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Private Panda Base and Leshan Buddha Day Tour from Chongqing
5.0(1)Chongqing10–11 hours
TRIPADVISOR5.0(1)
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At a glance
Duration
10–11 hours
Price from
$327 / person
Location
Chongqing, China
Rating
5.0 / 5 · 1 reviews
Languages
CMN, EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Hotel pickup
Available
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Samtour of Chengdu OTC Travel
Description
Visit two of China's top attractions on this private full-day tour to the Chengdu Panda Base and the UNESCO World Heritage–listed Grand Buddha in Leshan. Get an early start to see the pandas in action and enjoy photo ops of baby and adult panda bears. Then travel to Leshan for a guided tour of the Grand Buddha, the world’s biggest stone Buddha sculpture. Visit the Buddha’s adjacent temples, and admire the surrounding scenery of rivers and forest. Travel in comfort with a private guide and driver; lunch and Chongqing hotel pickup are included for added convenience.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
7:30 AM
Next available
Sun, Oct 11
Adult (ages 12+)
$327
Child (ages 3–11)
$183
Infant (ages 0–2)
Free
Prices are per person when two book together; a solo traveller pays $454.
Larger groups pay less per person.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 10.
Tour Options
Private Panda and Buddha Tour
Pickup included
Itinerary
Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
Admission included120 min
Your day trip starts with pickup from Chongqing hotel and you will get the train tickets from the driver. It takes about 1.5h to Chengdu. Your private guide and driver will meet you at the exit of Chengdu Station and you will head directly to the Chengdu Panda Base (aka the Panda Breeding Center, officially known as the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding), located about 30 minutes outside of central Chengdu.
Your guide leads you through different areas to see baby and adult giant pandas, as well as red pandas, cat-like animals that are not closely related to giant pandas but are still pretty cute. Learn about the protection of panda bears in the wild and recent achievements in breeding, feeding and reintroduction to the wilderness.
Leshan Giant Buddha
Admission included120 min
Enjoy authentic Chinese lunch before travel to Leshan, relax and see the countryside scenery during the drive to Giant Buddha, part of a UNESCO World Heritage site inscribed as 'Mount Emei Scenic Area, including Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Area.'
Work started on the Grand Buddha in the year 713 and was completed in 803 after several delays. Carved out of a cliff next to the confluence of the Minjiang, Dadu and Qingyi rivers, the massive sculpture stands 233 feet (71 meters) high and measures 92 feet (28 meters) wide. It is the largest carved stone Buddha in the world by far.
Begin your tour of the site at the Grand Buddha Temple (Lingyun Temple), which sits behind the Buddha’s giant head . Inside the temple, view intricate sculptures and wall decorations, and then follow your guide down a trail that leads to the base of the Buddha. Get enough good photos of this wonder before head to train station and back to Chongqing.
What's included
Included
Professional English-speaking guide
Round-trip bullet train tickets
Lunch
Chongqing Hotel pickup
Entry/Admission - Chengdu Panda Base
Private comfortable air-conditioned vehicle
Entry/Admission - Leshan Buddha(optional hiking ticket or boat ticket)
Not included
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
Departure point: Free picking up service from your city hotel or residence in Chongqing.
Return point: Returns to original departure point.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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How it compares in Chongqing
Starting price $327 is 60% above the typical $205 for tours of similar length in Chongqing
Excurgo comparison of 322 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Drop-off at the Chengdu airport is possible at the end of your tour; if you would like to be dropped off at the airport, contact the local tour operator after booking; contact information will be on your confirmation voucher
Infants two year and younger are free of charge
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private Panda Base and Leshan Buddha Day Tour from Chongqing take?
Private Panda Base and Leshan Buddha Day Tour from Chongqing lasts about 10–11 hours. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Private Panda Base and Leshan Buddha Day Tour from Chongqing cost?
Prices start at $327 per person for this Chongqing experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. That is the per-person price when two book together; a solo traveller pays $454. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Panda Base and Leshan Buddha Day Tour from Chongqing run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:30 AM.
How much does Private Panda Base and Leshan Buddha Day Tour from Chongqing cost for children?
Children aged 3–11 pay from $183, adults from $327. Infants go free.
Can I cancel Private Panda Base and Leshan Buddha Day Tour from Chongqing for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Departure point: Free picking up service from your city hotel or residence in Chongqing.
Return point: Returns to original departure point. Pickup points include Laifu Hotel, Dizhou Grand Hotel.
What languages is Private Panda Base and Leshan Buddha Day Tour from Chongqing offered in?
The experience is available in CMN, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Infants two year and younger are free of charge
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Private Panda Base and Leshan Buddha Day Tour from Chongqing worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Samtour of Chengdu OTC Travel.
Reviews(1)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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francescasD8261UL
October 6, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
A wonderful day
We had a wonderful day exploring Chengdu with Cindy! She was a fantastic guide, very kind, knowledgeable, and attentive throughout the whole day. She took us to see the adorable pandas and showed us some of the most interesting places in the city.
One of the highlights was visiting People’s Park, where we enjoyed a fantastic tea at one of the oldest teahouses in the city. Cindy also shared lots of interesting information about Chengdu, its history, culture, and local traditions.
We really enjoyed spending the day with her and would highly recommend Cindy to anyone visiting Chengdu!
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