Exploring Huanglong and Jiuzhaigou's Natural Beauty
This journey from Chengdu to Jiuzhaigou is highly recommended. It offers a chance to visit the magnificent Huanglong Scenic Area with its colorful calcified ponds. Spending a whole day in Jiuzhaigou, you can witness the beauty of emerald lakes, waterfalls, and colorful forests. The convenient train travel makes the trip comfortable.
Exploring the Natural Beauty and Tibetan Culture in Western Sichuan and Tibet
This journey from Chengdu to Lhasa is highly recommended. Firstly, it offers a diverse range of natural scenery, from the beautiful valleys and grasslands to the majestic snow - capped mountains and serene lakes. Secondly, travelers can experience rich Tibetan culture in ancient towns and villages, taste authentic Tibetan cuisine, and feel the piety of the local people. Finally, the challenging roads like Nujiang 72 - Bend Road add an exciting element to the trip, making it an unforgettable adventure.
Meet The Pandas and China Essence
This 13-Day trip will take you throughout China. You'll start in Beijing, visiting locales that are a great mix of ancient and modern in architecture. In Sichuan, you'll try out its spicy food and visit a famous panda sanctuary. You'll also visit Guilin and explore its gorgeous karst mountain & natural scenery, along with a cruise down the scenic Li river, before ending your tour in Shanghai and visiting its many historic locales and attractions.
One-Day Tour Leshan And Mount Emei
(一) 07:00-08:30 Chengdu → Leshan Giant Buddha Private vehicle pickup from your hotel Direct transfer via Chengdu-Leshan Expressway (approx. 1.5hr drive) (二) 08:30-11:30 Leshan Giant Buddha In-Depth Tour Key Attractions: ▶ Nine-Bend Plank Path: Close-up view of 71m-tall Maitreya Buddha statue ▶ Lingyun Temple: Flourishing Tang Dynasty Buddhist temple ▶ Mahao Cliff Tombs (optional): Han Dynasty stone carving masterpieces Special Experiences: ✓ Buddha panorama cruise (optional, 30mins, additional fee) ✓ Local delicacies: Leshan bean curd jelly & "Cross-Legged Beef" (三) 11:30-13:00 Lunch & Transfer Recommended Dining: Famous Leshan restaurants (e.g. "Grandma Ye's Skewer Chicken") Transfer to Mount Emei (approx. 1hr drive) (四) 13:00-17:00 Mount Emei Mid-Mountain Highlights Optimal Route: Baoguo Temple → Fuhu Temple → Qingyin Pavilion → One-Line Sky → Monkey Ecological Zone Top 4 Highlights: �� Baoguo Temple: First sacred temple at mountain entrance �� Qingyin Ping Lake: Iconic mountain-water photography spot �� Monkey Zone: Tibetan macaque interactions (caution advised) �� One-Line Sky: Spectacular gorge & natural cooler Energy-Saving Option: Scenic shuttle bus (optional fee) (五) 17:00-19:00 Return to Chengdu Optional Meishan stop for "Dongpo Pork Knuckle" (reservation required) Hotel/designated location drop-off
One-Day Tour Sanxingdui + Dujiangyan
(一) 07:30-08:30 Depart Chengdu → Sanxingdui Museum • Private hotel pickup in Chengdu • Transfer to Guanghan (approx. 1-hour drive) (二) 08:30-12:00 Sanxingdui Museum In-Depth Visit • Must-See Exhibits: ▶ Comprehensive Gallery: Iconic treasures including the Bronze Sacred Tree, Gold Scepter, and Standing Bronze Figure ▶ Bronze Gallery: Mysterious artifacts like the Zoomorphic Mask and Sun Wheel ▶ Cultural Relics Restoration Center (if open): Observe archaeological conservation in progress (三) 12:00-13:30 Lunch & Transfer • Recommended Local Cuisine: Guanghan specialties (Lianshan Twice-Cooked Pork, Golden Thread Noodles) • Drive to Dujiangyan (approx. 1.5-hour journey) (四) 13:30-16:30 Dujiangyan Irrigation System Exploration • Optimal Route: Qin Yan Lou Entrance → Erwang Temple → Anlan Suspension Bridge → Fish Mouth → Flying Sand Weir → Bottle-Neck Channel • Engineering Marvels Explained: �� Fish Mouth Levee: Ancient flood diversion system (60%/40% split) �� Flying Sand Weir: Secondary sediment discharge mechanism �� Bottle-Neck Channel: Precision water control gateway to Chengdu Plain • Photo Tip: Panoramic views from Yulei Pavilion (optional electric cart available) (五) 16:30-18:00 Return to Chengdu • Optional stop in Pidu District for "Jiang's Spare Ribs" (advance booking required) • Drop-off at your hotel or designated location
One-day tour to the Panda Base and Sanxingdui
Morning: Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding 1. 7:00 - 7:30: Gather at the designated place and take a chartered vehicle to the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. 2. 7:30 - 8:00: Arrive at the Panda Base. After taking a group photo at the entrance, line up to check tickets and enter the park. 3. 8:00 - 11:00: Take a sightseeing bus to tour the Panda Base. Visit attractions such as the Giant Panda Sun Nursery, Moon Nursery, Juvenile Giant Panda Villa, and Adult Giant Panda Villa in sequence to observe the lovely giant pandas up close. During this time, you can stop at appropriate locations to take photos and record the cute postures of the giant pandas. 4. 11:00 - 11:30: Free - activity time. You can choose to have lunch at a restaurant in the park or bring your own food such as bread to eat in the rest area. Afternoon: Sanxingdui Museum 1. 11:30 - 12:30: Take a chartered vehicle from the Panda Base to the Sanxingdui Museum. 2. 12:30 - 13:00: Arrive at the Sanxingdui Museum. Take a short rest at the museum entrance and organize your belongings. 3. 13:00 - 17:00: Enter the museum to visit and gain an in - depth understanding of the history and culture of the ancient Shu civilization. Pay special attention to the museum's treasures, such as the Large Bronze Standing Figure, Gold Mask, Bronze Sacred Tree, and Bronze Mask with Protruding Eyes. 4. 17:00 - 17:30: After the visit, you can freely choose to select some souvenirs at the museum's cultural and creative store, and then take the chartered vehicle back to the departure place.
