Chengdu Tours

Chengdu Travel FAQs

• When is the best time to visit Chengdu?

  For a regular Chengdu tour, considering scenery beauty and comfort level of travel, the best time to visit Chengdu is during spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November), when the weather is mild and comfortable. It doesn't get too cold in winter, but there can be heavy fog or drizzle.

• What can I find local food and try in Chengdu?

  Chengdu is the paradise of foodie especially those like the spicy food. Sichuan hotpot is famous for its spicy, flavorful broth and variety of ingredients. Mapo Tofu is A classic Sichuan dish made with tofu, minced meat, and a spicy, flavorful sauce. Kung Pao Chicken is stir-fried dish with chicken, peanuts, and chili peppers. Actually you can taste delicious food on the street no matter where you go. Jinli Ancient Street, Kuanzhai Alley, Chunxi Road and Yulin Road are the snacks "Gathering places for your unforgettable snacks banquet, such as chuan chuan (skewers), dandan noodles, and smelly tofu.

   

  If you like, you can also join in a cooking class in Chengdu to make Sichuan food by yourself and  see various kinds of ingredients of Sichuan Cuisine, learn the food culture in Chengdu and Sichuan!

• How can I get to Chengdu from Chongqing?

  High speed bullet train travel is very popular and convenient for getting to Chongqing from Chengdu. There are over 80 high speed bullet train scheduled every day and most only takes about 1.5 to 2 hours. 

• Is Chengdu a good base for exploring other parts of Sichuan?

  Yes, Chengdu is a great base for exploring Sichuan Province, with several popular destinations nearby:

  Leshan Giant Buddha: about 2 hours by train or bus.

  Mount Emei: A UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of the Four Sacred Buddhist Mountains in China.

  Jiuzhaigou Valley: Famous for its stunning natural beauty, but it requires a longer trip (about 8 hours by car or bus).

• How many Panda research bases in Chengdu?What are the differences?

  Generally speaking, there are four famous giant panda bases in and around Chengdu City. You could choose any depending on your interesting and time.

   

  Giant Panda Breeding and Research Base in Chengdu: it is the place for baby birthing and breeding,. You can see baby pandas and some superstars of Pandas here that means much more visitors, especially on weekends.

   

  Dujiangyan Panda Base: it is a training base for pandas who are ready to go back to wildlife so it has less pandas but closer distance. The pandas have more times to wander around rather than staying in the big villa. The base it not too big to stroll around. Moreover, you could experience the giant panda volunteer program.

   

  Wolong China Giant Panda Garden: it is located in Wolong, 130km from Chengdu. You can see over 70 native pandas inhabiting and explore panda's nightlife without tourists. Due to the cool weather and remote location, there are less visitors here. A perfect choice for your visiting the native pandas.

   

  Bifengxia Panda Base: this base is located in Ya’an, 150km from Chengdu. It is as 10 times larger as Wolong China Giant Panda Garden. There are over 300 pandas living here. Panda lovers from the whole world can closely watch the adorable pandas and join panda loving care program.