Leshan Giant Buddha
Leshan Giant Buddy is a must see in-person experience to appreciate the Chinese culture. Tour guide Tommy was excellent, knowledgeable, friendly, courteous, and professional. Huanglongxi Ancient Town was a relaxing experience, but highly commercialized.
Fantastic guide with Teresa
ITA:
My husband and I found this fantastic guide on TripAdvisor and we are really happy to have chosen Teresa. We arranged the times with her via WeChat and, right on time, she came to pick us up in a comfortable and very clean car.
From the beginning of the trip, she started telling us the history of the Buddha and giving us information about the area, speaking excellent English that was very easy to understand.
Afterward, we went to visit the Leshan Buddha. Before the visit, we asked Teresa for advice on which route was better to choose, the one by boat or the one on foot. She explained the advantages and disadvantages of both options with great clarity, recommending the boat route both to get a better view of the entire statue and because long lines often form along the steps that lead to the base of the Buddha.
After listening to her explanations, we chose the route to take on our own, and Teresa adapted perfectly to our preferences.
After finishing the visit, we went to the ancient town of Huanglongxi. Before arriving, Teresa explained the layout of the town very well, distinguishing the more modern and commercial area from the older and more authentic one.
During the visit, she was always very helpful: she accompanied us to lunch, waited for us at the entrance of shops when we wanted to stop, and, seeing my passion for photography, she often suggested particularly beautiful spots to photograph. She also accompanied us to an original teahouse, where we were able to admire the antique furnishings.
Every time we stopped in front of a historic building, Teresa explained its history and translated the signs and inscriptions for us, thus allowing us to understand much better what we were observing.
Throughout the day, she also provided us with a great deal of useful information about Chengdu, recommending where to eat and which places to visit.
It was a truly pleasant, interesting, and well-organized day. Teresa proved to be a knowledgeable, helpful, and attentive guide to our needs.
I sincerely recommend that everyone rely on Teresa for a visit to Chengdu and its surroundings. We were truly very satisfied with our experience!
ENG:
My husband and I found this fantastic guide on TripAdvisor, and we are really happy that we chose Teresa. We arranged the schedule with her through WeChat and, right on time, she came to pick us up in a very comfortable and clean car.
From the very beginning of the journey, she started telling us about the history of the Buddha and providing us with information about the area. Her English is excellent and very easy to understand.
We then went to visit the Leshan Giant Buddha. Before the visit, we asked Teresa for her advice on which route would be better, whether to take the boat or walk to the Buddha. She clearly explained the advantages and disadvantages of both options and recommended taking the boat, both because it offers a better view of the entire statue and because long queues often form along the steps leading to the Buddha.
After listening to her explanations, we ultimately chose the route ourselves, and Teresa was perfectly happy to adapt to our preference.
After visiting the Buddha, we went to the ancient town of Huanglongxi. Before arriving, Teresa explained the layout of the town very well, pointing out the differences between the newer, more commercial area and the older, more authentic part.
Throughout the visit, she was always extremely helpful. She accompanied us for lunch, waited for us at the entrance of shops when we wanted to look around, and, knowing that I am passionate about photography, often suggested particularly beautiful spots for taking pictures. She also took us to a charming traditional tea house, where we had the opportunity to admire the antique furnishings.
Whenever we stopped in front of a historic building, Teresa explained its history and translated the Chinese signs and inscriptions for us, allowing us to better understand what we were seeing.
During the day, she also gave us lots of useful information about Chengdu, including recommendations on where to eat and which places to visit.
It was a very pleasant, interesting and well-organized day. Teresa proved to be knowledgeable, helpful and genuinely attentive to our needs.
I would sincerely recommend Teresa to anyone looking for a guide in Chengdu and the surrounding area. We were truly very happy with our experience!
事業者からの返答
Thank you for such a detailed and thoughtful review! We're truly honored that you chose us based on TripAdvisor research.