One-day tour to the Panda Valley And Dujiangyan
(一) Morning: Panda Valley • Arrival at the Scenic Area: It is recommended to depart around 7:00 AM. The driver will pick you up from your hotel in advance, and you will travel to Panda Valley by private car. You will arrive at the scenic area around 8:00 AM, just in time to see the giant pandas enjoying their breakfast outdoors. You can first visit the Giant Panda Ecological Enclosure for a close-up view of these adorable, round creatures. • Tour Route: After observing the giant pandas, walk up along the wooden boardwalk, where you may encounter red pandas strolling around. The staff feed the red pandas at irregular intervals, usually starting from the lower areas and moving upward around 9:00 AM. If you happen to be near the exit at this time, don’t worry—you can exit and re-enter from the lower entrance to see the red pandas during their feeding time. • Duration: The visit to Panda Valley takes about 2–3 hours. (二) Noon: Lunch Break After leaving Panda Valley, take the private car to a nearby restaurant for lunch. Enjoy local specialties such as Hongtang Laozao (brown sugar glutinous rice wine) from Taipingjie Zhang Laozao, Jiang’an Road You Rabbit Head, or Cultural Revolution-style scallion rolls. After the meal, take a short rest to recharge for the afternoon itinerary. (三) Afternoon: Dujiangyan Scenic Area • Arrival at the Scenic Area: Depart around 1:00 PM and take the private car to the Dujiangyan Scenic Area. It is recommended to enter through Gate No. 6 at Qin Yan Lou, the highest vantage point in the area, offering a panoramic view of Dujiangyan. • Tour Route: After entering, visit the following attractions in sequence: Erwang Temple, Anlan Suspension Bridge, Fish Mouth, Flying Sand Weir, and Bottle-Neck Channel. ￮ Erwang Temple: A shrine dedicated to Li Bing, the ancient water-control expert, built into the mountainside and known as the "Jade Fortress Fairyland." ￮ Anlan Suspension Bridge: Spanning the turbulent Min River, also called the "Couples' Bridge." ￮ Fish Mouth: A levee that ingeniously divides the Min River into two streams. ￮ Flying Sand Weir: A structure with powerful sediment-discharging capabilities. ￮ Bottle-Neck Channel: Precisely controls the flow of water into the Chengdu Plain.The entire route is downhill, making it an easy walk. Finally, exit the scenic area from Lidui Park. • Duration: The visit to Dujiangyan takes about 3–4 hours. (四) Evening: Return Trip After the tour, take the private car back to the departure point, concluding a delightful day. Note: This itinerary does not include a visit to Dujiangyan’s night scenery. If you wish to see the night views, please communicate in advance, as additional driver overtime fees will apply. For details, consult customer service.
Panda Valley + Dujiangyan + Qingcheng Mountain One-Day Private Tour
(一) Morning: Panda Valley (7:00 AM - 10:00 AM) • 7:00 AM – Depart from your Chengdu hotel (early departure recommended for optimal panda viewing during their active morning feeding time). • 8:00 AM – Arrive at Panda Valley, where giant pandas are most lively during breakfast. • Duration: ~2 hours (二) Late Morning: Dujiangyan Irrigation System (10:30 AM - 1:00 PM) • 10:30 AM – Drive to Dujiangyan Scenic Area (~30-minute transfer). 11:00 AM – Explore Dujiangyan, a 2,300-year-old hydraulic wonder still • functioning today. • Duration: ~2.5 hours (三) Lunch Break (1:00 PM - 2:00 PM) • Enjoy authentic Sichuan cuisine near Dujiangyan (recommended: Zhang Laozao’s brown sugar glutinous rice wine, You Rabbit Head, or scallion rolls). (四) Afternoon: Qingcheng Mountain (Front Mountain) (2:30 PM - 6:00 PM) • 2:30 PM – Transfer to Qingcheng Mountain (~30-minute drive). • 3:00 PM – Visit Qingcheng Front Mountain, the birthplace of Taoism, renowned as "the most serene mountain under heaven." • Duration: ~3 hours (五) Evening: Return to Chengdu (6:30 PM - 8:00 PM) • 6:30 PM – Depart for Chengdu (~1.5-hour drive). • 8:00 PM – Arrive back at your hotel, concluding the fulfilling day.