Chengdu: Panda Base Leshan Buddha Tour(or Half Day Panda Base )

Overview

Available languages

Chinese

English

Mobile ticket

*The most popular attractions of Chengdu: pandas and Leshan Buddha.

*Sightseeing tour only without tourist traps.

*Best use of time and money, visit pandas and Grand Buddha in 1 day.

*English speaking small group, transfer+guide+entry tickets all inclusive, easy and comfortable.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Prices listed above are valid excluding the periods of Chinese New Year, May day holiday, China National Day holiday and other important activities which cause the big tour price change, an enquiry would be necessary for the exact tour price if you happen to travel during these periods. Try to avoid the public holidays if possible when you book this tour.

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

All Fees and Taxes

Air-conditioned vehicle

Enghlish-chinese speaking tour guide.

panda park Entry(55RMB/person), Leshan Buddha entry by your option(80RMB/Pax)

Hotel pick-up service.

Lunch

Tips to guide and driver.

Shuttle bus(30RMB/person) inside the panda base by your option.

Hotel drop-off.

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Giant Panda Breeding Research Base (Xiongmao Jidi)

The guide and driver will pick up visitors at hotels 1 by 1 from 7 to 8, transfer to the Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding for about 30 to 45 minutes. Visit the panda park for 2.5 to 3 hours by seeing over the pandas from tiny pink newborns to giants. Admire the adorable panda babies running around their play enclosures, laying in the pool, or climbing the trees.

3 hours • Admission Included

Leshan Giant Buddha (Da Fo)

Afterwards, drive to the historic Leshan Buddha by a ride of 2.5 hours on the expressway. After a quick lunch, sightseeing of the world's largest sitting Buddha statue which is about 71 meters high crafted out of a cliff face. If the situation allows, the guide will take you for a closer look at the Buddha's head and feet. Find out more about Buddism and local beliefs in the Lingyun Temple next to the Giant Buddha. After 2 hours visiting at Leshan Buddha, drive back to Chengdu, end the tour at the city center of Tianfu Square.

2 hours • Admission Included

Options

Panda Base Tour(with pick-up)

Duration: 5 hours
Half day tour
Car/van/coach
Pickup included

Panda Base Tour(No pick-up)

Duration: 5 hours
No Hotel Pick-up: This option excludes the hotel pick-up, you should go to the meeting point by yourself.
Meet at Meeting point: Hotel name: Sheraton Chengdu Lido Hotel Hotel address: No. 15 Section 1 of Middle Renmin Road, Qingyang District, Chengdu
Pickup included

Full-day Buddha Tour

Duration: 8 hours
Leshan Giant Buddha Tour : This option includes only Leshan Giant Buddha 1-day Tour, no Panda Base.
Hotel pick-up ONLY : Only include hotel pick-up, no hotel drop-off. End tour at Tianfu Square.
Pickup included

Panda & Buddha(with pick-up)

Pickup included

Panda&Buddha Tour (No pick-up)

No hotel pick-up & drop-off: This option excludes hotel pick-up and drop-off, please go to the meeting point by yourself.
Meeting point info: Hotel name: Sheraton Chengdu Lido Hotel Hotel address: No. 15 Section 1 of Middle Renmin Road, Qingyang District, Chengdu
Pickup included

Reviews

4.69

13 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Highly Recommend!
U5938YW ,
Nov 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I had an amazing experience on this Chengdu tour to the Panda Base and Leshan Buddha! Mark is an incredibly dedicated guide who truly went above and beyond. He provided clear, detailed explanations in perfect English, answered every question patiently, and made sure the whole trip was well-organized with no rush. The itinerary was thoughtful, allowing us to fully enjoy the cute pandas and the magnificent Leshan Buddha
A Great Trip
Wanderer38911517934,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I joined this English-guided tour and had a nice time. The guide spoke fluent English, showed us good spots to avoid crowds at the Panda Base and explained the Buddha’s history well. We had a group lunch around 1-2 PM—30 RMB per person, tasty Sichuan food. The bus was clean, driver steady. Relaxing and worth recommending.
We were lucky the day was...
Edwin H,
Oct 27, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
We were lucky the day was good to see the panda’s unfortunately the panda’s have to be wanted to be seen😀. Barry, our guide spoke English and communicated well but we wld have liked more specific in formation relating to the panda’s and the facility. All in all I wld recommend this tour.
A Fantastic Trip to Leshan and Panda Base
F9252LF ,
Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
What an amazing trip! The weather was cool, making the whole journey very comfortable. We could get on the bus at the meeting point, and what's more, hotel pick - up and drop - off were also available, which was so convenient. The Leshan Giant Buddha was breathtaking, and seeing the pandas was such a delight. Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly, adding so much to the experience. It was really a fantastic tour!
So Good!
N1771UT ,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This tour’s totally worth it! The guide’s English is solid, explains everything well. We got up close to the pandas (they’re so cute!) and learned all about Leshan Buddha’s history. Best part? Tickets and round-trip rides are included—no stress at all. Super good deal, foreign folks will love it!
It's an English guided...
Aka T,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It's an English guided group mixed with Europeons, Ameicans and some Asians. The tour leader Mark speaks English pretty well and makes himself understood all the way. Panda base is large and clean, very well organized too. Worth the money, good choice to travel around the city.
Adorable pandas
Teresa P,
Sep 1, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Very nice panda experience and recommend seeing the Buddha of Leshan from the boat, very good food
This excursion is...
jeanmichel p,
Aug 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
This excursion is an opportunity to discover in excellent conditions two essential sites of Chengdu and its region. Mark our guide was attentive to all participants and made this day an unforgettable experience.
Good experience
Federica R,
Aug 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00
Very good experience at Panda Base. Long trip to see the Buddah (more than 2 hours driving to go and equal to come back).
very nice experience, our...
Jaspery S,
May 22, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
very nice experience, our guide Mark speaks fluent English and he knows the route to watch pandas where it is less crowded. He always took care of me on the way as I'm a senior. The ride to Leshan Buddha is pretty long but worth it, really amazing buddha statue. Mark recommended a garden restaurant serving Sichuan dishes at affordable prices , I enjoyed it very much! would definitely recommend this tour.