Top Southwest China Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises - page 3

Leshan Giant Buddha’s location outside of Chengdu can make it tricky to get to by public transport. Avoid the hassle of working out local transport schedules, and get there in a quick and efficient way—on an organized day tour. Conveniently, hotel pickup and drop-off are included, and the transfers are private too.

See the highlights of Jianshui on a private full-day tour from Kunming. With more than 100 ancient temples, 50 ancient bridges and 56 state-protection cultural relics, Jianshui enjoys the fame "the Museum of Ancient Constructions", which highlights the ancient Chinese culture and art. Accompanied by your own private guide, explore major attractions such as the Double Dragon Bridge, Jianshui Confucius Temple and Zhu Family Garden. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, entrance fee, lunch and door-to-door hotel transfers.

This Chengdu city sightseeing brings you to the main downtown attractions, the old street and the local snacks. You will spend a whole day with a local insider to explore the city highlights and taste delicious Sichuan food. Free hotel pick-up and drop-off service, excellent English-speaking tour guide service, the entrance fee and lunch are all inclusive.

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!

Discover the incredible UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites of Leshan on an all-inclusive 2-day tour from Chengdu. Accompanied by a private guide, witness the colossal majesty of Leshan Grand Buddha, the largest stone Buddha sculpture in the world, and soar over the magnificent Emei Shan (Mt Emei) during an exhilarating cable car ride. See sacred shrines and beautiful Buddhist temples; spend the night in an enchanting monastery; and appease an appetite for authenticity with traditional Chinese meals. Relish the freedom and flexibility of this private tour and enjoy the undivided attention of your guide throughout your experience.

Experience Chongqing’s magnificent Dazu Rock Carvings on this private full-day tour. After a convenient hotel pickup, you can choose between two options for your visit: 1: Explore the world-famous Baodingshan section, the most iconic part of the carvings. 2: Take the in-depth one-day tour covering both Baodingshan and Beishan for a complete experience. Marvel at thousands of impressive statues carved centuries ago, which vividly depict the daily lives and beliefs of ancient people. Enjoy the friendly service of your local guide, who will accompany you throughout the tour and share the fascinating history of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. This private tour includes entrance fees, an English-speaking guide, and a private air-conditioned vehicle with door-to-door service.

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.

For this private day trip of Shangri-La, you will visit the most classic sights accompanied by your private English-speaking tour guide to Ganden Monastery, Napahai Lake, Yila Grassland and Dukezong, an ancient Tibetan town. You will be picked up and dropped off Shangri-la(Diqing) hotel/airport.

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. You need a right guide for this valuable tour, as a professional guide with over 25 years guiding experiences I could bring all these to you. This tour covers Baoding site which was inscribed on World Heritage List by UNESCO. 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.

Experience Yuanyang Rice Terrace and Jianshui Ancient City on a 3-day guided tour from Kunming. Take an easy walk around to snap photos of the famous Yuanyang Rice Terraces from different location. Capture stunning image of a dramatic sunrise and sunset moment. Visit local villages and market and learn from your guide about the local Hani communities. Visit the 1,200 years old Jianshui Ancient city, explore major attractions including: Double Dragon Bridge, Jianshui Confucius Temple, Zhu Family Garden etc. Tour including English speaking tour guide, entrance fee, lunch and travel by private vehicle. Tour includes the option to book local 3 or 4 star accommodation with daily breakfast.

Private customized Chengdu City highlights 8-Hour tour, flexible itinerary based on your interests and situation . No need to plan in advance: Decide your sightseeing schedule as you go. Door-to door pick up service , knowledgable guide accompany , pick up time flexible , private experienced driver ,hotel pick up and drop off included .

Enjoy an authentic Chengdu experience with this Mahjong and spice market excursion. After a convenient hotel pickup, get off-the-beaten-path with an informative local guide. Explore the local food culture at a spice market and visit an authentic tea house. Then, put your competitive skills to the test after learning to play the traditional, gin rummy-like game of Mahjong.

