Top Southwest China Full-day Tours

Discover the unique charm of Chongqing, known as the "8D Mountain City," on a full-day shared tour that explores its most iconic sights. Kick off your adventure at Liziba Monorail Station, where you’ll capture the stunning engineering feat of the monorail vanishing into a residential building. Navigate the vertical village of Baixiangju Apartments and witness the city's authentic life. Experience the second-longest escalator in Asia at the Crown Grand Escalator, and take in breathtaking views on the Yangtze River Cableway. Walk on the thrilling open-air deck for a 360-degree unobstructed panorama of the Jiefangbei CBD. End the day at Hongya Cave, where you can dive into the vibrant night market. - Full-day immersive tour of Chongqing's highlights - Visit Liziba Monorail Station and Baixiangju Apartments - Ride the Yangtze River Cableway for panoramic views - Explore Hongya Cave and its night market at your leisure - Enjoy a personalized experience in a small group (max 8 travelers).

Explore the majestic Yangtze River on a full-day cultural and sightseeing tour in Yichang, where modern engineering meets natural beauty. Experience the iconic Three Gorges Dam, the largest hydropower project globally, and enjoy a scenic cruise through Xiling Gorge, renowned for its stunning landscapes and historical landmarks. Witness the unique Gezhouba Dam ship lock in action, and take in panoramic views from various scenic areas of the dam. This comprehensive tour offers insights into China's engineering marvels and breathtaking scenery, ideal for travelers seeking both adventure and knowledge. - Full-day tour combining a Yangtze River cruise and Three Gorges Dam visit - Experience the Gezhouba Dam ship lock and its fascinating mechanics - Enjoy scenic views of Xiling Gorge, with highlights like the Three Visitors Cave - Learn about the Three Gorges Dam's construction and significance with expert guidance

Start your day with a hotel pick-up and head to the Stone Forest for a private guided tour. After Stone Forest, head to Yiliang for a sumptuous lunch at a famous local roast duck restaurant. Opt for a Halal option if you prefer. This traditional dish is a specialty of Yiliang County, and is renowned for its unique preparation method and mouthwatering flavors, making it a must-try for food lovers visiting the area. After lunch, head back towards Kunming where you can choose a fully customized city tour to complete the day before returning to your hotel. Opt for a walking tour of Kunming Old Town or Guandu Ancient Town, visit the Yunnan Ethnic Village or take a cable car to Western Hills and Dragon Gate. You can also visit the Yunnan Provincial Museum or Dounan Flower Market. Experience Chinese tea tasting at a teahouse or sign up for a Tile Cat making experience.

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.

Day Trip: Choose half-day pandas or the full adventure, with no shopping stops or hidden fees. Authentic, convenient, and unforgettable—book now to turn Sichuan’s best into your memories! This one-day tour combines Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Giant Buddha. We gather and depart at 8:00 a.m. for the Panda Base, where we spend about 3 hours exploring. After that, we head to Leshan Giant Buddha, with a 2.5-hour visit there. Finally, we return to Chengdu. The entire day’s journey takes approximately 11 hours. ---------- overview ---------- Option 1: Panda Park (Half-Day) Duration: 4.5-hour Departure time: 08:00 （daily） Return to city time: 12:30 Option 2: Panda Park + Leshan Buddha (Full-Day) Duration: 11-hour Departure time: 08:00（daily） Return to city time: 19:00 Gather at Chengdu IFS’s iconic panda sculpture, just steps from Taikoo Li—super easy to find. Wander bamboo groves to watch fluffy giants munch and play, then marvel at the 1,300-year-old UNESCO Leshan Giant Buddha.

Chongqing the city itself is now becoming a trendy hot spot domestically and globally, there are both modern and traditional spirit simultaneously present to visitors from all over the world, we offer this tour covering all primary trendy spots within a day tour so that travellers are able to experience this amazing huge city in a moderate intensity and meantime without missing anything interesting. We also offer a local style lunch and an afternoon coffee break which give a shot to learn this city in a positive manner. 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.

