Sichuan province is one of the biggest provinces in China, covering an area of 485000sqkm.It possesses beautiful rivers and mountains as well as a rich diversity of plants and animals. Presently, 5 sites in 4 areas, which include Jiuzhaigou, Huanglong, Wolong and Mt. Emei are inscribed in the Man and the Biosphere Preservation Network and the UNESCO World Natural and Cultural Heritage Lists. In addition, Sichuan has 9 national scenery areas,11 national forest parks and 50 national reserves. Of particular interest is Sichuan's western region which is the transition area between the Sichuan Basin in the east and the Qinghai-Tibetan Plateau in the west. It abounds with lofty snow-capped peaks, rivers and alpine forests. An old saying states that " four seasons can be found on one mountain, as the weather can vary within five kilometers". 85% of the world's endangered Giant Pandas are found here the "Home of the Giant Panda". Because of its well preserved ecological environment. It is a haven for eco-toursim.

With the improvement of transportation and communication in recent years, Sichuan's toursim industry has developed rapidly. Accommodation conditions have also improved. During the 99' China Eco-tourism Year, Sichuan is planning to host various tourist activities, including hiking, mountain climing, trekking, rafting, skiing and cultural activities suh as festivals including the flower fair, wine fair. Also in the works is a plan to introduce a series of eco-tourist routes such as "Giant Panda Viewing" ect. We warmly welcome our guests come to visit the beautiful mountains and rivers in Sichuan with our open arms.

Eco-Tour Routes in Sichuan

• Jiuzhaigou, Huanglong Dreamland Tour: 3-6days
• Highlights:the water project colorful lakes, water falls, the grassland, the world natural heritages.
• Wolong,Fengtongzhai Giant Panda Eco-Tour: 5-12 days
• Highlights: natural reserves, snow mountains, panda breeding and research bases,national forest parks.
• Mt. Emei & Mt. Wawu Tour: 5-12 days
• Highlights: the world cultural and natural heritages, national forest parks, nature reserves, the Grand Buddha.
• Mt. Gongga, Conch Valley Glacier forest Park Toir:5-8 days
• Highlights: plateau lakes, horse-racing, mountain-climbing, glacier forest, hot spring
• Zigong & Shunan Bamboo Sea Tour: 4-7 days
• Highlights: Dinosaur Museum, Bamboo forest, well-known Sichuan wine
• Jianmen Pass & Ancient Eco-projects Tour: 3-5 days
• Highlights: Ancient bronze vessels with 4000 years at Sanxingdui, Confucinist and Taoist tempels, stone-carvings, odd pass, ancient artificial cypress forest.
• Chengdu Eco-Tour: 2-7 days
• Highlights: snow-covered mountains, nature reserves, birds island, national forest parks, panda breeding centre, Mt. Qingcheng
• Daocheng-Yading Eco-Tour in Southwest Sichuan: 8-10 days
• Highlights: plateau lake, the grassland, nature reserves, various interesting local customs
• Shunan Bamboo Sea