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Embark on an extraordinary day trip to the hidden depths of the Dazu Rock Carvings, Chongqing's sole UNESCO World Heritage Site. Guided by an expert storyteller, explore this awe-inspiring marvel—one of the world's top eight grottoes, crafted between the 9th and 13th centuries and rediscovered only in the 1940s. These breathtaking carvings bring to life the tales of Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism, alongside vivid depictions of everyday life, offering a unique glimpse into a richly diverse cultural tapestry. Spanning five mountain peaks with over 50,000 statues, this monumental site is the last great testament to the art of stone carving. Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to witness a masterpiece that has captivated the world, prepare to be amazed! • Skip-the-line access to Dazu Rock Carvings. • Knowledgeable tour guide with insightful commentary in Dazu Rock Carvings. • Flexible pacing, spend more time at your favorite sections.

Get under the skin of modern Chongqing and discover the city’s signature sights on an 8-hour guided tour. See the rare giant pandas at Chongqing Zoo’s breeding center, admire the ornamental gardens and bridges of Eling Park, and stroll around Ciqikou, an authentic old-time village on Chongqing's fringes. Finish with lunch and a tour of must-see Yangtze artifacts at the Three Gorges Museum. Admission fees, plus central hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Welcome to Wulong Tiankeng - with natural karst landscape and an UNESCO World Heritage Site. This Wulong day trip fromChongqing will let you immerse into the wonderful nature. A professional tour guide will take you around and bring the history of each landmark to life. Private transfer ensure you a comfortable and hassle-free trip.

If you’ve always want to see pandas up close, this is the perfect tour for you. You’ll have a hassle-free day with round-trip transportation included. Travel with ease in a comfortable private vehicle to Dujiangyan Panda Base. You won’t have to worry about waiting in line for tickets, as entrance fees are included. Learn how to feed pandas, clean enclosures, and take notes on your exciting panda volunteer experience.

Spend a day away from the usual tourist trail by going on a local experience in Chengdu. You’ll save time planning transport by having hotel pickup and drop-off included. You’ll see lots of fascinating local places that you might not discover alone, such as People’s Park, Sichuan Art Academy,  and Kuan-Zhai Alley. When you've worked up an appetite, you’ll be taken to multiple street food spots with a guide to advise you on the best places to eat, and 4-6 tastings are included.

Watch rolly polly baby pandas playing, munching bamboo and generally doing their cute ol’thing at the Panda Breeding Centre; Chill out sipping tea with residents in People’s Park in Chengdu. Visit the UNESCO-listed Leshan Giant Buddha; Escape the cities to discover China's natural beauty. Trek up the misty forests of Emei Shan for a stay in a monastery, waking to the sound of drums and prayers in the morning Buddhist ritual. Truly China Travel offers you so many choices, you can choose a private tour or group adventure tour for Chengdu’s Natural Panda Paradise. Private trips can be booked for one to twenty travelers. Book a certain departure date, set your own pace, enjoy more one-on-one attention from the tour leader and if you would like, upgrade your hotels. This is a great idea for families, friends, company employees or social clubs as there is something for everybody.

That’s your perfectly paced, all-inclusive day All-Inclusive Chongqing Summer Escape: Discover a 300‑Year‑Old Hidden Gem & Ride the Monorail Through a Building and Why this is the most unique Chongqing summer tour Feature What you get: True All-Inclusive Private Xiaomi EV, guide, all entry fees, monorail ticket, lunch, dinner, snacks & drinks – everything covered Luxury Ride Xiaomi SU7 electric vehicle – quiet, spacious, and Instagram-ready Ride‑Through Experience Not just watching from below – you board the monorail and feel the magic of a train passing through a residential building Deep Culture Stand at the meeting point of two great rivers (Chaotianmen) with a guided story of old Chongqing Exclusive Summer Activity Mahjong lesson in a cool creek at a 300‑year‑old hidden town – only we offer this Local Feast Saturday tours include the legendary Spicy Crayfish "Dam Banquet" – fully included

Walk, eat, and discover the real flavors of Chengdu on this guided street food tour designed by a local. We’ll explore narrow alleys and authentic neighborhoods as we try six different snacks, learn the stories behind them, and experience a side of the city few tourists see. You’ll taste everything from deep-fried sticky rice balls (糖油果子) to crispy guokui stuffed with pork, and experience specialties like dandan noodles, sweet water noodles, and handmade egg-baked cakes. Along the way, we’ll visit a local market where you’ll smell and taste fresh Sichuan peppercorn, try baijiu (Chinese liquor), and even sample rabbit head or roasted rabbit if you’re feeling adventurous! We finish with a full dinner at a cozy Chengdu restaurant, sharing classic dishes like Kung Pao Chicken, Mapo Tofu, and Twice-Cooked Pork, paired with local beer and great conversation.

The only truly all-inclusive Panda & Leshan Buddha tour. Private river cruise for the best Buddha view, all tickets covered—no hidden costs. Morning pandas at their most active, afternoon at a 1,200-year-old wonder. Just show up and enjoy.

Wolong Panda Base – Where pandas truly belong Unlike crowded city panda enclosures, Wolong sits inside the giant panda’s natural habitat – the misty mountains of western Sichuan. This is where wild pandas still roam. Here, you’ll see pandas living in a much more natural environment, with fresh air, bamboo forests, and plenty of space. Authentic local lunch – your choice You’ll enjoy a genuine Dujiangyan meal at a family‑run farmhouse. Choose between smoked pork ribs (a local specialty) or classic Sichuan dishes. ️ Dujiangyan – 2,200‑year‑old engineering wonder After lunch, explore the world’s oldest still‑functioning irrigation system. Your guide will explain how this “living heritage” still waters the Chengdu Plain today, and the story how Chengdu was developed to the land of abundance. Private, flexible, and stress‑free Your own vehicle, your own English‑speaking guide, and a completely flexible schedule. No rushing, no strangers – just you and the best of trip.