Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Buddha Tour: One Day Trip Highlighting Panda Encounters

Experience an unforgettable one-day trip in Chengdu, China, where you’ll encounter adorable pandas at the Chengdu Panda Base and marvel at the magnificent Leshan Giant Buddha carved into a cliff face.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding - Keep your camera ready as you explore two of Chengdu’s most picturesque locations on this full-day tour – the UNESCO-listed Grand Buddha in Leshan and the Chengdu Panda Base. Begin your day by getting up close with China’s charming native pandas, with opportunities to see Giant Pandas, Red Pandas,…
What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water provided
  • Professional driver
  • Parking, fuel, and toll fees included
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off included
  • Round trip to Chengdu Panda Base and Leshan Giant Buddha
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • panda base and Leshan buddha tickets
  • tour guide service
  • lunch
Additional Information

The Panda is a main attraction in the tour of Chengdu, with the panda base being a short 30-minute drive from the city center. Chengdu’s giant panda breeding and research center magnetizes approximately 100,000 foreign tourists annually. Spanning several hectares adorned with bamboo groves and habitats similar to their natural environment, the center…

Location
Chengdu
Cancellation Policy

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

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Ciaran_h
Apr 2, 2026
Chengdu - it was a long day, long drive between panda and Leshan, however it was worth the drive, panda were amazinv
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Shiva_b
Mar 29, 2026
Great experience with this tour - Mr Liu picked us up in a nice clean car and took us to the panda base and then the Leshan grand Buddha. He was very accommodating when we were looking for a snack and stopped when we needed. The tickets to visit the sites had to be purchased separately and he helped us with that as well. He was also very responsive on WeChat.
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Riady_t
Mar 18, 2026
The best of chengdu in china - Very attentive and caring Mr Shi Jianhua. He will company me and fullfill all my requests.kudos to him.
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Yessica_b
Mar 18, 2026
Great - Great driver, polite. I felt safe, he was always finding the way to find me. The app translator helped. Thank you.
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Tin_t
Mar 3, 2026
Eventhough Communication... - Eventhough Communication with driver is English written, by the great assistant of my younger daughter everything is smooth for language barriers.
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Ian
Jan 29, 2026
Two must-visit attractions in Chengdu!!! - Chengdu is the capital of pandas, and the visit to the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding is a must. And the amazing Leshan Giant Buddha is nothing short of amazing! Remember to take ferry for the breath taking view of the giant buddha. We were also recommended to visit the 10,000 Buddhas cave. The amazing carvings are not to be missed. Please make sure to ask the staff at the ticketing counter to purchase the tickets. Finally our driver Ms. Han Juxia was very friendly and accommodating although she only speaks mandarin. Remember she is not a tour guide thus has extended her service beyond that. We had a really amazing time!
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Melissa_f
Jan 10, 2026
Both sites were much more... - Both sites were much more than we expected. The combination of history and culture provided an unforgettable experience... Our driver was incredibly responsive to any request we had... she kept us on track and on time, navigating traffic safely and comfortably.... Huang Lin's assistance throughout the day made this a top tier tour we would recommend to anyone....
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Asterios_d
Jan 2, 2026
It was perfect... - It was perfect experience. I was with my friends for vacation. In one day we saw a lot of sightseeings in Chengdu. 👌
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Gabriel_g
Dec 24, 2025
Great combo for a... - Great combo for a well-paced day tour. We booked only a private car and everything went smoothly. The pandas of course are a must (you can rent the audio guide on site), and the Leshan Giant Buddha is far but worth it. Special thanks to Lichao, our professional and friendly driver. Comfortable car, he allowed us plenty of time at the panda base, and he even helped us get last-minute tickets. Definitely recommended.
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Ardeshir_k
Dec 23, 2025
Experiencing Chengdu China - Heather was very polite and helpful. The car was clean and comfortable. The whole experience was very enjoyable. He knew enough English to communicate essential matters.
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From $45
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).