Private Day Tour to Chengdu from Shanghai by Air: Leshan Giant Buddha and Pandas | La Vacanza Travel

Private Day Tour to Chengdu from Shanghai by Air: Leshan Giant Buddha and Pandas

Duration: 8 to 10 hours
Destination: China, Shanghai Region, Shanghai
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  • 8 to 10 hours
  • Shanghai
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Discover the incredible UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites of Leshan Giant Buddha and cute panda bears on a private tour from Shanghai by plane. Greeted by a knowledgeable guide, discover the incredible UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites of Leshan Giant Buddha, marvel at the world’s largest stone Buddha statue from different view. Explore Lingyun Temple and Wuyou Temple and enjoy a boat cruise for the panoramic view of Giant Buddha. Spend some leisure time at Chengdu Panda Base to see the Giant pandas including new born babies, teenagers and adult pandas. Learn about the different stages of panda’s life from infancy to adulthood. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, plane ticket, entrance fee, boat ride and lunch. You can choose to end your tour in Chengdu or return Shanghai.

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Pass By: Airport Avenue (1) Toll Gate, China, Shang Hai Shi, Pu Dong Xin Qu, G1501上海绕城高速出口5Q89+F2Q 邮政编码: 201207

Your driver will pick you up in your Shanghai Hotel's lobby and you will be transferred to airport for a 2.5 hour flight to Chengdu.

Upon arrival, your local guide will hold your name sign waiting for you at the exit of the arrival hall. 

Stop At: Leshan Giant Buddha (Da Fo), No.2435 Lingyun Street, Shizhong District, Leshan 614000 China

Hop on your private air-conditioned vehicle to Leshan Giant Buddha(approx.2.5 hours), relax on the way and enjoy beautiful countryside view.

As the UNESCO Sites, construction of the Leshan Buddha, begun in the year 713 in the Tang Dynasty, and finished in the year 803, the statue took people more than 90 years to carve. During these years, thousands of workers had expended their efforts and wisdom on the project. As the biggest carved stone Buddha in the world, the Giant Buddha is featured in poetry, song and story.

Follow your tour guide to explore the whole area, you will view Buddha from different view.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Lingyun Temple, On the Mountain of Lingyun, Center District, Leshan 614000 China

Your first stop is the Lingyun Temple which located behind the Grand Buddha’s head. Marvel at the elaborate construction of the Buddha's coiled hair, which is made up of around 1,020 twisted buns. Walk inside and marvel at the intricate sculptures and wall designs of the temple. Then absorb panoramic views of three rivers converging prettily below.

Then, follow your guide walk down approximately 30 minutes toward the left side of the Grand Buddha. When you reach the bottom, gasp at the 233-foot (71-meter) height of the largest carved Buddha in the entire world and capture fantastic photographs of the sacred site.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Wuyou Temple, Wuyou Mountain, Center District, Leshan 614000 China

Next, explore the right side of the Buddha to discover the Wuyou Temple which contains an abundance of terra-cotta sculptures and calligraphic paintings.

Stroll around the temple with your tour guide, learn more information about the Buddhism.

If the line to Wuyou Temple too long, you will take a river cruise for the panoramic view of Giant Buddha instead.

Enjoy lunch in the local restaurant, then heading to Chengdu Panda Breeding Base.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Giant Panda Breeding Research Base (Xiongmao Jidi), No.1375 Xiongmao Avenue the Outside Northern Third Ring Road, Chenghua District, Chengdu 610081 China

Upon arrival, spend some leisure time to see the Giant pandas including new born babies, teenagers and adult pandas. Learn about the different stages of panda’s life from infancy to adulthood. Visit the research laboratory, the museum, the panda playground, the animal hospital, and the facility's beautiful lake. You can take photos these enchanting and endangered creatures as they relax in their natural environment.

After your tour ends, you will be transferred to airpot for your flight return Shanghai, you also can choose to end your tour in Chengdu.

Duration: 2 hours

Inclusions
  • Boat ride at Leshan
  • English speaking tour guide
  • Entrance fee
  • Plane Tickets (economy class)
  • Travel by private vehicle
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Entry/Admission - Lingyun Temple
  • Entry/Admission - Leshan Giant Buddha (Da Fo)
  • Entry/Admission - Giant Panda Breeding Research Base (Xiongmao Jidi)
  • Entry/Admission - Wuyou Temple

Exclusions
  • Gratuites
  • Accommodation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Stroller accessible
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered
Your driver will hold your name sign waiting in the lobby of your hotel

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You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

8 to 10 hours


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