Tour Highlights
Board a scenic river boat on the Minjiang River to capture full panoramic views of the world's largest stone-carved Giant Buddha in Leshan.
Ascend Mount Emei via cable car to explore ancient Buddhist sanctuaries including Wannian Temple and Baoguo Temple.
Stroll scenic forest trails with opportunities to observe wild Tibetan macaques in their natural mountain habitat.
Visit the Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base during the active morning feeding hours.
Travel seamlessly with chauffeured private transfers and dedicated private guiding throughout the tour.
Day 1 Chengdu
Day 2 Chengdu - Leshan - Mt. Emei (by automobile)
Day 3 Mt.Emei - Chengdu (by automobile)
Day 4 Chengdu
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: How is the Leshan Giant Buddha visited on this tour?
A: The visit is conducted via a scenic boat cruise along the Minjiang River. This offers the best vantage point to photograph the entire 230-foot statue while avoiding long queues and steep staircase climbs.
Q: Is the Mount Emei excursion suitable for senior travelers and families?
A: Yes. The itinerary incorporates scenic cable cars to bypass strenuous mountain climbs, reaching mid-mountain attractions like Wannian Temple directly via paved stone pathways. Your private guide will adjust the walking pace to your preference.
Q: When is the best time to see active pandas at the research base?
A: The visit is arranged in the morning between 8:30 AM and 10:00 AM, which is the daily feeding time when giant pandas are most energetic and engaged in outdoor activity.
Q: How long are the driving times between Chengdu, Leshan, and Mount Emei?
A: Central Chengdu to Leshan takes approximately 2 hours by private car. The drive from Leshan to Mount Emei takes around 40 to 50 minutes, and the return drive from Mount Emei to Chengdu takes roughly 2.5 hours on expressways.
- Private English-speaking tour guide
- Private air-conditioned van
- Land transfers between airport and hotel
- Entrance ticket as listed
- Lunch as listed
- Hotel accommodation with breakfast
- Service charge & government taxes
- Flight ticket
- Personal expenses such as laundry, drinks, fax fee, phone bills, optional activities
- Gratuities for guides and drivers
- China Visa
- Travel insurance