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13 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
Lily was super responsive in her pre-trip replies by Wats app to me. She communicates clearly in English, is transparent on fee structures and arranged an excellent driver and car for our Chengde-UlanBatong tour. She also helped to buy show tickets and provided free advisory on train schedules. Highly recommended!
Written August 12, 2024
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Florence H
2 contributions
Jun 2024 • Family
Lily has been great in her customer service. She followed up on details and kept communication going with me throughout our journey. Lily also gave good suggestions during my trip planning and helped me to secure all the entrance tickets in advance. Thank you, Lily!
Written June 14, 2024
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Kristina P
San Diego, CA136 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
Lily helped us with private tour in Jiuzhaigou national park and Huanglong national park. Trip included private transfers, great local restaurants and positive attitude/ great communication from both agency and our driver. Lily was very kind, organized and helpful from the beginning to the end. I highly recommend this agency for your tours in beautiful China! 🇨🇳
Written August 31, 2024
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krwalker77
Greensboro, NC74 contributions
We booked our tour to see the Leshan Buddha in Sichuan Province. Our tour guide Cassie was AMAZING!!! She made our tour incredibly easy, fun and very informative. We visited the temple and paid an additional amount to take the boat to see the Buddha from the water. Cassie took us to see a real, working fishing village where we dined on excellent local fish cooked three different ways! She is such a kind and helpful person and touring with her made our day go very smooth and worry free! Thanks so much for providing such a lovely trip, Cassie!
Written July 5, 2018
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YTC
Puyallup, WA7 contributions
Nov 2017 • Solo
I was on a week-long business trip in Chengdu and wanted to go on an exciting excursion before returning to the U.S. After a quick research, I came across with the Giant Buddha in Leshan and thought this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a must-see. Originally, I was planning on doing this by myself, but I ran out of time to do all the necessary research for it (how to get there, etc.), so I decided to hire a guide. Based on excellent customer reviews on TripAdvisor, I decided to go with West China Go. The reservation process was quick & easy. My guide was Jamie who was a very friendly & knowledgeable young lady. She picked me up from my hotel promptly at 7:30 am and we walked to the nearby subway station, which was something I really wanted to do after riding a car for business for the entire week. Knowing that I was going to do this excursion myself originally, Jamie showed me how to buy tickets, where to transfer train, etc. On the high-speed train, we chatted about her past travel experiences and she seemed to be a very experienced traveler herself. After we arrived to Leshan, a car was waiting for us and after a short ride, we got to the gate of Giant Buddha. Jamie explained to me the historical significance of this place, and when we got to the top of stairs, OMG the Buddha was right there in front of me. truly breathtaking. Due to the time constraint and a huge crowd waiting to zigzag down to the Buddha's feet, we instead decided to take a boat tour after lunch, which was a smart move. That gave us an extra time to explore temples there. What a beautiful place! During our walk, Jamie was kind enough to answer many questions that I had about China, from the history of China to Eastern medicine vs. Western medicine, etc. For lunch, she took me to the restaurant that is popular among locals, instead of taking me to a restaurant for tourists. The fact that this restaurant has been in business for over 100 years (!), that tells me how popular this place is. All the food she ordered (especially mapo tofu) was delicious! After lunch, we went on a boat tour. Lucky for me, we could get on a newer boat which was very nice. She took me to the best spot on the boat to see the Buddha. The view of the Buddha from the boat was amazing! After getting off the boat, we had a little time for a walk in the city, which was another cultural learning opportunity for me. Originally, she was supposed to drop me off at my hotel at 5:30 pm, but when I mentioned that I really wanted to see Chengdu Opera, Jamie made a quick call and helped me get a first-class seat for the show which she described as one of the best she has seen. It was a moment of my dream come true! Since she had other commitment that evening, she took me to the theater to get my ticket, showed me how to ride subway back to my hotel and where to go while waiting for the show (I had 3 hours to kill). Per her recommendation, I explored Kuanzhai Xiangzi (Wide & Narrow Alley). A bunch of small shops, street foods and the crowd.... a truly Chinese experience! Jamie returned to meet me at the theater 10 minutes before the show to make sure I got to my seat (which can be a little tricky & confusing unless you're a local and speak Chinese). Needless to say, the show was spectacular! I'm so glad to have chosen the West China Go and was very lucky to have Jamie as my guide for the day. This one-day adventure was the highlight of my first trip to China and I would definitely recommend Jamie. I would request her again the next time I visit Chengdu. Thank you for the amazing day Jamie!
