Chengdu One Day Trip from Xiamen by Air: Leshan Giant Buddha, Pandas and More
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Chengdu One Day Trip from Xiamen by Air: Leshan Giant Buddha, Pandas and More is a 8-hour experience in Xiamen, China, from $341 per person. It scores 42 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
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- 42 / 100
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- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $341 per person
Discover the incredible UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites of Leshan Giant Buddha and cute panda bears on a private tour from Xiamen by plane. Greeted by a knowledgeable guide, discover the incredible UNESCO World Herita
What you get
- Plane Tickets (economy class)
- Bottled water
- Boat ride at Leshan
- Lunch
- Travel by private vehicle
- English speaking tour guide
About this experience
Discover the incredible UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites of Leshan Giant Buddha and cute panda bears on a private tour from Xiamen 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 Xiamen.
What's included
Included
- Plane Tickets (economy class)
- Bottled water
- Boat ride at Leshan
- Lunch
- Travel by private vehicle
- English speaking tour guide
- Entrance fee
Not included
- Gratuites
- Accommodation
What you'll see and do
Your driver will pick you up in your Xiamen 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.
Pass by without stopping
Leshan Giant Buddha
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.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Lingyun Temple
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.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Wuyou Temple
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.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
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 airport for your flight return Xiamen, you also can choose to end your tour in Chengdu.
120 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
Tour Ends in Xiamen
Tour including Xiamen-Chengdu round trip plane tickets(economy class), tour ends in Xiamen. Pickup included
Tour Ends in Chengdu
Tour including Xiamen- Chengdu one way plane ticket, your tour ends in Chengdu. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Languages
- cmn, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Unique Beijing Tours
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $341 to $1058
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 42
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Chengdu One Day Trip from Xiamen by Air: Leshan Giant Buddha, Pandas and More: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Xiamen.
How much does Chengdu One Day Trip from Xiamen by Air: Leshan Giant Buddha, Pandas and More cost?
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Prices start at $341 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Xiamen usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Chengdu One Day Trip from Xiamen by Air: Leshan Giant Buddha, Pandas and More 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 Xiamen is not rushed.
Is Chengdu One Day Trip from Xiamen by Air: Leshan Giant Buddha, Pandas and More worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 42 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable culture & history in Xiamen, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Chengdu One Day Trip from Xiamen by Air: Leshan Giant Buddha, Pandas and More?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Chengdu One Day Trip from Xiamen by Air: Leshan Giant Buddha, Pandas and More 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 Chengdu One Day Trip from Xiamen by Air: Leshan Giant Buddha, Pandas and More?
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Around 0 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 Xiamen 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 Xiamen and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Chengdu One Day Trip from Xiamen by Air: Leshan Giant Buddha, Pandas and More 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 Xiamen 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 Xiamen?
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On Outty we rank every Xiamen experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Private Day Tour To Tianluokeng Tulou from Xiamen Including Lunch, Private One Day Xiamen And Gulangyu Highlight Tour Including Lunch, Xiamen Layover Day Tour-Gulangyu,Shuzhuang Garden And Piano Museum. 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 Xiamen?
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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 Xiamen?
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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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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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