7-Day Private Winter Adventure: Pandas, Hot Springs, Snow & Sacred Peaks(Chengdu, Xiling Snow Mountain, Leshan, Mount Emei)

• Arrive in Chengdu, private driver pick-up and hotel check-in – free time to explore the city
• Hotel: 4+ star hotels
• Meals: None

Welcome to Chengdu, the land of pandas and spicy hotpot! Your private driver will greet you at the airport and escort you to your comfortable 4+ star hotel. After checking in, take a relaxed stroll around the nearby streets, sip a cup of traditional Chinese tea, or simply rest up for the exciting days ahead. Tonight is yours to discover local flavors – try some “chuan chuan” or dumplings at your own pace.

• Morning visit to Chengdu Panda Base to see celebrity panda Huahua – Afternoon Wenshu Monastery with Sichuan opera performance
• Hotel: 4+ star hotels
• Meals: Breakfast

Wake up early for a heartwarming morning at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. Here you’ll meet the famous panda superstar Huahua, known for her playful rolling and adorable munching of bamboo. Watch these black-and-white treasures climb, tumble, and nap – an experience that will melt any traveler’s heart.
After lunch (on your own), head to Wenshu Monastery, a serene Buddhist temple in the city center. But the real highlight comes next: a vibrant Sichuan opera performance featuring face-changing (Bian Lian), fire-spitting, and comedic skits. You’ll be amazed as masks change in the blink of an eye!

• Morning drive to Xiling Snow Mountain – Stop at Xinchang Ancient Town – Evening check-in to hot spring hotel and a relaxing hot spring bath
• Hotel: 4+ star hotels
• Meals: Breakfast

After breakfast, travel west to Xiling Snow Mountain, a stunning winter paradise. En route, visit Xinchang Ancient Town – a quiet, less-touristed gem with old wooden architecture, stone-paved streets, and locals drying preserved meats. Wander like a time traveler and taste a bowl of local bean curd jelly.
Arrive at your hot spring hotel nestled at the foot of the snowy mountain. As night falls, slip into the open-air hot springs – imagine soaking in steaming mineral water while snowflakes drift down around you. Pure bliss!

• Full morning of skiing and snow play at Xiling Snow Mountain – Afternoon scenic drive to Leshan city
• Hotel: 4+ star hotels
• Meals: Breakfast

Gear up for a thrilling morning on the slopes! Xiling Snow Mountain offers ski runs for all levels – from beginners gliding on bunny hills to more adventurous skiers carving down longer trails. No skiing experience? No problem – try a snow tube or build a snowman. The mountain views are breathtaking, with fresh white powder covering pine forests.
After lunch (on your own), drive to Leshan (approx. 2 hours). Check into your hotel and enjoy a free evening. Perhaps sample Leshan’s famous Bo Bo Ji (cold skewers with spicy sauce) – a local delight.

• Morning visit to Leshan Giant Buddha – climb up and down for close-up views – Afternoon drive to Mount Emei, overnight at Baoguo Temple area
• Hotel: 4+ star hotels
• Meals: Breakfast

Today you’ll come face-to-face with the world’s largest stone Buddha – the Leshan Giant Buddha, carved into a cliff over 1,200 years ago. Take the mountain trail that winds around the Buddha’s head, shoulders, and down to his giant feet. You’ll feel tiny next to his serene 71-meter-tall figure, with the roaring river below.
After a local lunch, drive to Mount Emei (about 40 minutes), one of China’s four sacred Buddhist mountains. Settle into your hotel near Baoguo Temple, the largest and oldest temple at the mountain’s base. In the evening, wander the temple grounds and listen to the monks’ evening chants – a peaceful end to the day.

• Morning ascent to Golden Summit (Jinding) for spectacular winter snow scenery – afternoon drive back to Chengdu
• Hotel: 4+ star hotels
• Meals: None

Early morning, take a sightseeing bus and cable car up to Jinding (Golden Summit), the crown of Mount Emei at 3,077 meters. In winter, the entire mountain is a fairyland of snow-draped trees, icy paths, and misty clouds. Visit the gleaming Ten-faced Samantabhadra statue and, if the weather clears, witness the breathtaking “sea of clouds” stretching to the horizon. The combination of sacred Buddhist atmosphere and pure white snow is truly magical.
After descending (and a warm lunch), drive back to Chengdu (approx. 2.5 hours). Check into your hotel and enjoy a final evening – maybe hunt for some spicy hotpot or explore Jinli Ancient Street on your own.

• Free morning until private transfer to Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport for your flight home
• Hotel: None
• Meals: Breakfast

Savor one last Chinese breakfast before packing your memories of pandas, snow, hot springs, and ancient wonders. Your private driver will pick you up at the agreed time and take you to the airport. Say goodbye to China – or better yet, start planning your next adventure with IntoTravelChina!