CHINA: CHONGQING - CHENGDU - MOUNT EMEI - LESHAN - JIUZHAIGOU | Air China

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Experience the Chongqing – Chengdu – Mount Emei – Leshan – Jiuzhaigou tour with Du Lịch Thiên Nhiên. The journey takes you to the legendary land of Sichuan to admire the magnificent scenery of Jiuzhaigou and explore the unique Chinese culture.

Itinerary

DAY 1: HO CHI MINH CITY - CHONGQING (Meals on board)

- The tour leader will welcome you at Tan Son Nhat Airport to check in for flight CA408 SGN-CKG to Chongqing (Detailed flight times depend on each departure date).

DAY 2: CHONGQING - CHENGDU - LESHAN - EMEI (3 Meals)

- Upon arrival at Chongqing airport, the group completes China entry procedures – The tour guide welcomes the group and takes them for breakfast.

- Afterward, the group transfers to the high-speed railway station - takes the high-speed train departing for Chengdu (G8608 09:13 – 10:19).

- Arriving in Chengdu, the group transfers to Leshan.

- After lunch, the group takes a boat tour to visit the Leshan Giant Buddha - also known as Lingyun Giant Buddha or Jiading Giant Buddha, it is the tallest stone Buddha statue in the world. As a UNESCO World Heritage site, the stone statue faces Mount Emei, and the river flows beneath the Buddha's feet. Guests will be able to admire the "Sleeping Buddha" from a distance.

- After dinner, the group checks into the hotel and stays overnight in Emei.

DAY 3: MT. EMEI - CHENGDU (3 Meals)

- Guests have breakfast at the hotel and complete check-out procedures.

- The tour bus takes guests to visit Mount Emei Golden Summit, the final and highest peak of Mount Emei, known as the Golden Summit. The Golden Summit is located in a mountainous area called Wanfo Summit (Ten Thousand Buddha Summit), featuring many temples and scenic spots. During the Qing Dynasty, after the poet Tan Zhongyue traveled to Mount Emei, he highly praised and listed the 10 main scenic views of the mountain, such as Golden Summit Auspicious Light, Elephant Pool Moon Night, White Water Autumn Wind,... (including tour bus and cable car)

- The group has lunch on the mountain. After descending the mountain, the bus transfers the group to Chengdu.

- Upon arrival in Chengdu, the group visits Jinli Ancient Street - one of the most famous streets in the city. This place is likened to a miniature painting of Sichuan culture in particular and China in general, with an ancient ambiance, streets steeped in tradition, along with numerous shops and unique culinary dishes.

- The group has dinner and stays overnight in Chengdu.

DAY 4: CHENGDU - JIUZHAIGOU (3 Meals)

- After breakfast, the group checks out of the hotel. The group departs for the high-speed railway station to take train C9462 (10:37-12:14) to Songpan station. Visit Songpan Ancient Town: an ancient town with a long historical significance in Sichuan. Built during the Hongwu Emperor's reign in the Ming dynasty, it was an important point along the "Tea-Horse Ancient Road" connecting trade between the Tibetan, Han, Hui, and Qiang ethnic groups (does not include going up the city wall).

- The group visits and shops for silver utensils made by the Tibetan ethnic minority.

- Upon arrival, the group has dinner or can register to experience visiting a Tibetan local's home to enjoy Tibetan ethnic hot pot (reference cost 420,000 VND). Guests who do not participate in the hot pot will have dinner at the hotel or receive a refund for self-sufficient dinner expenses.

- Overnight in Jiuzhaigou.

DAY 5: JIUZHAIGOU (2 Meals)

- After breakfast, the group visits Jiuzhaigou - a place known as earthly paradise with majestic, naturally carved landscape. A masterpiece consisting of 12 peaks, over 100 lakes, 17 waterfalls, and countless rich flora and fauna species amidst a limestone mountain region at an average altitude ranging from 2,000m to 4,000m.

- Upon arrival, Guests have lunch.

- Afterwards, guests transfer to Eco-Tourism Buses to visit lakes formed from sedimentary limestone with main scenic spots such as: Long Lake,卧虎海 (Crouching Tiger Lake / or translation context: wait, let's translate proper lake names accurately or use standard translations), Sparking Lake, Double Dragon Lake, Swan Lake, Mirror Lake, Primeval Forest... Here, Guests have the opportunity to admire breathtaking natural waterfall complexes such as: Shuzheng Waterfall, Nuorilang Waterfall, Pearl Shoal...

- Guests have dinner at a local restaurant and rest at the hotel or register to watch the Jiuzhai Eternal Love show (At own expense).

DAY 6: JIUZHAIGOU - CHENGDU (3 Meals)

- Guests have breakfast at the hotel and complete check-out procedures. The tour bus and tour guide take the group via the expressway to Chengdu.