At NewPandaTrip, we believe a great guide doesn't just give answers – they help you ask the right questions. Teresa's role was never to decide for you, but to present clear, honest options so you could choose the experience that matched your own curiosity. That's the core of our private tour philosophy: inform, never impose.
Behind every smooth day is a team that selects guides not just for language skills, but for genuine cultural insight and adaptability – qualities that turn a visit into a meaningful connection. We're so glad the day felt well-paced, personal, and full of discovery.
Thank you again for trusting us. We'd love to welcome you back to explore more of China's hidden stories.
Very nice trip, highly recommend to all who love Chinese culture and unusual places.
Fantastic day trip from Changdu with wonderful Teresa guide. I enjoyed the trip fully. Perfect organization and exact timing, comfortable vehicle and nice road, interesting stories that allow you to deep into the history of these places. So strongly recommend this tour for travellers.
事業者からの返答
Thanks for this! "Deep into history" is exactly what we aim for – not just facts, but the stories and daily life behind them. Our guides are trained to make history feel alive, and we keep the pace relaxed so you never feel rushed. We're so glad the day delivered that experience. Hope to see you again!
A long drive and long walk for a short experience at the Buddha.
We had planned the hiking trip with a visit to the temple at the head of the Buddha but our guide Amanda advised against it and guided uncles to the boat trip. Wasn't quite the experience we had in mind but... ok.
事業者からの返答
Thank you for your honest feedback! We understand that you originally wanted to go on the walking tour. Our guides always give honest advice based on current conditions – such as waiting times of sometimes 2‑3 hours on the stair path and weather conditions – to ensure you get the best possible experience. It is important to emphasise, however, that this advice is never obligatory; the final choice always remains yours. Amanda suggested the boat option to you because it often offers a more complete view and saves a great deal of time, but ultimately you decide what you wish to do. We hope you still enjoyed the impressive views despite the change of plan. We look forward to welcoming you again in future for an experience that fully meets your expectations!
Giant thanks for the giant Buddha
Our guide, Joy, was punctual and knowledgeable. She respected our physical limitations and took care to help us on stairs; she was respectful of our needs.
事業者からの返答
Thank you for sharing this. "Respectful of needs" means a lot to us – it's what private touring should always be about: adapting to you, not the other way around. No fixed scripts, no pressure, just genuine care. Joy embodies that perfectly. We're so glad you felt it.
Leshan Buddha and Ancient Town
First - Yuki was wonderful. Answered all of our questions and added extra color to complete the picture. She is a delightful young lady.
The tour was wonderfully balanced and curated. There was the world heritage UNESCO site - the Leshan Buddha. Then we went for local street food in a little town smattered with restaurant options. Also, with a river view of the “sleeping Buddha”. Then we went to the most delightful ancient town - quaint, idyllic, and just peacefully beautiful.
Mr Ran was a thoughtful and experienced driver. We felt very confident in his hands.
Super pleased with that team - this tour - and our day!!!
事業者からの返答
Hi there, thank you so much for this fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear you loved your Leshan Giant Buddha & Huanglongxi Ancient Town private tour with Yuki and Mr. Ran. Your kind words about their service mean the world to us, and we’re delighted you enjoyed the balanced itinerary, local street food, and beautiful sights. It was a true pleasure hosting you, and we can’t wait to welcome you back to explore more of China with NewPandaTrip soon!
Leshan Buddha Tour and Ancient City.
Great private experience, with top level guide and driver service. I recommend it for those who want a personalized tour.
事業者からの返答
Grazie mille per la tua splendida recensione! Siamo felicissimi che tu abbia apprezzato il tour privato del Buddha di Leshan e del borgo antico di Huanglongxi, e che tu abbia trovato il servizio di guida e autista di altissimo livello e personalizzato. È un grande piacere sapere che consigli il nostro tour ad altri. Speriamo di poterti accogliere di nuovo per esplorare ancora la Cina con NewPandaTrip presto!