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Travel Style: A relaxed cultural journey through Sichuan’s history, heritage, and culinary delights.
Service Level: Standard +
Physical Rating: Light walking and sightseeing, suitable for all ages.
Age Requirement: 12+ years
Trip Type: Private tour/ Small group (4-12 people)
Visa Requirements: 144-hour visa-free transit available for travelers from the UK and most EU countries
Transport：Private vehicle for comfort and convenience.
Itinerary
Day 1 Welcome to Chengdu – The Land of Abundance
- Morning/Afternoon:Arrive in Chengdu, where our guide will welcome you and assist with the transfer to your hotel.
- Afternoon/Evening:
- Option 1:Explore the city aboard the Chengdu Sightseeing Bus to discover its landmarks and hidden gems.
- Option 2:Take a 15-minute walk to Taikoo Li and Chunxi Road for shopping and tea at Daci Temple.
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Service:24-hour airport pickup available (one guide per flight; additional guides available upon request).
- Meals:Dinner included (Western cuisine)
- Accommodation:Chengdu Crowne Plaza Hotel or similar
- Note:Enjoy free time to explore or rest upon arrival.
Day 2 Discover Chengdu’s Historical Treasures
- Morning:Visit the Wuhou Shrine, dedicated to the famous strategist Zhuge Liang, and stroll through the Jinli Ancient Street, known for its traditional architecture and local snacks.
- Afternoon:Explore the Chengdu Museum and learn about Sichuan’s rich history, followed by a visit to the Shu Brocade Museum or a hands-on Lacquerware Workshop.
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Service:Bilingual guide with entrance fees included
- Meals:
- Breakfast:Hotel breakfast
- Lunch:Western-style light meal
- Dinner:Sichuan hotpot for an authentic local experience
Accommodation: Chengdu Crowne Plaza Hotel or similar
Day 3 Encounter Pandas and Ancient Wisdom
- Morning:Drive to Dujiangyan and visit the China Conservation and Research Center for the Giant Panda, where you can observe these beloved creatures up close.
- Afternoon:Explore the ancient Dujiangyan Irrigation System, a marvel of engineering that has protected the region for over 2,000 years, and stroll through the quaint Guanxian Ancient Town.
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Service:Private transport and guided tours
- Meals:
- Breakfast:Hotel breakfast
- Lunch:Chinese set meal
- Dinner:Unique Panda-themed dinner
- Accommodation:Dujiangyan Crowne Plaza Hotel or similar
Day 4 Culinary Arts and Ancient Mysteries
- Morning:Visit the Sichuan Cuisine Museum in Pi County, where you’ll enjoy a Sichuan cuisine cooking class and taste local snacks.
- Afternoon:Travel to Sanxingdui and explore the Sanxingdui Museum, home to fascinating artifacts from a mysterious ancient civilization.
- Evening:Return to Chengdu and enjoy the renowned Sichuan Opera’s Face-Changing Show.
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Service:Private transport and guided experiences
- Meals:
- Breakfast:Hotel breakfast
- Lunch:Included with cooking class (local snacks)
- Dinner:Western cuisine
- Accommodation:Chengdu Crowne Plaza Hotel or similar
Day 5 Experience Chengdu’s Leisurely Lifestyle
- Morning:Visit People’s Park, where you’ll experience local life at the Heming Teahouse, known for its authentic Sichuan tea culture.
- Afternoon:Explore Eastern Suburb Memory, an area known as China’s answer to London’s West End, where art and history converge in a vibrant cultural district.
- Transfer:Return to Chengdu for your departure.
- Service, Meals & Accommodation:
- Service:Private transport and guide
- Meals:
- Breakfast:Hotel breakfast
- Lunch:Chinese set meal
- Note:Recommended to book flights departing after 20:00 for a smooth transfer.
* Note: Flexible airport transfer based on departure time
