THE JOURNEY
Overview
Discover one of China’s most fascinating cities on this private 3-day Chongqing journey.
Experience the famous light rail passing through a residential building at Liziba, explore the historic streets of Ciqikou, ride across the Yangtze River, and see the spectacular nighttime skyline around Hongya Cave.
With private transportation and a professional English-speaking guide, this compact itinerary introduces you to Chongqing’s unique architecture, local life, food, and mountain-city atmosphere.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT
Trip highlights
See Chongqing’s famous Liziba light rail
Explore the traditional streets of Ciqikou Ancient Town
Ride the iconic Yangtze River Cableway
Discover Chongqing’s unique mountain-city streets
Visit Jiefangbei in the heart of downtown Chongqing
Experience the spectacular Hongya Cave at night
Taste authentic Chongqing hotpot and local specialties
Private transportation and English-speaking guide
YOUR ITINERARY
Day by day
A thoughtfully paced journey with room to explore, relax and experience each place properly.
Arrival → Jiefangbei → Hongya Cave
Meet your guide and driver at Chongqing airport or railway station and transfer to your hotel.
Begin your Chongqing experience around Jiefangbei, the lively commercial heart of the city.
As evening falls, walk toward Hongya Cave and enjoy one of Chongqing’s most famous nighttime views, with illuminated traditional-style buildings rising dramatically above the river.
Liziba → Ciqikou Ancient Town → Yangtze River Cableway → Mountain City
After breakfast, visit Liziba to see Chongqing’s famous monorail passing directly through a residential building.
Continue to Ciqikou Ancient Town and explore its traditional streets, local shops, teahouses, and food stalls.
Later, experience the Yangtze River Cableway and discover Chongqing from above before exploring some of the city’s steep streets, stairways, and distinctive hillside neighborhoods.
In the evening, you can enjoy an authentic Chongqing hotpot experience.
Local Neighborhood → City Viewpoint → Departure
Spend your final morning exploring a local Chongqing neighborhood and experiencing the everyday side of this extraordinary mountain city.
Depending on your departure time, visit a city viewpoint or enjoy some free time for shopping and local food.
Your private driver will then transfer you to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport or railway station.
WHAT'S INCLUDED
Included in your journey
PLEASE NOTE
Not included
BEFORE YOU GO
Good to know
The itinerary may be adjusted according to your arrival and departure times, attraction opening hours, weather, traffic conditions, and local circumstances.
Chongqing is a mountainous city with many slopes, stairs, and uneven walking areas. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
During busy travel periods, the order of attractions may be adjusted to provide a more comfortable experience.