Top 10 Historical & Heritage Tours in Sichuan, China

May 19, 2021 Vergie Nakamoto

Sichuan, formerly romanized as Szechuan or Szechwan, is a province in southwest China occupying most of the Sichuan Basin and the easternmost part of the Tibetan Plateau between the Jinsha River on the west, the Daba Mountains in the north, and the Yungui Plateau to the south. Sichuan's capital city is Chengdu. The population of Sichuan stands at 81 million.
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1. Chengdu City Tour of Qingyang Palace, Wuhou Temple and Jinli Street

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Chengdu, with its profound history, was once the place where the ancient Shu State was located. This guided city sightseeing trip brings you to the main downtown attractions, including Qingyang Palac, Thatched Cottage of Du Fu, Wuhou Temple and Jinli Street. The private tour includes hotel pickup and drop-off.

Inclusions: English-speaking tour guide, Private transportation, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Entrance ticket fees, Gratuities

Reviewed By Jimecg

Everything started good, our guide Vivian was kind and very helpful. But after the visit to the Panda Breeding Center she told us that the agency couldn’t buy our tickets for the Buddha because we didn’t t have a Chinese ID and in the ticket office they were already sold out. So we didn’t see the Leshan Buddha and they only refund the amount of the ticket for the Buddha (70RMB) and got a visit to Jinlin street. I think the agency should know and be prepared for these kind of things. We only had one complete day in Chengdu and we couldn’t see the Buddha, which was one of our priorities in the trip. We are very disappointed.

2. All Inclusive Private Tour:2-Day of Xian and Chengdu with Hotel Accommodation

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This 2-day private tour takes you to see the Terracotta Warriors Museum and City Wall in Xi'an and the lovely Giant Panda in Chengdu. Private transportation, professional English-speaking tour guide, delicious lunch and all entrance tickets to attractions indicated in the itinerary are included. This tour will definitely create unforgettable memories for you. One night 4star hotel accommodation in Chengdu and bullet train from Xi'an to Chengdu are included. We can offer you the round-trip airport transfer or train station transfer during the tour, please confirm with us beforehand and offer us your pick up and drop off location information in details.

Inclusions: Lunch, Dinner, Professional English-speaking guide in Xi'an and Chengdu, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private air-conditioning travel vehicle, one night 4star Hotel accommodation in Chengdu , Entrance fee of Terracotta Warriors museum, Entrance fee of City Wall, Entrance fee of Panda breeding center in Chengdu, Entrance fee of Wenshu monastery, Bullet train ticket from Xi'an to Chengdu

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Reviewed By 477george

Our tour guide Owen brought us to the Muslim Quarter in Xi’an. Of particular interest was the mosque which looks very much like a prayer garden. Owen pointed out many points of interest. He brought us to the prayer hall. We could not enter but doorways are open so that you can peer in. It is one of the oldest mosques in existence. Thanks to Owen we discovered this. Also we visited the Terra-cotta soldiers. This was a great tour. Since this is a popular site, our guide, Owen took us there when others would be leaving for lunch. A great strategy! Owen explained what was happening in each of the 4 pits. Without his excellent explanation it would have been a bunch of figures in a pit. I would highly recommend this tour. Thank you Owen! The city wall is worth the climb. Beautiful view of the city and an opportunity to get an understanding of life in the past. Our guide, Owen, did a superb job of explaining the wall structure as well as the purpose and the different gates, etc. I highly recommend going to the city wall.

3. Private One Day Chengdu Panda Tour and Chengdu City visiting

Xi'an Private One-day Tour Guide Anna
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Chengdu, capital of Sichuan province, is a city you never want to leave once you arrive. Reputed as a very “laid-back” city, it is so large and diverse abounding with options. You could visit the giant pandas, and support the efforts towards ensuring the survival of Chengdu iconic but endangered species. Or, you could take in other historic legacies, like Jinli Old Street, Wenshu Temple, Three Kingdoms-era Wuhou Temple, the more recent Ming-Qing neighborhoods of the Kuan-Zhai Alley, or the ancient and still-operational Dujiangyan Irrigation System.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Lunch, Entrance Fee

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By veronicacF8473KW

It is a must see. It requires walking and to be able to climb stairs. It is wonderful as the weather is also cooler this time of year. The Ming Tombs were also pretty awesome.

