Chengdu Chongqing Tours: Pandas & Yangtze River Cruise
The two largest cities in western-central China, with passages to giant pandas and boasting Sichuan cuisine, Chengdu and Chongqing are the true gastronomic cities of China. By connecting with a two-hour high-speed train, you can witness a myriad of historical sites and experience interesting local lifestyles in a Chengdu Chongqing Tour.
What can you expect on a China trip to Chengdu and Chongqing? Apart from the adorable pandas, Leshan Giant Buddha, Mt. Emei, Dazu Rock Carvings, Ciqikou Ancient Town, the light rail shuttling through the body of a residential building, etc., from Chongqing Chaotianmen Port, you can hop on a Yangtze River cruise. Admire the many breathtaking natural scenes in leisure and marvel at the spectacular Three Gorges.
How to Plan a Chengdu and Chongqing Tour?
Best time to visit: spring (from March to May) and autumn (from September to November), when the weather is pleasant, and the scenery is beautiful. Although winter is cold, there are fewer tourists and you can enjoy the most delicious hot pot in winter.
Transportation: The distance between Chengdu and Chongqing is only about 300 kilometers. It takes about 1.5 to 2 hours by high-speed rail to travel from Chengdu to Chongqing.
How many days needed: Stay in Chengdu for 2-3 days to visit the Chengdu Giant Panda Breeding and Research Base, Jinli Old Street, Kuandiaoxi Alley, Leshan Giant Buddha, and People’s Park. Then head to Chongqing for 2-3 days to enjoy Hongya Cave, Jiefangbei, the Yangtze River Cableway, the Ceramic Town, and the Wulong Karst. If you have 4 more days, extend your Chengdu tour to Chongqing with a Yangtze Cruise to Yichang.
6 Best Chengdu Chongqing Tour Packages
See the very best of Chengdu and Chongqing on a guided tour with China Xian Tour. Choose from customizable private tours or escorted group experiences featuring giant panda encounters at the research base, authentic Sichuan cuisine tasting, and a scenic Yangtze River cruise. Our carefully designed itineraries blend cultural highlights, culinary adventures, and natural wonders for an immersive journey through Sichuanās most dynamic cities.
If youāre planning an exploration in Chengdu and Chongqing before embarking on a Yangtze River Cruise, this 4-day Chengdu-Chongqing private trip must be your ultimate choice.
If you plan to spend a leisurely week vacation in Chengdu and nearby areas, then this 6-day Chengdu to Chongqing tour is ideal! Chengdu, the leisurely ‘Land of Abundance’…
With this 6-day package tour, you will not only hike from Leshan Giant Buddha to E-mei Mountain, but also enjoy the best sights in Chengdu and Chongqing cities.
The Yangtze River is two of the most important rivers in China, and the Yangtze River Cruise has become a must-do thing for most travelers to China.
This 15-day China group tour package to Beijing, Xiāan, Chengdu, Chongqing, Zhangjiajie, Shanghai provide you with a deep experience of Chinaās natural beauty and traditional culture.
The 8 days tour of Chengdu and Chongqing provides you with an ideal experience that combines natural beauty, historical sites and energetic urban areas.
