Chongqing & Chengdu 6-Day Tour: City Highlights, Leshan Giant Buddha, Mount Emei & Panda Base
Discover the Best of Chongqing and Chengdu with UNESCO Heritage, Giant Pandas, and High-Speed Rail Travel
Experience two of Southwest China’s most iconic destinations on this six-day private journey. Explore Chongqing’s spectacular mountain city landscapes before traveling by high-speed train to Chengdu to visit the UNESCO-listed Leshan Giant Buddha and Mount Emei. Complete your adventure with a visit to the Dujiangyan China Giant Panda Garden and Chengdu’s historic streets.
Tour Highlights
- Explore Chongqing’s most iconic city landmarks
- Ride the famous Yangtze River Cableway
- Enjoy panoramic city views from the 131 Observation Deck
- Visit Hongya Cave
- Experience the immersive Bayu Banquet cultural dinner
- Travel comfortably by high-speed train between Chongqing and Chengdu
- Visit the UNESCO-listed Leshan Giant Buddha
- Explore the sacred Mount Emei
- See giant pandas at the Dujiangyan China Giant Panda Garden
- Visit Yangtianwo Square
- Stroll through Kuanzhai Alley
- 90-minute traditional Chinese massage
Itinerary
Day 1 | Arrival in Chongqing
Arrive in Chongqing and meet your private driver at the airport or railway station.
Transfer to your hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.
Overnight: Chongqing
Day 2 | Chongqing City Highlights
08:00–08:30 | Transfer to Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street
Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street
08:30–09:30
Visit Chongqing’s bustling commercial center, home to the People’s Liberation Monument and surrounded by shopping streets, restaurants, and modern skyscrapers.
09:30–10:00 | Transfer to Liziba Monorail Station
Liziba Monorail Station
10:00–10:30
Watch the famous monorail pass directly through a residential building, one of Chongqing’s most iconic attractions.
10:30–11:00 | Transfer to Ciqikou Ancient Town
Ciqikou Ancient Town
11:00–12:00
Stroll through the historic streets lined with traditional architecture, local snacks, teahouses, and artisan shops.
12:00–13:00 | Lunch Break
Free time for lunch.
13:00–13:40 | Transfer to Yangtze River Cableway
Yangtze River Cableway
13:40–14:10
Ride the famous cableway across the Yangtze River and enjoy spectacular aerial views of Chongqing’s skyline.
14:10–14:30 | Transfer to 131 Observation Deck
131 Observation Deck
14:30–15:00
Take in breathtaking panoramic views of Chongqing’s dramatic cityscape and rivers.
15:00–15:20 | Transfer to Hongya Cave
Hongya Cave
15:20–16:50
Explore Chongqing’s famous stilt-house complex, known for its traditional architecture, riverside setting, and vibrant atmosphere.
16:50–17:30 | Transfer to Bayu Banquet
Bayu Banquet Experience
17:30–20:50
Enjoy an immersive cultural dinner featuring traditional Chongqing cuisine, welcoming ceremonies, and live performances celebrating Bayu culture.
Overnight: Chongqing
Day 3 | High-Speed Train to Leshan Giant Buddha
08:00–10:00 | High-Speed Train to Leshan
Travel comfortably by high-speed train from Chongqing to Leshan.
Leshan Giant Buddha
Explore the world’s largest stone Buddha statue, a UNESCO World Heritage Site carved into a riverside cliff during the Tang Dynasty. Admire this remarkable engineering and religious masterpiece from multiple viewpoints.
Overnight: Leshan / Emeishan
Day 4 | Mount Emei
08:00–09:00 | Transfer to Mount Emei
Mount Emei
Spend the day exploring one of China’s Four Sacred Buddhist Mountains and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover ancient temples, beautiful forests, and breathtaking mountain scenery while experiencing the spiritual atmosphere of this legendary destination.
Overnight: Chengdu
Day 5 | Panda Base & Chengdu Highlights
08:00–12:00 | Transfer to Dujiangyan China Giant Panda Garden
Dujiangyan China Giant Panda Garden
13:00–15:00
Visit one of China’s leading panda conservation centers and observe giant pandas in a spacious natural environment while learning about ongoing conservation efforts.
12:00–13:00 | Lunch Break
Free time for lunch.
15:00–15:40 | Transfer to Yangtianwo Square
Yangtianwo Square
15:40–16:30
Visit the lively public square famous for its giant selfie panda sculpture, one of Dujiangyan’s most popular photo spots.
16:30–17:30 | Transfer to Kuanzhai Alley
Kuanzhai Alley
17:30–18:30
Explore Chengdu’s historic alleyways, where traditional courtyard houses blend with boutique shops, teahouses, and local restaurants.
18:30–20:00 | High-Speed Train to Chongqing
Return to Chongqing by high-speed train.
Massage Experience
After the tour, enjoy a 90-minute traditional Chinese massage and sample local Chongqing snacks.
Overnight: Chongqing
Day 6 | Departure
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.
Transfer to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport or the railway station according to your departure schedule.
Your Southwest China adventure comes to an end.
What’s Included
- Admission tickets (Yangtze River Cableway, 131 Observation Deck, Leshan Giant Buddha, Mount Emei, and Dujiangyan China Giant Panda Garden)
- High-speed train tickets between Chongqing, Leshan, and Chengdu as specified in the itinerary
- Five nights’ hotel accommodation
- Daily hotel breakfast
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Chinese-speaking driver providing basic travel assistance
- Fuel, highway tolls, and parking fees
- Bottled drinking water
- Travel insurance
- English online customer support
- Driver gratuities
Optional Upgrade
- English-speaking tour guide service (if selected at the time of booking)
- Bayu Banquet cultural dinner
- 90-minute traditional Chinese massage
The standard package includes a Chinese-speaking driver. The driver provides transportation and basic travel assistance but does not accompany guests inside the attractions.
What’s Not Included
- Lunches and dinners (except for some group tours; please contact customer service for details).
- International airfare and visa fees
- Personal expenses
Duration
6 Days / 5 Nights
Departure
Chongqing
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