Home of Pandas: Chengdu's Relaxed Charm
2026 Chengdu 3-day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival & Welcome
Day 1Private transfer from Chengdu Tianfu International Airport to hotel. Evening exploration of Jinli Ancient Street's lantern-lit shops and teahouses.
Meals:None
Hotel:Chengdu
Day 2: Pandas & History
Day 2- Morning: Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding - Arrive early to see pandas at their most active during feeding time. See giant pandas, red pandas, and the panda nursery with baby pandas.
- Midday: Lunch at a local restaurant - Try Chengdu's famous mapo tofu and dan dan noodles.
- Afternoon: Wuhou Shrine - A beautiful temple complex dedicated to Zhuge Liang and the Three Kingdoms era. The Red Wall path is one of Chengdu's most photographed spots.
- Evening: Shu Feng Ya Yun Sichuan Opera - Watch the stunning face-changing performance, shadow puppetry, and fire-spitting show.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch
Hotel:Chengdu
Day 3: Tea Houses & Departure
Day 3- Morning: People's Park - Experience authentic local life at Heming Teahouse. Watch locals dance, play mahjong, practice calligraphy with water on the ground.
- Midday: Kuanzhai Alley (Kuanzhai Xiangzi) - Three parallel alleys showcasing Qing Dynasty architecture. Trendy boutiques, art galleries, and traditional snacks line the streets.
- Afternoon: Sichuan Cuisine Museum - Learn about the history of Sichuan cuisine, see chili pepper grinding demonstrations, and make your own mapo tofu.
- Evening: Airport drop-off - Private transfer to the airport for departure.
Meals:Breakfast, Lunch