- Along the way, the group enjoys lunch at a restaurant. Upon arrival in Chengdu, the group visits Spring Road (Chunxi Road), one of the most famous and bustling commercial streets in Chengdu. Formed in 1924, Chunxi Road has undergone nearly a century of development, transforming from a traditional trading district into a modern shopping, culinary, and fashion center. It brings together numerous shopping malls, international brand stores, and local specialties, offering Chengdu's signature lively atmosphere. Visit Taikoo Li, a modern outdoor commercial street located next to the Daci Temple, which has a history of over 1,600 years. Officially opened in 2015, Taikoo Li stands out with its low-rise architecture, pedestrian streets, and open spaces, harmoniously blending traditional Sichuan style with modern design. It gathers many high-end fashion brands, restaurants, and cafes, making it a popular check-in spot that showcases a youthful and trendy appearance.

- Guests enjoy dinner featuring Sichuan hotpot at a local restaurant. The group checks into the hotel and rests.

- Overnight in Chengdu.

DAY 7: CHENGDU - CHONGQING (Breakfast, lunch)

- Have breakfast at the hotel and check out, then move to the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, a world-famous center for research, conservation, and breeding of giant pandas. With a large green space designed close to their natural habitat, this is an ideal attraction for visitors to learn about the lives of pandas, observe cute pandas playing, eating bamboo, and resting, as well as discover conservation activities for this rare animal species.

- Enjoy lunch, then visit Tongrentang to learn about traditional Chinese medicine.

- The tour bus and tour guide take the group to the high-speed railway station, take a high-speed train (estimated train time G8647 16:39–18:01) back to Chongqing.

- Upon arrival, the group visits Hongya Cave - an 11-story ancient style complex with mossy tile roofs and carved patterns, currently a super hot check-in spot.

- Visit the 解放碑 Liberation Monument (Liberation Monument), known as the commercial center of Yuzhong district in Chongqing. Free time for sightseeing and shopping here. (Dinner on your own)

- Overnight in Chongqing.

DAY 8: CHONGQING - HO CHI MINH CITY (Breakfast, Lunch)

- After breakfast, the group checks out of the hotel. The group visits the Monorail Running Through High-Rise Buildings: Visitors can witness firsthand and check-in to capture the moment of electric trains passing through high-rise apartment buildings with a thrilling sensation.

- Visit the Thousand-Year-Old Ciqikou Ancient Town, originally named Longyin Town, an ancient town built during the Song Dynasty in 998. Located in the suburbs of Chongqing, Ciqikou stands out with its ancient slopes and stone steps. Along both sides of the street are tea houses, wooden pavilions, red lanterns, as well as shops and restaurants deeply imbued with ancient Chinese architecture and culture.

- Guests have lunch at a restaurant and then shop at the Outlet shopping area.

- Afterwards, the group transfers to the airport to complete procedures for flight CA407 CKG-SGN back to Ho Chi Minh City (Flight details depend on each departure date).

- Upon arrival in Ho Chi Minh City, the tour guide bids farewell to the group. See you again.

Note: The itinerary may change depending on weather conditions, tidal forecasts, and port authority regulations.

What's Included

Terms & conditions

TOUR PRICE INCLUDES:

1. Round-trip airfare with the group (including 1 checked baggage of 23kg + 05kg hand luggage)

2. International travel insurance throughout the trip.

3. Airport security fees, airline insurance, and airport taxes of both countries (subject to change at the time of ticket issuance).

4. Standard local 4* - 5* hotels (2 people/room). If a guest travels alone and there is no same-sex companion in the group to share the room, the Guest will bear the single room surcharge fee, or if 3 people stay in one room, it will be a Twin/Double Room + 1 Extra Bed.

- Mount Emei: Emeishan Century Sunshine Hotel or equivalent

- Chengdu: Rayfont Hotel Chengdu, Runtai Baijin hotel or equivalent

- Jiuzhaigou: Rundu International Hot Spring Hotel or equivalent

- Chongqing: Rezen Hotel or equivalent

5. China group visa for guests with Vietnamese passports. (Scanned Passport + Digital 4x6 photo file with a white background)

Note: When sending your passport for visa processing, please carefully check and provide the latest passport. During the period

when the passport has been provided and is awaiting visa processing, Guests are not allowed to register to change to another passport. If so, Guests

must urgently notify the tour registration staff.

6. Complimentary 1 bottle of mineral water/guest/day.

7. Meals as per the itinerary (meals may be adjusted to suit the destinations, however, quantity and quality will be ensured to be equivalent or better).

