Chengdu Day Tour of Dujiangyan Irrigation System and Mount Qingcheng
Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Dujiangyan Irrigation System and Mount Qingcheng on this 10-hour private guided day trip from Chengdu. See the eco-friendly irrigation system at Dujiangyan, a feat of engineering that dates back to the third century BC and is still in use today. Then explore beautiful Mount Qingcheng, the birthplace of Chinese Taoism.
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Stop At: Dujiangyan Irrigation System, On the Minjiang River at the west of Dujiangyan, Dujiangyan 611830 China
Your private guide and driver will collect you from your downtown Chengdu hotel at or before 8 am.
From here, it's about 90 minutes drive to the UNESCO-listed Dujiangyan Irrigation System, a wonder in the history of Chinese science that dates back to the third century BC. Engineered to exploit natural features to control the Minjiang River, and the flow of water from the mountains to the plains throughout the year, it consists of three main sections: Yuzui, Feishayan, and Baopingkou. Even today it plays a crucial role in draining floodwater, irrigating farms, and providing water to more than 50 cities in Sichuan.
Duration: 4 hours
Stop At: Mount Qingcheng, Qingcheng Mountain Town, Chengdu 611844 China
After your guide has explained the site to you and you've toured the landscape, break for lunch. This is at your own expense, but your guide will be happy to recommend some local specialities to you.
Next, you'll drive 45 minutes or so to Mount Qingcheng, also listed by UNESCO. This is where the 2nd-century AD philosopher Zhang Ling founded Chinese Taoism. Many celebrated Taoist temples nestle among its verdant trees, some built in the classic Sichuan style. It takes a little under two hours to return to Chengdu: you should be back at your hotel at around 6 pm.
Duration: 4 hours
Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"Entrance tickets and meal fees are excluded in this tour, please pay on the spot."
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
Hora de Inicio:
08:00 AM
Duración: 9 Hours
Lugar de comienzo: Traveler pickup is offered
Pick-up from centrally located Chengdu hotels, drop-off at centrally located Chengdu hotel. Please provide detailed hotel information while booking.
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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