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SimonKLKL
Shenzhen, China23 contributions
Sep 2020
An amazing two days in Chengdu with Jay. Day one, we covered the Panda breeding centre, tried some delicious Sichuan food specialities, took part in a tea ceremony, visited local markets and had a cooking class. Day two was a trip to Leshan and the incredible Giant Buddha followed by some yummy Leshan food. Highly recommended.
Written September 29, 2020
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Helen B
Norfolk, UK11 contributions
Mar 2018 • Business
This was a great experience and my guide Daisy was incredible. She not only informed me all about the pandas, but chinese culture and took me to a temple afterwards at no extra cost. I was a lone traveller and they had arranged for the guide to be female to ensure I felt comfortable.
Written March 19, 2018
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cbhoward
Rome, Italy25 contributions
Sep 2018 • Solo
I recently returned from China, and during my trip, I visited Chengdu. I booked this tour to see pandas, and I believe that this tour is the closest way to see pandas in the wild even though they are in enclosures. Jay, my guide, took me to the Wolong Panda Conservation and Research Center. Although it was a bit of a haul to get there from Chengdu, there were few tourists and you can see the mountains in which the research scientists working at the Center release the pandas to live on their own once they are ready to live on their own. Jay was kind enough to take me on a small road at the Center up a mountain to get a panorama of the valley and to show me where the pandas go once they are released. Although "holding" the pandas is a bit of a misnomer (you don't actually hold the pandas, but are permitted to sit next to a baby panda for 20 seconds on a wooden swing and have your photograph taken), I believe that it is definitely worth the extra fee you must pay (around 800 RMB). The staff is very strict about the 20 second rule as they are concerned that the panda could try to scratch or bite when they finish eating their bamboo. If you plan to visit Chengdu, definitely consider this tour.
Written October 4, 2018
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Itai_and_Maya
Kefar Sava, Israel33 contributions
Sep 2015 • Family
Jay was our guide for a 5-day tour of Chengdu and Dujiangyan last month.
We booked Jay's services well in advance and emailed back and forth a few times while planning our trip.
Jay was helpful and co-operative from these first steps and during the trip itself was well prepared, insightful and very knowledgable. His English is great, too.
Jay also went the extra mile by helping us plan a last minute surprise for our daughter's birthday, which took place during our time together - he contacted the hotel we stayed in (upon his recommendation - the Panda Hotel in Dujiangyan, which was very nice) and they decorated our room and left a cake and a small gift. Really made her day (or more).
We'll be happy to use Jay's services again in the future and highly recommend him.
We booked Jay's services well in advance and emailed back and forth a few times while planning our trip.
Jay was helpful and co-operative from these first steps and during the trip itself was well prepared, insightful and very knowledgable. His English is great, too.
Jay also went the extra mile by helping us plan a last minute surprise for our daughter's birthday, which took place during our time together - he contacted the hotel we stayed in (upon his recommendation - the Panda Hotel in Dujiangyan, which was very nice) and they decorated our room and left a cake and a small gift. Really made her day (or more).
We'll be happy to use Jay's services again in the future and highly recommend him.
Written October 9, 2015
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Vickie De
San Francisco, CA10 contributions
Oct 2014 • Couples
My husband and I recently visited Chengdu, China and were treated to 2 great days with our guide Jay Liao. Jay and his driver Mr. Wang were courteous and professional. We started the activities by visiting the Panda breeding preserve in Chengdu, then had a very good lunch at a local eatery. After a brief afternoon rest Jay toured us through people's park and then a a performance of a Sichuan Opera. Jay took us to Leshan the next day to see the Giant Buddah and toured us throu temples and many of Chengdu's neighborhoods concluding with a "hot pot" dinner. Jay's knowledge of the area and his joy in sharing his home town with us was delightful. I am truly happy to recommend Jay.
Written November 10, 2014
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ALY32905
Monterey Park, CA1 contribution
Apr 2013 • Friends
Hired Jay on 2 separate days for the leg of our trip in China, was the BEST decision ever. I highly recommend him if you are travelling to Chengdu and would like to hit the main destinations there. Jay knows the details that you and I won't even think about... like different entrances of an attraction to avoid crowds and save you time and headache. Or the recommended restaurants he would take you to that serves the most authentic dishes in the Sichuan province.
Jay and his driver are very polite and patient. They accommodate your requests as well as providing suggestions. There is no up sell, no pushy sales tactics or anything you do not want to do. His punctuality is second to none, the first day we met him at our hostel in Chengdu's city centre, he actually stayed in the same hostel as us, so he could miss traffic in the morning so that he would be on time, 8am on the dot. Very, very knowledgeable of Chengdu; history, culture and background.
On our 2 days with him, he took us to the panda centre. He booked the panda experience several days in advance since the park capped the amount of people to reserve a spot. The pandas were cute and cuddly, definitely a perfect experience that I happily crossed of my bucket list. He talked about the different panda centers in China, showed us the must see areas of the park and he can almost time when tour groups invaded a certain area so he can move us on to an area that's less crowded. He and his driver dropped us off at the airport for no extra charge.
