■Up-Close Encounters with Giant Pandas
Begin your journey at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, where you can watch adorable pandas playing and eating bamboo in a lush, natural environment.
■Marvel at Majestic World Heritage Sites
Marvel at the colossal Leshan Giant Buddha carved into the cliffside, and experience the ancient wisdom of Dujiangyan alongside the mystical Taoist mountains of Mount Qingcheng.
■A Journey Through Ancient Streets & Shu History
Step back in time to the Three Kingdoms era at Wuhou Shrine, and stroll through the bustling atmospheric alleys of Jinli Ancient Street, Kuanzhai Alley and Qintai Road.
Upon arrival in Chengdu Tianfu International Airport, you will be picked up from the airport and transferred to the hotel for check-in and rest.
Start your day with breakfast at the hotel, we will visit a Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding.
Seeing giant pandas up close in Chengdu is one of the most unforgettable experiences in China.
After lunch, Let’s explore the legendary historic sites of the Three Kingdoms!
Wu Hou Shrine is a sprawling, 150,000-square-meter complex honoring the Three Kingdoms period. It is most famous for its tranquil bamboo groves, striking red photography walls, and as the final resting place of Emperor Liu Bei.
Adjacent to Wuhou Shrine, this traditional 550-meter shopping street beautifully recreates the atmosphere of the Three Kingdoms era. Just taking a stroll down the alley will make you feel as if you’ve slipped back in time.
Jinli Ancient Street is a 550-meter-long traditional shopping street adjacent to Wuhou Shrine. Recreating the streetscapes of the Three Kingdoms era, a simple stroll here will make you feel as if you’ve slipped back in time.
At dusk, you can enjoy viewing the stunning Anshun Bridge as it lights up with a warm glow, casting a mystical reflection on the river. You’ll find more than 100 trendy bars and pubs surrounding the bridge.
After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a scenic two-hour drive to the Leshan Giant Buddha.
This tour includes admission to the scenic area, an in-depth exploration of Lingyun Temple, and a walk down the breathtaking Nine-Turn Plank Road, where you can admire panoramic views of the three rivers converging below.
After lunch, you can enjoy a stroll through the 1,700-year-old water town of Huanglongxi (Huanglongxi Ancient Town). Freely explore ancient streets, temples, and docks, and immerse yourself in the charm of western Sichuan.
To cap off your day, head to Qintai Road in the evening to enjoy the stunning night views and a performance of “Sichuan Opera,” a traditional performing art of Sichuan Province.
After breakfast at the hotel, we can enjoy a day away from the city and experience the grandeur of the Sichuan region’s scenic wonders on this full-day tour to Qingcheng Mountain and the Dujiangyan Irrigation System, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Your first stop is Qingcheng Mountain. In addition to its incredibly lush surroundings and secluded tranquility, the mountain boasts of number of well-preserved Taoist temples.
Take a boat ride across the Yuecheng lake and then look down to the green forest from the cable car, later follow your guide to hike up the mountain, visiting various temples along the way such as the Jianfu temple, from the Tang Dynasty, or the Tianshi Cave, finished during the Qing Dynasty and where a famous Taoist master once taught. Take the same trail back down to the bottom of the mountain.
After lunch at a local restaurant (included), enjoy the drive to the Dujiangyan Irrigation System.
Built in 256 BC to provide irrigation and flood control to the region, the Dujiangyan is one of the greatest hydraulic engineering projects of the Qin Dynasty. See the fish mouth levee, named for its conical head resembling the mouth of a fish, and learn about the significant role it plays in the system.
The Dujiangyan area also boasts a beautiful landscape and many cultural relics and historical sites. Visit the Two Kings Temple and the Dragon-Taming Temple, and admire the style of traditional Chinese architecture and the intricate designs of ancient statues. Stroll around the gardens of Lidui Park and see how engineering masterpieces blend well with the park’s natural landscape.
After breakfast at the hotel, begin your day at Wenshu Monastery, Chengdu’s oldest and best-preserved Buddhist temple.
Stroll through its peaceful courtyards, admire ancient relics, and soak in the serene atmosphere. You can also savor a cup of traditional tea at the historic temple teahouse.
After lunch, we will take you to Kuanzhai Alley, where you will have some free time to explore on your own.
Explore the beautifully restored Qing Dynasty courtyards, shop for unique local crafts, and sample famous Sichuan street food in this perfect blend of old-world charm and modern trends.
After breakfast, check out from your hotel and transfer to Chengdu Tianfu International Airport for your onward journey.
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