Mt. Emeishan Hiking

As the First Buddhism Mountain in China, Emeishan Mountain is a world heritage of culture and nature because its history is over 1000 years in Buddhism and rich in botanical resources. It is located in the heart of Southwestern China; within 2 hrs driving from Chengdu make it easy to do.

In this paradise of Buddhism and animals, devoted Buddhist are burning incense all the year, beautiful and ancient temples are scattered in dense forest, and in this mountain cold brooks jump down from the deep green valleys, monkeys swing in the branch and faded way in the thriving forest, birds sing for their happiness all the season…

Hiking Grade : Mild

Itinerary :

Day1 Arrive in Chengdu
Welcome to Chengdu, “the Land of Abundance” and “the home to Giant Panda”. Your tour guide and driver will pick you up from the airport/ train station and transfer you to the hotel.

Day2 Chengdu  to  Mt Emei  

Travel by private car this morning to Leshan. After about two and a half hours, you will get to  Leshan Giant Buddha, the largest and tallest stone-carved Buddha statue in the world. Over 1,300 years ago, the Giant Buddha was built to bless the passing boats. For several decades, it has attracted flocks of travelers to witness the grand Buddha statue. When you arrive here, you can climb to the mountain top to have a closer look of the Giant Buddha or go on a cruise to catch a panoramic view of it. Afterwards, drive about 45 minutes to Mt Emei.

Day2 Mt Emei

we will begin our hiking from the Baoguo Temple. Arrive in Wannian Temple in the late afternoon. We will enjoy the beautiful mountains as well as the Baotuo Temple, Wannian Temple, Qingyingge pavilion and monkey kingdom. Night in local guest house.

Day3 Emeishan Hiking ( Wannian Temple / Xixiangchi temple ) Hiking 5 hours
Today the hiking will turned out to be a bit difficult because of the deeper stage and longer trail. But the scenes will be more beautiful and quiet. We will enjoy the Xianfeng temple, 99 Bends, etc. Arrive in Xixiangchi in the late afternoon. Night in local guest house.

Day4 Emeishan Hiking ( Xixiangchi /Golden Summit / Baoguo temple ) Hiking 5 Hours
Today we will continue our last hiking. We will cross the high altitude  virgin forest and arrive at the summit of Mt Emei , Jinding. Here we will enjoy both the huge golden Buddha and cloudy sea. Descend the mountain in the afternoon by cable car and bus. Enjoy the comfortable spring(optional, 150RMB/person)in the evening to wash away our tiresome. Night in local hotel.

Day5  Mt Emei / Leshan / Chengdu  
Drive back Chengdu

Price includes:

Private air-conditioned

English speaking local guide

Activities, hotels, and meals listed in the itinerary

All required taxes, fees and entrance tickets

Price excludes：

Gratuity

Optional activities

Price varies depending on program, travel date, number of people and chosen hotel