Written November 8, 2017
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Julie A
Wichita, KS94 contributions
We recently visited Chengdu, and and were very excited to visit the Chengdu Giant Panda Base and the Leshan Giant Buddha since these are two major tourist attractions in Chengdu.
Once we booked the tour, Lily, promptly emailed me to discuss the details. Our guide, Andie, was wonderful. She was very knowledgeable, and she spoke English very well. The Panda Base was amazing, and it was really neat to see so many Pandas and baby Pandas. Make sure to get there early to avoid the crowds. The pandas are also more active in the mornings when it is cooler.
The high speed train to Leshan was also great, and the Buddha was massive and an awesome sight to see. We ended up taking the boat ride to get a better view of the Buddha.
This was a great tour, and I would highly recommend it to others!
Once we booked the tour, Lily, promptly emailed me to discuss the details. Our guide, Andie, was wonderful. She was very knowledgeable, and she spoke English very well. The Panda Base was amazing, and it was really neat to see so many Pandas and baby Pandas. Make sure to get there early to avoid the crowds. The pandas are also more active in the mornings when it is cooler.
The high speed train to Leshan was also great, and the Buddha was massive and an awesome sight to see. We ended up taking the boat ride to get a better view of the Buddha.
This was a great tour, and I would highly recommend it to others!
Written September 30, 2018
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hshion365
Boston, MA1 contribution
Nov 2017 • Couples
My wife and I had a great experience with Westchinago. We were looking for a reputable outfit to help us spend a day at the Dujiangyan panda base volunteering. After researching a couple different options, I chose Westchinago, as they offered the best combination of responsiveness and price. Lily Chen answered all my questions on email promptly, including payment requirements and medical forms required.
Payment for everything is in cash (RMB). Pay the panda base directly for volunteering and photos. Pay the driver directly for transportation.
On the volunteer day, the driver showed up at our hotel in Chengdu. Our driver was courteous and a good driver. However, his English skills were poor, so we mostly communicated using my limited Mandarin. Upon arrival at the panda research base, our driver helped us find the entrance, and he waited for us during the entire stay, joining us for the inclusive lunch.
The panda base experience itself was fantastic, where we got a chance to clean the panda pens, feed the pandas some bamboo, and simply walk around the base taking pictures. If you want one of those shots sitting next to a juvenile bear, you need to bring cash and pay that to the base separately. It's probably one of the most expensive minutes of time you'll pay for in your life (1800 RMB / person), but it is worth it!
At the end of the day, the driver brought us back to our hotel. We paid the driver the transportation fee along with a tip.
Great experience. Would work with WestChinaGo again if we return to Chengdu!
Payment for everything is in cash (RMB). Pay the panda base directly for volunteering and photos. Pay the driver directly for transportation.
On the volunteer day, the driver showed up at our hotel in Chengdu. Our driver was courteous and a good driver. However, his English skills were poor, so we mostly communicated using my limited Mandarin. Upon arrival at the panda research base, our driver helped us find the entrance, and he waited for us during the entire stay, joining us for the inclusive lunch.
The panda base experience itself was fantastic, where we got a chance to clean the panda pens, feed the pandas some bamboo, and simply walk around the base taking pictures. If you want one of those shots sitting next to a juvenile bear, you need to bring cash and pay that to the base separately. It's probably one of the most expensive minutes of time you'll pay for in your life (1800 RMB / person), but it is worth it!
