Things to do in Dujiangyan, Sichuan: The Best Private Tours

Visit Chengdu Giant Panda Research and Breeding Center also known as Panda Base, home for giant panda, red pandas, black-necked cranes, golden monkeys, and flocks of wild birds, explore one of the most famous Taoist mountains - Qingcheng Mountain. Escorted by private tour guide, this full-day tour takes you to observe the panda families and enjoy the natural beauty.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Professional driver, English-speaking guide, Cable car of Mt. Qingcheng, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Entrance ticket fees

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Have an immersive full-day excursion from Chengdu, visit the quiet and beautiful Taoist Qingcheng Mountain, admire the world cultural heritage of no-dam Dujiangyan irrigation system, experience the natural splendor of the Sichuan, enjoy comfortable private transportation from your Chengdu hotel and have an authentic Chinese lunch during this tour.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private transportation, English-speaking guide, Cable car, Local lunch, Bottled water, Fuel surcharge and tax, Entrance ticket fees

Exclusions: Gratuities

This private day trip is catered to panda fans who wish to contribute to the effort of rescuing giant pandas, the most beloved but endangered species in China. Not only you will become a “Honorary Panda Keeper” and “Panda Nutritionist,” but also have the rare opportunities to stay in close proximity to the adorable pandas observing and recording their adorable behaviors. Currently, Dujiangyan Panda Base is the nearest place from Chengdu where you can participate in a panda volunteer program comprised of collecting bamboo, cleaning panda enclosure, making panda cakes, and feeding panda...etc. You will take a half-day volunteer program, and then after lunch, move to take a sightseeing trip to the famous UESCO World Heritage Site, Dujiangyan Irrigation System. The project has played a crucial role of irrigation and flood control for more than 2,200 years that is the vital reason why Chengdu became the “Land of Abundance.”

Inclusions: Hotel Pickup and drop-off ( from downtown Chengdu only), Private, comfortable and non-smoking vehicle with an experienced driver, Volunteer Program;, Friendly and licensed English-speaking tour guide, Lunch at Panda Base Cafe, Sightseeing vehicle at Dujiangyan Irrigation System, A bottle of water

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off outside of downtown Chengdu City, Airport or trains station pickup and drop-off, Personal expense, Optional panda hold and photo taking: cash amount of RMB$1800 per person to be donated on site to the CCRCGP (China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda), Gratuities for guide and driver (recommended)

There is no doubt that you’ll enjoy a happy time in the “Hometown of Giant Pandas” and “Land of Abundance”. This tour is the best choice for travelers who show interest in giant pandas, Chinese Taoism culture and engineering project. It is a combination of city exploration to see all the stunning highlights with a cool escape to Dujiangyan, a journey of history and culture in the primitive natural environment to release your mind and soul. Dujiangyan Irrigation System and Mount Qingcheng was inscribed as the World Heritage Site in 2000, shows the importance of utilizing natural features to their fullest in constructing an irrigation system as well as Mount Qingcheng’s importance as one of the birthplace of Taoism. And the both has created the “Land of Abundance” with fertile land and leisure mood of locals. Besides, you’ll definitely find more, enjoy more and experience more in brief 2 days.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Professional licensed English-speaking guide;, Private transfers (with experienced driver) as listed in the itinerary;, Admission fee of Mount Qingcheng listed in the itinerary;, Admission fee of Dujiangyan Irrigation System listed in the itinerary;, Admission fee of Chengdu Panda Base listed in the itinerary;, Cable car up to Mount Qingcheng; , Boat experience on Yuecheng Lake of Mount Qingcheng; , Tea drinking experience in Renmin Park;, One night 4-Star Hotel at Chengdu Tianfu Sunshine (or similar) in Chengdu downtown area;, The last odd-number person would share one room in your group and add one bed to accommodate; , Our service including tour planning, handling, operational and communication charges.

Exclusions: Flights or trains to/off Chengdu (we can book for you if you want);, Chinese visa;, Airport (train station) pick up and drop off;, Meals (Dinner) not listed in the itinerary;, Personal expenses. , Sightseeing not listed in the itinerary;, Optional activities;, Optional tips to guides and drivers, etc;, No separate single room arranged for the last odd-number person in your group.

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Inclusions: Lunch, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Gratuities, Private transportation

Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Dujiangyan Irrigation System and Mount Qingcheng on this 10-hour private guided day trip from Chengdu. See the eco-friendly irrigation system at Dujiangyan, a feat of engineering that dates back to the third century BC and is still in use today. Then explore beautiful Mount Qingcheng, the birthplace of Chinese Taoism.

Inclusions: Private day tour, Private transportation, English-speaking guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance ticket fees, Gratuities

Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Dujiangyan and highlights of old Chengdu on this 8-hour private day trip with personal guide and driver. Explore the Dujiangyuan Irrigation System, first built in the third century BC and still in use today, and the stunning landscapes around it. Then return to Chengdu to explore the historic Wuhou Temple and Jinli Street.

Inclusions: Travel Insurance, Options: Private Tour or Car Rental , Hotel pickup and drop-off, English-speaking guide for private tour, Bottled water, Entrance tickets fee for private tour, Comfortable car or bus, Highway tolls, fuel charges, parking fee

Exclusions: Lunch, Optional activities and excursions not specified in the itinerary, Tips to tour guide and driver

Visit one of the world’s finest panda conservation centers at Dujiangyan and learn of the panda rescue work done here. Relax in the hot springs at Qingcheng Howard Johnson Resort in the peaceful surroundings of beautiful Qingcheng Mountain.

Inclusions: An English-speaking private local guide, Chinese lunch is served at a local restaurant, Transport by private vehicle, Entrance tickets as indicated in the itinerary, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Children's entrance tickets, Food and drinks, unless specified, Personal expenses, Gratuities

Dujiangyan Panda Base offers the program allowing visitors to administer to lovely Giant Pandas in person as volunteers. On this full day tour, come close to the giant pandas, you will volunteer with these lovely animals including panda food making, panda enclosures cleaning, and panda feeding, this panda experience will surely be one of the most memorable experiences of your life.

Inclusions: Private transportation, English-speaking guide, Mineral water, Local lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Entrance ticket fee

Exclusions: Gratuities, Donation of CNY1400 per person to Panda Foundation for Panda Volunteering (Compulsory)

Dujiangyan Panda Base is the most easily accessible base in China to join the Panda Keeper Program. By taking part in the volunteer program, you will come close to the giant pandas, feed a panda with your own hands, clean the enclosure for pandas, learn more about this endangered species and help to take care of them.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private transportation, English-speaking guide, Volunteering fee, Local lunch, Bottled water, Entrance ticket fee

Exclusions: Gratuities