6-Day Awe-Inspiring Giant Buddha and Mount Emeishan Tour

6-Day  Trip to Giant Buddha and Emeishan Mountain Highlights

Price to be advised.

Remarks: Please inquire about prices before booking.

Day 1, Chengdu-Arrival.

Meals: N/A

Accommodation：

Chengdu BuddhaZen Hotel (Boutique Hotel) or similar class

Located at Southwestern China, Sichuan is the land with many legends, stunning natural landscapes, unique wildlife, delicious Sichuan cuisine, and splendid culture. You will encounter the lovely giant pandas in Chengdu, touring the world-famous cultural and natural heritage sites, experience the local leisurely lifestyle and taste the renowned Sichuan food. 

Upon arrival, you will be picked up and transferred to the boutique hotel, BuddhaZen. Enjoy and relax at your leisure for the rest of the day.

Day 2, Chengdu

Meals: Buffet Breakfast, Chinese Lunch

Accommodation：

Chengdu BuddhaZen Hotel (Boutique Hotel) or similar class

After breakfast, you will be transferred to see the lovely giant pandas, considered to be the national treasure in the world-famous Panda Research Center and Base. Then, drive back to the downtown core for lunch (a delicious Chinese meal). 

This afternoon, visit the famous Wenshu Temple, one of the most famous Buddhist temples in Sichuan Province, featuring traditional western Sichuan architecture. Explore the nearby  Wenshufang Region where you can find local authentic Sichuan food, antique stores, do some shopping, sightseeing etc. Afterward, take a relaxing stroll at the Kuan Zhai Xiang Zi (Wide and Narrow Alleys), the trendiest neighborhood in Chengdu, featuring a variety of well-preserved architecture, eateries, cafes, and shops.

Day 3, Chengdu-Dujiangyan-Chengdu

Meals: Buffet Breakfast, Chinese Lunch

Accommodation：

Chengdu BuddhaZen Hotel (Boutique Hotel) or similar class

This morning, you will head for Dujiangyan and visit the World Heritage Site, Dujiangyan Irrigation System which is considered to be the oldest, most-preserved irrigation system in the world. It is an extraordinary example of ancient Chinese ingenuity. Depending on the time, you will visit the famous sites in the Dujiangyan Irrigation System. Next, visit one of the birthplaces of Taoism and one of the most important Taoist centers, Mount Qingchen (round way cable car incl.). Surrounded by stunning natural landscapes, the mountain features fascinating views, cultural relics, and fascinating ancient architectural styles. Lunch will be served with a local Chinese meal during the tour. After the tour, drive back to the hotel in Chengdu.

Day 4, Chengdu-Leshan-Emeishan

Activities: River Cruise on Mianjiang River

Meals: Buffet breakfast, Chinese Lunch

Accommodation:

Hongzhushan **** or similar class

This morning, you will be transferred (150km around 2.5 hours) to Leshan to visit the famous Giant Buddha. The Giant Buddha took around 90 years to construct in the Tang Dynasty. With a total height of 71 m (233ft), it is considered to be the largest and tallest Buddha statue in the world. You will climb up to Buddha from its feet to the top and discover the fantastic size of the Giant Buddha. After the tour, you will take a leisure cruise on the Min Jiang River and get the panoramic view of the Giant Buddha. Lunch will be served as Chinese meal during the tour. After that, you will be transferred to one of the most important sacred mountains in Buddhism, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site - Mount Emeishan. Upon arrival, you will visit the famous Baoguo Temple. Overnight at Mount Emeishan.

Day 5 Emeishan-Chengdu

Meals: Buffet Breakfast, Chinese Lunch

Accommodation：

Chengdu BuddhaZen Hotel (Boutique Hotel) or similar class 

This morning, you will be driven to Huangwan Bus Station and transfer to the sightseeing bus to Leidongping parking lot. You can walk the half hour to Jieying Hall and take the cable car up to the Golden Summit (3077m). You will have the chance to see the stunning sea of clouds (depending on the weather). After touring around the site, return back to Leidongping park lot and take the sightseeing bus to the Wannian Tempe parking lot.  

Next, you can take the cable car up to the renowned, Wannian Temple which is considered to be the first temple built on Mount Emeishan.  Continue on to visit the beautiful Qingyin Pavilion. After that, you will stroll along the pathways and see the wild monkeys there. Lunch will be served as a delecious  local Chinese meal during the tour. After the tour, drive back to Chengdu.

Day 6 Chengdu-departure.

Meals: Buffet breakfast

Today, you are free until being transferred to the airport for the departure flight. Thus, the end your memorable trip in Sichuan.