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5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS · MOUNTAINS & RIVERS
Sichuan heritage with time for the mountain
Over 5 days, 5-Day Chengdu, Leshan & Mount Emei Tour links Arrival in Leshan with Leshan Departure, taking in Leshan Giant Buddha carved into a cliff, Buddhist statue on Mount Emei Golden Summit, To Chengdu by a confirmed rail or road along the way. Transfer to your hotel and keep the day relaxed. Chengdu’s lanes and panda parks are mostly gentle walking, while Leshan, Mount Emei, Qingcheng and Dujiangyan introduce humid stone steps and 3–6 kilometre sections beside cliffs or waterworks. Transfer to the airport or railway station. Mapo tofu, dan dan noodles or a teahouse snack belong between Chengdu visits; on mountain days, carry water and save the heavier hotpot for the evening. The route is best suited to travelers who prefer a private guide, a named set of sights and time for a proper meal in each place, with the daily emphasis on a focused private journey with a balanced daily rhythm. Opening hours, traffic and local access are checked during the trip, allowing the guide to reorder visits when needed.
5 days / 4 nights Itinerary at a Glance
Duration
5 days / 4 nights
Route
Chengdu - Leshan - Mount Emei - Chengdu
Long-distance travel
Private road transfers
Tour format
Customizable private tour
Trip Highlights Code: CN-11-05
Explore a Chengdu neighborhood before heading south.
Choose a suitable way to view Leshan Giant Buddha.
Stay near Mount Emei before the main mountain excursion.
Finish with a protected overnight in Chengdu.
Plan with Confidence: Clear inclusions, confirmed travel arrangements and a personalized itinerary before booking.
DAY BY DAY
The 5-Day Journey
Daily itinerary: Arrival in Leshan → Leshan Giant Buddha carved into a cliff → Buddhist statue on Mount Emei Golden Summit → To Chengdu by a confirmed rail or road → Leshan Departure.
INTERACTIVE ROUTE MAP
5-Day Chengdu, Leshan & Mount Emei Tour
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Transfer to your hotel and keep the day relaxed before continuing to Leshan Giant Buddha carved into a cliff the following day. If arrival time permits, enjoy a teahouse or neighborhood walk. For the Day 1 visit to Arrival in Leshan, the guide confirms the flight or train details in advance, assists with luggage and hotel check-in, and keeps the first outing close to the accommodation. Arrival in Leshan appears on Day 1 of the Chengdu, Leshan and Mount Emei plan: the exact walk and meal stop are agreed after arrival, which is especially useful when the route begins at altitude.
Travel to Leshan and visit the Giant Buddha area after Arrival in Leshan; Buddhist statue on Mount Emei Golden Summit follows on the next day. The walking route or an available river-viewing option is chosen to suit conditions and your comfort; they are not both assumed. Continue to accommodation near Mount Emei after the visit. During Leshan Giant Buddha carved into a cliff, the guide links the named sights through local history and details visible on the ground.
Spend the day on Mount Emei using the agreed scenic transport and cable-car combination where available after Leshan Giant Buddha carved into a cliff; To Chengdu by a confirmed rail or road follows on the next day. Walking and steps remain part of the visit. Weather may affect summit views, so the guide plans a suitable route rather than promising clear panoramas. During Buddhist statue on Mount Emei Golden Summit, the guide links the named sights through local history and details visible on the ground.
Return to Chengdu by a confirmed rail or road arrangement after Buddhist statue on Mount Emei Golden Summit; Leshan Departure follows on the next day. After check-in, enjoy a relaxed city visit such as Wenshu Monastery or a heritage-lane walk. Keep the afternoon flexible after the mountain stage and stay overnight in Chengdu. The transfer toward To Chengdu by a confirmed rail or road includes sensible comfort stops around the actual road or rail schedule. Keep water and valuables in hand luggage; on arrival, the guide prioritizes check-in and the named local visit before the next day's Leshan Departure instead of adding an unrelated detour.
