Chongqing City & Yangtze Discovery Tour

Spicy hotpot, futuristic skyline, and the legendary Yangtze River — a private Chongqing experience.

Trip Overview

Chongqing is a city like no other — a megacity built on mountains where the Yangtze and Jialing Rivers meet. Explore the dramatic skyline, ride the famous cableway, eat the original Chongqing hotpot, and discover the Dazu Rock Carvings, a UNESCO World Heritage site just outside the city.

Trip Highlights

• Chongqing skyline from the iconic cableway
• Original Chongqing hotpot dinner
• Hongya Cave and Ciqikou Ancient Town
• Dazu Rock Carvings (UNESCO, 9th century)
• Yangtze River night cruise (optional)
• Private guide and vehicle

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Chongqing

Airport pick-up. Evening walk along the Yangtze riverside. Optional Yangtze night cruise with skyline views.

Day 2 – City Tour & Hotpot

Ride the Chongqing Cableway. Visit Hongya Cave, Ciqikou Ancient Town, Eling Park. Evening: authentic Chongqing hotpot dinner.

Day 3 – Dazu Rock Carvings

Day trip to Dazu — 9th-13th century Buddhist carvings, UNESCO site. Return to Chongqing in the evening.

Day 4 – Departure

Museum visit or free time. Airport transfer.

What’s Included

• Private English-speaking guide




• Private vehicle




• Entrance fees




• 3 nights accommodation




• Daily breakfast




• Hotpot dinner on Day 2




• Airport transfers

What’s Not Included

• Flights




• Visa fees




• Lunch and dinner (except hotpot)




• Yangtze night cruise (optional)




• Travel insurance




• Tips

Best Time to Travel

Best: March–May & September–November. Summer is hot. Winter is misty and atmospheric.

Frequently Asked Questions

How spicy is the food?

Famously spicy with Sichuan peppercorn. Non-spicy options are available — just let your guide know in advance.