China Travel, Customised · AI-Generated ItineraryChengdu, Leshan & Mount Emei — Buddha and Pandas
Chengdu → Leshan → Mount Emei
At a glance
ChengduLeshanMount Emei
Route map
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Day-by-day itinerary
A suggested hourly plan — times are flexible and your trip designer fine-tunes every detail to your pace, opening hours and weather.
DAY
1
1
Chengdu
Arrival & first look
09:00Arrive in Chengdu. Your private driver meets you and transfers you to the hotel (about 45–90 min from the airport).
11:00Early check-in, drop your bags and freshen up.
12:30Welcome lunch — a regional set-menu lunch at a local favourite.
14:30Gentle orientation: a guided stroll through Chengdu old quarter with short photo stops.
17:00Return to the hotel to rest. Activate your eSIM and set up Alipay / WeChat Pay with your card.
19:00Dinner at a recommended local restaurant — a celebrated local restaurant (your guide's pick).
20:30Easy evening: a night view or free time. Your guide briefs you for tomorrow.
Overnightin Chengdu.
Daily reminders · applies every day
- Carry your passport (plus a visa copy) — hotels and sites may check ID.
- Confirm the next day’s driver pickup time with your guide each evening.
- Keep both cash and a topped-up mobile-payment app (Alipay / WeChat Pay).
- Charge your phone and power bank before heading out.
- Download the offline map for the day’s area.
- Pre-book timed-entry tickets and wear comfortable walking shoes.
DAY
2
2
Chengdu
Full-day exploration
07:30Breakfast at the hotel.
08:30Depart with your guide for this morning’s highlights.
09:15A city-highlights drive with photo stops at panoramic viewpoints.
11:15Visit a top museum or gallery with a local guide.
12:30Lunch — a regional set-menu lunch at a local favourite.
14:00A food crawl through a local market with tastings.
16:00Free time for last-minute shopping.
17:30Return to the hotel to freshen up; free time.
19:00Dinner — a celebrated local restaurant (your guide's pick).
20:30A riverside night cruise.
22:00Back to the hotel. Overnight in Chengdu.
DAY
3
3
Chengdu
On the road to Leshan
07:30Breakfast at the hotel and pack.
09:00Free morning for a last stroll or souvenir shopping in Chengdu.
11:00Check out; private transfer to the station / airport for the intercity leg to Leshan.
13:00Arrive Leshan; check in or drop your bags at the hotel.
14:30Afternoon orientation of Leshan with your guide — A botanical garden or park and a relaxed boat ride..
18:30Dinner in Leshan — a celebrated local restaurant (your guide's pick).
20:30Free evening. Overnight in Leshan.
DAY
4
4
Leshan
Settle in & explore
07:30Breakfast at the hotel.
08:30Depart with your guide for this morning’s highlights.
09:15A walking tour of Leshan's centre and landmarks.
11:15A café break in a lively neighbourhood.
12:30Lunch — a local lunch spot recommended by your guide.
14:00Free time for shopping and strolling.
16:00A relaxed afternoon activity of your choice.
17:30Return to the hotel to freshen up; free time.
19:00Dinner — a regional dinner.
20:30Free evening to relax at the hotel.
22:00Back to the hotel. Overnight in Leshan.
DAY
5
5
Leshan
On the road to Mount Emei
07:30Breakfast at the hotel and pack.
09:00Free morning for a last stroll or souvenir shopping in Leshan.
11:00Check out; private transfer to the station / airport for the intercity leg to Mount Emei.
13:00Arrive Mount Emei; check in or drop your bags at the hotel.
14:30Afternoon orientation of Mount Emei with your guide — A guided visit to a second attraction..
18:30Dinner in Mount Emei — a regional dinner.
20:30Free evening. Overnight in Mount Emei.
DAY
6
6
Mount Emei
Settle in & explore
07:30Breakfast at the hotel.
08:30Depart with your guide for this morning’s highlights.
09:15Guided hike along Mount Emei's signature trail with viewpoint photo stops.
11:15Picnic breakfast at a scenic clearing.
12:30Lunch — a farmhouse lunch with regional dishes.
14:00Boat ride or viewpoint-hopping across the valley (weather permitting).
16:00Golden-hour walk to a nearby viewpoint.
17:30Return to the hotel to freshen up; free time.
19:00Dinner — a warming highland stew with seasonal vegetables.
20:30Stargazing and an early night.
22:00Back to the hotel. Overnight in Mount Emei.
DAY
7
7
Mount Emei
Final morning & departure
07:30Breakfast at the hotel and pack.
09:00Final stroll or last souvenir shopping near the hotel.
11:00Check out and settle any incidentals.
12:00Private transfer to the airport / station; your guide assists with check-in.
—End of services. Safe travels — thank you for travelling with WingPhoenix!
Getting around
| Leg | Distance | Recommended | Approx. time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chengdu → Leshan | 117 km | Private car / coach | 2.1 h by road |
| Leshan → Mount Emei | 28 km | Private car / coach | 0.5 h by road |
Times are door-to-door estimates; your trip designer confirms exact schedules and private transfers.
Before you go
- Passport valid for at least 6 months beyond your return date.
- Check your visa / visa-free days on our China visa-free checker before you fly.
- Link your international card to Alipay and WeChat Pay, and test a small payment.
- Install your China eSIM before departure and confirm it activates on landing.
- Buy travel insurance that covers your planned activities.
- Download offline maps and a translation app (with camera translate).
- Save your hotel addresses in Chinese to show taxi drivers.
- Keep WingPhoenix WhatsApp +86 180 3801 6100 for 24/7 on-trip support.
Packing list
DocumentsPassport (+2 copies), visa / visa-free proof, printed itinerary, insurance card, ID photos.
TechPhone, charger, power bank (≤100 Wh), universal adapter, earphones, eSIM QR code.
ClothingComfortable walking shoes, weather layers, sun hat, light rain jacket, modest wear for temples.
HealthPersonal medication, motion-sickness tablets, hand sanitiser, plasters, any prescriptions.
MoneyA card enabled for Alipay / WeChat Pay, plus some cash for small vendors.
MiscReusable bottle, day-pack, tissues, wet wipes, snacks, zip bags.
What’s included
IncludedTrip design · English-speaking guide · Private transfers
Add-onsHotel booking · eSIM data · Ticket booking
Practical information
- Visa: verify your visa-free days on our China visa-free checker before you fly.
- Best seasons: April–May and September–October are most comfortable; avoid the National Day holiday (Oct 1–7).
- Payments & data: set up Alipay / WeChat Pay before arrival and get a China eSIM.
- Emergencies: Police 110 · Ambulance 120 · Tourism hotline 12301 · WingPhoenix 24/7 WhatsApp +86 180 3801 6100.
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AI-generated plan — final details are confirmed by your trip designer.