At the end of the day, the driver brought us back to our hotel. We paid the driver the transportation fee along with a tip.
Great experience. Would work with WestChinaGo again if we return to Chengdu!
Written February 18, 2018
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Thank you so much for your sincere review!
We always try our best to make your trip easy and enjoyable.
Yes,most of drivers in China do not speak English,however,the translation APP will help:)
Welcome you again to my lovely hometown!
Written March 2, 2018
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Michele L
Tampa, FL10 contributions
May 2018 • Solo
This was an amazing once in a lifetime experience. I did the volunteer program with panda holding. While very expensive, it was well worth it to interact with the pandas. Lily at westchinago was very responsive to my many questions and checked in with me throughout the whole trip. She custom tailored my itinerary according to my interests and picked the absolute perfect guide for me. I booked a 2 day private tour that included the Chengdu Panda Base followed by a trip to the Leshan Buddha with the trip to the Dujiangyan Panda base for their volunteer program and panda holding on the second day. I also hiked Mt. Qingching after the volunteering. I had a private guide, Tina, and driver, Mr. Wu for both days and they were both amazing. Tina really went above and beyond to make sure everything was explained well and to give information on all of the places we visited and she spoke impeccable English. Definitely book with Lily at Westchinago and request Tina as a guide as they were both amazing!
Written May 30, 2018
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dammbeatriz
Mexico City, Mexico16 contributions
Oct 2018 • Solo
I traveled solo to Sichuan province and wanted to see so many things that I didnt know where to start or how to do it as I do not speak chinese; I contacted Lily and she suggested this tour plus some other trips around Chengdu city.
Sharleen came along with me throughout my stay and she was absolutly perfect; I couldn´t have done it without her. Very happy to have met her; great conversation, always helpful and good knowledge of the history of the places
Specifically this tour was amazing, it was a very foggy day and it was rainning all day long, but the walk to the top of the mountain with its splendid temple was worth it.
Leshan Buddah its breathtaking, unfortunately it was under construction, but I could admired it´s head and walk around the area; we had a delicious lunch at the fish village together with our driver, whom I have to say is also a very nice person
If you are travelling there, I highly recommend booking a tour with Lily!!
Sharleen came along with me throughout my stay and she was absolutly perfect; I couldn´t have done it without her. Very happy to have met her; great conversation, always helpful and good knowledge of the history of the places
Specifically this tour was amazing, it was a very foggy day and it was rainning all day long, but the walk to the top of the mountain with its splendid temple was worth it.
Leshan Buddah its breathtaking, unfortunately it was under construction, but I could admired it´s head and walk around the area; we had a delicious lunch at the fish village together with our driver, whom I have to say is also a very nice person
If you are travelling there, I highly recommend booking a tour with Lily!!
Written October 26, 2018
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nanceebrisbane
Washington, MI2 contributions
Jul 2018 • Couples
We enjoyed the boat ride to the Leshan Giant Buddha. The weather was nice. We really got a great view. We could see the whole Buddha from the boat. I can not do a lot of stairs so the boat was the best way to go.
Written August 2, 2018
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hue vu tam
Los Angeles, California
My husband and I would like to have private tour in the Sichuan province just the two of us, can it be done?
Written January 13, 2020
Good Day，
for sichuan tours, may i know your travel length,and which tourist attractions to go?
you can connect me by e-mail
Written January 16, 2020
Hi Lily, I will be in Chengdu for a layover on June 24 from 7pm to June 25 7pm (flight time). Is this enough time to do the Dujiangyan Panda Base volunteer/photo AND the Leshan Giant Buddha? I really want to see both. Also, will the Dujiangyan Panda Base be doing the panda photos in June? I emailed through the website but no response.
Thank you!
Written May 9, 2019
The volunteer day at Dujiangyan is from 7am to about 4-5pm. I’m not sure where the Giant Buddha is but take the above times into account. The volunteer option is a great way to get photos feeding the pandas but there is no longer an option for the side-by-side photo. The government outlawed this activity.
