Mount Qingcheng and Dujiangyan Irrigation System Private Day Tour from Chengdu

Summary

Depart from your centrally located Chengdu hotel in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan and travel the spectacular Qingcheng Mountain, a majestic mound surrounding by lush forest and secluded tranquility. Marvel at the perfectly preserved Taoist temples that decorate the enclave then climb aboard a boat for an idyllic cruise across the Yuecheng Lake.  Energize with an invigorating 2-hour hike up the mountain and stop at various temples along the way; delve into their fascinating history and hear of how the Tang and Qing dynasties influenced construction. Choose to descend the mountain on foot or by cable car (own expense) then reconvene with your guide and group at the foot of the landmark.  Revitalize with lunch at a rustic local restaurant then admire the scenery on the drive to the Dujiangyan Irrigation System, a renowned hydraulic engineering project that changed the face of agriculture in China. Marvel at the dynamic designs, ancient statues and verdant gardens that surround the structure and hear a detailed history of the masterpiece from your expert guide.  After thorough exploration, return to your comfortable vehicle and relax during the drive back to Chengdu, where the tour concludes.

Tour info

Duration
6 hours - 8 hours
Group Size
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Meeting Point
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Why take this tour?

Enjoy a day away from the city and experience the grandeur of the Sichuan region’s scenic wonders on this full-day tour to Qingcheng Mountain and the Dujiangyan Irrigation System, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Admire how temples and halls are seemingly carved into the thick forest of bamboo trees and caves at Qingcheng Mountain, where you’ll take a boat ride and a hike with your guide. Marvel at the construction of the Dujiangyan Irrigation System, which was built in 256 BC and led to significant irrigation and agricultural development of the region.

What’s included?

  • Private comfortable air-conditioned vehicle

  • Professional English-speaking guide

  • Admission of all the places list in the itinerary

  • Excursion bus at Qingchengshan and Dujiangyan

  • Boat ride at Qingchengshan

  • Lunch at local restaurant

  • Entry/Admission - Mount Qingcheng

  • Entry/Admission - Dujiangyan Irrigation System

  • Gratuities

  • Cable car at Qingchengshan

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 6-8 hours

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Sam Tour China

About operator:

Having been in the tourist industry since 1992, Chengdu Samtour is one of the leading independent travel agencies in southwest of China, we are a team of people who love to travel, know the area, people and culture very well. With the motto of working, we use our enthusiasm, knowledge and experience to help create a unique and unforgettable trip for our clients. With a high level of attention to details and professionalism our clients know that they can rely on us to look after them before, during and after their trip, we aim to provide a truly personal service, building long-standing relationship and really getting to know our clients and their need. Although our roots are firmly in the Southwest of China, we hold long standing and robust relationships with airlines, train stations, hotels and tour operators in other China cities, and specializes in Sichuan, Tibet, Yunnan, Guizhou and Guangxi ethnic areas.

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