Top Southwest China Day Trips - page 6

Early in the morning our driver and guide will pick you up at your hotel. You will drive about 1.5 hours to Dujiangyan Panda Base. You will be guided through visiting the different enclosures of Dujiangyan Panda Base, where you may not only see adult pandas, but also newly born baby pandas if luck enough. We spend whole morning walking around this area to see different pandas playing in the enclosures or on the trees. After our tour in the Panda Base, we will drive about 30 minutes to Dujiangyan City; Later, enjoy your lunch in a local restaurant and continue to visit the Dujiangyan Irrigation System honored as the 'Treasure of Sichuan'. It is the oldest and only surviving no-dam water conservancy project in the world, and it has been functioning for more than two thousand years. Explore this magnificent irrigation system with your guide to learn the history and its crucial role. Afterwards, drive back to downtown to conclude the full day sightseeing.

Appreciate the World Cultural Heritage announced by UNESCO from Chengdu by bullet train. Dazu rock carvings reveal from all aspects the vital development of the art style of Chinese grottoes and the folks religious believes from the 9th century to the 13th century. Visit Beishan and Baoding Mountain where you can always see pilgrims and preaching monks.

Only one and half hours outside of Chengdu, escape the hustle and bustle of downtown Chengdu and visit the oldest irrigation project in the world, the only one gets preserved and still be used; meanwhile The half-day adventure hike in Mt Qingcheng takes you into the home of Tai Chi where you will witness the Taoist way of life. On the way up, you will visit Jianfu Palace and then reach the Tianshi Cave, the birthplace of Taoism. Upon reaching the summit of Qing Cheng Mountain, you will witness an incredible panoramic view. Itinerary 08：00-09:30 Pick up and go to Dujiangyan City 09:30-11:30 Visit Dujiangyan Irrigation Project 11:30-13:00 Lunch in Dujiangyan City 13:00-14:30 Drive to Mt Qingcheng and have a afternoon tea break in the local tea house 14:30-17:30 Qingcheng Mountain Hike 17:30-19:00 Go back to downtown of Chengdu, the end of trip Pls notice that this is a rough schedule for the day tour, it may be adjusted due to the traffic.

This is the perfect tour for those interested in discovering the beautiful natural wonders outside of Kunming. Language barriers can make it difficult to organize transport in China, but you won’t have to worry as round-trip private transfers are included. Going on a private tour means you won’t have to wait around for other travelers, so you’ll make the most of your time. You’ll be taken to Stone Forest, and Jiuxiang Cave in one day with plenty of free time to explore the sites at your own pace.

Both the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding and the Sanxingdui Museum are fiddly to reach by public transport unless you speak Chinese. Save time and stress with a personal guide and comfortable private vehicle direct from your door to your door. Spend the morning with the pandas then explore the museum in the afternoon. Your guide will be happy to unpick the mysteries of the 3,000-year-old Shu culture.

One of Chengdu’s most loved attractions is Chengdu Research Center of Giant Panda Breeding, and on this tour, you’ll be taken directly there after a convenient hotel pickup. Enjoy free time to see the pandas, before heading to the UNESCO World Heritage Site—Leshan Giant Buddha. The tour gives you the freedom to explore at your own pace, and you can choose to either climb or take a boat ride once you’ve got to Leshan Giant Buddha.

Visit two of China's top attractions on this private full-day tour to the Chengdu Panda Base and the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Grand Buddha in Leshan. Get an early start to see the pandas in action and enjoy photo ops of baby and adult panda bears. Then travel to Leshan for a guided tour of the Grand Buddha, the world’s biggest stone Buddha sculpture. Visit the Buddha’s adjacent temples, and admire the surrounding scenery of rivers and forest. Travel in comfort with a private guide and driver; lunch and Chongqing hotel pickup are included for added convenience.

Experience Chinese history and culture on this all-day guided private tour. After a convenient hotel pickup in Chonqing, travel to Dazu and explore its thousands of Tang Dynasty-era cliff side statues with a knowledgeable local guide. UNESCO has recognized the Dazu Rock Carvings, a collection of more than 50,000 statues and 100,000 Chinese characters, with World Heritage status. Then, Tour the flag stoned lanes of Ciqikou, an ancient porcelain-making town, and see its Ming- and Qing-dynasty architecture. Lunch will be served.