The Leshan Giant Buddha is a Chengdu signature, but it’s a 2-hour drive away and tricky to reach independently. Get there in comfort and see the giant pandas too on this private tour. First, your guide shows you the highlights of the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, with a pace and route tailored to beat the crowds. Then, transfer to Leshan to discover the network of trails.

This is the ultimate first-day itinerary: a mix of viral landmarks you’ve seen online and local hidden gems you won’t find in any guidebook. Curated to give you a deeper, more authentic experience of this wild and wonderful city. Tour schedule Stand on the legendary 22nd-floor plaza at Kuixinglou where ground floors reach the sky. Watch a monorail pass straight through an apartment building at Liziba. Get lost in the glowing maze of Hongyadong by night. But we don’t just follow the crowds. We’ll lead you through hidden alleys, back doors, and jaw-dropping views only locals know. You’ll climb, float, and fly across Chongqing: Ride Asia’s second-longest escalator, Cross rivers on cable cars and sail through the heart of the city on a two-river night cruise All while learning how this mountain city defies gravity and expectations. ‍ Walking and public transport (like an urban hike through a vertical maze) Transport included: metro, escalators, buses

Explore the stunning Wulong Karst National Geology Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site famous for its breathtaking landscapes and cinematic history. Begin your day with a scenic drive through the mountains, stopping at the Chibi Observation Deck for views of the Wujiang River Gallery. Experience the park's iconic Three Natural Bridges with a thrilling descent into the valley via glass elevator. Tailor your adventure with two unique routes: relax at Fairy Mountain or delve into the Longshuixia Fissure's dramatic pathways. This all-inclusive tour ensures transportation, an expert guide, and entrance tickets for an unforgettable day in nature. - Discover the UNESCO World Heritage site known for its natural wonders - Choose between two routes: Alpine relaxation or geological exploration - Enjoy stunning views from the Chibi Observation Deck and Three Natural Bridges - Enjoy a personalized experience in a small group (max 15 travelers)

Experience Chengdu with a private half-day visit to the world-famous Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. Arrive early to see pandas at their most active—eating bamboo, climbing, playing, and relaxing—while your private English-speaking guide shares fascinating insights into their behavior, conservation, and breeding programs. Depending on availability, visit the panda nursery to see baby pandas, stroll along bamboo-lined paths, and spot red pandas. Your guide ensures the best viewing spots, efficient navigation, and a comfortable, hassle-free experience with hotel pick-up and drop-off included. Perfect for families, couples, or solo travelers, this tour offers a heartwarming encounter with China’s national treasure. Book now for memories that will last a lifetime.

Chongqing is a city that many people have overlooked as a tourist destination, but it's gaining attention on social media lately. Within China, it has already been one of the most popular cities to visit. The city's intricate mountainous transportation system, spicy hotpot culture, ancient stilted houses and old streets, together with the vibrant night scenes are all worth experiencing and exploring. The guides are fluent in English and very experienced. You will feel it’s like an old friend in China taking you visit around. Our comfortable and luxurious cars will safely take you to all the places you want to go. Choose us for the exciting and perfect trip to Chongqing! (The tours start at noon so you will have plenty time to enjoy stunning night city views)

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.

Coordinating Chengdu’s major sights independently can mean long travel times between attractions and crowded public transport. This full-day private tour streamlines the experience by combining the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, Wenshu Temple, People’s Park, and the historic Old Town into a single, efficient route. With private transportation and time built in for cultural stops, it's perfect for travelers looking to pack plenty into one day.

Chengdu’s most famous residents aren’t human, they’re pandas. With this small-group tour, choose to spend your morning observing and learning all about pandas at the Dujiangyan Panda Base or the full day visiting with pandas at the Wolong Giant Panda Nature Reserve. Includes entrance fees and transfers by private vehicle from Chengdu.

