3 days Chengdu and Leshan Buddha Tour
English‑speaking local guide
Small Groups or Private Tours
Price of tour: $460*
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3 days Chengdu and Leshan Buddha Tour
Tour summary
Discover the wonders of Sichuan with our 3 Days Chengdu and Leshan Buddha Tour!
Begin your journey in vibrant Chengdu, famous for its relaxed lifestyle and incredible cuisine. Start with a visit to the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, where you’ll get up close with adorable giant pandas and learn about their conservation.
Continue your adventure with an excursion to the majestic Leshan Giant Buddha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the largest stone Buddha in the world. Marvel at this ancient monument carved into the cliff side and admire the stunning views over the confluence of three rivers.
Stroll through the charming Huanglongxi Ancient Town, where traditional architecture and tranquil waterways transport you back in time.
Experience Chengdu’s spiritual side at the historic Wenshu Temple, surrounded by antique shops and peaceful courtyards, and savor the local atmosphere in People’s Park, a favorite spot for locals to relax and socialize.
With an English-speaking guide, comfortable accommodation, small group size, and seamless transportation, this tour promises an unforgettable and authentic Sichuan experience!
Tour Itinerary
Tour Table of Contents
Day 1: Chengdu Arrival
Welcome to Chengdu! Upon your arrival at the airport, you will proceed to your prearranged hotel independently. Rest and relax after your flight journey, as tomorrow morning your tour guide and driver will greet you at your hotel to start the exploration.
Day 2: Leshan Giant Buddha and Huanglongxi Ancient Town
After breakfast, we’ll set out for an excursion to the awe-inspiring Leshan Giant Buddha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of the largest Buddha statues in the world. Marvel at the sheer magnitude of this ancient stone sculpture, carved into the cliffs overlooking the confluence of the Minjiang, Dadu, and Qingyi rivers. You’ll have the opportunity to climb the stairs to the Buddha’s feet and admire breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
After exploring the Giant Buddha, we will visit Huanglongxi Ancient Town. Enjoy a leisurely stroll by the picturesque waterways before returning to Chengdu in the evening.
Day 3: Chengdu Panda Base, Wenshu Temple, People's Park, Departure
On our final day in Chengdu, we’ll begin with a visit to the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. Learn about panda conservation efforts and gain insight into the daily lives of these adorable creatures as you explore the bamboo-shaded enclosures.
Next, we’ll visit Wenshu Monastery, one of the oldest and most revered Buddhist temples in Chengdu. Surrounding the monastery, you’ll find quaint antique stores offering unique treasures waiting to be discovered.
Afterward, we’ll take a leisurely stroll through People’s Park, a popular recreational area frequented by locals.
Finally, transfer to the airport for your departure, marking the end of our Chengdu adventure.
Included in the price
Airport drop-off service at Chengdu Shuangliu airport at designated times
Local English-speaking tour guide
Transportation throughout tour
Comfortable hotels with daily breakfast, based on two people sharing one room
Daily breakfast
Entrance fees to all attractions as per itinerary
Leshan Sweet Skin Duck Lunch
Bottled water
Travel insurance
Excluded from the price
Airfare
Lunch and dinner not specified in the itinerary
Single supplement fee for those occupying a single room
Tipping for guide and driver
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Penny has rich experience in organizing foreigners tours to many places in China, such as Tibet, Gansu, Yunnan, Xinjiang, Zhangjiajie. She is very responsive, always quick and patient. Customers like her, they always come back for more tours, and also recommend many of their friends to join.
Dawei | Tour guide / operator
Dawei is a Tibetan Buddhist, and comes from the most north edge of the Tibetan plateau in Qinghai province, Western China. He has travelled as a tour leader to many South Asian countries such as India, Bhutan and also nearly the entire country of China. He focuse especially on guiding in Qinghai, Gansu, Sichuan, Ningxia provinces and Tibetan regions. The activities of these various tour groups have included adopting family, horse racing, hiking, bird watching, cycling, camping, overseas students, cultural and religious sightseeing.
Andrew | Touir guide / operator
Andrew was born and grew up in a small village of Zhangjiajie, Hunan. From 2009-2012 he works for royal Caribbean International cruise as an onboard guest services officer. After that, he dedicates his life/time to guiding and operating tours in Zhangjiajie and around. As a native person, he knows all the corner of the scenic area, such as good restaurants, souvenir shops and cultures. He is very experienced and super flexible, he knows how to avoid the crowds and take advantage of the weather and offer the best travel experience to customers, all you need to do is just relax and enjoy!
