Which view at Leshan works if we prefer fewer steps?

The river offers a view of the whole statue when boats are operating. The hillside route gives closer views and involves walking and steps. I will check current access and discuss both options for your group.

The Leshan Giant Buddha carved into a wooded cliff beside the river

Chengdu, Panda Valley & Leshan

Three private days for Chengdu’s teahouses, Dujiangyan Panda Valley and a choice of viewpoints at the Leshan Giant Buddha.

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DurationThree days

PickupChengdu hotel

Final drop-offChengdu hotel

PaceCity walks, park paths & a choice at Leshan

Your itinerary

Day 1

Wenshufang and a teahouse afternoon

Morning: Start at your Chengdu hotel. Walk the streets of Wenshufang, with time to try a snack and explore the courtyards and small shops at your own pace.
Afternoon: Sit down to a Sichuan lunch suited to your preferences for spice. Take a stroll around People’s Park and settle into a teahouse nearby. You can stay with your tea for the rest of the afternoon.
End of the day: Overnight in Chengdu.

The giant panda sculpture on the facade of Chengdu IFS — Chengdu city views · the panda sculpture at IFS.

The illuminated arches of Anshun Bridge reflected in the Jin River — Chengdu city views · Anshun Bridge after dark.

Day 2

Dujiangyan Panda Valley and the ancient irrigation works

Morning: Leave your Chengdu hotel for Dujiangyan Panda Valley, timed to the park admission arranged for your date. Follow a section of the park paths that suits your group’s walking pace.
Afternoon: Have lunch in Dujiangyan and visit the irrigation system. Choose a manageable section around Baopingkou, Feishayan or the Fish Mouth diversion. For younger children or a gentler day, shorten the afternoon walk.
End of the day: Return to Chengdu for the night.

River channels of the Dujiangyan irrigation system seen from above — Where the river divides at Dujiangyan.

Day 3

The Leshan Giant Buddha

Morning: Leave Chengdu for Leshan. Choose a hillside walk or a river view from a boat, taking into account your walking preferences, path access and boat operations that day.
Afternoon: Enjoy lunch in Leshan and leave time for the road back to Chengdu. If you have a flight or train to catch, tell me before we finalize the order of these three days.
End of the day: Return to your Chengdu hotel.

Who joins you?

I’m Edison, the guide who runs this travel agency. I started in Yunnan. Each tour is yours alone, and I arrange vehicles for solo travelers, families and private parties of eight, twelve or more.

Private driver + my online support

Your local driver handles pickups and transfers. Explore on your own, with me available in English for the planning and coordination we agree on.

Private driver + local English-speaking guide

Your driver takes care of transport. A local guide joins you for walks, visits and conversations. You can choose guided service for selected days.

Discuss your group

Plan your private trip with Edison

Send your dates, group size and the route you have in mind. I usually reply personally within 24 hours. Your written quote specifies the vehicle, support, included costs and any extras before you decide.

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English and Mandarin welcome. A rough plan is enough to start.