Leshan Giant Buddha Day Tour
(Leshan Day Tour -Private Tour)
​Join our team for this private guided Leshan Giant Buddha Day Tour, which includes a visit to the UNESCO heritage listed Leshan Giant Buddha, Buddhist temples and a delicious Chinese lunch in a local restaurant. 
​from USD
$90.00
​per adult
​Tour Highlights:
  • Visit the world's largest stone Buddha statue, the Leshan Giant Buddha - a UNESCO heritage listed site;
  • Choose to either hike (active) or take a boat (relaxing) to see the Leshan Giant Buddha first-hand
  • Discover buddhism culture at the ancient temples in and around the Leshan Giant Buddha scenic area;
  • Explore a number of different halls and temples with expert guidance throughout the area;
  • Get a taste for Sichuan Cuisine at a local restaurant;
Tour Itinerary:
All times outlined below are approximates as the tour is a private tour, time is flexible & subject to change
08:00 am
  • Meet at your Chengdu Hotel Lobby
  • Transfer to Leshan Giant Buddha (2 x hours)
10:00 am
  • Arrive at Leshan Giant Buddha
  • Hike to the Sacred Temple of the Grand Buddha
12:00 pm
  • Visit the Wuyou Temple
12:00 - 1:00 pm
  • Lunch at Local Sichuan Restaurant (if you'd prefer not to try local food, we can also switch over to other lunch choices)
2:00 pm 
  • Visit Arhat Hall
  • Enjoy Panoramic Views overlooking surrounding rivers & scenery
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  • ​Depart Leshan Giant Buddha
  • Return transfer to Chengdu Hotel (2 x hours)/END OF TOUR
Please note: Hiking up & down the paths alongside the Giant Buddha is a very popular thing to do. Queues can take up to 2 x hours (waiting) to undertake this hike during busy season so please be aware of this in advance. People interested in hiking should wear comfortable shoes and clothing as well as be physically capable to undertake the uphill hike. Otherwise, a boat tour past the Giant Buddha is available and a popular choice. 
Pricing:
Please note, if you have a larger group visiting, please contact us to inquire about corresponding pricing.
Tour Inclusions:
The above Private Leshan Giant Buddha Day Tour includes the following :
Private MPV Van Transportation: 
  • All petrol/gas, van rental, highway tolls, parking fees & driver’s fees throughout entire tour route as above;​
Entrance/Attraction Fees: 
  • Entrance tickets to Leshan Giant Buddha;
  • Lunch at Local Sichuan Restaurant (can be changed to other food too if preferred);​
Tour Guiding Fees: 
  • Professional (Fully-licensed) English speaking tour guide;​​
Tour Exclusions:
The above Private Leshan Giant Buddha Day Tour excludes the following :
Please note, we would suggest you have breakfast before departing to the Leshan Giant Buddha as it is a full-day tour 
Gratuities: 
  • Please note, we don’t require ‘x’ amount to be paid by clients on a daily basis to tour guide/driver or force tipping. However, gratuities are greatly appreciated at the conclusion of tour by guide/driver only if service is excellent.
Other: 
  • Accommodation, flights, travel insurance and any other person expenses during tour;
Detailed Tour Itinerary:
During the morning (we recommend meeting at 8:00 am), your licensed English speaking tour guide and professional driver will meet you at your Chengdu Hotel Lobby to commence your day tour. Upon meeting, you'll travel directly to the Leshan Giant Buddha, which is located approximately 2 x hours away from Chengdu.

The Leshan Giant Buddha is a UNESCO heritage listed site and also the largest outdoor buddha statue in the entire world! This incredible stone buddha was carved out of the hillside in 8th Century AD and stands 71 meters tall! Visitors from all over the world make the pilgrimage to Leshan and can choose to either hike up the mountain next to the Giant Buddha, or board a boat to see the Giant Buddha. 
Upon arriving into Leshan, hike up to the sacred temple of the Grand Buddha (located alongside the statue's head). For visitors who'd prefer not to hike, there is also the option to take a boat on the river to see the Giant Buddha from the river-view.

​As you hike up alongside the buddha, you'll be amazed at the intricate details of the Buddha's head as you get a close-up look, which even includes strands of hair! Continue walking towards the opposite side where you'll begin your descent back to the base, offering a number of different angles to take photographs from.
Thereafter, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant specializing in Sichuanese cuisine. In Sichuan Province, the food is famous for being very spicy and visitors will be introduced to a famous dish - Sichuan hot pot!

Alternatively, if you'd prefer to avoid the spicy food, we can also accommodate a range of other (non-spicy) dishes based upon your preferences. Please communicate directly with your guide on the morning of the tour or advise us via email after booking the tour.
Following lunch, continue exploring the Giant Buddha - this time visiting the opposite side to discover the Wuyou Temple (乌尤寺).  The Wuyou Temple is a pink walled building, featuring a large number of terracotta sculptures and calligraphic paintings. Even though lots of temples look very similar, Wuyou Temple is an exception and provides a unique experience away from the big crowds at the Giant Buddha.

Thereafter, continue the tour by visiting the Arhat Hall(阿罗汉殿), located within the sprawling Wuyou Temple complex. Arhat Hall features 500 spectacular Arhat statues, which make this attraction worth visiting as well as the incredible panoramic views overlooking the converging rivers below! The tour will conclude with a transfer back to your Chengdu Hotel for evening at leisure. END OF TOUR.

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