Welcome to Emei Shan
A cool, misty retreat from Sìchuān basin’s heat, stunning Éméi Shān (峨眉山; 3099m) is one of China’s four sacred Buddhist Mountains (the others being Pǔtuó Shān, Wǔtái Shān and Jiǔhuá Shān). A farmer built the first Buddhist temple near Jīndǐng summit in the 1st century, marking Buddhism's arrival in the Eastern world. That temple stood until it was gutted by fire in 1972, and many of the more than 150 temples on the mountain suffered fires or looting over the centuries but around 30 have been maintained and restored in various degrees. Reconstructed in the 9th century, Wànnián Temple is the oldest surviving temple on the mountain.
Top experiences in Emei Shan
Emei Shan activities
Mt Emei and Giant Buddha 2 Days Tour
Itinerary： Day 1: Giant Buddhawe pick you in your hotel at 8:00.After 2 hours drive, Our guide will take you to Giant Buddha and show you the world heritage, you can get a nice panorama view from the boat. Please also don't forget to try some local food nearby, cause the noodle mini hotpot BBQ etc are all the famous in Sichuan.It's about 40 mins drive, we can drive you to Emei shan, and have your relax time there.D2 Mt. Emeiwe start to green bus station after your breakfast ,It's too rush to finish whole Mt. in one day,So we choose the half Mt. to visit. Because this route has more view and temple to see, and if you just want to see the golden summit in 1 day or have 2 days in Emei Mt, please feel free to let us know, that we happy to give you a new plan for your trip.We shall take green bus up to Wan Nian temple Parkinig, and walk or use cable car(optional) up to the Wan Nian temple( ten thousands years temple) we shall have another 2 hrs hiking down to Wu Xian Gang green bus Parking, and back to our car in the end. We could see the temples, river, pavilions, lake and monkeys (maybe).we shall take 2.5 hours drvie back to Chengdu after all this, you will be your Chengdu hotel about 5:00 pm
Essential China
Encounter the essence of China in all its wonderful diversity — climb the Great Wall and stare down the Terracotta Warriors before heading down south on this three-week tour of China's cultural and natural highlights. Rest your gaze on the giant Buddha of Leshan and explore ancient mountainside monasteries at Emei Shan, then float down the world-famous Three Gorges of the Yangtze River before stepping out to experience the vibrant rural life and stunning scenery of Yangshuo. With your accommodation and transport arranged by our expert Chief Experience Officers, this adventure offers up a great combination of must-see highlights and free time to explore on your own.
Wild China
Walk the Great Wall of China and trek through stunning Tiger Leaping Gorge. Stare down Terracotta Warriors and commune with giant pandas. For those seeking a unique adventure that balances China’s highlights with a look at its wild side, this three-week tour gives you the classics before taking you further afield to the hidden gems. Best of all, you get the free time you need to explore at your own pace. Whether wandering mountain monasteries or cycling through the region’s watercolour scenery, this tour will take you down the road less travelled.