Avatar's Realm: Immersive Zhangjiajie Adventure
Rewritten Itinerary: Ancient Wonders & Panda Encounters
Day 1: Arrival in Chengdu
Airport Transfer & Hotel Check-in
Our guide will meet you outside the baggage claim area of Chengdu Airport, holding a welcome board with your name. Private transportation will transfer you to the hotel for check-in. The remainder of the day is free for you to settle in and relax.
Meals: No meals, advice freely available
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Chengdu Oriental Plaza
Day 2: Chengdu's Historical Heritage & Journey to Bifeng Gorge
Morning Cultural Exploration
Begin your day with a visit to Jinsha Site Museum, a theme museum built on Jinsha ruins showcasing the ancient Shu culture of Sichuan. Continue to Wide and Narrow Alley, consisting of three distinct alleys where you can experience traditional Chengdu life, sample local cuisine, and immerse yourself in rich cultural traditions.
Afternoon Transfer to Panda Region
Travel approximately 2.5 hours to Bifeng Gorge, home to the China Panda Protection and Research Center. This region, chosen as the new habitat for pandas relocated after the 2008 earthquake, features ideal panda habitat with pleasant climate, dense forests, and abundant water sources. Check into your hotel near the panda base upon arrival.
Meals: Western buffet breakfast
Accommodation: Ya'an Hongzhu Hotel
Day 3: Bifeng Gorge Panda Base Experience
Full Day Panda Observation
Spend the entire day exploring Bifeng Gorge Panda Base, a comprehensive facility featuring kindergarten, hospital, playground, and various habitats for these beloved creatures. Observe pandas playing, feeding on bamboo, and resting in their naturalistic environments. Learn about panda behavior, evolutionary history, and conservation efforts while witnessing numerous pandas in one location.
Scenic Exploration
Accompanied by your guide, explore the natural beauty of Bifeng Gorge, including stunning waterfalls and scenic spots with fascinating local legends. In late afternoon, return to Chengdu by private vehicle.
Meals: Western buffet breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Chengdu Oriental Plaza
Day 4: Leshan Giant Buddha & Sichuan Museum
Morning Excursion to Leshan
Journey to Leshan to witness the magnificent Giant Buddha, the world's largest stone-carved Buddha statue standing 233 feet high. Explore the surrounding temples, pagodas, and waterfalls within the scenic area.
Afternoon Cultural Immersion
Return to Chengdu to visit Sichuan Museum, housing over 260,000 historical artifacts that comprehensively showcase Sichuan's rich history and cultural heritage.
Meals: Western buffet breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Holiday Inn Chengdu Oriental Plaza
Day 5: Departure from Chengdu
Airport/Railway Transfer
Our guide will transfer you to the airport or railway station and assist with boarding procedures. Your Sichuan exploration concludes with cherished memories of cultural discoveries and panda encounters.
Meals: Western buffet breakfast