This is one of Chengdu’s most popular and well-balanced one-day tours, ideal for first-time visitors, families with kids, couples, and travelers looking to combine wildlife charm with iconic cultural landmarks in a single day.
Chengdu is globally famous for its adorable giant pandas and the breathtaking Leshan Giant Buddha, the world’s largest stone-carved Buddha statue. This tour perfectly blends the city’s two most beloved experiences: a close-up encounter with giant pandas in their natural habitat, and an up-close visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Leshan Giant Buddha, carved into a cliff face over 1,300 years ago.
It is a journey of both heartwarming wildlife moments and awe-inspiring ancient craftsmanship. You will enjoy watching pandas eat, play, and rest in their enclosures, then stand in awe before the towering Leshan Giant Buddha, a marvel of ancient engineering and devotion. This blend of cuteness and grandeur offers a well-rounded and unforgettable experience.
🐼 Get close to adorable giant pandas at Panda Park
🗿 Visit the iconic Leshan Giant Buddha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
👩🏫 Professional English-speaking local guide throughout the trip
🎁 Free cultural souvenirs as a gift
🚌 Private round-trip transfer with hotel pick-up & drop-off
Type
Price
Theme
Physical Demands
Destinations
Private Guided Tour
From $XXX USD
Wildlife / Culture / World Heritage / Family-Friendly
●●●○ (Low-Moderate)
Chengdu / Leshan
Quick Facts
| Item | Details |
| Duration | Full Day (approx. 11 hours) |
| Departure/Return | Chengdu downtown hotel pick-up & drop-off |
| Group Type | Private Tour (No shared groups) |
| Language | English-speaking local guide |
| Highlights | Giant pandas, Leshan Giant Buddha, Buddhist culture & river scenery |
| Difficulty | Easy to moderate, suitable for most visitors |
Daily Itinerary
| Time | Itinerary Details |
| 07:30-08:00 | You will be picked up from your downtown Chengdu hotel by private vehicle. |
| 08:10-10:00 | Explore Panda Park. Watch lovely giant pandas playing, eating and resting in comfortable habitats. |
| 10:00-12:00 | Drive to Leshan to visit the Giant Buddha Scenic Area. |
| 12:00-13:00 | Lunch on your own. Multiple local restaurants are available around the scenic area. |
| 13:30-16:30 | Sightsee Leshan Giant Buddha. Marvel at the world’s largest stone Buddha statue and enjoy the confluence view of three rivers. Learn about its profound history and Buddhist culture.（You can choose to take a mountain climbing tour or a boat tour） |
| 16:30-18:30 | Start the return trip to Chengdu. You will arrive back at your hotel in the city center. |
✅ Inclusions
- Round-trip private air-conditioned vehicle transfer
- Entrance tickets to Panda Park and Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area
- Full-day English-speaking local guide service
- Complimentary cultural souvenirs
- Door-to-door pick-up and drop-off at downtown Chengdu hotels
❌ Exclusions
- Lunch, dinner, snacks and all kinds of beverages (self-catered)
- Optional cruise tickets and other extra charges inside the scenic area
- Personal expenses and service tips
