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Leshan Giant Buddha Day Trip

Duration8 hours
Tour TypeGroup Tour
LocationChengdu & Leshan
LanguageEnglish Guide
From$85per person
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✓ Daily Departure
✓ Free Cancellation
✓ English Guide

About This Tour

Experience Chengdu's relaxed culture and famous attractions with this guided tour. Discover pandas, ancient sites, and authentic Sichuan lifestyle.

Tour Highlights

  • Marvel at the 71-meter-tall Leshan Giant Buddha — the world's largest stone Buddha
  • UNESCO World Heritage Site carved into a cliff face in the 8th century
  • Optional boat ride for the best full-view photo of the Buddha from the river
  • Visit the ancient Lingyun Temple built alongside the Buddha
  • Scenic drive through the Sichuan countryside

Itinerary

7:30 AM

Hotel Pickup in Chengdu

Your guide will meet you at your hotel. Begin the scenic 2-hour drive to Leshan.

7:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Drive to Leshan

Enjoy the Sichuan countryside on the way to Leshan, one of China's most important Buddhist sites.

9:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Leshan Giant Buddha Tour

Explore the magnificent Giant Buddha site. Walk down the famous staircase alongside the Buddha to view it from different angles. Visit Lingyun Temple.

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Lunch at Local Restaurant

Enjoy authentic Sichuan cuisine (included).

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Optional Boat Ride

Take an optional boat ride on the river for the best panoramic view of the entire Buddha from below.

4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Return to Chengdu

Relax on the drive back to your hotel in Chengdu.

✓ What's Included

  • Round-trip transportation from Chengdu
  • Professional English-speaking guide
  • Entrance tickets to Leshan Giant Buddha
  • Lunch at local restaurant

✗ What's Not Included

  • Boat ride on the river (optional, ~$15)
  • Tips for guide and driver (optional)

Important Information

Meeting Point: Your hotel in Chengdu city center
Departure: 7:30 AM daily
Duration: Approximately 8-9 hours
Note: Many stairs to reach Buddha's feet. Boat ride gives the best full view from the river.

Guest Reviews

Marie C. ★★★★★

Wonderful way to see the sights! The guide was passionate and made history come alive.

France
Hans M. ★★★★★

Professional service from start to finish. The small group size made it feel personal and engaging.

Germany
James W. ★★★★★

Best tour we had in China! Great value for money and excellent English-speaking guide.

Australia

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