Sichuan Highlights: Pandas, Sacred Mountains & Culinary Heritage

Discover the vibrant culture and breathtaking scenery of Sichuan. From close encounters with giant pandas at the Chengdu Research Base and marveling at the colossal Leshan Giant Buddha to strolling ancient teahouses and savoring world-famous UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage cuisine, this 7-day curated journey reveals the laid-back rhythm and rich history of Southwest China.

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See giant pandas at their most active during an early visit to the Chengdu Research Base.
Experience Chengdu's laid-back rhythm over tea in People's Park and dinner at a Sichuan hotpot restaurant.
View the 71-meter Leshan Giant Buddha from the river and learn the story behind its construction.
Ride above the clouds to Mount Emei's sacred Golden Summit and visit historic Wannian Temple.
Explore the ancient Dujiangyan irrigation system and the Taoist landscapes of Mount Qingcheng.
Cook classic Sichuan dishes and follow local flavors through Chengdu's traditional streets.

Day 01 :

Arrival in Chengdu & Kuanzhai Alley

Meet your local host and private driver on arrival, then transfer to your independently booked hotel. In the evening, take a relaxed walk through Kuanzhai Alley—the Wide and Narrow Alleys—to discover restored courtyards, teahouses, and local snacks.

Day 02 :

Giant Panda Base & Chengdu Teahouse Culture

Visit the Chengdu Research Base early, when the giant pandas are usually most active, and learn about conservation and breeding work. Spend the afternoon in a bamboo chair at a People's Park teahouse before sharing an authentic Sichuan hotpot dinner.

Day 03 :

Leshan Giant Buddha & Mount Emei

Travel to Leshan and board a riverboat for the classic full-height view of the 71-meter Giant Buddha carved into the cliff. Continue by private vehicle to the Mount Emei area and settle in near the sacred mountain.

Day 04 :

Mount Emei Sacred Mountain Exploration

Use the mountain shuttle and cable car to reach the Golden Summit, where temples and the ten-faced Samantabhadra statue rise above the clouds. Visit historic Wannian Temple as conditions allow, then return to Chengdu in the evening.

Day 05 :

Dujiangyan & Mount Qingcheng

Explore the UNESCO-listed Dujiangyan irrigation system, an engineering achievement that has regulated the Min River for more than two millennia. Continue to forested Mount Qingcheng, revered as a birthplace of Taoism, for temples and tranquil mountain paths.

Day 06 :

Sichuan Cooking Workshop & Jinli Street

Join a hands-on workshop to learn the ingredients and techniques behind classic Sichuan flavors. Later, stroll lantern-lit Jinli Ancient Street with your host, sampling regional specialties and browsing traditional craft shops.

Day 07 :

Chengdu Departure

Enjoy a free morning for a neighborhood walk or last-minute souvenir shopping, depending on your flight time. Your private driver will transfer you to Chengdu Shuangliu or Tianfu International Airport for departure.

Sichuan Highlights: Pandas, Sacred Mountains & Culinary Heritage

Sichuan Highlights: Pandas, Sacred Mountains & Culinary Heritage

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