Transfer to the airport or railway station after To Chengdu by a confirmed rail or road. No mountain excursion is scheduled on departure day. A panda visit needs an additional planned morning if your flight timing does not comfortably allow it. Pickup for Leshan Departure follows the confirmed flight or train time, with an allowance for hotel checkout, luggage, traffic and station or airport formalities. After To Chengdu by a confirmed rail or road, keep passports and tickets in hand luggage, and request an early breakfast box if the departure falls before the hotel restaurant opens.
PRIVATE QUOTATION
Private Tour Reference Prices
Estimated starting prices in USD per adult for the full 5-day / 4-night itinerary, sharing twin or double rooms.
2 adults traveling together USD 1,290 / person4 adults traveling together USD 950 / person6 adults traveling together USD 850 / person
Headline price basis: Four adults traveling together, using two twin or double rooms. City stays use comfortable 4-star hotels; village and remote stays use selected local guesthouses or boutique accommodation. The Accommodation tab shows the overnight bases.
Transport included in the estimate: Private road transfers between Chengdu, Leshan and the Mount Emei base.
For this route: The standard Leshan walking visit, Mount Emei admission, scenic bus and the planned return summit cable car are budgeted. A Leshan boat alternative and an additional panda visit are quoted separately.
Single-room supplement: From USD 200 per person for the full itinerary, added to the applicable twin-sharing group price. Solo private tours, odd-numbered groups and children receive a separate quote.
Dates and confirmation: These are planning estimates for standard-season travel, excluding Chinese public holidays, peak summer dates and major local festivals. Hotel and transport availability, room upgrades and itinerary changes can affect the price. Your dated quotation confirms the final total and inclusions before booking.
Typical Overnight Bases
Only places used by this itinerary are shown below. The final hotel list follows confirmed transport, season and room availability; upgrades and room preferences can be customized.
Chengdu 2 nights · Comfortable 4-star city or resort hotel; final property confirmed in your quoteEmei base 2 nights · Comfortable 4-star city or resort hotel; final property confirmed in your quote
✓ Price Includes
The reference price budgets for the following services; your dated quotation confirms the final arrangements
4 nights in twin or double rooms: comfortable 4-star city hotels and selected local boutique or guesthouse stays; cruise cabin where specified
Daily hotel breakfast
Private arrival, departure and sightseeing transfers on the base itinerary
English-speaking local guides on scheduled sightseeing days; no full-time escort on independent leisure or rail/flight sectors
Standard admission and mandatory scenic transport for the base sightseeing program, as specified in Prices
Private road transfers between Chengdu, Leshan and the Mount Emei base.
⊘ Price Excludes
International flights and transport to the first city or from the final city; domestic flights except any allowance expressly listed in Prices
Lunches, dinners and drinks except the meals specifically included above
Optional activities, alternative excursions and upgrades identified in the route-specific price notes
Single-room supplements, extra nights, upgraded rooms and changes to the base itinerary
Personal travel insurance, entry-document costs, personal purchases and discretionary gratuities
Who Is This Tour For?
This route suits travelers interested in mountains & rivers who want 5 days to explore Chengdu, Leshan, Mount Emei, Chengdu.
Hotel standard, walking pace and optional experiences are agreed before confirmation. Share your priorities so the final route remains practical for your group.
Travel Tips for This Itinerary
Cable cars reduce some ascent but do not eliminate walking and stairs.
Summit visibility depends on the weather.
Discuss the Leshan walking route versus river-viewing option before confirmation.
Check current entry requirements early with the China visa guide.
Read our practical China travel tips for packing, payments and daily preparation.
Daily hotel breakfast is included in the estimate. Other meals are included only where specified under Prices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will we stay on the summit?
The base itinerary uses accommodation near Mount Emei’s lower access area. A summit hotel requires a different plan and separate availability check.
Is a panda visit included?
It is not fixed in this five-day route. Add a Chengdu morning if pandas are a priority.
How many nights does this itinerary include?
The published 5-day route includes 4 overnight stays. The Accommodation tab lists the actual bases and night counts. Extra arrival or departure nights can be quoted separately.
What does the starting price mean?
The estimated starting price is USD 950 per person for four adults traveling together and sharing twin or double rooms in standard season. The Prices tab also shows estimates for two and six adults, the single-room supplement and route-specific inclusions. Send your dates for a confirmed quotation.
