
One Day Trip to Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Buddha Tour
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4.8/5
Based on 61 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
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Is One Day Trip to Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Buddha Tour worth booking?
One Day Trip to Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Buddha Tour is a 5-hour experience in Chengdu, China, from $93 per person. It scores 76 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 61 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 76 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (61)
- Duration
- 5 hours
- From
- $93 per person
The Panda is the Highlights in Chengdu tour, chengdu panda base is about 30 mins car ride from Chengdu downtown.Chengdu giant panda center of breeding and research attracts almost 100,000 overseas visitors each year. Cov
What you get
About this experience
The Panda is the Highlights in Chengdu tour, chengdu panda base is about 30 mins car ride from Chengdu downtown.Chengdu giant panda center of breeding and research attracts almost 100,000 overseas visitors each year. Covering tens of hectares with bamboo groves and a native-like habitat, have more than 50 pandas,only here,you can see the baby panda in summer. The famous 71 meters Leshan Giant Buddha is carved out of a cliff face. It shows a seated Buddha with his hands on his knees. It is the tallest statue of the Buddha and the shoulders are 28 meters wide. The smallest toenail can easily seat a person and the 7 meters wide ear can accommodate two people. The head of the Leshan Giant Buddha is 14.7 meters tall and 10 meters wide and is covered with 1,021 buns of curly hair. People say:“The mountain is a Buddha and the Buddha is a mountain”
What's included
Included
- Private transportation
- Bottled water
- Friendly and professional driver
- Including parking fee,fuel cost,toll,
- hotel pick up and drop off,round trip between chengdu panda base and leshan giant buddha
Not included
- Gratuities
- panda base and Leshan buddha tickets
- tour guide service
- lunch
What you'll see and do
Keep your camera to hand as you visit two of Chengdu’s most photo-worthy sites on this full-day tour – the UNESCO-listed Grand Buddha in Leshan and the Chengdu Panda Base. Start your day getting close to China’s adorable native pandas, with the chance to spot Giant Pandas, Red Pandas and baby pandas.
120 minutes here
Leshan Giant Buddha
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Leshan Giant Buddha stands 133 feet (71 meters) tall where three rivers meet—but there’s more to Leshan than the statue. This private full-day door-to-door tour lets you experience the Buddha from every angle—from a boat, from the stairs in the cliff, and even above his head.
120 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Chengdu
Chengdu, Sichuan, China
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations.
Ends at
Chengdu · Chengdu, Sichuan, China
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 6 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- pandachinago
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 61 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
61 verified traveler reviews for One Day Trip to Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Buddha Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Pandas
Our guide was an excellent driver and very helpful throughout the day.
via Tripadvisor
A special experience
Our driver Mr Deng Xuejun drove us to the Panda Centre and Leshan Buddah. He was on time, gave us printed English information about the activities and helped direct us where to buy entrance tickets to the Panda Centre and boat ride at Leshan. He gave us clear instructions on where to find the car anfterwards and patiently waited for us, after all it was a long day. The car was very comfortable. Thank you for a great day
Response from the operator: Thank you for reading my work! Celebrate life and have fun!
via Viator
That was one of...
That was one of incredible journeys! Driver was very nice and patiently waited us at each stop. Places we visited were worthy to see.
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via Viator
Great experience
It was a great experience and excellent service. Driver was friendly and attentive. The car was clean and comfortable. It was a very good day overall.
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via Viator
The best day with our driver Wang Tao
We thoroughly enjoyed the trip, took it at our own pace, no rushing with a tour guide and chose the things we wanted to see. Relaxing day and the driver Wang Tao was excellent, extremely professional and informative. Highly recommend
Response from the operator: Thank you for reading my work! Celebrate life and have fun!
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $93 to $180
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 21
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 76
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
One Day Trip to Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Buddha Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Chengdu.
How much does One Day Trip to Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Buddha Tour cost?
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Prices start at $93 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 One Day Trip to Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Buddha Tour take?
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Plan for about 5 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 One Day Trip to Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Buddha Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 76 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 61 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 One Day Trip to Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Buddha 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 One Day Trip to Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Buddha Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book One Day Trip to Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Buddha Tour?
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Around 21 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 5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does One Day Trip to Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Buddha 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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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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