Visit highlights of Chongqing including the Dazu Rock Carvings and Ci Qi Kou Ancient Village with this private day tour fromChongqing. You will be picked up and dropped off from your Chongqing hotel.

This is the ideal tour for travelers with limited time in Chengdu. Spend a day discovering Chengdu highlights with a guide to accompany you, so you don’t get lost. You’ll save time and see multiple attractions in a day, including Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, and Huanglongxi Ancient Town. Conveniently, a delicious Chinese lunch, entrance tickets, and round-trip transport are included.

This tour offers a rare blend of heartwarming wildlife encounters and awe-inspiring cultural heritage, all in one unforgettable day. Begin with an intimate visit to the Panda Breeding and Research Center, where you’ll observe one of the world’s most endangered and adored animals in a natural, protected setting. Watching giant pandas eat, play, or nap up close is a once-in-a-lifetime experience that touches visitors of all ages. Then, step back over 1,300 years in time as you journey to the Leshan Giant Buddha, the world’s largest stone-carved Buddha statue. Whether you choose to hike up the mountain for a close-up view or take a scenic river cruise for a panoramic perspective, the sheer scale and serenity of this UNESCO World Heritage Site will leave you in awe. From the gentle charm of pandas to the grandeur of ancient Chinese craftsmanship, this tour perfectly captures the natural and cultural treasures that make Sichuan truly unique.

If you only have a short time for a visit to Mount Emei, this is the tour for you. You’ll take the high speed train from Chengdu, then your guide will take you to Mount Emei. Here you’ll ride the cable car to the Golden Summit to see the large bronze buddha statue and have panoramic views of snow capped mountains in the distance. After lunch, you’ll visit Baoguo temple and head back to Chengdu.

This is a private tour that let you explore the best part of Wulong Geopark, a UNESCO site, with a local guide. At 8am, you will be picked up from your centrally located downtown Chongqing hotel, then take 3-hour ride to Wulong along the stunning river road. Upon arrival, you will visit the Three Natural Bridges which the best part of the Wulong Karst National Geopark. You will walk along the pavement, and explore the Tiankeng, Longshui Gorge, waterfall, and old buildings etc. with a local guide. A quick lunch is included at a local restaurant. Afterwards, you will be transferred back to your Chongqing hotel where the trip concludes.

Take this full day private tour with a local expert guide to discover the top attractions in Chengdu, see the lovely furry giant pandas of all ages at Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda, explore one of the UNESCO listed World Heritage sites of Leshan Giant Buddha, taste delicious Sichuan cuisine at local restaurant, and enjoy private transportation during the whole trip. Transport by air-conditioned vehicle, English-speaking tour guide, entrance ticket fees and local lunch are all inclusive.

Discover Chengdu's top attractions effortlessly with our private tour. Spend the morning with giant pandas at the Chengdu Research Base and then journey to the UNESCO-listed Leshan Giant Buddha, taking a boat trip for a unique view. Your private guide shares insights on Buddhism and panda biology. Enjoy an express immersion into Chinese culture and relax with door-to-door round-trip private transfers.

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.

A private tour to Jiuzhaigou from Chengdu via high-speed train offers a unique way to explore this stunning national park. With a professional guide by your side, you can customize your itinerary to focus on the attractions that interest you most, allowing you to explore the breathtaking scenery, colorful lakes, and rich biodiversity at your own pace. This tour is perfect for those looking for a personalized travel experience in a private group setting. - Enjoy a personalized experience with a professional tour guide - Customize your itinerary to explore Jiuzhaigou according to your interests - Travel from Chengdu to Jiuzhaigou by high-speed train for efficiency and comfort - Ideal for travelers seeking an exclusive and flexible adventure

Spend full day with a local expert guide to learn and discover the famous Dazu Rock Carvings while in Chongqing. See the graceful statue of Samantabhadra Bodhisattva in Beishan to feel the common Buddhist faith, discover 13 groups of differently shaped stone carving figures in Baoding Hill, listen to your guide’s professional narration of the profound history, and explore the fascinating grotto art of Rock Carvings. Pick up from your Chongqing downtown hotel by local tour guide, aboard a private air-conditioned vehicle to start the trip. Drive around 2 hours to Dazu County and visit the excellent representation of Chinese grotto art. Have lunch in local restaurant, and enjoy relaxing transfer back to your hotel after the trip.

