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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.