Day 2 consisted of Leshan... very lucky he knew the best kept secret to enter the park. It was jammed pack in the main entrance. We entered through an ancient fishing village with restaurants and shops that gave us many things to see. Since it was a Saturday, the park was suitedly full of people. Leshan had many temples and statues to see but of course the famed Big Buddah was the main attraction... we did not heed his warning to go down to the bottom of the big buddah and boy was that a mistake... 1.5 hours of crushing mass of bodies later we were at the bottom, he recommended we take the boat for next time.. and I noticed from other reviews that he did just that, I would highly recommended the boat as well. After Leshan, Jay took us to a nice restaurant and served up some good spicy dishes. The remainder of the day was capped off with strawberry picking and a trip to Luodai Ancient Town.
A very memorable trip in the book and thanks to Jay for putting everything together. Jay would love to show you his city and provide you an amazing time here.
Jay and his driver are very polite and patient. They accommodate your requests as well as providing suggestions. There is no up sell, no pushy sales tactics or anything you do not want to do. His punctuality is second to none, the first day we met him at our hostel in Chengdu's city centre, he actually stayed in the same hostel as us, so he could miss traffic in the morning so that he would be on time, 8am on the dot. Very, very knowledgeable of Chengdu; history, culture and background.
On our 2 days with him, he took us to the panda centre. He booked the panda experience several days in advance since the park capped the amount of people to reserve a spot. The pandas were cute and cuddly, definitely a perfect experience that I happily crossed of my bucket list. He talked about the different panda centers in China, showed us the must see areas of the park and he can almost time when tour groups invaded a certain area so he can move us on to an area that's less crowded. He and his driver dropped us off at the airport for no extra charge.
Day 2 consisted of Leshan... very lucky he knew the best kept secret to enter the park. It was jammed pack in the main entrance. We entered through an ancient fishing village with restaurants and shops that gave us many things to see. Since it was a Saturday, the park was suitedly full of people. Leshan had many temples and statues to see but of course the famed Big Buddah was the main attraction... we did not heed his warning to go down to the bottom of the big buddah and boy was that a mistake... 1.5 hours of crushing mass of bodies later we were at the bottom, he recommended we take the boat for next time.. and I noticed from other reviews that he did just that, I would highly recommended the boat as well. After Leshan, Jay took us to a nice restaurant and served up some good spicy dishes. The remainder of the day was capped off with strawberry picking and a trip to Luodai Ancient Town.
A very memorable trip in the book and thanks to Jay for putting everything together. Jay would love to show you his city and provide you an amazing time here.
Written April 29, 2013
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Yuri C
32 contributions
🐼🇨🇳This was def the highlight of our trip around China! its an experience of a life time. Our first time seen a panda in real life and its ridiculous how CUTE they are!!!!
Written June 5, 2019
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RM201805
United States1 contribution
May 2018 • Solo
Travelled in May, excellent weather. Picked up from hotel by Jay who had texted the night before to confirm the arrangements. Jay is a great guide, speaks excellent fluent English, friendly and very knowledgeable about the local area and Pandas. Small group (3 total). Smooth, comfortable journey to Dujiangyan in a spacious mini-van to the Panda center. Panda center is well run. Pandas are very well cared for, live in a spacious, quiet and natural looking environment. They are treated with great respect.
Holding the Panda was expensive and brief but unforgettable. The panda's welfare is the prime concern of the center and this is reminded to all who are privileged to hold a panda. Afterward, Jay took us for a delicious local lunch. Then to Jiezi ancient town which was atmospheric and beautiful. Then back to our hotels. A great experience. Thank you Jay! You are a great guide.
Holding the Panda was expensive and brief but unforgettable. The panda's welfare is the prime concern of the center and this is reminded to all who are privileged to hold a panda. Afterward, Jay took us for a delicious local lunch. Then to Jiezi ancient town which was atmospheric and beautiful. Then back to our hotels. A great experience. Thank you Jay! You are a great guide.
Written July 20, 2018
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Enya B
Westmount, Canada2 contributions
Jan 2018 • Couples
Amazing panda tour with our lovely tour guide Wanzi ! She was very knowledgeable and adapted to our needs. The tour didn’t feel rushed and we had enough time to watch the pandas. Would definitely recommend!!
Written January 31, 2018
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Janice C
San Ramon, CA10 contributions
Oct 2017 • Couples
We had a fabulous panda experience with Jay. We were picked up at our hotel and driven to the Wolong Panda Reserve at the end of the Himaylan Mountains. Once there, we were given work overalls and went to clean out the garden and indoor enclosure of one of the pandas. The work was not hard and panda poo has no smell. Once we were done there, we toured around the reserve and then went to feed another panda his morning snack of carrots and "panda bread". We were then taken to the panda nursery (the public is not allowed in this area) for our panda holding. This was just magical - to be so close to a baby panda that you can feel how furry and fuzzy they are. A simple lunch with the rest of the workers was followed by watching a documentary on the panda and the work of the biologists trying to save it from extinction. After feeding the afternoon snack to the panda whose enclosure we had cleaned, it was back to Chengdu.
