- Mount Qingcheng - Escape the hustle and bustle of city and enjoy the natural beauty the Sichuan province on this full-day trip. Your first stop is Qingcheng Mountain. In addition to its incredibly lush surroundings and secluded tranquility, the mountain boasts of number of well-preserved Taoist temples. Take a boat ride across the Yuecheng lake and follow your guide on a two-hour hike up the mountain, visiting various temples along the way such as the Jianfu temple, from the Tang Dynasty, or the Tianshi Cave, finished during the Qing Dynasty and where a famous Taoist master once taught. Take the same trail back down, or, for a more relaxing experience, take the cable car to the bottom of the mountain (own expense).
- Dujiangyan Irrigation System - After lunch at a local restaurant (included), enjoy the drive to the Dujiangyan Irrigation System. Built in 256 BC to provide irrigation and flood control to the region, the Dujiangyan is one of the greatest hydraulic engineering projects of the Qin Dynasty. See the fish mouth levee, named for its conical head resembling the mouth of a fish, and learn about the significant role it plays in the system.
The Dujiangyan area also boasts a beautiful landscape and many cultural relics and historical sites. Visit the Two Kings Temple and the Dragon-Taming Temple, and admire the style of traditional Chinese architecture and the intricate designs of ancient statues. Stroll around the gardens of Lidui Park and see how engineering masterpieces blend well with the park’s natural landscape.
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Boat ride at Qingchengshan
- Admission to all listed itinerary sites
- Excursion bus at Qingchengshan and Dujiangyan
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Airfare between Zhangjiajie and Chengdu(please contact us if you prefer us to book for you)
- Cable car at Qingchengshan
- Gratuities
Escape the urban bustle and soak in the splendid landscapes of Sichuan on this day-long tour to Qingcheng Mountain and the Dujiangyan Irrigation System, both recognized as UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Marvel at the way the region’s temples and halls blend seamlessly into the dense bamboo forest and caves at Qingcheng Mountain, where a boat trip and a hike with a guide awaits you. Witness the impressive engineering of the Dujiangyan Irrigation System, constructed in 256 BC, which brought about considerable irrigation and agricultural advancements in the region.
- Please be advised that a moderate amount of walking is involved and the hike up Qingcheng Mountain involves a few steep slopes; comfortable walking shoes are recommended
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
