Sichuan Culture and Villages private China tour
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Sichuan Culture and Villages

Food, mountain villages, local stories, and a warmer, slower side of China.

Duration8 Days
RouteChengdu · Qiang Villages · Hotpot
Starting estimateQuoted for your trip
Best forTravelers seeking a private, tailored journey

Journey Overview

Sichuan is China's culinary soul and a cultural treasure trove. This eight-day journey takes you from Chengdu's panda bases to ancient Qiang mountain villages, from fiery hotpot dinners to peaceful teahouse afternoons. You will meet artisans, farmers, and chefs who keep traditions alive.

Journey Highlights

  • Giant Panda base early morning visit
  • Hands-on Sichuan cooking class
  • Qiang village homestay experience
  • Hotpot dinner with local family
  • Teahouse culture immersion

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in Chengdu

Airport pickup. Evening hotpot welcome dinner.

Day 2

Panda Base

Early morning panda visit. Afternoon at Wenshu Monastery tea house.

Day 3

Cooking Class

Morning market tour. Hands-on Sichuan cooking class with local chef.

Day 4

Qiang Villages

Drive to Qiang mountain villages. Homestay check-in.

Day 5

Village Life

Stone tower exploration. Traditional embroidery workshop. Village feast.

Day 6

Mountain Hike

Guided mountain trail walk. Picnic lunch. Hotpot dinner under stars.

Day 7

Return to Chengdu

Scenic drive back. Jinli Ancient Street evening stroll.

Day 8

Departure

Airport transfer. Sichuan peppercorn gift set included.

Usually Included in This Starting Example

This list describes the current starting example, not a booking confirmation. Your quotation controls the final scope, suppliers, dates, quantities, and service windows.

  • Private vehicle with driver
  • Expert local guide
  • Boutique hotels + 1 village homestay
  • All meals during village stay
  • Cooking class materials
  • Panda base entrance
  • Support hours and contact channel stated in your booking confirmation

Not Included Unless Stated in Your Quotation

  • International flights and passport or visa costs
  • Travel insurance, personal purchases, and personal expenses
  • Meals, upgrades, activities, and services not listed in the written quotation
  • Costs caused by traveler-requested changes or third-party disruption unless expressly covered

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