8. Air-conditioned transport throughout the itinerary.

9. Sightseeing tickets as per the itinerary.

10. Tour leader and local tour guide serving throughout the itinerary.

TOUR PRICE EXCLUDES:

1. Personal expenses, excess baggage, telephone, laundry, and sightseeing outside the itinerary.

2. Single room surcharge (if any) (Depending on the timing).

3. Vietnam re-entry visa for foreign passport holders (if any): (reference price 945,000 VND/guest).

4. Tips for local drivers and tour guides paid abroad will be calculated according to the exchange rate at the time, with the recommended rate of 40 US dollars/guest/tour, equivalent to 1,120,000 VND/guest/tour.

CHILD TOUR PRICE:

- Children under 2 years old: 30% of the adult tour price (sharing bed with adults).

- Children from 2 years old to under 11 years old (No separate bed arrangement).

- Children from 2 years old to under 11 years old: 100% (With separate bed arrangement).

- Children aged 11 and above: 100% of the adult tour price.

REFUND/CANCELLATION CONDITIONS:

- Immediately upon tour registration, deposit 50% of the total tour price. Please pay the remaining balance 14 days before departure.

- Tour cancellation after registration incurs a penalty fee of 50% of the deposit (+ visa fee if applicable).

- Tour cancellation 30 days in advance incurs a penalty fee = 50% of the total program tour price (+ visa fee if applicable) (Calculated on working days)

- Tour cancellation 20 days in advance incurs a penalty fee = 75% of the total program tour price (+ visa fee if applicable) (Calculated on working days)

- After the above period, the penalty fee = 100% of the total program value (+ visa fee if applicable). (Calculated on working days)

- Trip cancellation must be notified directly to the Company or via fax, email, or text message and must be confirmed by the Company. Cancellations by phone are not accepted.

- For cases where guests book a tour with a group of friends or family (from 2 guests or more): If one person in the group is refused a visa, a 100% tour refund will be issued, while other members who have obtained their visa and cancel the tour will be subject to the general tour cancellation policy.

- Tour cancellation time is calculated for working days, excluding Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays.

NOTES

- (Passport) Must have a remaining validity of over 6 months (Calculated from the departure date).

- Before registering for the tour, please carefully read the tour program, terms and conditions, and what the tour price includes as well as excludes.

- In case guests already have a visa, 500,000 VND will be deducted.

- If a customer is refused exit or entry by immigration authorities for personal reasons (blurry or unclear images and information in the original document, expired passport, or non-compliance with regulations...), the travel company will not take responsibility and will not refund the tour fare.

- Citizens must fulfill their tax obligations to the state and not violate the law to be permitted for exit. In case an individual still owes taxes and is not permitted to exit, the Company is not responsible for compensating for damages.

- Guests aged 70 and above must ensure sufficient health to participate in the tour journey, and are encouraged to travel with relatives for mutual assistance when needed. If Guests have underlying medical conditions or poor physical health, a doctor's health certificate is required to ensure fitness for overseas travel.

- Pregnant guests please inform the tour sales staff immediately at the time of registration for further advice and information. Note that a doctor's approval is required before taking the tour.

- Due to the nature of a group tour combining individual travelers, the company requires a minimum of 10 adult guests and will ensure the tour departs on schedule. In case the group does not reach the minimum number of guests, the company is responsible for notifying Guests 05 days prior to the departure date and will re-negotiate another departure date or refund all amounts paid by Guests.

- Guests who have undergone cosmetic surgery, please remake your new passport featuring your current appearance. If entry is denied due to passport photos differing from your actual appearance, the travel company will not take responsibility and will not refund the tour fare.

- Because flights depend on airlines, in some cases flight times may change without prior notice.

- Because the Chinese visa is a group visa where travelers enter and exit together on the exact end date of the tour.

- China recommends that all foreign visitors entering China complete online declarations before completing entry procedures. Please click on this link to make the online declaration: https://s.nia.gov.cn/ArrivalCardFillingPhone/

- Purely a sightseeing tour, Guests are strictly prohibited from leaving the group throughout the program. (For customers separating from the group, group separation fees will be charged by the Chinese partner company). (Depending on each specific case, please contact staff for support and detailed information).

- If guests have a separate visa, they must bring it along during the tour. Overseas Vietnamese or foreign nationals must bring their Vietnam re-entry visa.

- Children under 15 years old must be accompanied by their parents or an authorized person with an authorization letter from the parents.

- The company will support documentation procedures to the best of its ability when Guests are denied entry into Chinese territory.

- In objective circumstances such as: terrorism, natural disasters... or due to incidents or schedule changes of public transport vehicles such as: airplanes, trains... the Company reserves the right to change the itinerary at any time for the convenience and safety of customers and will not be responsible for compensating for incurred damages.

PROCEDURES FOR APPLYING FOR A CHINESE GROUP VISA

- Passport: Scanned or photographed; note that corners must not be cut off, laid flat at 180 degrees, and fingers must not cover any part.

- Photo 4x6: Latest photo taken within the last 6 months, white background, clear facial features, no smiling, no jewelry, and no photoshop editing software used.