Hope this helps!
Written May 14, 2019
From beginning to end, like Flights to and from Aussie to this Region on a Tour ,What would be a good suggestion about Who to Contact ! Thanks.
Written December 14, 2018
contact lily of westchinago
Written December 15, 2018
Hi... we are going to Chengdu next month and were really hoping to get to Jiuzhaigou National Park. Wondering if it has reopened after recent landslides.
Written August 7, 2018
It did reopen earlier this year but is now once again temporarily closed as of July 1, 2018 due to heavy rainfall, etc. Also entry is apparently restricted to tour groups only, maximum number of tickets sold each day is 2,000. No individual entry permitted. You should check the park's official website (Chinese) for updates. Due to TripAdvisor posting guidelines I can't post the URL, sorry.
Written August 7, 2018
Hello. I am going to Chengdu this summer. There are many tour companies that arrange services to see and volunteer with pandas, but WestChinago is much lower in price. If you used this service can you send me a brief message to let me know that all went well with this agent. THANKS. Paul Tuke
Written June 5, 2018
Hi Paul,
Lily has the best personable approach of all we used throughout China. All our communication was via email and everything turned out exactly as discussed and met our expectations precisely. Extremely happy to recommend this service as a first choice. Regards Trish.
Written June 5, 2018
Lily你好, 我和我先生會在5月18號到成都旅遊5日, 想用1天或2天的時間去都江堰及熊貓基地, 如果都江堰和熊貓基地只需1天, 那另一天也可去其他景點, 可否請妳建議及安排private tour? 謝謝!
Written April 8, 2018
你好:
建议如下:
第一天: 都江堰熊猫基地+都江堰水利工程
第二天: 乐山大佛
费用报价 请浏览我们网站,谢谢
Written April 8, 2018
Me and my girlfriend are coming to Chengdu from 1st April to 3rd. We would like to feed and hold a panda on the 2nd April at the Dujiangyan Panda Base . Is this available/ Also how do the prices work. The money we pay here is for the transportation and enterance fee, including the medical form?
Of course we have to pay the 1800 rmb to take a photo, but does this include holding the panda?
Best Regards
Tom
Written March 25, 2018
Hi Tom
1) if you want to feed panda, you have to join in the panda volunteer program, whose price is 700 RMB/person, do you confirm?
2)Panda Photo: yes 1800 RMB/person,usually panda is about 1 year old, not small baby panda, you can't hold, you can sit aside, and your hand around the panda
3)Volunteer and Photo , both need healthy report, you don't worry this, let us to finish, if you choose us car service, this part(healthy report and reservation fee) for free
4)Charter Car:round trip, hotel pick up and drop off within chengdu 3 ring road.
Written March 25, 2018
Hello! Have you got tours to Xiling Snow Mountain?
Written December 16, 2017
Hi Raffael,
thanks for your enquiry.,
for xiling snow mount,. we just only offer the service of the chartering car.
double trip:1000 RMB/5 seats car.
Inclusion:
1.Private transportation with experienced driver service
2.chengdu hotel pick up and drop off
3.Toll & parking&Petro
Exclusion:
1.Personal expense
2.Gratitude for driver
3.tour guides
4: scenery tickets
5.cable car expense
Written December 17, 2017
We are in Chengdu next week and are interested in a day trip to Leshan and to the top of Mt. Emei. Is this feasible using the high speed train? Likely 6 members including three Chinese speaking.
Written October 9, 2017
Hi,it is doable, but you need to take the earliest train to Mt.Emei,however,the time is very tight,I recommend you to spend 2 days in Mt.Emei+Buddha.In this way,you will really enjoy the sites,not just come and go.
Written October 10, 2017
Hello,
How much does it cost to hold the panda with just with 2 children (12 and 7 years old).
Written August 26, 2017
sorry，just see this info
official panda donation:264 usd/per
it's root price.
more info,check our website,thanks!
Written September 9, 2017
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