From $3,718 - 14 Days, Fully Inclusive from selected Australian cities
China remains a nation of diverse landscapes and cultures. Join us on this incredible tour through the province of Sichuan. The scenery you will encounter along the way will surprise you. Located in southwest China, Sichuan is bordered by the Tibetan Plateau in the west, the Three Gorges and the Yangtze River in the east and Yunnan Province to the south.
Sichuan is known as the ‘land of abundance’ and has three places on the UNESCO World Cultural and World Heritage lists; Nine Villages Valley (Jiuzhaigou), Huanglong Valley and Mt. Emei. The name Jiuzhaigou refers to the nine Tibetan villages that are situated within the valley. Huanglong Valley has some of the most stunning scenery in the world and Mt. Emei is regarded as one of Buddhism’s most sacred and China’s most remarkable mountains.
Known for its landscape and legendary Buddhist sites, this mountain kingdom will certainly delight all who visit.
Watch Documentary Videos of Sichuan Explorer
In September 2011, Barry Matheson travelled with our one of our Sichuan Explorer groups to film what it is like to travel with Wendy Wu Tours to this fascinating region.
Fly overnight with Cathay Pacific to Chengdu for an overnight stay.
DAY 3: CHENGDU TO DAZU
Today you will travel to the small town of Dazu. Later this afternoon view some of the most remarkable frescoes at Beishan.
DAY 4: DAZU TO CHENGDU
This morning view the Baodin Stone Carvings, dating from the Tang Dynasty to the Song Dynasty, before travelling back to Chengdu. Your dinner this evening will be a banquet of Sichuan cuisine.
DAY 5: CHENGDU TO MT. EMEI
Today you will journey to Mt. Emei, one of Buddhism’s most sacred and China’s most impressive mountains. En route you will stop to explore Leshan’s Grand Buddha, an enormous statue carved into the side of the Lingyun Mountain. The Buddha is over 71m tall and is wide enough for more than 100 people to sit between its feet. Take a short boat trip to view the statue from the river. From here, continue on to Mt. Emei, arriving at your hotel this evening for a two-night stay.
DAY 6: MT. EMEI
Local legend has it that the mountain’s name is derived from two peaks that face each other, resembling eyebrows. Most of the monasteries and temples on Mt. Emei were built during the Eastern Han Dynasty (25- 220AD), whilst others were added later. As a well-known Buddhist sanctuary, Mt. Emei once had more than 100 monasteries. Today you will explore this magnificent mountain and interact with the locals and the many pilgrims that pay homage to this holy site.
DAY 7: MT. EMEI TO CHENGDU
Depart Mt. Emei today and travel back to Chengdu for an overnight stay.
DAY 8: CHENGDU TO MIANYANG
This morning you will visit the Panda Research Centre to see these endearing animals being reared in surroundings reminiscent of their natural habitat. You will also visit the Sanxingdui Museum.
DAYS 9-10: MIANYANG TO NINE VILLAGES VALLEY
Travel to the breathtaking Nine Villages Valley (Jiuzhaigou), a botanical gallery that is heavily forested and home to many protected species. Entering the valley is like being transported into a different world, where crystal clear lakes gather at the foot of every waterfall. It is as if one of the world’s most beautiful silk scroll paintings unfolds along this scenic valley. Stay in the valley for two nights to further explore its beauty.
DAY 11: NINE VILLAGES VALLEY TO JIANGYOU
Today you will journey to Jiangyou, visiting the Huanglong Temple located at the peak of the Huanglong Mountain, en route. Upon arrival in Jiangyou you will be transferred to your hotel for an overnight stay.
DAY 12: JIANGYOU TO CHENGDU
Leave Jiangyou today and return to Chengdu.
DAY 13: DEPART CHENGDU
This morning is free at your leisure before you are transferred to Chengdu airport to board your overnight flight to Australia.
DAY 14: ARRIVE AUSTRALIA
Arrive home this morning.
Wendy Wu Tours Review: (Also see Part 3 of the videos above)
"This tour was a wonderful experience, visiting some of the most beautiful places in the world. Juizhaigou Park is spectacular, with its multi coloured lakes surrounded by breath taking mountains. We drove up to Mt Emei, the last part through clouds, then climbed hundreds of steps to a large cable car, which took us almost to the top where we saw the impressive Golden Buddha. Ancient Buddhist rock sculptures and carvings at Boadin and Beishan, and the huge stone Buddha at Leshan made us wonder how ancient artisans were able to complete such enormous works. And then the Pandas, kept in such beautiful surroundings, with plenty of room for visitors to watch, wonder or relax.
Jesson our National Guide, is an asset to Wendy Wu - such a capable, friendly and engaging young man, with a passion to share his love of this wonderful country. Mr Zhu, our driver, kept the bus spotless and safely negotiated some very difficult mountain roads as well as the challenging city traffic. China is entrancing."
14 Days, Fully Inclusive Twin Share Departing Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth with Cathay Pacific.
From Price Includes
Tour cost $3,340, Airline Fuel Surcharge $315 & Tipping $62 (Subject to change with Tipping payable on arrival in China. See Booking Conditions)
From $660
Single Hotel Supplement
From $2,446
Land Only (Chengdu to Chengdu) including Tipping
Tour Code
Depart Date
Return Date
Price AUD
2012
CSE1202
29-Apr
12-May
$3,718
CSE1206
2-Sep
15-Sep
$3,718
CSE1208
30-Sep
13-Oct
$3,913
2013
CSE1302
28-Apr
11-May
$3,718
CSE1304
12-May
25-May
$3,718
CSE1306
1-Sep
14-Sep
$3,718
Important Note: Above prices include Fuel surcharges and tipping of $378 (correct as at Jan 2012 and subject to change). Please note the Tipping amount of USD63 is payable on arrival in China.
Though status is regularly updated, availability above is indicative only, not live and hence does not guarantee that space is available on your selected tour when you or your agent calls Wendy Wu Tours to book. Booking early is the only way to ensure availability of your selected departure date.
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