Chengdu Tianfu Airport Layover Tour

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3 to 8 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Make the most of your layover at Chengdu Tianfu International Airport and turn dull waiting time into a fantastic trip. Thanks to Chengdu’s 240-hour visa-free transit policy, eligible international transit guests can explore the city without a formal visa.
The airport is just a 1.5-hour drive to downtown Chengdu. We offer flexible private itineraries tailored for layovers from 6 hours to over 15 hours. The full arrival process takes around one hour, and the team will assist you with all transit formalities and luggage service for a seamless experience.
Your top pick is Chengdu Giant Panda Base, where you can get close to cute giant pandas, watch their daily activities and capture great photos for an exclusive unforgettable experience.
Each of the following options features our main attractions, and we can add nearby free-entry scenic spots to your itinerary if you have extra time.

What's Included

Private air-conditioned vehicle and professional driver
Entrance tickets for attractions listed in your chosen option
Luggage handling and transfer assistance
Round-trip airport pickup and drop-off
Fuel fee, highway toll and parking fee
Real-time flight monitoring
Meals
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Upon arrival at Chengdu Tianfu Airport, please proceed to the Arrival Hall Our driver/guide will be waiting for you holding a sign with the lead traveler's name. If you have any difficulty locating us, please call or WhatsApp us.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 to 8 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Giant Panda Breeding Research Base (Xiongmao Jidi)

    Travel comfortably in an air-conditioned private car straight to the Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding Base. Then follow your guide along shaded paths lined with bamboo. Watch giant pandas eat bamboo, climb trees, and play in their natural-looking homes, stop by the panda nursery to see the cute cubs, and let your guide tell you all about panda behavior, breeding, and conservation. Take your time walking through the base’s pretty gardens, calm lakes, and green areas at a slow, easy pace.

    2 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    Leshan Giant Buddha (Da Fo)

    Marvel at the Leshan Giant Buddha, the world’s biggest cliff‑carved sitting Buddha. Built in the Tang Dynasty, this 71‑meter‑tall statue faces the river junction, surrounded by stunning natural scenery. A UNESCO World Heritage Site and a must‑see ancient Chinese Buddhist treasure.

    3 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Tags

Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Airport & Hotel Transfers
City Tours
Layover Tours
Car Tours
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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