Begin your adventure with a visit to the Chengdu Panda Base, the world’s most famous home for giant pandas. Watch them munch on fresh bamboo shoots, roll around lazily in their enclosures, or play with their companions. Your local guide will share fascinating insights about panda conservation efforts, their life cycles, and the special bond between Chengdu and these gentle giants.

From the panda base, head to a traditional Sichuan teahouse in the city centre, where the soul of Chengdu’s performing arts comes alive. Prepare to be dazzled by a Sichuan Opera Face-Changing (Bian Lian) performance—one of China’s most iconic folk arts. Watch as the master artist transforms their masks in the blink of an eye, with vibrant costumes and dynamic movements that tell ancient Sichuan stories. You’ll also get a chance to learn the basic secrets of this craft from the performer and even take a photo with them, a truly unique cultural souvenir.

No trip to Chengdu is complete without experiencing the city’s most famous relaxation ritual: ear cleaning (Cai Er), a national intangible cultural heritage. In the tranquil teahouse setting, you’ll be served a cup of fragrant jasmine tea while a skilled artisan performs the gentle采耳 (Cai Er) experience. Using delicate tools like feather sticks, ear spoons, and tuning forks, the artisan will soothe your senses—this is the ultimate way to embrace Chengdu’s laid-back “slow life” philosophy.

Throughout the 3-5 hour tour, your native guide will act as your cultural bridge, explaining the history behind each experience, answering all your questions, and sharing insider tips about Chengdu’s life and culture. By the end of the tour, you’ll have connected with Chengdu’s cutest residents, witnessed a breathtaking traditional art form, and indulged in the city’s most iconic wellness practice—all in one seamless, enriching journey.