4. 16-Day Small-Group Tour: Beijing, Xi'an, Guilin, Chengdu, Chongqing, Yangtze River Cruise and Shanghai

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This small group trip is a perfect combination of popular tourist destinations in China. You can explore rich historical and cultural heritages in Beijing and Xi'an, by visiting the Great Wall, Forbidden City, Terracotta Army and many other attractions. Continue to appreciate charming natural scenery in Guilin, observe the lovely pandas in Chengdu, relax during the 5-star Yangtze River Cruise and experience dynamic metropolitan life of Shanghai.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Dinner, Lunch, Lunch, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, Lunch, Breakfast, 15 nights hotel/ cruise ship accommodation based on twin-sharing room, One way Economy-class airfare from Beijing to Xi'an, Xi'an to Guilin and Guilin to Chengdu. , One way First-class seat of High-speed Train Fare from Yichang to Shanghai, One way soft seat train from Chengdu to Chongqing, Two bottled water per person per day, Professional guide & experienced driver, Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Gratuities, China visa fees, International airfare, Airport drop-off service in Shanghai on Day 16, Single room supplement for solo guest is compulsive and is available on request.

Reviewed By 283brianneb

Really great experience! Our guide Rocky was really knowledgeable and took some amazing photos for our group. This tour made our trip stress free, leaving us to enjoy the beautiful views.

5. Zigong Dinosaur Museum& Salt Industry History Museum&Sichuan's best teahouse

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Zigong is an amazingly beautiful and unique city known as the hometown of dinosaurs and capital of salt. During this one day trip, you will explore Zigong Dinosaur Museum to learn about this ancient creature that once ruled the world. While Zigong’s Salt Industry History Museum is a perfect place for you to learn about the long history of China’s salt industry as well as appreciate the beauty of the exquisite architectures and sculptures. Another highlight is the visit of its unusual riverside Wangye Temple Teahouse, which is considered by BBC as the best teahouse in Sichuan. Furthermore, Zigong’s delicious local food has often been one important reason for travellers want to come to the city.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, We will arrange lunch for you in a local restaurant for you to try some authentic local dishes., English-speaking tour guide service, Entrance tickets to Zigong Dinosaur Museum and Salt Industry History Museum, Drinking a cup of tea at Wangye Temple Teahouse, which is considered as the best teahouse in Sichuan

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Reviewed By mathengrary

It was really a amazing to ride Chengdu countryside. I had a wonderful time out of the city. Loved the village kids waving their hands, running beside us, some asked us to take photos with them. The senior people were really friendly too. Thnaks Leo, Greenie and Sichuan Adventure Team.

6. Giant Panda and Dujinagyan Irrigation 1 day tour

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We bring you to the adorable pandas, and more! Pandas are more then good-looking and cute, they are special! Join us to find out a full story of how do they live, why are they here and even funny things about these precious neighbour and treasure of human being! Dujiangyan Irrigation System is honored as the 'Treasure of Sichuan', which still plays a crucial role in draining off floodwater, irrigating farms and providing water resources for more than 50 cities in the province.In China, Chengdu is always praised as the Tian Fu Zhi Guo, which means 'Nature's Storehouse'. Over 2,200 years ago, the city was threatened by the frequent floods caused by flooding of the Minjiang River (a tributary of the Yangtze River).

Inclusions: Private transfer, Experienced English-speaking tour guide, Our passion and smile

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By svennoatchina

+ Started in the morning from chengdu, visited the giant Buddha by using the boats. Chilled walkthrough in some hidden streets and end of the day harvested some green tea and learned how to cook and dry. It was a really nice experience to see in detail how to win tea and talk directly to the farmer about their business and the learn about their life story. Our Tourguide Sheldon was very young but shared a lot of facts during the hole trip. He was friendly and helpfully by everything. So we really enjoyed just to follow him and not to care about driving, paying or organizing something what can be easily a bit stressfully in china. -I am only a bit disappointed that we still have 130 air pollution values. Thought will be better outside from Chengdu

7. Western Sichuan- Chengdu, Daocheng Yading

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Daocheng Yading Scenic Area not only has magnificent and sacred snow mountains, but also vast meadows, colorful forests and clear blue lake. Almost all the most beautiful things in the snow plateau are gathered here, all of which make people linger and forget. Like the local devout Tibetans, walking around the mountains is the best way to experience the scenery of Daocheng Yading.

Inclusions: Accommodation as per itinerary, Bottled water, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), Professional guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Exclusions: Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)

Reviewed By Elena_gltan

I have travelled with YAT Travel since 2018 and the places that I went with them are North-East China, Harbin, Heilongjiang, Guizhou, West Sichuan and the most recent one that I went is the Silk Road and North Xinjiang. All together they were 3 long tours, all covering more than 20 days in each trip. I find this travel agency reliable and they deliver what were promised in the itineraries. They guides that were assigned to us are passionate and responsible in their duties..namely Zach and Jason whom I have the privilege to meet. Both of them went all the way out to make sure their guests are comfortable and well taken care of. If not for the pandemic the whole world is facing now, I would have gone with YAT for my fourth trip and that is to Yunnan Photography Tour in March this year. When the trip was cancelled due to the pandemic our deposits were promptly refunded by the company to our much relieved. If you plan to see China as a traveller and not seeing the usual touristy stuff which is often jam packed and very commercialised I would highly recommend YAT Travel. They will bring you to see the real interesting China and not forgetting to mention the delicious local food they bring to.

