Beijing, Chengdu tour
Discover the 2,000-year-old Dujiangyan irrigation system and the serene beauty of Mount Qingchengshan on this private day tour from Chengdu.
Escape the bustle of Chengdu for a day of ancient engineering and natural tranquility. Your private guide leads you 60 kilometers west to the Dujiangyan Irrigation System, a UNESCO World Heritage site built over two millennia ago. This ingenious project still tames the Minjiang River, preventing floods and irrigating the fertile Chengdu Plain. After a local lunch, ascend Mount Qingchengshan, a sacred Taoist mountain known for its lush forests and historic temples. Explore the mountain's serene paths and absorb the spiritual atmosphere before returning to your Chengdu hotel. This tour combines two of Sichuan's most significant cultural and natural landmarks, offering insight into China's enduring legacy of harmony with nature.
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Pick up from your hotel in Chengdu and head to Duanjiangyan . Duanjiangyan is located about 60km west of Chengdu. Dujiangyan is an ancient irrigation project in China, built about 2000 years ago. Now it is still in use. It is located in the middle part of Minjiang River, the largest tributary of Yangtze River. The project effectively put the flooding waters under control.

After lunch, move on to Mt.Qingchengshan . Together with Dujiangyan, Mt.Qingcheng is listed as World Cultural Heritage. It is about 16 kms away from Dujiangyan, 65 km west of Chengdu. Qingcheng Mountain is one of the top 10 Taoist mountains in China. It is about 2400 meters high above the sea-level. Qingchengshan Mountain (Qingchengshan) is one of the ancient cradles of Taoism. The mountain has many Taoist temples and palaces along the paths leading to its peak. The mountain is green all year round and known for its secluded tranquility.

After the tour, you are taken back to your midtown hotel in Chengdu.
| Included | Not included |
|---|---|
| All transfers and city transportation for your own use | Tips to your tour guide and driver |
| Entrance fees and lunch as mentioned | Travel insurance for your coverage of injury or accident |
| Private car or van with English speaking guide | |
| The above private escorted tour is customized for you, your family or your friends exclusively. No other travelers will join in your group. |
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| Travelling Party | Tour Cost Per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $300 |
| 2 persons | $185 |
| 3-5 persons | $140 |
| 6-9 persons | $125 |
| 10 persons up | $100 |
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