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Book NowIf you adore pandas, what better opportunity to get up close with them and contribute to their welfare than this 1-day volunteer program at Bifengxia Panda Base in Sichuan? An experience you'll never forget. You will not only work with members of the Panda Base team, but you will also visit them at home, learn about conservation, and help scientists study the behavior of red and giant pandas.
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Book NowOne of China's most sacred Buddhist shrines, the Giant Buddha of Leshan, can be seen on this incredible full-day excursion from Chengdu.
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Book NowThe Bifengxia base was constructed as a safety net for the captive Giant Panda population at the Wolong Center. This private transfer brings you from Chengdu Airport to Chengdu Hostel and Bifengxia Panda Center. service for 2 days from Chengdu Hostel.
Construction began in October of 2002 on the China Research and Conservation Center for the Giant Panda, Bifengxia Panda Center, in Ya'an City, Sichuan Province. The Center opened in the fall of 2003.
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Book NowVisit the Dujiangyan Giant Panda Center or the Chengdu Panda Breeding Center in Chengdu for a morning with some of China's most renowned citizens. As you follow a trained panda keeper through the grounds, you'll get up close and personal with the animals while learning about their breeding and developmental stages. You'll also be able to see the Red Panda exhibit, where you can learn more about this shy but protective creature.
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Book NowChengdu’s most famous residents aren’t human, they’re pandas. With this private tour, enjoy a tailored day engaging with these black and white bears at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. Design your own experience with opportunities to help a panda keeper in their daily activities, snap images of the pandas under staff supervision, or simply view red and giant pandas in their cages.
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Book NowOn this full-day excursion from Chengdu, you'll get the unusual opportunity to volunteer at one of China's leading panda rehabilitation programs, Dujianyan Panda Base. Under the guidance of the center's personnel, they manufacture panda food, clean the enclosures, feed the pandas snacks, and more. A buffet lunch and round-trip transportation from your Chengdu hotel are included.
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Book NowIn Chengdu's Shufenf Yayun Teahouse, catch a performance of the Sichuan Opera's entrancing melodies and high-octane action. Bedazzled by the amazing acrobatics and dance performances of the world's most talented performers. With a premium ticket, you'll get a front-row seat with unobstructed views of the show and tasty appetizers to go with your Sichuan tea. The ultimate experience includes cleaning your ears, getting a Chinese massage, and putting on a costume while getting your picture taken.
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Book NowCombine a trip to the Chengdu Giant Panda Base with a visit to the Leshan Giant Buddha on this full-day private tour from Chengdu. Travel via high-speed rail and private transfer with a private guide. Entrance fees and lunch are included.
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Book NowThe 1,300-year-old Leshan Giant Buddha is more than 230 feet high (70 meters) and attracts visitors from all over the world. To avoid getting lost in the crowds at this UNESCO-listed attraction, book a private tour that includes transportation from your hotel, a stop at a local fishing village, and insightful commentary. All entrance fees, high-speed train tickets, and lunch are included in this excursion.
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Book NowTake a bullet train to Xian from Chengdu to get the most out of your time there. You won't have to worry about language issues when you get your train tickets in advance and a private transfer to Chengdu railway station is included. A second transfer will take you to Xian, where you can visit the Terracotta Warriors and Horses Museum, which is included in your tour price.
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Book NowSpend a day boosting your food knowledge and enjoying wonderful Chengdu cuisine on this thrilling foodie excursion. You’ll explore a local spice market with a guide to help you navigate, so you won’t have to worry about getting lost. Learn about local ingredients, and then visit a Sichuan courtyard restaurant for a cooking session. A professional chef will teach you how to make multiple dishes, and at the end of the lesson, you can taste the dishes you’ve prepared, with beverages included too.
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Book NowTake a full-day tour of Chengdu to learn about the fascinating history and culture of this fascinating city. Spend time with cute pandas at the Giant Panda Breeding Research Base, followed by a relaxing lunch at a Zen Buddhist monastery to take in the reverent atmosphere. Traditional teahouses and the tiny lanes of Kuan and Zhai Lane are great places to enjoy a cup of tea before dinner. Upgrade to experience the Sichuan opera's melodic enchantment.
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Book NowEscape the metropolitan frenzy of the city and explore the natural grandeur of the Sichuan area on an exciting full-day tour from Chengdu. Marvel at the hallowed temples and majestic halls nestled among lush layers of bamboo plants at Qingcheng Mountain. Gain intriguing insight into the perplexing building of the Dujiangyan Irrigation System from your knowledgeable guide and hear how the structure contributed to tremendous agricultural progress in the region. During this trip, you'll be picked up and dropped off at your Chengdu hotel in comfort, and you'll eat a real Chinese lunch.
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Book NowExplore Chengdu's greatest restaurants at night with a knowledgeable guide and your own private tuk-tuk driver. Explore secret gardens, modest temples, and pedestrian passageways to find your favorite local restaurants. If you want to learn about Chengdu's food and culture, you should dine where the locals do.