8. Leshan Giant Buddha Day Tour

Chengdu, Sichuan, China Panda China Go
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Our driver has many years of experience in receiving foreign tourists, and has prepared a written description of the Leshan Giant Buddha in the car to ensure that you can complete the entire tour smoothly, and there is no guide to save you a part of the cost.

Inclusions: Fuel surcharge, Bottled water, Driver, Private transportation

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Reviewed By 123pordiego

If you are looking to have an incredible trip ask for Wu Cheng. He is very professional and give his 100% to help you in anything you need. He was all the time nice and very flexible with the time and the places you want to visit. I strongly recommend this tour and to him. About the Buddah, please consider weather conditions and the fact that you have to go downstairs and upstairs. It worth it, but will require some physic condition to get it.

9. Dujiangyan Irrigation and Mt.Qingcheng 1 day tour (all inclusive)

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built over 2000 years ago and still in use today , Dujiangyan Irrigation makes Chengdu plain as one of the most fertile place in China , not only the engineering is interesting , but also the scenery is beautiful .

Inclusions: local nice restaurant with fresh and beautiful food, Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water

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Reviewed By ghml04

Our large group of 17 family and friends enjoyed our 2 week Chengdu, Jiuzhaigou, Ermei, Leshan trip with Aline very much. Aline planned the itinerary well with highlights being the newly opened Jiuzhaigou/Huanglong areas (super wow), Emei/Leshan and Chengdu city areas. She even took us to the less known Bifengxia zoo where we are able to feed lions, tigers, bears up close and observe the panda in really close range. Aline is extremely dedicated. Before the trip, I mentioned that Singapore does not allow fireworks, and Aline brought along some impressive fireworks for us to set off. That's something the kids (and even adults!) enjoyed very much for the first time! Its an unique experience for us Singaporeans. She also went out of her way to help the group. When we needed bubble wrap to hand carry some fragile items, she ordered it from the Chinese websites and arranged for it to be delivered to the hotel the next day. She also helped us order several things from Chinese websites which saved us a lot of hassle. Of course Aline was completely professional in the usual tour guide duties : flexibly amending the schedule to tailor to weather and our preferences, taking care of the group, recommending food choices etc. She is a very committed tour guide and goes out of the way to meet our needs. We had a great trip and would not hesitate to recommend her to friends who is going to Chengdu!

10. Mt Qingcheng and Dujiangyan Irrigation 1 Day Tour

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This  tour brings you to the world heritage, and more! Du Jiang Yan irrigation system is more than a dam, It’s still working and special! Join us to find out a full story of the background ,how and why built in thousands years ago, try to explore out all the mysteries. Mt.Qingcheng as one of the birthplaces of Chinese Taoism, Taoist mountains. Located in Dujiangyan City, Sichuan Province, southwest, called as "wife's father mountain", 68 km west of Chengdu, is 10 kilometers southwest of Dujiangyan Irrigation Project. Main peak is 1600 meters above sea level and old Xiao roof. Mountains in Sichuan, with the risk Jianmen, Emei the show, Kuimen the male par, the "quiet Qingcheng world" reputation. Qingcheng Mountain is a famous historical mountain and national key scenic spots, and in 2000 together with the Dujiangyan World Heritage listed as a World Heritage List.

Inclusions: Private transfer, Experienced English-speaking tour guide, Duajiangyan Irrigation Project Entrance, Mt. Qingcheng Entrance Fee, sight seeing car in Mt.Qingcheng

Exclusions: Gratuities, lunch, golf car in Dujiangyan, cable car in Mt. Qingcheng

Reviewed By svennoatchina

+ Started in the morning from chengdu, visited the giant Buddha by using the boats. Chilled walkthrough in some hidden streets and end of the day harvested some green tea and learned how to cook and dry. It was a really nice experience to see in detail how to win tea and talk directly to the farmer about their business and the learn about their life story. Our Tourguide Sheldon was very young but shared a lot of facts during the hole trip. He was friendly and helpfully by everything. So we really enjoyed just to follow him and not to care about driving, paying or organizing something what can be easily a bit stressfully in china. -I am only a bit disappointed that we still have 130 air pollution values. Thought will be better outside from Chengdu

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