Enjoy a day away from the city without the hassle of travel on a round-trip excursion from your Chongqing hotel to the Wulong Karst Geological Park. Discover the sights of the UNESCO-listed nature wonder with insights provided by your guide. Explore the natural landscape by foot and elevator, admire spectacular karst landscapes, including Tianlong Bridge, Qinglong Bridge and Heilong Bridge as well as Tianlong Giant Doline and Shenying Giant Doline. Finally, enjoy peaceful Wujiang river with surroundings before heading back to Chongqing. This private tour including the entrance fee, shuttle bus, elevator, lunch, tour guide, private air-conditioned vehicle with door to door service.

Kunming is a wonderful city to visit different things. This private day tour will let you visit Jiuxiang area where there are cave, valley, waterfall, and Yi minority village etc. Chinese lunch is included. Pickup time is 8am from your centrally located Kunming hotel.

Go beyond a standard zoo visit with a private volunteer experience at the Dujiangyan Giant Panda Center. With included transport from Chengdu, head to the center to work alongside keepers to observe panda behavior, help clean enclosures, and prepare food, gaining rare insight into the daily care of the endangered species. The hands-on visit offers a more meaningful way to connect with giant pandas while learning about conservation.

Particularly for first-time visitors who don’t speak Chinese, a private guide can transform the Beijing experience. Say no to hustlers and discover the city by private car on this door-to-door private tour. Check off three of Beijing’s biggest attractions—Summer Palace and Lama Temple—and stroll through historic hutong alleys. A comprehensive package with private guide, entrance fees, and lunch. 1: Full Day private tour of Old Beijing 2 Enjoy the personalized attention of your private guide 3: Prebook your Summer Palace Tickets prior to your visit 4: Take it easy with pickup and drop-off direct from your hotel

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.

Explore Dali City at your own pace and with the attention of a private guide on this day tour. You won’t have to organize any logistics, including transport from your hotel to the bullet train, the train itself, or paying on the spot for your guide or admission fees. Just be ready to get collected from Kunming, and then enjoy the ride to Dali city to enjoy your private guided tour.

Chongqing is one of China’s biggest cities and this private tour will ensure you maximise your time here. This full-day tour is tailor-made for you, with the help of professional guide and driver you can choose the places you want to visit easily, admire the special architectural design in Chongqing and also learn the history and development of this city. Optional upgrade to taste authentic hot pot dinner and enjoy the night view on a river cruise.

Enrich your knowledge and pleasure your palate on a private full-day tour of a tea plantation from Chengdu. Venture to the verdant splendor of Mt Mengding (Mengdingshan) and greet a local farmer to begin learning about the entire tea-making process. Listen as your knowledgeable guide translates ancient tea-making techniques and absorb the tranquil ambience and enticing aromas of the plantation. Feast upon a traditional Chinese lunch at a rustic restaurant and take home some fresh tea leaves to make your own beautiful brews.

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.

If you’re short on time in Kunming but keen to give its top attractions the attention they deserve, this half-day private tour is ideal. Take in the rock-face Dragon Gate and Huating Temple in the Western Hills, and visit the Grand View Tower overlooking Lake Dianchi, all with a private guide to share their stories and significance. Your tour includes a Chinese restaurant lunch, entrance fees, and private transport with hotel pickup and drop-off.

This flexible tour lets you customize your experience by choosing a package of attractions that best suit your interests. Opt for a small group visit to Sanxingdui Museum to learn about Bronze Age Chinese culture, or a private tour that also includes Chengdu Panda Base or Jinsha Site Museum. Discover panda conservation at the base or explore the civilization that succeeded Sanxingdui at Jinsha Site Museum.

This is the ultimate experience for foodies visiting Chengdu. Take the chance out of finding somewhere good to eat by opting for this special private dining experience in a local’s home. Learn all about why hotpot is such a popular local dish and find out how locals cook hotpot at home with a mix of meats, vegetables, and other delicacies to dip.