Panda Tous

Discover a Bronze Age archaeological site in Southwest China and visit a world-class scientific research institution dedicated to breeding and saving the endangered giant panda. Embark on a journey through the ancient civilization of Shu in Sichuan.

Itinerary

06:30–07:30 Complimentary pick-up by car for guests within Chengdu's 3rd Ring Road to the designated meeting point (shared shuttle transfer).

08:00 Departure as a group. (During holidays or peak season, pick-up and departure times may be approximately 30 minutes earlier. Thank you for your understanding! Reference meeting points: No. 21/36 Xihuamen Street, Kuanzhai Alley, or Qintai Road; the exact location will be confirmed in the final notice.)

08:30 (Approx. 30-minute drive) Arrive at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding located on Futou Mountain in the northern suburbs of Chengdu.

• Included: Entrance ticket to the base.

• Optional at own expense: Sightseeing bus (30 RMB/person) and electronic audio guide (15 RMB/person).

• Duration: Approximately 2 hours.

The Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding is a national AAAA-level tourist attraction, a recipient of the UNEP's "Global 500 Roll of Honour for Environmental Achievement," a National Science Popularization Education Base, a National Youth Science and Technology Education Base, a Postdoctoral Workstation, an International Science and Technology Cooperation Demonstration Base, and one of the "New Ten Scenic Spots of Chengdu." As a world-class institution dedicated to saving the endangered giant panda, it is known as the "Home of Pandas." Visit the Giant Panda Enclosure, Butterfly House, Red Panda Enclosure, Giant Panda Wild Training Zone, and the Giant Panda Delivery Room, among other attractions.

10:30 Assemble and depart for Sanxingdui.

12:00 Arrive at Sanxingdui, located on the bank of the Yazi River in the west of Guanghan, a famous historical and cultural city.

12:30 Visit the Sanxingdui Museum.

• Included: Entrance ticket.

• Optional at own expense: Audio guide for the Sanxingdui Site (15 RMB/person).

• Duration: Approximately 2 hours.

Sanxingdui is named after the three loess mounds that rise prominently on the Chengdu Plain. It is a modern thematic site museum in China and a major Bronze Age archaeological site in Southwest China. The discovery of two large-scale Shang Dynasty sacrificial pits unearthed thousands of rare national treasures, including the Bronze Sacred Tree, the Golden Scepter, and the Large Bronze Standing Figure, all of which are unparalleled in the world. The discovery of Sanxingdui has pushed the history of the ancient Shu Kingdom back to 5,000 years ago. It houses one of the most historically, scientifically, culturally, and artistically valuable and visually stunning collections of cultural relics.

16:00 Tour concludes at Kuanzhai Alley or Qintai Road.

Price Includes

1. Transportation: Air-conditioned tour bus with one assigned seat per person (seat requests cannot be accommodated). For individual travelers, a complimentary van pick-up within Chengdu's 3rd Ring Road is provided without a tour guide. The group will disband near a subway station, and return transfer is not included. The bus size will be determined by the final number of participants to ensure one seat per person. Vehicle model or seat preferences cannot be guaranteed. Travelers may be on different vehicles during the trip. Due to mileage restrictions, road maintenance, or potential traffic congestion, departure times are early. All stated departure and travel times are estimates and subject to slight changes.

2. Entrance Fees: Tickets for the Giant Panda Base and Sanxingdui Museum. (If discounts apply for either site, the guide will refund on-site: 20 RMB for half-price tickets, 80 RMB for free tickets.)

3. Guide Service: Licensed Chinese-speaking tour guide.

4. Insurance: Complimentary travel accident insurance.

5. Children (Ages 1–12): Includes bus seat and insurance; excludes entrance fees (any additional costs to be paid on-site).

Price Excludes

1. Long-distance Transportation: Round-trip transportation to/from Chengdu, flight insurance, and transfers to/from stations/airports in your hometown.

2. Child Fees: Entrance fees and other optional expenses for children (additional payment required if applicable).

3. Optional Site Transportation & Services: Panda Base sightseeing bus (30 RMB/person) and electronic guide (15 RMB/person); Sanxingdui audio guide (15 RMB/person).

4. Meals: Lunch is at your own expense.

5. Personal Expenses: Personal consumption (e.g., hotel charges, expenses during free time), meals not specified in the itinerary, 自费项目 in your hometown, and accommodation and meals in Chengdu.

6. Unforeseen Costs: Additional expenses caused by force majeure, such as traffic delays, strikes, weather conditions, aircraft mechanical failures, flight cancellations, or schedule changes.

Special Note

The above schedule is for reference only. The actual tour times are subject to the day's conditions. The guide may adjust the order of visits accordingly without reducing the number of attractions or shortening the visiting time. Thank you for your understanding!