Panda and Leshan Buddha Private Tour
Description
Enjoy two of Chengdu’s most iconic experiences in a single, well-paced day—without the stress of planning. Led by a Chengdu local who speaks fluent English, this private tour offers flexible scheduling, comfortable hotel transfers, and deep cultural insights. Visit the Panda Breeding Base in the morning before the crowds arrive, then explore the awe-inspiring Leshan Giant Buddha in the afternoon. Perfect for travelers looking to make the most of their time in Chengdu.
Tour Options
Itinerary
1. Up-close views of giant pandas as they eat, play, and nap in natural-style outdoor enclosures. 2. Visit the nursery area, where you may spot adorable cubs (seasonal). 3. Explore the red panda zone and learn about China's conservation efforts. 4. Your guide shares engaging insights into panda behavior and research. 5. Flexible pacing to avoid crowds and ensure a relaxed, personalized experience.
1. Marvel at the world’s largest stone Buddha statue (71 meters tall), carved into a cliff over 1,200 years ago. 2. Explore Lingyun Temple and surrounding trails with panoramic views of the Minjiang River. 3. Learn the fascinating history and spiritual significance behind this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We'll pick you up in the hotel lobby.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(22)
Changdu V.I.P. Meeting Changdu, visiting the Pandas and the great Buddha with Liu Ji was a huge privilege. Professional work with mastery . Arrived even before time to pick us up at the hotel and leave early to be able to see the pandas in a special way. He guided us through the park and we can enjoy the best way , without wasting time and enjoying the panda activity at the coolest time. He also always informed us about the habits and curiosities of those so special animals. Then we went to see the great Buddha and he is an excellent driver and the car is always clean and cold! Always concerned to offer us the best and tell the local curiosities always leaving us very much at will. A super productive and light day! Note 10!
Thank you so much, Joao. It was a real pleasure spending the day with both of you. Your warmth, kindness, and good energy made the whole day very enjoyable for me too. I’m truly happy that Chengdu gave you such a beautiful memory. Wishing you both all the best, and I hope our paths cross again.
It was all so beautiful and truly perfect. I couldn't have asked for anything better. The organization and efficiency are almost surreal, Mr. Ji was helpful and clear from start to finish. Impeccable customer service. I spent the day with Mr. Wang and Cindy and they were exceptional. They came to pick me up, waited for me, listened to me and organized the day in the absolute best way even though it was the weekend of May 1st (which means a holiday, therefore all of China was traveling). Mr. Wang is an excellent driver and very kind and Cindy is thoughtful and tried in every way to make my day special and she succeeded. I highly recommend it and I can say that I have spent few days as beautiful and warm as this one. Congratulations to everyone, you are exceptional and I'm not exaggerating, in fact, you did my heart good today. Keep up the good work.
Thank you so much, Alessia, Your words truly mean a lot to us. I’m very happy that everything went smoothly and that the team could take good care of you during such a busy holiday period. I hope Chengdu stays with you as a beautiful memory.
We had an excellent panda and Leshan tour with Ji. Communication was great in advance of tour. Ji was a great guide and gave us a lot of information without information overload. He also found us a great restaurant to eat lunch at.
Thank you so much, Renae, It was a real pleasure spending the day with you. I really appreciated your kindness throughout the tour, and I’m happy the day felt comfortable and enjoyable for you. I hope Chengdu stays as a lovely memory from your trip.
Perfect for those who want to squeeze a lot in, with minimal mental effort and maximum enjoyment. Our guide Ji was extremely knowledgeable, kind and helpful. Great suggestions for authentic, delicious and affordable lunch. Went the extra mile ny dropping us off at a different location, perfect advice for evening meal and activity and extremely kindly returned an item we’d left in his car! Could not ask for more! Pandas were lovely and the giant Buddha was very impressive.
Thank you so much, John, It was such a fun day with you and Becky. You both brought such great energy, super easy to be around, and it honestly made the whole day even more enjoyable on my side as well. I also really appreciated the UK travel tips you shared with me. I’ll definitely keep those in mind when I make it there one day. Hope the rest of your trip keeps getting better.
Great tour. Maggie was my guide and she was very knowlegable and nice. Just go as early as you can to both attractions.
Thank you so much, William, I’m really glad you had a great day with us. Starting early does make a big difference for both the Panda Base and Leshan, so I’m happy the timing worked well. Really appreciate your support.
Li was such a great tour guide! We had plenty of time to spend with the pandas taking pictures and enjoying watching them. He took us to a local place in Leshan for lunch and made some great suggestions for local food. He was very knowledgeable and a great, safe driver. Wonderful day and we would highly recommend his tour services.
Thank you so much, Teri, I also had a great day with both of you. I really enjoyed our conversations, especially all the cooking tips you shared with me. Your advice on how to make a good steak really stuck with me, and I’m definitely going to try it myself. I’m very happy you enjoyed the pandas, Leshan, and the local lunch. Thank you again for your kind support and recommendation.
Great day with Ji to see the pandas and then the Leshan Buddha. Ji was great at helping navigate the Panda reserve to make sure we saw a LOT of pandas and babies. Leshan Buddha was cool but it is a bit of a ride to get there so just be aware you will be in the car quite a bit! But if you are interested in Buddhism, it’s a pretty unique experience to see the giant figure carved into the wall
Thank you so much, Jamie, I really appreciate your support. It was a pleasure to spend the day with you and your parents. I hope this became a lovely memory from your time in Chengdu.
We shared a brilliant day with Ji visiting the pandas in the morning and the big Buddha in the afternoon. Ji spoke excellent English. He is a very professional tour guide. He never rushed us when photographing the pandas, always finding us the best positions to see and photograph these incredible bears. We got to see some cubs who were about 7 months old climbing trees in very natural enclosures - a very special experience. We were treated to an authentic Leshan lunch before visiting the big Buddha. Ji ordered us fantastic food and we shared a local litchi drink - delicious meal in a local restaurant - who would have thought scrambled eggs and tomato tasted so good! Then we went to visit the big stone Buddha. We took the boat. This is the best option in busy periods as the walk up and down to view the big Buddha is over crowded. Also the boat trip gives you the best view of this UNESCO site. Ji once again found the best view for our photographs. Thank you Ji for making our time in Chengdu so special.
Thank you so much, Linda, I’m so happy this day became such a special part of your time in Chengdu. Wishing you both many more beautiful memories on your travels.
Ji was in contact immediately after we booked and kept us informed of travel arrangements. We were met on time at the correct place and were transported around in a comfortable and spotlessly clean vehicle. Ji was engaging and always made sure we got the best vantage points. We got to see numerous pandas being active and the big Buddha. Our trip included lunch, which became an informal food tour. Food was exceptionally good at a local restaurant in Leshan. We found Ji very helpful and engaging and we really enjoyed the day. A highlight of our China trip so far. Highly recommended.
Thank you so much, Paul. I’m really happy I got to spend such a lovely day with you both. You were both so warm, and it was truly a pleasure to be around you. Thank you as well for supporting my work. I wish you both all the very best.
I had a great tour to the panda breeding complex and to the boat ride to see Leshan. Sylvia was my giide and she was great. She very expertly took me through the panda area. She rode the ferry to see the giant budda. She had alot of information and was entertaining. Please get an early start to get to both attractions as early as possible. Crowds are crazy. Take water if you go in summer. Car was comfortable.
Thank you so much, William, I’m really glad you had such a good day with us. It’s wonderful to know the whole experience was enjoyable for you, from the pandas to Leshan. I also really appreciate you sharing those practical tips for future travelers. Wishing you all the best for the rest of your travels.
