3 Days Chengdu City Tour
Tour Overview
LyingĀ in the heart of Sichuan, Chengdu, renowned as the āHeavenly LandāĀ (Tianfu Zhi Guo), is a city where ancient culture melts inĀ modern charm,Ā creating a cozy and relaxing atmosphere.Ā AndĀ it is alsoĀ where the iconic giant panda reigns as a global mascot. This 3-day Chengdu city tour invites you to dive into the cityās rich heritage, savor its world-famous spicy cuisine (e.g. hotpot, Mapo Tofu), and also spend unforgettable moments with its most beloved residents, the adorable giant pandas. No matter what you're expecting for a trip, this curated itinerary will definitely satisfy you through exploring Chengduās soul.
Travel destination: Chengdu
Suitable for: Families, culture enthusiasts, food lovers
Tour type: Private
Highlights of this tour:
- Panda Cuddles & Conservation: Getting close with playful giant pandas at the Chengdu Breeding Baseright after getting up, watching them munch bamboo or nap.
- Three Kingdoms Immersion: Explore Wuhou Temple (memorial to strategist Zhuge Liang) and Jinli Old Street, reviving the spirit of ancient Shu Kingdom with tea houses, folk crafts, and local snacks like dandan noodle.
- 3,000-Year-Old History at Jinsha Site: Discover the ancient Shu civilizationās secrets at this archaeological gem. Explore the golden relics (e.g., “Sun Bird Disc”) and artifacts telling stories of a 3,000-year-old culture.
- Sichuan Cuisine Adventure: Indulge in authentic flavorsāfrom numbing-spicy hotpot to hidden eateries.
Day-by-day Itinerary
- Day 1: Chengdu Arrival
Our driver will be waiting for you at the exit of Chengdu airport / train station by holding a welcome sign with your name. Then you will be transferred to the hotel. Please enjoy your free time in the rest of the day.
Accommodation: Hotel booked on your own
- Day 2: ChengduGiant Panda Center, Wuhou Temple, Jinli Old Street (Lunch)
AM: At around 08:30, our English speaking tour guide and driver will pick you up from Chengdu downtown hotel, and your amazing exploration begins!
The first scenic site will be theĀ excitingĀ Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base, which is well known for the protection and breeding of the endangered giant pandas which are unique to China. The base is definitely a highlight for most visitors to Chengdu. There are adorable pandas everywhere. You can watch them eating bamboo, playing with each other, and of course sleeping. Your tour guide will navigate you through the huge area, share some information about the pandas, and help you take amazing photos.
Noon: Lunch at local restaurant.
Pandas in Chengde Panda Base In the afternoon pay a visit to Wuhou TempleĀ ā the memorial temple of Zhuge Liang, the outstanding strategist of Shu Kingdom in the Three Kingdoms Period (220-280). After that you will take a walk inĀ Jinli Old Street. That street used to be one of the oldest and busiest commercial streets of Shu Kingdom. In that street tourists will see some typical elements of Chengdu lifestyle. E.g. Tea houses, taverns, bars, local snacks, handcrafts, local specialties, etc.
Accommodation: Hotel booked on your own
Chengdu Jinli Pedestrian Street - Day 3: Chengdu DepartureJinsha Site Museum (Lunch)
AM: Today is the last day of your Chengdu Stay. You will head to visit the Wide and Narrow Alley. It is typical Qing Dynasty West Sichuan architecture style. You will wander at the allies here and listen to the informative explanation about the ever history and story of this places. Then you will be escorted to visit one more highlight site in Chengdu ā theĀ Jinsha Site Museum. It is an excellent place to learn about Chengdu's history. There are thousands of cultural relics that can date back to 3000 years ago. You will follow your knowledgeable tour guide to appreciate the precious artifacts such as golden sun bird disc, golden mask, bronze standing figure and stone tiger, and get to know the stories behind them. You also can enjoy a leisurely walk around the lovely park.
Noon: Lunch at local restaurant.
PM: After then you will be escorted to airport/train station to depart to your next destination.
Jinsha Site Museum
Tour Price Per Person
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$502 |
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$177 |
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