A one-day tour of the Leshan Giant Buddha is a wonderful experience that allows you to explore one of the world's most magnificent cultural heritages. Round-trip transfers from/to the Chengdu hotel are included.
What to Expect
- Visit the world's largest stone Buddha statue - Leshan Giant Buddha.
- Climb up the Giant Buddha and enjoy the magnificent scenery on the top.
- Learn about the fascinating history of the Giant Buddha.
- Explore the beautiful areas of Leshan.
What's Included
- Entrance fees.
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private English-speaking guide and driver.
- Service Charge & Taxes.
Cancelation Policy
- Cancellations received 21 or more days before the festival day will be eligible for a full refund of the tour.
- Cancellations made from 0 to 20 days before the festival day are non-refundable.
- If the celebration is canceled, the ticket cost will be donated to charity and not refunded.
- No-show travelers are non-refundable.
Itinerary Details
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM, Hotel Pick Up, Transfer to Leshan Giant Buddha Scenic Spot
The guide will pick you up in the lobby of your hotel/hostel in the morning from Chengdu and then drive to the Leshan Giant Buddha. It takes two hours to drive along the highway, and you can enjoy the beautiful rural scenery of the Western Sichuan Plain
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM Visit Leshan Giant Buddha
The Leshan Giant Buddha was built in the 8th century AD. It is the largest stone-carved Buddha statue in the world and also the tallest pre-modern statue in the world. It was chiseled from the cliff of Lingyun Mountain to calm the swift currents of the three rivers that converge under its gaze. There are stairs carved on the cliff, connecting the area at the foot of the Buddha statue with the land above, allowing you to view this amazing sight.
Firstly, walk hundreds of steps to reach the head of the Giant Buddha and take a picture at the height of the Buddha's shoulder for a keepsake. Then, walk along the narrow cliff path to the foot of the Giant Buddha to have a full view of the whole Buddha.
Enter the park at the top of the cliff and walk down the Nine Bends Plank Road, a steep and narrow pathway carved into the mountainside, to reach the feet of the Buddha. Along the way, explore attractions like Lingyun Temple near the Buddha's head and enjoy the view of the Giant Sleeping Buddha, a natural mountain formation. Matters Needing Attention: Wear comfortable shoes and bring water as the hike can be challenging. The site can be crowded during peak times.
Visiting Options: If you don't want to climb the mountain, you can take a cruise to visit the Giant Buddha. The boat departs from a dock near the river, offering a full-frontal view of the Buddha from the water. It lasts about 30 minutes.
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Lunch at Local Restaurant Leshan Giant Buddha
For lunch at a local restaurant in Leshan, you can savor authentic Sichuan cuisine. Enjoy mapo tofu, kung pao chicken, or any other regional specialties.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM Transfer Back to Chengdu from Leshan
We will arrange for a transfer back by your private car to Chengdu from Leshan
Best Time to Visit
Spring (April - May) and autumn (September - October) are the best times, with mild weather and fewer crowds. Avoid Chinese holidays and weekends if possible.
