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Why Travel with Discover Beijing Tours
Unique Experiences
Enjoy a premium trip that goes beyond the typical tourist attractions.Well-Selected Local Guides
Knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and attentive — your personal local guides will share interesting stories, insider information, and even create unexpected highlights!Your Booking is Risk-Free
Cancel up to 24 hours before the travel date in advance for a full refund
Chengdu Private Day Tour to Emei Mountain with Lunch and Cable Car Ride
Escape Chengdu for a private day trip to UNESCO-listed Mount Emei—ride the cable car to the Gold Summit, see the giant Golden Buddha, and enjoy sweeping mountain views, with entrance fees, cable car, lunch and transfers all included.
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Mount Emei Private Day Tour (Chengdu Departure)
Hotel Pick-Up & Scenic Drive to Mount Emei
One-sentence history: A UNESCO Cultural & Natural Dual Heritage Site, Mount Emei has been a sacred Buddhist mountain for over 2,000 years and ranks among China’s Four Great Buddhist Mountains.
Start your day with a hassle-free hotel lobby pick-up. Your guide will greet you with a personalized name sign for a seamless start. Board your private air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy the 2.5-hour drive to Mount Emei Scenic Area. Sit back, relax, and watch the city skyline give way to lush countryside vistas.
Mount Emei is a world-famous UNESCO dual heritage site. It is one of China’s Four Great Buddhist Mountains and a natural paradise, home to 5,000 plant species and over 2,300 wild animal species. Perfect for hiking, Buddhist exploration, photography, or seasonal escapes, the mountain welcomes visitors year-round—for winter snow, summer coolness, or spring and autumn beauty.
Upon arrival, follow your guide to the local sightseeing bus to Leidongping. Then take the convenient cable car up to the iconic Gold Summit.
Emei Mountain Gold Summit (Jinding Scenic Resort)
One-sentence history: Revered in Buddhism as the “Summit of Luminosity and Happiness,” the Gold Summit has been a sacred Buddhist site since the Tang Dynasty, with its spiritual significance lasting for centuries.
Perched at 3,077 meters above sea level, the Gold Summit is Mount Emei’s second-highest peak. It offers breathtaking panoramic views of the surrounding area. Bathe in the serene atmosphere. If you’re lucky, you’ll witness the magnificent sea of clouds—a surreal natural wonder that shrouds the peaks in soft, rolling mist.
Gaze at the sweeping mountain landscapes and distant snow-capped peaks. Let the heights’ tranquility sink in as you capture postcard-perfect photos.
Huazang Temple
One-sentence history: First built in the Ming Dynasty and rebuilt many times, Huazang Temple is the Gold Summit’s spiritual core and houses the iconic Golden Buddha Statue as a symbol of Buddhist devotion.
Marvel at the towering 48-meter Golden Buddha Statue. It is the gleaming centerpiece of Huazang Temple, radiating solemnity and grace. Wander the temple grounds with your guide. They will share the rich history of Chinese Buddhism, including its core beliefs, spiritual significance, and impact on the mountain’s legacy. Immerse yourself in the peaceful ambiance, surrounded by the temple’s intricate architecture and devout visitors.
Baoguo Temple (Optional Visit)
One-sentence history: Founded in the Tang Dynasty, Baoguo Temple is Mount Emei’s largest and most influential Buddhist temple, serving as the central hub for Buddhist activities and cultural heritage.
Enjoy a delicious local lunch at the Gold Summit to refuel. Then take the cable car back down. If time allows, extend your cultural journey with a visit to Baoguo Temple. As Mount Emei’s grandest temple, it is the heart of the mountain’s Buddhist culture.
Follow your guide to admire two of its treasures: a giant porcelain Buddha statue and a massive 25-ton bronze bell. Each tells stories of the temple’s long-standing religious and artistic importance. After exploring, board your private vehicle for the return trip to Chengdu, wrapping up a day of nature and spirituality.
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DepartureChengdu
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Departure Time8:00am, 8:30am, 9:00am, 9:30am, 10:00am
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IncludedLunchBottled waterEntrance feeCable Car Round TripEnglish speaking tour guideTravel by private vehicle
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Not IncludedGratuites
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