Overview

A two-day private excursion from Chengdu that covers three UNESCO World Heritage sites without rushing: the Dujiangyan irrigation system and Mount Qingcheng on day one, then the Leshan Giant Buddha on day two. One hotel night is included, and the order can be reversed to suit your flights.

Highlights

  • Three UNESCO sites in two days
  • Dujiangyan's 2,200-year-old irrigation system
  • Mount Qingcheng, birthplace of Taoism
  • Leshan Giant Buddha, 71 metres, carved into the river cliff
  • One night in a 4-star hotel with breakfast
  • Private vehicle and guide for both days

Itinerary

Day 1Day Trip to Dujiangyan & Qingcheng Mountain

Morning — Dujiangyan Irrigation System
Discover the Dujiangyan Irrigation System, a 2,200-year-old UNESCO World Heritage Site built to tame the Min River. Its ingenious channels, embankments, and spillways, made with nothing more than bamboo, stones, and skilled labor, still control flooding and water the fields of the Sichuan plain. Walk across the Anlan Cable Bridge to appreciate the scale of this enduring engineering marvel.

Afternoon — Qingcheng Mountain
Hike Qingcheng Mountain, a Taoist sanctuary shrouded in misty forests and long revered as a birthplace of Taoism. Visit the Tianshi Cave, associated with the origins of the Taoist tradition, and savor Taoist vegetarian dishes at a hillside temple. The serene paths and forested slopes make an ideal setting for quiet reflection.

Evening — At Your Leisure
The evening is yours to enjoy at your leisure back in Chengdu.

Accommodation: Mercure , Hempton by Hilton , Shangri-La Hotel , JW Marriott , Ritz-Karlton Chengdu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 2Leshan Giant Buddha, Wide and Narrow Alley

Morning — Leshan Giant Buddha
Drive to Leshan and come face to face with the Giant Buddha, a 71-meter statue carved into a cliff face during the Tang Dynasty. Begun in the 8th century, it is the largest stone Buddha in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Look up at the serene figure, whose head alone stands about 15 meters tall.

Afternoon — Boat Ride & Return to Chengdu
Take a boat ride along the river for a full-body view of the Buddha, or hike down the narrow stairway to stand at its toes. Afterward, return to Chengdu.

Evening — Wide and Narrow Alley
Enjoy free time at Wide and Narrow Alley, a trio of restored Qing-era lanes whose courtyards now house teahouses, cafes, and craft shops. It is a relaxed place to soak up Chengdu's unhurried atmosphere in the evening.

Accommodation: Mercure , Hempton by Hilton , Shangri-La Hotel , JW Marriott , Ritz-Karlton Chengdu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Booking Price

Group Size Adult(Age:8-80) Price/p.p Child(Age:4-7) Price/p.p Infant(Age:0-3) Price/p.p
2 PAX from $749 / /
4 PAX from $567 / /
6 PAX from $510 / /
8 PAX from $480 / /
10 PAX from $420 / /
20 PAX from $380 / /
30 PAX from $364 / /

Includes

  • Meals as listed in the daily itinerary (breakfasts and lunches as shown)
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver throughout
  • English-speaking local guide (Spanish, French, German, Italian, Russian or Japanese on request)
  • All entrance fees for the sites listed, including shuttle buses, eco-buses and cable cars where the site requires them
  • Local handling and coordination service throughout the programme
  • Bottled water (2 bottles per person per day) and audio headsets where group size requires them
  • Travel accident insurance for the duration of the tour

Excludes

  • International air tickets and any domestic flights not listed in the itinerary
  • China visa or visa-free entry documentation fees
  • Meals not specified in the daily itinerary and all beverages/alcohol
  • Tips for guides, drivers and hotel staff (suggested USD 8-12 per person per day)
  • Personal expenses: laundry, telephone, minibar, shopping
  • Optional activities and any item not listed under Price Includes
  • Single-room supplement if a traveller requires a room alone

Trip Notes

Please read the notes below before you book. They cover entry formalities, pace, weather and what to bring.

Q: Is this tour private or shared?
A: It is a private tour. Only your own party travels with the guide and vehicle, so the pace and the order of stops can be adjusted on the day.

Q: What is the best season for this itinerary?
A: April to June and September to November bring the mildest weather and clearest light. The programme runs year round, and we adjust the daily timings in mid-summer and winter.

Q: Can you handle dietary requirements and accessibility needs?
A: Yes. Vegetarian, halal, gluten-free and allergy-aware menus are arranged when you tell us in advance. Step-free and low-mobility versions of the route can also be planned.

Q: How do we book and pay?
A: Send us your travel dates and group size for a same-day quotation. A deposit confirms the booking, the balance is due before arrival, and prices are guaranteed for 7 days.

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