Giant Panda Base, Chengdu
A leading panda breeding and research center where visitors can observe giant pandas. Morning is usually best because the animals are more active around feeding time.
Sichuan
Land of Abundance — Pandas, Paradise Valleys, and the Birthplace of Hotpot
Recommended: 4-6 DaysDiscover Sichuan
Sichuan is one of China’s most captivating provinces. It is home to giant pandas, the jewel-toned alpine lakes of Jiuzhaigou, and one of the country’s most influential culinary traditions.
From Chengdu’s laid-back teahouses to the sacred peaks of Mount Emei, Sichuan combines wildlife, dramatic landscapes, living culture, and serious flavor in a journey that rewards unhurried exploration.
View Tour Packages
Top Attractions
Jiuzhaigou Valley
A UNESCO World Heritage landscape of multicolored lakes, waterfalls, forests, and snow-capped peaks, often described as a fairyland on earth.
Leshan Giant Buddha
The world’s largest carved stone Buddha, standing 71 meters high at the meeting point of three rivers and created more than 1,200 years ago.
Chengdu Teahouses & Hotpot
Slow down in a traditional bamboo-chair teahouse, then experience an authentic Sichuan hotpot dinner adapted to your preferred spice level.
Sichuan Tour Packages
Private itineraries with an English-speaking guide, flexible pacing, and door-to-door transfers.
Prices are starting estimates based on two travelers sharing. Final quotes vary by travel dates, group size, hotel and flight availability, and selected activities.
4 DaysChengdu Panda & Culture Tour
Itinerary Overview
- Day 1: Arrival — Jinli Ancient Street — Sichuan opera face-changing show
- Day 2: Giant Panda Base — Wenshu Temple — traditional teahouse
- Day 3: Dujiangyan Irrigation System — Qingcheng Mountain
- Day 4: Chengdu food tour — departure
What's Included
- Private English-speaking guide
- 4-star hotel (3 nights)
- All scheduled meals
- Entrance fees
- Private vehicle
- Airport transfers
Not Included
- International flights
- Personal expenses and travel insurance
- Single room supplement ($200)
From$799per person
Physical Level: Easy (2/5)
Inquire Now5 DaysJiuzhaigou Paradise Tour
Itinerary Overview
- Day 1: Arrival — Chengdu food tour
- Day 2: Travel to Jiuzhaigou — Nuorilang Waterfall — Five Flower Lake
- Day 3: Jiuzhaigou full day — Long Lake, Mirror Lake, Pearl Shoal
- Day 4: Huanglong travertine pools — return to Chengdu
- Day 5: Giant Panda Base — departure
What's Included
- Private English-speaking guide
- 4-star hotels (4 nights)
- All scheduled meals
- Entrance fees
- Private vehicle and airport transfers
- Round-trip Chengdu–Jiuzhaigou transport as quoted
Not Included
- International flights
- Personal expenses and travel insurance
- Single room supplement ($280)
From$1,299per person
Physical Level: Moderate (3/5)
Inquire Now
6 DaysSichuan Grand Discovery
Itinerary Overview
- Day 1: Arrival — Chengdu food tour
- Day 2: Giant Panda Base — Dujiangyan
- Day 3: Leshan Giant Buddha — transfer to Emeishan
- Day 4: Mount Emei Golden Summit
- Day 5: Travel to Jiuzhaigou — valley exploration
- Day 6: Huanglong — departure from Jiuzhaigou
What's Included
- Private English-speaking guide
- 4-star hotels (5 nights)
- All scheduled meals
- Entrance fees
- Private vehicle and airport transfers
- Domestic transport listed in the confirmed quote
Not Included
- International flights
- Personal expenses and travel insurance
- Single room supplement ($350)
From$1,599per person
Physical Level: Moderate (3/5)
Inquire NowPractical Information
Best Time
March–May and September–November. Jiuzhaigou is especially popular in October when forests turn gold and red; expect higher demand.
Getting There
Fly into Chengdu Tianfu (TFU) or Shuangliu (CTU). Jiuzhaigou Huanglong Airport (JZH) has seasonal and schedule-dependent connections.
What to Bring
Comfortable shoes, layers for mountain temperature changes, any usual medication, and plenty of memory space for photos.
Language
English-speaking guide included. Russian-speaking guides can be requested in advance.