Chongqing-Dazu-Leshan (350 km, 5 hours driving total)

The Dazu Rock Carvings - Travelers are picked up from their hotel in downtown Chongqing, and the journey begins with a visit to the first stop, the Dazu Rock Carvings.

The Dazu Rock Carvings are an extensive collection of ancient Buddhist stone carvings, dating back 800 years to the Song Dynasty. With over 10,000 statues carved into the vertical cliffside, they beautifully showcase the ancient Chinese religious art style and carving expertise. Additionally, it is a sacred site for Buddhist devotees.

This site has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999.

The excursion here lasts 2 hours. Lunch will be enjoyed at a local farm restaurant, offering fresh country cuisine.

Next, the journey continues to Leshan city, approximately a 3-hour drive through the picturesque countryside of Sichuan province. Upon arrival, dinner will be served in downtown Leshan, followed by hotel check-in.

Admission to Dazu Rock Carvings

• 130 yuan per adult
• Interior golf car ride at Baoding: 12 yuan per adult
• Traveler’s accommodation is not included.

Leshan-Chongqing

Leshan Giant Buddha (Da Fo) - Today, travelers will tour the Leshan Giant Buddha, an extraordinary manmade wonder with over 1,000 years of history dating back to the Tang Dynasty.

Carved into a giant rock by the riverside, the main statue stands over 71 meters tall (210 feet), facing the Dadoo River from downtown Leshan, continuously blessing this riverside city. The Leshan Giant Buddha has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List since 1996.

Travelers will walk around the entire Buddha mountain, learning about the history and culture behind the Giant Buddha. The excursion lasts approximately 3 hours and is of moderate intensity.

Lunch will be enjoyed nearby the Giant Buddha, featuring local specialties. After lunch, the journey back to Chongqing will commence, taking approximately 4 hours.

Admission to Giant Buddha

• 80 yuan per adult
• Possible interior rickshaw ride: 15 yuan per adult

Chongqing - Upon arrival in Chongqing, travelers may choose to conclude the tour either in downtown or at the airport/train station.

• Bottled water
• Driver/guide
• Lunch
• Dinner
• Breakfast
• Guide’s accommodation

• Traveler’s accommodation
• Admission fees
• Admission fees
• Interior shuttle ride in Dazu

Buddhism has been a vibrant religion in Sichuan province for over a thousand years. Many remarkable ancient rock carvings have miraculously survived, making them treasures of China and of humanity. For those interested in Chinese culture and history, these sites are a must-see when planning a tour of China.

With so many sites to explore, an efficient tour is essential to cover the highlights. This is why a combined tour is offered, featuring two major UNESCO World Heritage historic sites in Sichuan, all within a two-day itinerary.

The focus is on providing a private tour service, allowing clients to experience travel like a local.

Additionally, a friendly and knowledgeable guide, along with a safe driver, is crucial. A driver-guide who is well-versed in Chinese culture and skilled in providing a safe, enjoyable, and professional tour will be the ideal choice.

• Moderate English or Chinese Mandarin language comprehension required or we might not deliver approprate guiding service.

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