Mount Emei Essence: Golden Summit & Wannian Temple Day Tour

This full-day private tour combines the two must-see sites of Mount Emei: the awe-inspiring Golden Summit and the historic Wannian Temple. With your own guide and vehicle, you'll skip the hassle of public transport and enjoy a seamless journey from your hotel to the mountain's highlights.

Sample itinerary

• 08:30 – Hotel pickup in Mount Emei city; drive to the mountain gate (approx. 30 mins).
• 09:00 – Take the shuttle bus to Leidongping (approx. 2 hours), then walk 20 minutes to the cable car station.
• 11:30 – Ascend by cable car to the Golden Summit. Visit the 48-meter Samantabhadra statue, the Golden Hall, and enjoy panoramic views.
• 13:00 – Descend by cable car and shuttle bus to Wannian Temple parking lot. Lunch at a local restaurant (own expense).
• 14:30 – Visit Wannian Temple, then walk down to the Ecological Monkey Area (approx. 30 mins).
• 16:00 – Observe and interact with the monkeys (keep a safe distance).
• 17:30 – Return to Mount Emei city and drop off at your hotel.

Good to know

Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a light jacket—the summit can be 10-15°C cooler than the city. The cable car may be crowded on weekends and holidays; your guide will adjust timing to avoid peak hours. Monkeys can be bold: keep food and shiny objects out of sight.

Highlights

• Ascend to the 3,077m Golden Summit by shuttle bus and cable car for panoramic views of the Himalayas on clear days.
• Explore Wannian Temple, a 1,600-year-old Buddhist temple famous for its brick hall and bronze elephant statue.
• Encounter the playful Tibetan macaques at the Ecological Monkey Area along the trail.
• Enjoy a private, flexible itinerary with hotel pickup and drop-off in Mount Emei city.

What’s included

• English-speaking guide
• Private air-conditioned vehicle
• Entrance tickets to Mount Emei
• Shuttle bus and cable car tickets (round trip)
• Bottled water and travel insurance

What’s not included

• Personal expenses and gratuities (tips)
• Meals arranged on your own outside the itinerary
• Optional activities and attractions not listed in the itinerary
• Compensation for damage or loss caused by personal reasons

Pickup & meeting point

Hotel pickup in Mount Emei city area, around 8:30 am.