Dujiangyan Pandas and UNESCO Irrigation System Private Experience
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8 hours
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Dujiangyan Panda Base & Irrigation System Private Day Tour
Get ready for a full day of wildlife, culture, and history! Start at Dujiangyan Panda Base, where you’ll see giant pandas and red pandas up close in natural, spacious enclosures. Learn about their habits, diet, and conservation while enjoying plenty of photo opportunities in a peaceful setting.
Afterward, savor authentic Sichuan cuisine at a local-favorite restaurant before exploring the Dujiangyan Irrigation System, a UNESCO World Heritage Site over 2,000 years old. Walk along scenic rivers, cross the Anlan Suspension Bridge, and visit Erwang Temple while discovering how this ingenious ancient system still protects farmland and communities today.
With private transport, an English-speaking guide, and all entrance fees included, this personalized tour is perfect for travelers looking to experience Chengdu’s most iconic wildlife and historic attractions.
Book now for an unforgettable day in Chengdu!
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
Dujiangyan Panda Base
During your visit to Dujiangyan Panda Base, you’ll get up close to China’s beloved giant pandas in a peaceful, natural setting at the foot of Qingcheng Mountain. With a comfortable private transfer from Chengdu, your guide will lead you through bamboo-lined paths while sharing insights about panda habits, diet, personality, and conservation efforts. You will: Watch giant pandas eat, play, climb, and relax. Observe both young and adult pandas. See adorable red pandas in their forest habitat. Learn about panda rescue and rehabilitation work. Enjoy a quieter, less crowded environment and take great photos. The visit lasts about 2–3 hours, giving you plenty of time to explore at a relaxed pace and enjoy one of China’s most memorable wildlife experiences.
Dujiangyan Irrigation System
During your visit to the Dujiangyan Irrigation System, you’ll explore one of the world’s oldest and most impressive water projects, built over 2,000 years ago and still in use today. With your private guide, walk through this UNESCO World Heritage Site and learn how ancient engineers controlled flooding and irrigated farmland without a single dam. You will: Stand at the Fish Mouth Levee to see how the Min River is divided to prevent floods. Cross Anlan Suspension Bridge for panoramic river views. Visit Erwang Temple to learn about Li Bing and his son, the engineers behind this masterpiece. Enjoy scenic mountain and river views along peaceful walking paths. The visit lasts 2–3 hours, offering a perfect mix of history, engineering, and natural beauty.
Options
Private All Inclusive Tour
All Inclusive Tour: Great local guide, private driver and car, tasty lunch ,all required tickets Pickup included Pickup included
Round-trip private car service
Includes private car and driver for round-trip transportation. Does not include guide, tickets, or meals. Pickup included Pickup included
Private Guide & Car Service
Great local guide, private driver and car are included (lunch and entrance fees at your own expense). Pickup included Pickup included
What‘s Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
English speaking local tour guide(Only "Private Guide & Car" or "All Inclusive" is booked)
Air-conditioned vehicle
Lunch at a local restaurant (Only for those who booked" All Inclusive Tour" Option)
All required entrance tickets(Only if you booked "All Inclusive Tour"Option）
Personal expense
Gratuities
Pickup points
Jinjiang Hotel Chengdu East Building
No. 80-3 2nd Section of Renmin South Road, Jinjiang District Chengdu China
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
1 review
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
An Unforgettable Panda Experience with an Exceptional Guide
F5446HGgracee,May 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I recently joined the Dujiangyan Panda Experience – Red Panda Interaction, and it was truly one of the highlights of my trip. We are a family of four from Thailand, and this experience was unforgettable for all of us. What made it even more special was our guide, Michelle. Michelle is incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about what she does. She explained everything clearly—from panda behavior to conservation efforts—and made the whole experience both fun and meaningful. She also managed the timing perfectly, so we could see the pandas when they were most active. The red panda interaction was unforgettable, and Michelle made sure everything went smoothly and comfortably. She was attentive, patient, and always ready to help, which made us feel very well taken care of throughout the day. If you’re considering this experience, I highly recommend choosing Michelle as your guide. She truly goes above and beyond to make your visit memorable.
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