1.Discover the wonders of Jade Dragon Snow Mountain on a comfortable small-group tour.Explore the breathtaking Ice Glacier Park and admire snow-covered peaks up close. Then, stroll through the serene Blue Moon Valley, where crystal-clear waters mirror the towering mountains—an unforgettable blend of nature and tranquility. 2.Three altitude options are available to suit different preferences and physical conditions. 3.To ensure a safe and comfortable experience at high altitude, we offer three types of gear to choose from.

Start from the foot of the mountain. As the altitude continues to rise, several simple and elegant temples appears. The first one that catches your eye is Huating Temple. Near mid-mountain area, there are some small restaurants with unique flavors scattered around. After having enough food and drink, continue to climb bravely towards the top of the mountain to the Golden Summit. Walking into the temple on the Golden Summit, a magnificent golden Buddha statue comes into view. After fully enjoying the beauty on the Golden Summit, start the return journey going down the mountain. On the way down, take a different path and explore the mysterious corners hidden deep in the mountain forest. Walking along these secluded paths, be pleasantly surprised to find some small shrines. There is also the natural spring water gushing out from the cracks in the mountains. At this time, walk down the mountain path slowly towards the foot of the mountain.

Discover the beauty and charm of Lijiang on a fully customizable private tour with an experienced English-speaking guide. This tour allows you to explore signature spots designed to give you an in-depth understanding of Lijiang's history, culture and natural wonders while catering to your personal interest and pace. The Lijiang Ancient City is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that has a history of over 800 years. The town is full of ancient wooden buildings, stone roads, and small bridges. It is the only old city built without a city wall. Personalized Itinerary Choose from Lijiang's iconic attractions, cultural landmarks, or hidden gems including Lijiang, Baisha and Shuhe Ancient Town, Naxi Villages, Lashi Wetlands and Black Dragon Pool.

From the gilded dome of the Great Hall to the Republican-era shikumen gates of Ma'anshan, trace an architectural epic beneath the shade of plane trees. Wander through the smoky alleys of Qixinggang, where the spicy aroma of hotpot captures the warmth of city life. In the afternoon, soar across the two rivers on the Yangtze River Cableway, capturing the skyline from 70 meters above. Stroll along the stone paths of Longmenhao, where Ming and Qing walls collide with graffiti art to create echoes through time. This journey spans a 1.5-kilometer vertical elevation, blending Ba-Yu architectural aesthetics, natural wonders, and cultural memories into a multidimensional urban narrative, allowing hikers to decode the soul of 3D Chongqing through every step.

Experience majestic cultural scenery and panoramic historical views with this 2-day tour. Make the most of your time in the city with a comfortable vehicle to these four attractions. -Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle -Explore the ancient temples and monasteries of Emei Mt. -Seeking an immersive encounter with the traditional lifestyles in an old teahouse -A UNESCO World Heritage Site Day 1 07:30 Hotel pick-up 08:30 Arrive at Pengzhen teahouse 09:30 Drive to Leshan Giant Buddha 11:10 Arrive Leshan Giant Buddha and have lunch 13:10 Visit Leshan Giant Buddha and Oriental Buddha Park 17:00 Drive to Emei city 18:00 Have a dinner and check in hotel Day 2 09:00 Have breakfast at hotel and check-out 09:30 Take shuttle bus to Leidongping Bus Station 10:30 Hike to take cable car 11:00 Take cable car to golden summit 11:20 Visit golden summit and have lunch 13:00 Walk down to the hill 15:30 Head back to Chengdu city 18:00 Arrive Chengdu Hotel *The itinerary is subject to change.

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.