Overview

This 5-day private journey combines the highlights of Chongqing and Chengdu, bringing together iconic city landmarks, local culture, food, giant pandas and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

With a combination of private transportation, high-speed rail and carefully selected city highlights, this itinerary is ideal for families, friends and private small groups who want to experience the essential highlights of Chengdu and Chongqing within five days.

Highlights

  1. Discover Chongqing's Iconic Cityscape.Experience Chongqing's most recognizable urban landmarks. Ride the Yangtze River Cableway, watch the light rail pass through the Liziba building and explore Hongyadong at night.

  2. Experience Chengdu's Modern & Traditional Sides.Experience several sides of Chengdu, from the fashionable shopping districts of Chunxi Road and Taikoo Li to the traditional lanes of Kuanzhai Alley and the creative industrial atmosphere of Dongjiao Memory.

  3. Meet the Giant Pandas.Visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding and observe giant pandas as they eat bamboo, climb and relax.

  4. Explore the Ancient Dujiangyan Irrigation System.Visit the Dujiangyan Irrigation System and admire the ancient engineering structures alongside the Min River. Discover how this historic irrigation system contributed to the development of the Chengdu Plain.

Itinerary

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Day 1 Arrival in Chongqing

Upon arrival in Chongqing, your private vehicle will transfer you to your city-center hotel.In the evening, enjoy a Two Rivers Night Cruise along the Yangtze and Jialing Rivers. From the water, admire the illuminated buildings, bridges and layered mountain-city skyline before returning to the hotel.

Transport: Private airport pick-up service
Accommodation: 4-Diamond Hotel in Downtown Chongqing

Day 2 Full-Day Chongqing City Exploration

begin a full day of Chongqing exploration. Start with the Yangtze River Cableway, crossing above the river while enjoying views of the city's hills and buildings. Continue to the Liziba viewing platform to see the light rail passing through the building. Then explore Eling 2nd Factory, a creative district developed from former industrial buildings. In the afternoon, visit the Three Gorges Museum to learn more about Chongqing's history and the culture of the Three Gorges region. In the evening, head to the Cloud Eye observation deck for panoramic views of the skyline and rivers. Finish the day at Hongyadong, where traditional-style buildings built along the hillside are illuminated at night.

Transport: Private vehicle
Accommodation: 4-Diamond Hotel in Downtown Chongqing
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3 Chongqing → High-Speed Rail → Chengdu

transfer to the railway station and take the high-speed train to Chengdu, with a journey of approximately 1.5 hours. Upon arrival, visit Dongjiao Memory, a creative and cultural district developed from former industrial buildings. Continue to Chunxi Road and Taikoo Li to experience Chengdu's modern shopping and lifestyle scene. In the evening, explore Kuanzhai Alley, where traditional lanes provide a glimpse into the slower rhythm of old Chengdu. Local snacks such as San Da Pao and sweet fried glutinous rice balls can be sampled along the way.

Transport: High-speed rail + Private vehicle
Accommodation: 4-Diamond Hotel in Chengdu
Meals: Breakfast

Day 4 Panda Base → Dujiangyan

visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding to observe giant pandas in their daily environment and learn about conservation and breeding efforts. Continue by private vehicle to Dujiangyan, where you can explore the historic irrigation system and enjoy views around the Min River. return to Chengdu in the afternoon or evening.

Transport: Private vehicle
Accommodation: 4-Diamond Hotel in Chengdu
Meals: Breakfast

Day 5 Chengdu → Departure

The final day is kept flexible according to your flight or train schedule. Enjoy some leisure time, shop for local souvenirs or try more Chengdu specialties before your private vehicle transfers you to Chengdu Airport or the railway station for your onward journey.

Transport: Private airport transfer
Accommodation: No Accommodation
Meals: Breakfast

Includes

Tour Guide:
Professional Chinese/English-speaking guide service throughout the journey.

Entrance Tickets:
First entrance tickets for all attractions listed in the itinerary.

Transportation:
Private vehicle service throughout the tour. Vehicle type will be arranged according to the number of travelers, ensuring each guest has a comfortable seat.

Accommodation:
Hotels listed in the itinerary. Hotel standards can be selected according to your preference, including 3-star to 5-star options.

Meals:
Breakfast included at hotels as indicated in the itinerary.

Service:
From the initial consultation to the end of your journey, our travel specialists provide one-on-one assistance and professional travel support throughout your China trip.

Excludes

Visa & Documents:
Visa fees and any personal travel documents required for entering China.

Optional Activities:
Optional experiences, activities or entertainment programs recommended during the tour.

Personal Expenses:
Expenses at hotels including laundry, telephone calls, minibar, drinks, alcoholic beverages, paid TV channels and other personal consumption.

Meals Not Mentioned:
Lunches, dinners and other meals not specifically included in the itinerary.

Others:
Additional expenses caused by unforeseen circumstances such as flight delays, transportation disruptions, strikes, weather conditions, natural disasters, mechanical problems, flight cancellations or schedule changes, as well as any costs not mentioned under “Price Includes”.

Trip Notes

1.Chengdu and Chongqing are urban destinations, and comfortable walking shoes are recommended.

2.Chongqing has a distinctive hilly terrain, so some sightseeing sections may involve stairs, slopes and walking.

3.The Yangtze River Cableway, Two Rivers Cruise and Cloud Eye observation deck may be affected by weather, local operations and visitor flow.

4.The visit to the Chengdu Panda Base should be arranged according to its actual operating schedule.


Days  Places Hotels/Accommodation Room/Nights
Day 1 Chongqing 4-Diamond Hotel in Chongqing Standard Room / 1 night
Day 2 Chongqing 4-Diamond Hotel in Chongqing Standard Room / 1 night
Day 3 Chengdu 4-Diamond Hotel in Chengdu Standard Room / 1 night
Day 4 Chengdu 4-Diamond Hotel in Chengdu Standard Room / 1 night
Day 5  Departure /
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