.

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.

Perfect for nature lovers, get up close with pandas and other special Chinese animals on this tour, before experiencing the beauty of Qingcheng Mountain. Start your day at Chengdu Giant Panda Research and Breeding Center, seeing giant pandas, as well as red pandas, black-necked cranes, golden monkeys, and gorgeous wild birds. Then explore the famous Taoist mountain, Qingcheng, with your private guide.

Spend the day visiting two of the Chengdu area’s top locations on this full-day private tour. First, head to the Giant Panda breeding center for a closer look at these gentle giants. See them playing, take photos, and learn more about the conservation efforts from China. Then, head to the UNESCO-listed Leshan Giant Buddha to admire the tranquility of the area and enjoy a delicious lunch at a local restaurant.

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.

Explore Chongqing's multi-dimensional marvels and vibrant culture in a day Journey seamlessly to the heart of a UNESCO World Natural Heritage site. Your comfort-first design—including a scenic drive with a photo stop at the dramatic Wujiang Gallery and a direct elevator descent into the colossal sinkhole—ensures you expend your energy on awe, not effort. Enjoy a gentle walk through the majestic Three Natural Bridges, nature's own cathedral of stone. Walk in the footsteps of cinematic giants. Explore the otherworldly landscape that captivated filmmakers for blockbusters like Transformers. Stand beneath the immense natural stone arches and discover the ancient postal station nestled within the gorge—a scene where history and staggering geology collide. Celebrate your day of discovery with a legendary culinary finale. Dine at the Guinness World Record-holding "World's Largest Hot Pot" restaurant.

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.

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.

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.

Visit two UNESCO-listed Chengdu highlights full-day private trip from Chengdu. take a cable car up forested Mount Qingcheng, the birthplace of China’s Taoist religion. View the Shangqing Palace, temples, and lake, and learn how Qingcheng starred in the movie 'Kung Fu ' Plus, visit the Dujiangyan project, the world’s oldest non-dam irrigation • Learn the history and core principles of Taoism. • Explore the influence of Taoist thought on Chinese martial arts and health practices. • Visit a traditional Taoist temple to observe rituals and architecture. 2. Kungfu Practice • Tai Chi and Qi Gong Lessons: Guided practice with Taoist martial arts masters focusing on fluid movements and energy cultivation. • Traditional Kungfu Techniques: Hands-on training in self-defense forms inspired by Taoist philosophy, emphasizing softness overcoming hardness. • Meditation and Breathing Exercises: Experience mindfulness techniques for cultivating inner peace and mental clarity.

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

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.