Chengdu Private Day Tour to the Leshan Giant Buddha with Lunch and Boat Ride

Chengdu, China
Duration6h - 8h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesChinese, English
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the incredible UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites of Leshan Giant Buddha on a private tour from Chengdu. Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, marvel at the world’s largest stone Buddha statue from different view. Admire the elaborate construction of the Buddha's coiled hair from Lingyun Temple. Explore Wuyou Temple which contains an abundance of terra-cotta sculptures and calligraphic paintings, absorb panoramic views of three rivers converging prettily below. Finally take a cruise for an alternative perspective of the grand Buddha. This private tour including English speaking tour guide, travel by private air-conditioned vehicle, entrance fee, boat ride and lunch.

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Lunch
  • Boat Ride
  • Travel by private vehicle
  • English speaking tour guide
  • Entrance fee
  • Gratuites

What to expect

  1. Leshan Giant Buddha
    2h · Admission ticket included
    Meet up at the lobby of your Chengdu Downtown hotel in the morning, greeting by your knowledgeable and friendly personal guide then transferred by an 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.
  2. Lingyun Temple
    30m · Admission ticket included
    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.
  3. Wuyou Temple
    30m · Admission ticket included
    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.

    Finally, you will take a cruise of the river for the panoramic view of Giant Buddha.

    Enjoy lunch in the local restaurant, afterwards you will be transferred to your hotel in Chengdu.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Your tour guide will hold your name sign waiting in the lobby of your hotel

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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