1-Day Tour｜Leshan Grand Buddha Scenic Area and Panda Base

Highlights

1. Visit 2 UNESCO sites in a day, Chengdu Panda Base and the Leshan Giant Buddha
2. An unforgettable journey with cute pandas and magnificentgiant buddha
3. Discover ancientwonders and natural treasures
4. Travelwith an experienced English-speaking guide

Itinerary

07:00 AM – 07:35 AM: Meet at Sheraton Chengdu Lido Hotel or Pick-up at hotel (within Chengdu 2^nd ring road)

07:50 AM – 08:30 AM: Transfer to Chengdu Panda Base

08:30 AM – 11:00 AM: Panda Base Visit

Arrive at the Panda Base as it opens—the best time to see the pandas when they are most active. Stroll through the beautiful park-like facility to observe adult pandas munching on bamboo, playful juveniles, and the adorable, tiny panda cubs (in the nursery, if available).

11:00 AM – 1:30 PM: Transfer to Leshan

Relax during the approximately 2.5-hour drive to Leshan City.

01:30 PM – 02:30 PM: Lunch Time (At your own expense)

Enjoy a quick and tasty local Sichuan lunch at a selected restaurant near the Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area.

03:00 PM – 05:00 PM: Marvel at the Giant Buddha

Arrive at Leshan. We recommend the *hiking route* to fully appreciate the scale and artistry of the Buddha. Walk along the cliff-side path, descend the famous “Nine-Bend Plank Walk”, and stand at the feet of the 71-meter tall statue for a truly awe-inspiring experience.

05:00 PM – 07:30 PM: Return Journey to Chengdu ; End tour at Chengdu Tianfu Square

Return drive to Chengdu, with an expected arrival at Chengdu downtown around 7:30 PM. Finally end the tour at Tianfu Square.

Includes

1. Transportation
2. Drop-off in the city center in Tianfu Square
3. English/Chinese-speaking Guide
4. Entry tickets of Panda Base and Leshan Buddha Park
5. Sightseeing bus in Leshan Buddha Park
6. Hotel pick-up (optional)

Excludes

1. Tips
2. Meal
3. Hotel drop-off
4. Sightseeing bus in Panda Base (RMB 30/PAX)