Chengdu Kung Fu Panda Tour: Tai Chi, Martial Arts & Pandas

Train martial arts on a 2,300-year-old mountain, then stand before giant pandas in their natural home

This full-day class in Chengdu combines hands-on Tai Chi and traditional martial arts instruction on Mount Qingcheng with a visit to Panda Valley, a world-class conservation area. You learn from seasoned masters in the birthplace of kung fu, then observe giant pandas up close in their natural habitat. The day also includes stops at three iconic Chengdu landmarks: Zhongshu Bookstore, Yantianwo's giant panda sculpture, and the ancient Nanqiao bridge.

Step-by-step itinerary

Pandas, Martial Arts, and Chengdu Landmarks

• Visit panda conservation area
• Learn Tai Chi and martial arts at Mount Qingcheng
• See largest panda sculpture
• Explore Zhongshu Bookstore
• Visit ancient Nanqiao bridge

The experience

Mount Qingcheng, a UNESCO World Heritage site where martial arts have been practiced for over 2,300 years, is where you spend your morning and early afternoon learning. A seasoned master teaches you authentic Tai Chi and traditional martial arts techniques: the same disciplines that shaped legendary fighters like Jackie Chan and Bruce Lee. You work through the forms yourself under direct guidance, building the fundamentals in the mountain's setting rather than watching a demonstration or reading about it.

After the martial arts instruction, you head to Panda Valley, one of the world's leading panda conservation areas. Here you observe the giant pandas in their natural habitat up close, watching them move and feed without barriers between you and the animals. The day also weaves in three of Chengdu's most recognizable sites: Zhongshu Bookstore, ranked among the world's ten most beautiful bookstores; Yantianwo, home to the world's largest panda sculpture; and Nanqiao, an ancient bridge that has anchored Chengdu's culture for centuries.

An air-conditioned vehicle and English-speaking guide handle the logistics between stops, so you move between the mountain, the panda reserve, and the city landmarks without arranging transport yourself. The full day runs 11 to 12 hours, and the itinerary is built to fit all three elements (martial arts training, panda observation, and cultural landmarks) into a single outing.

What’s included

• Panda Valley entry ticket.
• hands-on Tai Chi and martial arts instruction from a seasoned master.
• all fees and taxes.
• air-conditioned vehicle with pickup from your hotel.
• English-speaking guide throughout the day.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 08:00

Book up to12h before

AgesAdult (6 to 64 years) · Senior (65 to 80 years) · Child (under 6): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Audio guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup is optional; you can also go straight to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 12 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Chengdu Explorer

Is this one for you?The 11 to 12-hour commitment means you fit the martial arts training, panda observation, and three landmark visits into one day, but it leaves little room for a separate lunch stop. Plan to eat before or after, or bring snacks for the vehicle.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 6): free.

What exactly do I learn during the Tai Chi and martial arts instruction on Mount Qingcheng?

You learn authentic Tai Chi and traditional martial arts forms directly from a seasoned master. The instruction is hands-on, so you practice the techniques yourself under guidance rather than observing a demonstration. The training covers the disciplines that originated in this region and inspired legendary martial artists.

How close can I get to the giant pandas at Panda Valley?

Panda Valley is a world-famous conservation area where you observe the pandas up close in their natural habitat. You watch them move and feed without barriers separating you from the animals, giving you an unobstructed view of these creatures in their environment.

What are the three Chengdu landmarks included in the itinerary?

The three iconic sites are Zhongshu Bookstore, one of the world's ten most beautiful bookstores; Yantianwo, which features the world's largest panda sculpture; and Nanqiao, an ancient bridge that has stood as a cultural landmark of Chengdu for centuries.

How long is the full day, and what time does it start and end?

The experience runs 11 to 12 hours total. Hotel pickup is included, and an English-speaking guide and air-conditioned vehicle handle transport between Mount Qingcheng, Panda Valley, and the three city landmarks throughout the day.

Is this suitable if I'm not very fit or have never done martial arts before?

Yes. The experience is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and the martial arts instruction is designed for learners. Infants and small children can travel in a pram or stroller if needed, and public transportation options are available nearby if you prefer to meet at a central point.