1 day Leshan Giant Buddha tour from Chengdu
Leshan Grand Buddha is renowned for the world's largest sitting buddha. At 71 m. (233 ft.) high, it took over 100 years to carve into a cliff in hopes of calming the merging rivers below. Take this 1 day tour to explore this massive creation.
Itinerary
Leshan Grand Buddha is the biggest sitting Buddha in the world. And it was begun to built in 713AD in Tang Dynasty, took more than 90 years to finish this huge statue. And it sits at Lingyue Mountain, at the Giant Buddha Cliff, you will find out a lot of stunning small buddha caves, you will be astonished by this human project. In 1996 Leshan Grand Buddha was enlisted in the world natural and cultural heritage by the UNESCO.
In the morning, your guide will meet you at your hotel in Chengdu and accompany you to Leshan, either by private car (approx. 2 hours' drive) or high-speed train (about 1 hour), depending on your preference.
As you travel, enjoy the scenic countryside of western Sichuan. Upon arrival in Leshan, visit the awe-inspiring Leshan Grand Buddha, the tallest stone sitting Buddha in the world. Carved into the cliff face at the confluence of three rivers, this 71-meter-tall statue was started in 713 AD during the Tang Dynasty and took more than 90 years to complete. The site also features smaller Buddha carvings and an ancient drainage system that showcases the remarkable engineering of the time.
You’ll have the option to take a boat ride (additional fee, 70CNY per person) to admire the Buddha from the river—a fantastic way to appreciate its full scale and surrounding landscape.
After your visit, return to Chengdu in the afternoon by either car or high-speed train, end this memorable cultural day tour.
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Do you have availability and what is the cost for a tour to Leshan Buddha from a hotel in Chengdu on Saturday, 18 July. We want to leave early to be there at opening or close to that time and do not want shopping stops.
Dear Kristy,
Thank you for comments, this is Tracy from Windhorse Tour responding to your email.
I just sent you an email based on your inquiry, please kindly go through the details and feel free to let me know any follow up questions you may have.
I am looking forward to hearing from you soon.
Best regards,
Tracy
How much is the day tour to Leshan Giant Buddha? and how much does it cost for 1 person? I am looking to book 1 person for April 6.
Thanks,
Kevin
Hi Kevin,
Thanks for your comments! I have sent you the email with detailed tour itinerary with quotation, please go through the details and feel free to let me know for any questions on it!
Look forward to hearing from you soon!
Best Regards,
Yuki
Leshan Grand Buddha Tour - 1 Day
Hi, i will like to ask about this tour. I will be staying at Ascott Raffles city hotel. Is there hotel pick up and drop off? As I will be going alone, please advise the price.
i will like to go on 29 sept 2016
Hi Pauline,
Thanks for your comments! This is Yuki from WindhorseTour. The private tour has included the hotel pick up and drop off. I have sent you an email with the quotation, please kindly have a look and feel free to let me know for any further questions on it!
Best Regards,
Yuki
Hi, 17 April 2017, I plan to visit Leshan & Emei Shan in 1 day from Chengdu. Group of 6 persons. Going to Leshan by boat and returning by bus. Please send me itinerary and price per person. Thanks
Hello Nellie,
Thanks for your comments. This is Yuki from WindhorseTour. I have sent you the quotation based on your requirements, please go through the details and kindly let me know for any thoughts or comments on it.
Look forward for your reply soon!
Best Regards,
Yuki
Do you have a public (group) tour for April? And the price, we have 2 adults and 1 child ( 6 years old).
Hello Kelly,
Thank you for the inquiry. You are welcome to join in our Chengdu Panda Base / Leshan Grand Buddha One Day Tour, which departs on every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
I have sent an email with detailed itinerary with quotation for your review. If you have any further questions or comments, please kindly let me know.
Look forward to hearing from you soon.
Best Regards,
Anita
Hi, I would like to ask about this tour. I will be staying in a hotel in Leshan area, is there hotel pick up and drop off? We will be a group of three, please advise me with the quotation. Thanks.
Hi Wilta,
Thank you for the enquiry. This is Anita from WindhorseTour.
Yes, the hotel pick up and drop off will be included in the tour package. I have already sent an email with quotation details to you, please kindly go through it and let me know how is sounds to you.
Look forward to hearing from you soon.
Best Regards,
Anita
We are staying at Sofis Jinyun Hotel No.22, the third sectio of Renmin Middle
Road Qingyang District Chengdu City.
Will you pick us up at our hotel
We are two women, age 65. We need english guide.
Can we go on Dec 13 or Dec 14?
Hi Elaine,
Thanks for contacting us, we'd love to help you organize this day-trip and I've sent you the proposal for your reference. We also offer tours in many other places in Chengdu and surroundings. Hope we would have the chance to serve you and I'm looking forward to hearing from you again.
Cheers,
Murphy
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