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14 Days in Emeishan

Two weeks gives Emeishan its full depth — the trek, the temples, the monastery and tea gardens — plus two Leshan days and two more on table-top Wawushan with Liujiang old town.

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Best time: April-May or September-NovemberBudget: mid-range

Quick Answer

Is 14 days enough for Mount Emei?

14 days lets you go beyond Mount Emei's core into neighborhoods, food markets, and one or two day trips at a relaxed pace.

Source: NihaoVisit Mount Emei guide

14-day Mount Emei itinerary at a glance

Use our full Mount Emei travel guide as the base and adapt it to 14 days. Keep the city's three signature attractions as the backbone; fill the rest with neighborhood walks, food markets, and an easy day trip.

Two-night ascent trailGolden Summit & WanfodingLeshan Giant Buddha & cliff tombsWawushan table mountainDafo Chan Monastery & tea gardens
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Day 1

Foot of the mountain

Baoguo Temple of 1615 and the cedar grove of Fuhu open the fortnight; maps, rain shells and trail intel from the museum desk.

Scenes from Mount Emei, China
  1. emeishan baoguo temple
  2. emeishan fuhu temple
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Day 2

Qingyin & Hongchunping

Valley streams, cliff slot and macaque zone to a first night at about 1,120 metres.

Scenes from Mount Emei, China
  1. emeishan qingyin pavilion
  2. emeishan yixiantian
  3. emeishan monkey zone
  4. emeishan hongchunping
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Day 3

Hongchunping to Xixiangchi

Some 15 kilometres of steps past the 99 Bends and Xianfeng Temple; simple lodgings at the elephant-bath pool.

Scenes from Mount Emei, China
  1. emeishan xixiangchi
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Day 4

To the Golden Summit

Leidong Ridge and Jieyin Hall to 3,079 metres and the 48-metre statue of 2006; sleep near the top for sunrise.

Scenes from Mount Emei, China
  1. emeishan golden summit
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Day 5

Wanfoding & down to Wannian

Dawn, then Wanfoding at 3,099 metres; cable down to the brick hall of 1601 and the bronze Samantabhadra cast in 980.

  1. emeishan wanfoding
  2. emeishan wannian temple
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Day 6

Monkeys & Qingyin again

An unpacked valley day — the macaque zone and twin streams at walking pace, with the hotspring quarter after dark.

  1. emeishan monkey zone
  2. emeishan qingyin pavilion
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Day 7

Dafo Chan Monastery & Luomu

The 45-hectare monastery complex and the old lanes of Luomu town.

  1. emeishan dafo chan monastery
  2. emeishan luomu ancient town
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Day 8

Leshan Giant Buddha day

An honest neighbouring-city day about 40 kilometres east: the 71-metre Buddha of 713-803 from the cliff stairs and again from a river boat.

  1. emeishan leshan giant buddha
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Day 9

Leshan — Wuyou Temple & cliff tombs

Across the river walk to Wuyou Temple and the Mahao cliff tombs cut for Han-dynasty burials some 1,800 years ago; evening back in Emeishan.

  1. emeishan wuyou temple
  2. emeishan mahao cave tombs
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Day 10

West to Wawushan

An honest neighbouring-county day, about two hours into Hongya county: a summit plateau rising to about 2,830 metres, crossed by shuttle bus and boardwalk.

  1. emeishan wawu mountain
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Day 11

Wawushan plateau day

A full day on the plateau — meadows, pools and the rim walkways — staying in the small town at the mountain's foot.

  1. emeishan wawu mountain
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Day 12

Liujiang old town & return

Stilt houses and covered bridges over the river in the morning, then the drive back to Emeishan by evening.

  1. emeishan liujiang ancient town
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Day 13

Tea gardens & hot springs

The mountain's tea gardens at picking pace and a long soak; pack the bags tonight.

  1. emeishan tea gardens
  2. emeishan hot springs
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Day 14

Museum & departure

A last museum pass for the panels you skipped, then the train or flight out of Emeishan or Leshan.

  1. emeishan museum

Budget for 14 days in Mount Emei

TierPer day14 days total
BackpackerUSD $50–$80USD $700–$1,120
Mid-rangeUSD $100–$200USD $1,400–$2,800
LuxuryUSD $300+USD $4,200+

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Frequently asked questions

What is the daily budget for Mount Emei?
Budget travelers: USD $50–$80/day. Mid-range: $100–$200/day. Luxury: $300+/day. These cover hotel, three meals, transit, and one paid attraction per day.
Do I need a visa to visit Mount Emei?
It depends on your passport — see our <a href="/china-visa-2026/">China visa guide</a> for the latest country-by-country list. Most Western passport holders can enter visa-free for 30 days as of 2026.
How do I get from the airport to the center of Mount Emei?
Mount Emei's main airport connects to the city center via airport bus, taxi, or metro where available. See the airport transfer section of our Mount Emei guide.
Can I use 14 days for both Mount Emei and a side trip?
Yes — with 14 days you can pair Mount Emei with one nearby city (e.g. a short rail or bus side trip) and still have buffer days.
Is Mount Emei safe for tourists?
Yes. Mount Emei has very low violent crime rates and is widely considered safe for foreign tourists. Standard petty-theft precautions apply. See our <a href="/is-china-safe-2026/">is China safe</a> page.

See also: Mount Emei travel guide, China visa 2026, China trip cost.