Sichuan, a dazzling pearl in Southwest China, boasts rich natural landscapes and profound historical and cultural heritage. From the laid-back lifestyle of Chengdu to the fairy-tale world of Jiuzhaigou, from the Buddhist sacred site of Mount Emei to the giant panda reserve at Wolong, every destination showcases the unique charm and diversity of the Land of Abundance.
Explore the natural wonders and cultural charm of the Land of Abundance, from Chengdu's laid-back lifestyle to Jiuzhaigou's fairy-tale world, experiencing the perfect fusion of Sichuan's diverse culture and natural landscapes
Arrive in Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province, check into your hotel and head to Kuanzhai Alley to experience Chengdu's laid-back lifestyle. Then visit Wuhou Shrine to learn about the history and culture of the Three Kingdoms. In the evening, head to Jinli Ancient Street to taste Sichuan specialty snacks and feel the unique charm of Bashu culture.
Visit the Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Research Base in the morning to observe the daily life of the national treasure giant pandas up close. In the afternoon, head to Dujiangyan to visit the world's oldest still-functioning non-dam diversion irrigation project and feel the crystallization of ancient Chinese wisdom.
Spend the full day exploring Jiuzhaigou National Nature Reserve, admiring the natural landscape hailed as a "fairy-tale world." Jiuzhaigou is famous for its "Six Wonders": emerald lakes, cascading waterfalls, colorful forests, snow-capped peaks, Tibetan charm, and blue ice. It was China's first nature reserve established primarily for the protection of natural scenery.
Head to Huanglong National Scenic Area to admire the "Jade Pool on Earth," renowned for its "Four Wonders": colorful ponds, snow-capped mountains, deep gorges, and primeval forests. Huanglong is China's only well-preserved highland wetland, featuring large-scale, ingeniously structured, and vividly colored surface travertine landscapes as its main attraction.
In the morning, head to Leshan to visit the world's largest stone-carved seated Maitreya Buddha — the Leshan Giant Buddha. In the afternoon, proceed to Mount Emei and take the cable car to the Golden Summit to admire the three great spectacles: the Sea of Clouds, the Buddha's Halo, and the Sacred Lamp. Head to the airport or train station according to your return schedule to conclude your wonderful Sichuan journey.