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Book NowOn a private full-day tour of the Grand Buddha of Leshan, departing from Chengdu, take in the overwhelming grandeur of the world's largest stone Buddha statue. A professional guide will accompany you as you explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed monument's lit trails and admire its immense scale. Eat real Chinese food at a local restaurant while visiting old Buddhist temples. Enjoy round-trip transportation from your Chengdu accommodation on this enriching excursion.
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Book NowGet up close to gigantic pandas during a private tour of the Dujiangyan Giant Panda Center from Chengdu. Volunteer with dedicated animal caretakers to record behavior, clean enclosures, and make food for the lovely mammals. With your valued support, you can help endangered species thrive in the wild and in enclosures while also learning about the animals' behavior and physiology. Capture photographs with the pandas to immortalize your memories (own expense) and enjoy a traditional Chinese lunch and comfortable round-trip transportation on this excursion.
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Book NowThe itinerary is designed for individuals who have extremely little time in Chengdu yet want to incorporate a visit to Mount Emei. To make this happen, you will take the early morning high-speed train to Mount Emei, then take the late afternoon or nighttime train back to Chengdu. At Mount Emei, you will travel up to the Golden Summit, where you will see a panoramic view of Mount Emei.
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Book NowA full-day private tour from Chengdu takes you to two UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Sichuan. Mount Qingcheng, the origin of China's Taoist faith, may be reached by hiking and taking a cable car to the top. Get a first-hand look at what it was like to play Qingcheng in "Kung Fu Panda 3." The world's oldest non-dam irrigation system, the Dujiangyan project, is also worth a visit. Private transportation, lunch, and central hotel pickup and dropoff are included.
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Book NowThe best way to see Chengdu's most popular sights is on this guided trip. Having a pre-planned itinerary saves you the time it takes to do your own research and figure out where you're going. All of these destinations can be visited on a day trip from Chengdu Panda Research Base. All of the essentials are covered, including admission tickets, lodging, and transportation.
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Book NowOn this full-day private trip, you'll see two of Chengdu's most popular attractions. Get a closer look at these cuddly giants by first visiting the Giant Panda breeding facility. Take pictures of the animals having fun while learning about China's conservation initiatives. Take a break for lunch at a local eatery before heading to Leshan's UNESCO-recognized Leshan Giant Buddha.
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Book NowBecause of its remote position, Leshan Giant Buddha is difficult to reach by public transportation. Instead of wasting time trying to figure out how to travel from point A to point B on foot, choose a day tour that takes care of all the logistics for you. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, as is private transportation.
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Book NowThis all-day tour lets you see the best of Chengdu and the surrounding area while also saving you time. Travel to the Leshan Giant Buddha, the world's largest carved Buddha, then take a boat ride to the confluence of three rivers for a breathtaking view. Your tour of the beautiful Huanglongxi Ancient Town includes lunch at a local restaurant.
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Book NowIn Sichuan Province near Chengdu, the Dujiangyan Panda Base operates a panda hospital, lab, and monitoring enclosures. You can participate in the panda volunteer program on this flexible day excursion, cleaning the habitat and feeding the endangered animals, if you like. You'll have an English-speaking guide to help you shoot images and films of your volunteer work.
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What are guided tours?
It’s common for guided tours to be all-inclusive group trips that are led by a local guide and follow a set itinerary for a specific tourist attraction or local thing to do. It’s possible to go on a guided sightseeing tour, buy a ticket to skip the line at popular attractions, go on a group tour, try food or wine, and even get a ride to the airport.
Should I use guided tours on my vacations?
Explore and experience your destination like a local.
Avoid scams and pay better prices
Book your guided excursions in advance from the comfort of your own home, then simply relax and enjoy your vacation when you’re abroad.
I have a tight budget, can I still buy a guided tour?
With so many guided tours to choose from, you’re likely to find one that fits your budget.
Save time, and Get the most out of your trip.
Don’t waste a moment on your trip! Memories aren’t made while standing in line. Book ahead and skip the lines at the world’s biggest attractions.
With a planned tour schedule, you know exactly what you will be doing every day, without any risk of disappointment.
Check reviews before buying a guided tour
Overwhelmed with options and unsure which guided tour to take? Check out other user reviews to see which activities are a better fit for you.
No risk to you. Free cancellation
For the majority of guided tours, you can change your mind and cancel your ticket without incurring any fees up to 24 hours before the activity’s start date. This is really beneficial if your travel plans change at the last minute.
Meet people all over the world, make new friends on your next vacation
It’s wonderful to meet people from all around the world on your guided excursions!
Types of guided tours available for your vacation
Depending upon the city you are taking a trip to, there are almost any guide trips and activities for everybody. There are outdoor guided tours, water activities, Nature routes, Music celebrations, Local food tours, Workshops and Classes, Arts Performances, Hidden Gems expedition, beer or wine drinking and tasting tours, special TV & Movies trips, romantic couple tours, children’ activities, tours to Parks and Gardens, Island exploration tours, visits well-known landmarks, Museum guided tours and tickets, Airport transfer services, Memorials for you to explore to under the local culture and history, go up Towers & viewing platforms to get a birds-eye view of the landscape, shopping trips, theaters and concert halls, stop by ports and harbors, sightseeing cruise, bikes for leasing, helicopter rides, ferry tickets, Jeep and SUV for rental, private yacht services and sailboat rental.