Peppers, Pandas, and Piste
If you want a Chengdu winter tour that combines sightseeing and a skiing experience, fine food and giant pandas, then this tour is highly recommended for you.
When people talk about going skiing near Chengdu, they typically think of Xiling Snow Mountain. However, there is a better place to ski near Chengdu. With less crowding, more stunning winter views, and a better experience, Bipenggou is gradually becoming the new popular destination for people who want to feel the best winter charm around Chengdu.
Encounter adorable giant pandas in scenic Dujiangyan Panda Base, taste the real Sichuan food and learn how to cook authentic Sichuan cuisine, enjoy the fun of skiing in beautiful Bipenggou National Park, and soak in a natural mineral hot spring in a snowy wonderland. This tour design offers you a truly special winter vacation!
Tour 'Wow' Points
Immerse Yourself in the Winter Wonderland of Bipenggou
With virgin forests, highland meadows, plateau lakes, glaciers, snow-capped mountains, and waterfalls, Bipenggou is the best place near Chengdu to feel winter's natural charm, and it is a good alternative to Jiuzhaigou (currently closed).


Enjoy Serene and Scenic Skiing and a Natural Hot Spring Resort
Unlike Xiling Ski Resort, Bipenggou Ice and Snow World has natural snowy slopes with less crowding inside stunningly scenic Bipenggou National Park. Before daytime sightseeing and skiing, you can relax in a nearby snowy valley's hot spring resort in late afternoon or evening, staying overnight there.


Encounter Adorable Pandas in a Less-Touristy Panda Base
Dujiangyan Panda Base enjoys a favorable climate and natural environment with lovely scenic surroundings. It is easy to get to the front of each panda enclosure for close-up panda photos as the park is well designed and there are reasonable visitor numbers.


Cook and Taste Authentic Sichuan Cuisine
Have a private Sichuan cuisine cooking experience, learning recipes from a local chef. Savor tasty local dishes, and let a hotpot meal warm your stomach against the cold of winter.


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Amazing DuJiangYan!
![]() I had an amazing trip to Dujiangyan in Chengdu! The site itself is incredibly impressive, with its ancient irrigation system and stunning scenery. Our fantastic tour guide, Helen. She was knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about sharing the history and culture of the area. Her explanations made the visit much more meaningful. Highly recommend China Highlight for anyone visiting China! more
Jan 2025, Audrey
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Thanks to Helen and China Highlights for an amazing time in Chengdu.
![]() I highly recommend Helen, who guided our group of three during a private two-day tour in Chengdu. From start to finish, Helen was proactive, enthusiastic and incredibly insightful. She shared fascinating information about the places we visited and offered deeper context about the culture and history of Chengdu and Sichuan. Her eloquent English, extensive local knowledge and friendly, accommodating nature truly elevated our experience. Her flexibility, patience and genuine passion made our stay far more enjoyable than it would have been on our own. She went above and beyond, making us feel like friends rather than just clients. Here are some highlights of what made our time with Helen so memorable: - Panda Centre: She knew exactly where and when to go to avoid crowds and see the pandas at their most active. - People's Park: She introduced us to the local lifestyle, including tea-drinking rituals, line dancing and even the fascinating 'marriage market.' - Local Market: At our request, she guided us to buy very sweet mandarins and pears from a local market. - Jinsha Museum: She provided detailed and engaging explanations, bringing the artifacts and history to life. - Jinli Old Street: She led us to the most interesting spots, helped us purchase local snacks and ensured we didn’t miss anything special. - Sichuan Opera: She arranged for us to watch an incredible performance at the city’s best opera house. - Local Restaurants: She took us to authentic local eateries far from the typical tourist traps — hidden gems we would never have found on our own, even with Baidu Maps. - Community Centre: As an unexpected bonus, Helen introduced us to a local community centre supporting the elderly and individuals with special needs, which was a heart-warming experience. more
Jan 2025, Dominic
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Helen In ChengDu. A great guide makes our trip even more pleasant and memorable
![]() Helen in ChengDu was our guide. Beside her deep knowledge and experience, she is a very sweet, smiley and pleasant lady. She speaks very well English and Mandarin. Visited SanxinDui and the Panda was the best thing to do in Chengdu. Wish we had more time to explore. more
Dec 2024, Cindy
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Tour Map

Itinerary Quick Look
Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests.
Airport pickup. The rest of the day is your own to explore Chengdu.
Discover a local market and learn about the ingredients for Sichuan cuisine. Have a Sichuan cuisine cooking experience. Travel behind the scenes of a Sichuan opera. Have tea in a local tea house and have fun playing mahjong.
Visit Dujiangyan Panda Base, soak in a hot spring in the snow world, and stay overnight in a hot spring hotel in Gu'ergou Township.
A half-day of sightseeing: Longwang Lake and White Dragon Waterfall, Zhuoma Lake, Panyang Lake, and Red Stone Beach.
And a half-day of skiing on the natural pistes of Bipenggou Ice and Snow Resort.
Visit Taoping Qiang Village and Ganbao Tibetan Village to experience local Qiang and Tibetan ethnic minority life and culture. Chengdu Airport transfer.
Hotel Selection
—the Icing on the Cake
Boutique hotels are recommended to enrich your travel experience.



Price includes:
- Private air-conditioned business car with big windows and ample space
- English speaking local guide
- Activities, hotels, and meals listed in the itinerary
- 24/7 helpline for while you are traveling
Tour code: cd-85