2-day Chengdu Leshan Tour
If you only have two days in Chengdu, and if you love pandas and are interested in the Leshan Giant Buddha, this trip is definitely for you.
Included with every escorted tour
Day 1: Leshan
Chengdu–Leshan Giant Buddha
4+stars Hotel
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After breakfast, you will be picked up from your hotel and driven about 2 hours from Chengdu to visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site – Leshan Giant Buddha.
It is 71 meters high, with ears as long as 7 meters, the backs of its feet as wide as 8.5 meters, and even its little fingernails are higher than those of a normal person. This giant Buddha was built in 713 A.D., and is a symbol of the ancient people’s prayers for peace and prosperity, and protects boatmen from the dangers of the rapids.
You can start from the hill next to the Giant Buddha and climb up to the head of the Buddha to see it up close, then walk down the stone steps to the foot of the Buddha to enjoy the full view of it.(Please note that you may have to queue if you visit the Big Buddha during peak hours.)
Optional Activities
You can enjoy an amazing 30-minute boat ride. The boat will take you to the front of the Giant Buddha to enjoy the wonderful panoramic view.
Day 2: Chengdu
Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding–Chengdu People’s Park–Wuhou Shrine–Old streets of Jinli
Breakfast
Welcome to Chengdu, which is known as the “Land of Abundance”.
In the morning, you will go to Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. This is not only a scientific research base for pandas around the world, but also a cozy home for more than a hundred of pandas. You will be able to observe pandas of all ages eating, playing, rolling on the ground and climbing trees.
In the afternoon, you will step into Chengdu People’s Park to experience the unique leisure and ease of this city. Here you can order a pot of tea and take a nap or join the local people in a game of mahjong and experience the ear cleaning service.
Next, we drove to Wuhou Shrine, which is known as the “mecca of the Three Kingdoms” The most venerated memorial of Zhuge Liang, Liu Bei and other important Shu Han individuals. It is not only an important carrier of the Three Kingdoms culture, but also a treasure of ancient Chinese architectural and sculptural art.
As night falls, you will step into the old street of Jinli, which has ancient buildings, lots of Chengdu snacks and cuisines, and exquisite handicrafts that are lively and interesting folk performances. You will spend an unforgettable night here.
Recommended Evening Activities
Take a stroll down Chunxi Road and have some snacks.
Watch a Chinese kung fu or theater show and you can ask guide to buy tickets for you
Take a walk around Chengdu on your own to experience Chengdu’s residential life.