Explore the key highlights of Guiyang—Guizhou Province’s vibrant capital city—on this full-day, private tour. In the morning, meet your guide at your Guiyang hotel, and set off for verdant Qianling Park. Next, venture to Qingyan Ancient Town to discover the region’s centuries-old landmarks before enjoying a hearty local lunch. In the afternoon, discover Guiyang’s heritage temples, churches, markets, and more. An evening tour upgrade is also available, and includes dinner and a traditional musical performance.

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.

Explore the stunning Wulong Karst National Park on this private full-day tour from Chongqing, featuring breathtaking natural landscapes and UNESCO-listed wonders. Visit the famous Tiankeng Three Bridges, descending via a 108-meter cliffside elevator to hike through the magnificent sinkholes and natural bridges. With private transportation, hotel pickup, a driver-guide, and a delicious local lunch included, this tour offers a seamless and unforgettable adventure into nature.

Embark on an exclusive private day tour to explore two iconic Yunnan gems: the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Stone Forest and the time-honored Chengzi Ancient Village. This personalized journey lets you dive deep into natural wonders and authentic minority culture, with seamless service tailored just for you. Start your day with the breathtaking karst landscapes of Stone Forest, a UNESCO-listed natural marvel. Led by your professional guide, you’ll uncover hidden viewpoints, capture postcard-perfect photos, and marvel at the jagged limestone formations that have shaped this unique terrain over millions of years. Later, head to Chengzi Ancient Village, hailed as a “Living Fossil” of traditional residential architecture. Wander through its winding lanes, immerse yourself in the vibrant cultures of the Yi, Han, and Miao ethnic groups, and discover the stories behind the village’s distinctive dwellings—where history comes alive in every courtyard and alley.

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.

See Xian’s top attractions on a private day trip from Chengdu by train. Immerse yourself in the ancient majesty of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed terracotta warrior site; ascend the Xi’an Wall for panoramic vistas of the stunning city; an appreciate the Islamic-inspired architecture of the Muslim Quarter. Includes round-trip bullet train tickets, transfers, and a guide in Xian.

Your Leshan Giant Buddha trip can be combined with either Panda Base or Huanglongxi Ancient Town Unleash your sense of breathtaking with our Leshan day tour! Gaze in awe at the colossal Leshan Giant Buddha, an architectural masterpiece, Which is also Top10 must-visit in Sichuan Province. Savor the explosion of flavors in unique Leshan snacks, a foodie's dream. You could choose Huanglongxi Ancient Town or Panda base package. Wander the cobblestone paths of Huanglongxi Ancient Town, its Ming - Qing charm captivating you. Or you choose Panda Base, then you will visit Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding in the morning. Get up‑close with fluffy giant pandas at Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding – a must‑see experience in Chengdu. This tour offers a rare blend of spirituality, grandeur, taste, and heritage.

Begin your adventure with a pickup from your hotel in downtown Chengdu. Travel to Taoping Village, a living fortress frozen in time. Built in 111 BC, this is the best‑preserved Qiang settlement. It's a labyrinth of stone where 8 hidden entrances and winding passages only locals can navigate. At its heart rise 30‑meter stone watchtowers, built without nails or mortar, yet they've survived centuries of earthquakes. Beneath your feet, an ancient spring‑fed water network still flows, Visit local Qiang households, where the people keep alive their traditions and a way of life unchanged for generations. Next, head to Ganbao Tibetan Village, the largest Gyalrong Tibetan settlement. Built entirely from river stones and giant boulders, this is also the birthplace of "Boba Senge" (Tibetan Lion Dance), a national intangible cultural heritage – a powerful, slow dance created by returning soldiers to commemorate their fallen comrades in battle. Lunch in Tibetan family-run restaurant.

Combine two private tours in one: the highlights of Chengdu and a visit to the UNESCO-listed Dujiangyuan Irrigation System. With your private guide, spend 8-hours getting to know both sites while enjoying personalized attention and a flexible schedule. Private round-trip transportation included.