Jay really made this day special. He clearly has a great relationship with the people at the reserve and we were able to do several activities that made our time with the pandas something I will always remember.
Jay really made this day special. He clearly has a great relationship with the people at the reserve and we were able to do several activities that made our time with the pandas something I will always remember.
Written November 3, 2017
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Hi, I have just booked the private panda tour for 4 people for tomorrow. (we have 2 adults, 2 kids) we would like to come in contact to specify our request. What is the best way to contact you?
Written April 5, 2019
Goood morning,
i write from Italy.
Sorry for my english, it is not very well.
I will be near Chengdu with my wife some days from 10 to 18 february.
I would like to take a picture with a panda.
Please I would like to have your advice and information.
Thank you very much
Best regards
Luca Barucci
Written January 26, 2019
Ciao Luca
Chengdu is a beautiful city and I strongly advice to check out the panda center as it’s quite and not so many tourists or locals so you can have the time to photograph their,however when I went the told me they stoped the taking pictures with the panda but you can feed it by paying 700 kuai per person and that’s the closest you can get or also you can volenteer in some things but not sure what and be even closer,you should ask there as they change what they say at times.
Buon viaggio e buona vacanza!
Written February 13, 2019
hi
if i take your tour with the photo option. does I need to add 700 rmb or everything is included ?
Written December 26, 2018
You pay 1800 to take a picture with the panda or 700 to feed it and also take a pic for few seconds,I think they stopped the first option though.
Written December 27, 2018
Yakpanda - I have already paid for a tour with you in mid October and need to know if I need a Doctor certificate for myself and my 12 yo daughter to hold and feed the pandas - pls advise as I have to arrange a doctor appointment. Where do I find this certificate? Thanks
Written September 29, 2018
Hello, We will be in Chengdu August 21st at 6am there are 4 of us. We are interested in going on a tour for the day. Do you have anything to explore the city and villages or anything eswe of interest?
Thank you.
Written July 1, 2018
HI Kim when you interaction with pandas or see pandas you able to see Sichuan old vilage called Jieze old town near panda base
only 10 minutes drive from Panda base
best regards
Written July 3, 2018
Private Day Trip to Dujiangyan Panda Center with Panda Holding Trip. The total price for the 2nd April when me and my girlfriend would like to do this trip.
What does the 220 GBP include? Transport I assume, alongside a guide, our medical forms but does this include the price for holding and feeding the panda or will these have to be paid in person with RMB?
Best Regards
Tom
Written March 25, 2018
We paid 450CNY per person for the guide, Jay, who is fantastic. That included transportation and a tour of the panda reserve. Jay really goes out of his way to make it a great experience for you. We paid an extra 700CNY per person to participate in the volunteer program where you can feed pandas (through bars) and enter their enclosures to clean up panda poop. We paid another 1800CNY per person (a donation to the reseach facility) to hold a baby panda - which in our case meant sitting on a bench next to a 2 year old but getting to pet her and have pictures taken with her for about a minute.
Written March 25, 2018
Alexandra B
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Hello, I would have liked to book a Private Day Trip to Dujiangyan Panda Center with Panda Holding Option but I don't understand the difference in prices and what 5/pax hold panda and 1pax hold panda mean. Thanks
Written March 14, 2018
Hello,
My husband and I would be visiting Chengdu in July and would love to go Jiuzhaigou and Huanglong for 4 days. Would you be able to provide guided tour? Please send us details.
Written April 23, 2017
Of course we have tour guide and car rental service please email us or check more information on our webpage yakpanda
Written April 24, 2017
Hi Jay,
My daughter (12) and I are planning a trip to China and want to include Cheng du as part of our places to visit.
Panda's are the main reason for the trip but could you recommend other things to do for 2 days. We would need help getting to and from the airport as well as hotel recommendations. We plan to travel either in June or July. We will be arriving from Xian and traveling to Changsha next.
I have read your reviews and it all says you are the guide to use.
Melanie
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Written April 14, 2017
HI Melanie if you want going to famous attractions Leshan Giant Buddha and E-mei mountain good places to visited by todays, if you want experience of adventure on tribe village Xishan Qiang Minority village is good places to visit by two days
Written April 15, 2017
Hi,
me and my dad are going to Chengdu on April 15th, so I'm looking for some fun attractions.
I love pandas and I really want to see them, feed them and also take some photos with them! Seeing pandas is the main reasonfor this trip!
But also I'd like to see the Leshan Grand Buddha and Kong Fu panda temple and some other nice places.
What kind of trip would you recomend?
And does the Kung Fu Panda 3 Temple Tour also include Dujiangyan Panda Base and photo taking?
Written March 26, 2017
Go with the Tour Guide Jay-Day Tour! He is an awesome tour guide from the area and will take you to any/all places you would like to visit. He can tell you about multiple options regarding panda holding and tours. Best, Michelle
Written March 27, 2017
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