1-Day Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Giant Buddha GROUP Tour
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Is 1-Day Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Giant Buddha GROUP Tour worth booking?
1-Day Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Giant Buddha GROUP Tour is a 8-hour experience in Chengdu, China, from $144 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 63 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (7)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $144 per person
This fantastic GROUP tour(4-15 people) from Chengdu enables guests not only to visit the Panda Breeding Reserve to see these adorable animals up close, but also to see the Leshan Giant Buddha from land or water. Highli
What you get
About this experience
This fantastic GROUP tour(4-15 people) from Chengdu enables guests not only to visit the Panda Breeding Reserve to see these adorable animals up close, but also to see the Leshan Giant Buddha from land or water. Highlights: 1.See the great Leshan Buddha - one of the largest in the world in 1day. 2.Experience adorable real pandas up close. 3.Pure sightseeing tour; No tourist traps. 4.Officially registered English guides and tour vehicles 5.Free drop-off for visitors to Emeishan at Leshan bus station.
What's included
Included
- The entrance tickets
- The mini bus and tour guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Buddha sightseeing Boat ticket.(RMB70/person, optional)
- Meals.(RMB50/person, optional)
What you'll see and do
Tianfu Square
In the morning 7:00--7:30am, our tour guide will pick up you of your hotel in the Second Ring Road or Chengdu Sheraton Lido Hotel lobby at 7:30 AM if your hotel at outside of Chengdu. Also, when you booked the tour, pls share your room number for us since our tour guide will contact you one day before, thank you.
10 minutes here
Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
Visit the Chengdu Research Center, known for their successes in breeding the Giant Panda. After watching these funny creatures, travel to the Lechan Giant Buddha, built out of the mountain itself. These sights are not to be missed when getting to know the China of the past and in turn understanding the China of today. Itinerary: Step 1： 7:00 AM – 8:00 AM, hotel pick-up. Step 2： 8:30 AM – 11:00 AM, visiting Chengdu Research Center of Giant Panda Breeding. Step 3 : 11:00AM – 1:00 PM, driving to Leshan. Step 4: 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM, lunch time. Step 5: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM, visiting Leshan Giant Buddha by walking. Step 6: 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM, driving back to Chengdu City， tour ends near Tianfu square. No hotel pick-up from outside the Second Ring Road, please go to the Chengdu Sheraton Lido Hotel lobby at 7:30 AM, your guide will meet you there.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Leshan Giant Buddha
Following the pandas, the tour will then drive for about 2 hours to visit Leshan Giant Buddha, where we will stay until 16:00. At 71 meters the Giant Buddha (also known as Dafo) is the tallest stone Buddha statue in the world. An 8th-century monk carved it out of a cliff face on the river. You can take a little walk on the hill that will lead you very close to the Giant Buddha, or your can even take the boat and enjoy a breathtaking view from the river.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Tianfu Square
Your tour will end at 16:00, when you will be driven back to Chengdu hotel at the center or end of near Tianfu square if your hotel not in the Second Ring Road and we will back in Chengdu center around 18:30--19:00pm.
10 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 10 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- happychinatours
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
5 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Food and drink
4 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Physical effort
3 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for 1-Day Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Giant Buddha GROUP Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Trip to the Panda Centre and the Leshan Buddha
We really enjoyed our trip. Mark is a great guide, he provided us with interesting information about the Leshan Buddha and the Panda Centre. We also had a delicious lunch with Sichuan dishes. Recommended.
via Viator
Exceptional
This was my first small group tour with only nine people, and it proved to be a far better way to travel. The hike to the Buddha and seeing the pandas were highlights.
via Tripadvisor
Leshan Buddha and pandas
The itinerary was solid. Our guide, Emily, was competent but there were some occasional instances of language barrier.
via Tripadvisor
Fantastic tour to Pandas and Big Buddha
Awesome trip, highly recommend! Mark was great, very knowledgeable, great English and made sure we got to the important sites early before the crowds. Pandas were amazing, we saw at least 15 giant pandas and 8 red pandas up close. Mark also gave us information about the pandas and there was time to stop for a drink or snack. The lunch was fantastic, a huge banquet of food all for less than 10 Australian dollars. Would have been at least 10 dishes to share, and all really delicious and good quality. The final stop was the Buddha at Lushan. This was extremely busy and very strenuous walking up and down many flights of steep stairs, so pack your walking shoes, but it was fantastic to see. Mark was great, he actually took us on a loop walk so that we looped back to the head of the big Buddha after all the crowds had left and we had a second chance to snap photos and see the Buddha without the crowds. This was a huge bonus, thanks Mark. Great tour, well organised and thoughtful, would definitely recommend to all!!
via Tripadvisor
Great day
Well organized, the guide helped us to the best areas to see pandas, which was great. Nice stop for lunch. The giant Buddha was great. I was afraid of the long time in the car combining the two, but with the level of confort provided it went by fast and was really worth it!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 63
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
1-Day Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Giant Buddha GROUP Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Chengdu.
How much does 1-Day Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Giant Buddha GROUP Tour cost?
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Prices start at $144 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Chengdu usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 1-Day Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Giant Buddha GROUP Tour take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Chengdu is not rushed.
Is 1-Day Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Giant Buddha GROUP Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Chengdu, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 1-Day Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Giant Buddha GROUP Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 1-Day Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Giant Buddha GROUP Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book 1-Day Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Giant Buddha GROUP Tour?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Chengdu can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Chengdu and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 1-Day Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Giant Buddha GROUP Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Chengdu within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Chengdu?
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On Outty we rank every Chengdu experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Chengdu Cooking Class with a Local Market Visit, Private Chengdu Day Tour: Giant Pandas and Jinsha Site Museum, Tuktuk Food Tour Through Chengdu's Local Eats. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Chengdu?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Chengdu?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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