Vibrant Cities and Beyond
While Beijing, Xi'an, and Shanghai may be household names for many travelers, Chongqing and Chengdu offer a more off-the-beaten-path adventure into the heart of Southwest China.
On this 7-day journey, immerse yourself in the unique charm of China's 8D city, discover breathtaking natural landscapes, and uncover hidden cultural gems. From adorable pandas to mouthwatering local cuisine, this trip promises an unforgettable experience.
Our itineraries are customizable to suit your preferences. Whether you want to explore other parts of Sichuan or embark on a Yangtze River cruise, we can tailor the perfect trip for you.
Suggested Chongqing and Chengdu Itinerary
| Day | Highlights |
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| 1-4 Chongqing |
Chongqing city Highlights, Wulong Karst, and Dazu Rock Carving |
| 5-6 Chengdu |
Panda and Chengdu city highlights |
| 7 | Chengdu departure |
Tour Highlights
Marvel at the Famous 8D City of China
Delve into high-rise "Mountain City" Chongqing. Witness the amazing city constriction such as the train going across the building.
Discover the Incredible Limestone Landscape Picked by Hollywood Movie
Visit Wulong for the unique and beautiful mountains and caves. Enjoy a relaxing cruise.
Meet Buddha's Gaze and Feel the Inner Peace
Appreciate the breathtaking grottoes. Experience the art of the religion and discover the scenes of life in ancient China.
Meet the lovely pandas in the Panda Breeding and Research Center
It is best to go early in the morning to see the pandas feeding at around 9:30am, when they are most active during the day.
Feel Enthusiasm of Sichuan people and the Charm of Their Local Delicacies
Enjoy a hot pot meal in hot pot's hometown and local snacks.
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In Beijing for 3 days. Laura is our private tour guide. She is amazing and very detailed oriented. She is also knowledgeable and always able to answers all our questions. Everything is taken care of by her from the moment we step into Beijing. Totally worry free. This is a amazing trip . She had also arranged a surprise for us once we know we came to China for our honeymoon, she arranged my wife to have traditional costume fitted so that we can have a memorable time at summer palace and greatwall. The pictures turned out amazing, and she helped us take so many great shots. At the end of the trip, she even surprised us with a small token gift, which was unexpected and very touching and sweet. Thank you for your warmth and sincerity, it's clear that she loves her job. Highly recommended to book with China Highlights. The entire process was great, and the staff is very responsive, very warm, very kind and helpful. more
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special time in Beijing
great time in Beijing ! Our guide Ethan was amazing . Our flight arrived late at night and as soon as we got our bags we saw his smiling face . He always had great ideas of places to go and extra things to do at night. He even organized a celibration for our wedding aniversary on the great wall of China, imagine coming to the top of the wall and finding flowers,wine & and a banner saying ``Happy Aniversary`` truely a once in a lifetime event . thank you Ethan & China highlights more
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Suggested Itinerary
Here is a suggested itinerary. We are happy to customize a tour according to your interests.
Your personal guide and driver will greet you and pick you up at the airport or at the entrance of the train station.
Start your city tour with the stories of the old Chongqing. Visit Huguang Guild Hall on the bank of Yangtze River. Learn the history of the Yangtze River region and its economic development.
Then walk around Hongyadong which is a typical style of the residential houses but now it is a busy place for shopping and tasting the local snack.
Walk around the Goose Neck Park where you will see the local people playing Mahjohng and Chinese chess. Find the trail of the history on the building of the former Embassies and the old mansion of Chiang kai-shek.
Witness a light-rail train going through a residential building. And then experience the cable car going across the Yangtze River. Exploring Longmenhao Old Street to discover the character of Chongqing in the Republic of China era.
Ascend a famous skyscraper for unbelievable night views of the city after enjoying an authentic hot pot dinner.
Drive to Wulong in the morning.
Wulong Karst is a stunning example of southern China's karst landscape, boasts three natural stone arch bridges and two enormous sinkholes. This geological wonder is recognized as the world's largest natural bridge group and the second largest sinkhole cluster. You can explore the approximately 3km-long scenic area via flat walking paths at the valley bottom.
Explore the Furong Cave. It is not just a cave but an expansive underground world of vertical shafts and horizontal passages. Alongside the Mammoth Cave in the US and the Clamouse Cave in France, it's one of the world's largest and most complex cave systems.
Enjoy a relaxing cruise on Furong River before driving back to Chongqing.
Have day tour to the Dazu Rock Carvings. It is a masterpiece of late Chinese stone cave art, stand as a testament to over a millennium of artistic and spiritual devotion. Begun in 650 AD, these carvings, with their 50,000 statues and countless inscriptions, offer a profound exploration of Buddhism, Taoism, and Confucianism.
Take a bullet train to Chengdu after visiting Dazu Rock Carving.
Visiting the city's panda base can be a challenge as it is easily accessible and has various animals. We've designed a smart route to try best to beat the crowds while matching the pandas' active period as much as possible for you.
If you travel in late summer, you will have a chance to see baby pandas.
Explore the city in the afternoon. Visit Wenshu Monastery. Have a glimpse at the practicing monks and worshiping locals. End you day with a local snack hunting on Jinli Ancient town and taking photos of the huge statue of a panda.
Enjoy a private transfer to the airport for your flight to the next destination or back home.
Hotel Selection
—the Icing on the Cake
Boutique hotels are recommended to enrich your travel experience.
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