5 Days Buddhist Culture Tour in Sichuan
Destination:
Duration: 5 daysChengdu-Mt. Leshan-Mt. Emei-Chengdu
Tour Code: TCT-Sichuan-03
Tour Type: Private Tour
Best Travel Time: Suitable for the whole year, best from April to November.
Price from
2-5 persons: US$ 666 P/P
6-9 persons: US$ 479 P/P
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Chengdu Baoguang Temple
Chengdu the Giant Buddha
Chengdu Mt. Emei
Chengdu Mt. Emei
Chengdu Wannian Temple
Summary:
As one of the most important places in the history of China's Buddhism development, Sichuan has many to offer. In this 5 Days China Buddhist Tour to Sichuan, you will appreciate the inner spirit of Grand Leshan Giant Buddha and serene Mt. Emei those two landmarks which can not be missed. Go with TopChinaTravel to find out just in four days.
Day 1
Arrival ChengduArrive in Chengdu, the destination of your trip, you will be met at the airport then transferred to the hotel for check-in. Enjoy your own free time for the rest of the day.
Meals: No meal
Accommodation: In Chengdu
Day 2
ChengduToday, have a visit to Baoguang Temple, which locates in Xindu District, is one of the oldest and most complex Buddhist temples in China.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Chengdu
Day 3
Chengdu
Mt. Leshan Mt. Emei Spend about 1.5hours driving, you will reach Mt. Leshan (150 km) for the Giant Buddha and can then take a cruise to have an overview of this mountain and the Giant Buddha. In the late afternoon, move forward to Mt. Emei (30km) and stay over night in Emei City.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Emei city
Accommodation: In Emei city
Day 4
Mt. Emei ChengduIn the morning, take a cable car up to Mt. Emei and enjoy your visit to Wannian Temple. After some stroll on the mountain, get down the mountain and continue your visit to Baoguo Temple. Drive back to Chengdu (170 km).
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Chengdu
Accommodation: In Chengdu
Day 5
Departure ChengduBidding a fond farewell to Sichuan, drive to the airport for the flight to your next stop.
Meals: Breakfast
Service Ends
Day 1
Arrival Chengdu Arrive in Chengdu, the destination of your trip, you will be met at the airport then transferred to the hotel for check-in. Enjoy your own free time for the rest of the day.
Meals: No meal
Accommodation: In Chengdu
Chengdu is the capital city of Sichuan Province. With a population of 11 million, it is an important commercial transportation, and communications hub of south-western China. The locals have a reputation for a laid back attitude and knowing how to enjoy life. Historically, Chengdu has a special place in the annals of finance. The world's first paper money, the 'Jiao Zi' was minted in Chengdu in the year 1023.
Day 2
ChengduToday, have a visit to Baoguang Temple, which locates in Xindu District, is one of the oldest and most complex Buddhist temples in China.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Chengdu
The Baoguang (Divine Light) Temple is located in Xindu County, 18km north of Chengdu. The temple acquired its name from the Emperor Xizong of Tang Dynasty when he saw the divine light coming from the top of the temple one night. Baoguang is famous for being built in a large scale. More than 400 huge pillars form a distributive structure of one tower, five halls and sixteen courtyards.
Day 3
Chengdu Mt. Leshan Mt. Emei Spend about 1.5hours driving, you will reach Mt. Leshan (150 km) for the Giant Buddha and can then take a cruise to have an overview of this mountain and the Giant Buddha. In the late afternoon, move forward to Mt. Emei (30km) and stay over night in Emei City.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Emei city
Accommodation: In Emei city
Belonging to the Mt. Emei-Leshan Giant Buddha Historic Scenic Area, Registered as a World Natural and Cultural Heritage by UNESCO in 1997, Leshan Giant Buddha, the largest stone sculpture of Buddha in the world, lies at the confluence of the Min, Dadu and Qingyi rivers. Carved out of a cliff face, it sits impassively against the mountain, hands on his knees and looking across the river with heavy-lidded eyes. To really appreciate the majesty of the statue, taking cruise across the river is a good idea.Located on the southwest periphery of the Sichuan Basin, Mt. Emei is one of the four sacred Buddhist Mountains of China. Seen from afar, the undulating mountain range of Emei resembles a girl's eyebrows; hence, it was so named. Great spectacles of Mt. Emei include the sunrise and sea of clouds seen from the Golden Summit of the mountain.
Day 4
Mt. Emei ChengduIn the morning, take a cable car up to Mt. Emei and enjoy your visit to Wannian Temple. After some stroll on the mountain, get down the mountain and continue your visit to Baoguo Temple. Drive back to Chengdu (170 km).
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: In Chengdu
Accommodation: In Chengdu
There are 30 temples in Mt. Emei scenic area. You will take a cable car to one of most famous-Wannian Temple. In the center of the Wannian Temple there is a huge bronze statue of Samantabhadra mounted on a white elephant. It weighs 62-ton.About 15 kilometers from the Wanning Temple, Baoguo Temple sits at the foot of the mountain at the entrance and exit of the mountain area. It acquired its name from the Emperor Xizong of Tang Dynasty when he saw the divine light coming from the top of the temple one night. Baoguang is famous for being built in a large scale. More than 400 huge pillars form a distributive structure of one tower, five halls and sixteen courtyards.
