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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Beijing in a day
My partner found this company and booked with ease and no hassle. From start to finish we have been so looked after, upon arrival in Beijing after a train from Shanghai we were met by our guide Selinda. She has been amazing through out the day, flexible with times. She showed us the best place to get some food and then taking us to and from the Great Wall was filled with information and little facts. Plenty of time was given to explore the wall and then we were taken for some dumplings to revive us. Selinda made sure we were looked after and ensured we got back on the correct train. She made this trip so much less stressful and much more enjoyable. Would highly recommend this company for future use. more
Jan 2025, French-Biscuit14
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Great way to tour Beijing
My daughter and I toured Beijing with Selinda. She was prompt, professional, friendly, and helpful. We saw Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, and the Mutianyu Great Wall section. At each site she shared the history and offered suggestions of good places for pictures. She was attentive to us and made sure we had everything we needed. The driver was helpful and having him drop us off and pick us up was immensely helpful. We toured the Summer Palace with Jason and he also did a stellar job sharing interesting facts and information which gave us context and a greater appreciation of what we saw. Jason, like Selinda, did a splendid job suggesting good photo spots and always happily offered to take our picture for us. I highly recommend these two tour guides and the driver. This was a great way to see some of the tourist attractions in Beijing. more
Jan 2025, Chris
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Epic time in Beijing with Selinda Zhang
A huge shoutout to our most awesome tour guide Selinda Zhang!!! She is a walking talking encyclopaedia with a wealth of knowledge both historic and current. She made our visits to well preserved historical sites all the more interesting sharing architecture, literature, Chinese penmanship and poems to highlight the significance of each site we visited! She engages both adults and children and usually reticent kids were asking questions and learnt heaps about Beijing history this trip. We had an epic time in Beijing thanks to Selinda!! more
Jan 2025, Hwei ling C
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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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