[Chengdu, China] Panda Base Visit + Sichuan Cuisine Museum (Sichuan Cuisine Making) Experience One-Day Tour｜Chartered Tour
- KKday's unique experience itinerary, enter a large green paradise, and visit the national-level panda base breeding environment. Visitors to the Sichuan Cuisine Museum will be guided by experience experts to make several classic Sichuan dishes.
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－Itinerary introduction－
07:30 The tour guide meets the guests in the hotel lobby in Chengdu and sets off on time
07:30 - 08:30 Go to Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding
08:30 - 11:00 Visit Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding and admire the lovely national treasures
11:00 - 12:00 Go to Sichuan Cuisine Museum
12:00 - 13:00 Lunch (snack buffet, unlimited)
13:00 - 14:30 Visit the Sichuan Cuisine Museum
14:30 - 16:00 Make Kung Pao Chicken, Panda Steamed Dumplings, and Steamed Beef (the dishes may be adjusted based on the ingredients of the day)
16:00 -16:20 Issuance of social practice certificate
16:20 - 17:20 Return to Chengdu city hotel
End of a wonderful day trip, looking forward to seeing you again next time
-Attractions-
Chengdu Panda Base is lined with green trees, lush green bamboos, birds singing and flowers fragrant, and the air is fresh. The entire base is designed according to China's three-star green standard, and the architecture and natural environment are cleverly integrated to create a good living environment for giant pandas.
As a tourist business card of Chengdu, the Sichuan Cuisine Museum is an edible museum and a themed museum in the world that displays cuisine culture. The museum is divided into a collection hall, an interactive demonstration hall, a tea tasting and leisure hall, the Kitchen God Temple, an exhibition area for Sichuan cuisine raw materials, an exhibition area for Sichuan cuisine raw material processing tools, etc.
In the interactive demonstration hall, visitors will be guided by experience experts to make several classic Sichuan dishes. As the cover character of "Sichuan Cuisine" magazine, our restaurant's chief chef has taught Sichuan cuisine culture and traditional Sichuan cuisine cooking techniques to the general managers of Fortune 500 companies. Visitors will have an all-round experience of Sichuan cuisine's knife skills, heat and cooking process, and feel the characteristics of Sichuan cuisine "no oil required for cooking, no need to change pots, instant frying of the gravy, quick stir-fry for short periods of time, and the dish is ready in one pot", and can smell it through the nose and mouth Taste and experience the color, flavor, shape and texture of Sichuan cuisine, as well as the rich connotation of "one dish, one style, one hundred dishes, one hundred flavors" and "five flavors harmoniously, one hundred flavors create fragrance".
Snack buffet (pictures are for reference only, actual dishes are subject to that day)
Important Info
Reminders
The panda base needs to be reserved in advance (Dujiangyan Base or Wolong Base), which is subject to notification from the service staff. Tour guide information will be notified 3 days before travel, so please keep your mobile phone open.
Please note: Direct touching of pandas is prohibited on this tour
Cancellation is not allowed after booking. If you need to cancel due to flight delays, illness, force majeure, etc., please contact customer service and provide proof.
Cancellation Policy
- Once the order has been completed, it cannot be canceled, modified, or refunded
- Due to time zone differences, the confirmed cancellation date is based on the supplier’s local time. Please allow 2–5 business days to process your cancellation request, after which the cancellation fee will be charged according to the product’s cancellation policy. Once the cancellation is confirmed, you will receive your refund within 14 working days.
FAQ
Currently, to protect the health and wildness of giant pandas, all close-contact or "hug-a-panda" experience activities have been canceled. Visitors can only watch from designated viewing areas through glass windows or fences. Feeding, touching, or using flash photography is prohibited to ensure the pandas' living environment is undisturbed and to maintain their natural ecological behavior.
Yes, to manage visitor flow and provide a better experience, the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding requires real-name advance reservations. It is recommended to book your tickets in advance through KKday to ensure smooth entry and to have the option of booking a private car service, saving you the hassle of planning your own transportation and making your trip more convenient.
The cooking experience classes at the Sichuan Cuisine Museum typically teach several classic Sichuan dishes. Common dishes include Mapo Tofu, Kung Pao Chicken, Dan Dan Noodles, and Boiled Sliced Pork in Chili Sauce. The instructor will provide detailed explanations of the history, culture, and cooking techniques of Sichuan cuisine, allowing participants to get hands-on experience and deeply understand its essence and unique flavors.
Viewing spots for popular pandas like 'Hua Hua' can change due to their daily routines and the base's arrangements. They are usually found in areas such as the Crescent Moon House, the Sun Nursery, or the Juvenile Giant Panda Villa. It is recommended to check the base's map or electronic signs upon arrival, pay attention to official announcements, or consult on-site staff for the most up-to-date viewing information.
For the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, we recommend allocating at least 3 to 4 hours, especially if you want to carefully observe pandas in different areas or wait for them to be active. For the Sichuan Cuisine Museum, which includes a visit and a cooking experience, we suggest allocating about 2 to 3 hours to fully enjoy the Sichuan cuisine culture and the fun of food preparation.
There are several ways to get to the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. Using public transportation, you can take Metro Line 3 to Panda Avenue Station and then transfer to the scenic spot shuttle bus or a taxi. For group or family travel, booking a day tour that includes a private car service would be more convenient, as a dedicated vehicle can save you the trouble of transfers and take you directly and comfortably to your destination.
The Sichuan Cuisine Museum is the world's only museum themed around the culture of a cuisine. In addition to cooking experiences, it features special exhibition areas such as the "Collection Hall," "Raw Material Processing Tools Exhibition Area," and "Kitchen God Temple." You can admire historical artifacts of Sichuan cuisine, learn about traditional cooking tools and spice varieties, and experience the profound heritage and unique charm of Sichuan cuisine culture.
When visiting the base, please maintain quiet and avoid loud noises to prevent disturbing the pandas. Do not feed any food to the pandas and avoid using flash photography. Please follow the designated tour routes, do not cross fences, and keep your personal belongings safe. Let's collectively maintain the park environment to provide the pandas with a good living space and ensure their health and safety.
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