Day 5
Departure ChengduBidding a fond farewell to Sichuan, drive to the airport for the flight to your next stop.
Meals: Breakfast
Service Ends
Full price of this tour (per person in US$):
- JAN, FEB, DEC
- MAR, JUN, JUL, AUG
- APR, MAY, SEP, OCT, NOV
| Group Size | Using Standard Hotel ★★★ |
Using First Class Hotel ★★★★ |
Using Deluxe Hotel ★★★★★ |
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| Double Occupancy |
Sole Occupancy |
Double Occupancy |
Sole Occupancy |
Double Occupancy |
Sole Occupancy |
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| 1 person | 1141 | 1344 | 1548 | |||
| 2-5 persons | 666 | 787 | 767 | 990 | 870 | 1194 |
| 6-9 persons | 479 | 600 | 581 | 803 | 683 | 1007 |
| 10 persons & above | 372 | 482 | 447 | 633 | 546 | 831 |
| Group Size | Using Standard Hotel ★★★ |
Using First Class Hotel ★★★★ |
Using Deluxe Hotel ★★★★★ |
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| Double Occupancy |
Sole Occupancy |
Double Occupancy |
Sole Occupancy |
Double Occupancy |
Sole Occupancy |
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| 1 person | 1189 | 1400 | 1646 | |||
| 2-5 persons | 690 | 835 | 796 | 1046 | 918 | 1292 |
| 6-9 persons | 503 | 648 | 609 | 859 | 732 | 1105 |
| 10 persons & above | 382 | 503 | 474 | 686 | 593 | 925 |
| Group Size | Using Standard Hotel ★★★ |
Using First Class Hotel ★★★★ |
Using Deluxe Hotel ★★★★★ |
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| Double Occupancy |
Sole Occupancy |
Double Occupancy |
Sole Occupancy |
Double Occupancy |
Sole Occupancy |
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| 1 person | 1228 | 1484 | 1719 | |||
| 2-5 persons | 709 | 874 | 837 | 1129 | 955 | 1365 |
| 6-9 persons | 523 | 687 | 650 | 943 | 768 | 1178 |
| 10 persons & above | 402 | 542 | 517 | 772 | 662 | 1062 |
Recommended Hotels:
| City | Standard Hotel ★★★ | First Class Hotel ★★★★ | Deluxe Hotel ★★★★★ |
| Chengdu | Chengdu Binjiang Hotel | Tianfu Sunshine Hotel | Tibet Hotel Chengdu |
| Mt. Emei | - | Emeishan Hua Sheng Hotel | Hongzhushan Hotel |
Optional Local Specialties & Night Shows:
| City | Local Specialties | Nights Shows |
| Chengdu | Chengdu Hot Pot | Chuan Opera |
Remarks:
1.The prices quoted here are only valid from March 1, 2012 to March 1, 2013. TCT reserves the right to adjust the prices of any portion of the tour due to the reasons beyond our control without prior notice.
2.All quotation is in US dollar (per person), and based on the exchange rate between CNY and USD in effect at the time of publishing. It is subject to change.
3.The quotation on our website is also subject to change during some Chinese festivals, national holidays, fairs or events, when hotels may levy higher rates which will be advised on a case by case basis.
4.The availabilities of rooms, flights and etc. are subject to change until the actual booking is been made.
5.Specific requests such as adjacent or connecting rooms, bedding requests, smoking or non-smoking rooms and special dietary needs should be subjected to reconfirm upon your arrival. We would put on your request to the Hotel.
Price includes:
1. Airport/railway station welcome and private transfers between airports/railway stations, hotels and sightseeing spots. Separate arrivals and departures will incur extra charges.
2. Domestic airfare of economic class or train ticket(s) as mentioned in the itinerary. Airport construction fee and fuel surcharge are included.
3. Accommodation (if include Yangtze cruiser) based on two adults sharing one standard twin-bed room (cabin); solo travelers or those who want to occupy one twin-bed room/cabin of their own are required to pay additional charge of single supplement rate (S.SUPP in above price table). A single room (cabin) is subject to availability based on prior request at an additional cost; if the recommended hotel is not available, it will be substituted by a similar one.
4. Driver and English-speaking guide service on normal sightseeing activities noted in the itinerary.
5. All entrance fees to scenic spots as shown in the itinerary. The final arrangement will be determined by local tour guides based on the local circumstances which are beyond the control of TopChinaTravel. TCT will adhere to the original itinerary as accurately as possible.
6. Meals as specified in the itinerary.
6. Meals as specified in the itinerary.
7. Government taxes.
Price excludes:
1.Round way International airfare or train tickets, unless otherwise noted.
2.Visa fee, passport application or renewal fee.
3.Any Meals not specified in the itinerary.
3.Any Meals not specified in the itinerary.
4.Tips for guides, escort, drives, bellman, etc.
5.Personal expenses such as excess luggage fees, laundry, postage, communications and beverages.
6.Optional meals and shows mentioned in the itinerary, which will be added up if the clients desire to take the activities.
7.Any extra cost caused by changes of natural disasters, fires, weather, governmental and local authority orders, political change, strikes, war, riots, quarantine, custom regulations, damages or injury caused by accident beyond the control of TopChinaTravel and that has incurred due to the tourist action violating the laws.
8.Any items not specified in the plan.
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