Private, fully customizable Chongqing tours to Hongya Cave, Wulong Karst and the Dazu Grottoes — plus Yangtze River cruises departing from Chaotianmen Dock. Local English-speaking guides, 24/7 support and free itinerary design.
If you are looking for a great overview of Chongqing’s most famous sights, rich cultural heritage, and the fascinating “8D City” urban landscape, our Chongqing tours are the perfect choice. All our English-speaking guides are not only local experts but also your keys to discover hidden corners of this “futuristic mountain city”, from iconic landmarks like Hongya Cave and the light rail passing through a building, to authentic hotpot restaurants, busy night markets, and traditional tea houses.
In addition to its city highlights, travelers in the know usually plan their Chongqing tours with a Yangtze cruise, to admire the otherworldly natural beauty and authentic ancient treasures along the Three Gorges.
If you want to go out of the city, a personal travel consultant can help you craft a short adventure to Wulong Karst Landscape or a multi-city China trip including Chongqing.
City & Cruise4 DaysDiscover Chongqing's urban highlights before boarding a Yangtze River cruise through the magnificent Three Gorges, with shore excursions to ancient cultural sites.
Wulong & Avatar Mountains6 DaysRide a monorail through a residential building, hike beneath giant natural stone bridges, then ride glass elevators and skywalks among Zhangjiajie’s towering sandstone pillars.
Karst, Carvings & City5 DaysDiscover the UNESCO-listed Dazu Rock Carvings' ancient Buddhist artistry, then explore Wulong's Three Natural Bridges and Fairy Mountain's alpine meadows.
Karst Landscape4 DaysThis 4-day tour combines Chongqing’s urban highlights, including Hongya Cave and Liziba Monorail, with Wulong’s spectacular karst landscapes, featuring the Three Natural Bridges, Longshuixia Fissure Gorge, and Furong Cave.
Full 8D experience3 DaysExperience Chongqing's unique urban landscape including the light rail through buildings, then explore UNESCO-listed Wulong Karst Park with its Three Natural Bridges.
Twin-City Highlights6 DaysSavor Sichuan cuisine and culture while exploring pandas, the Leshan Giant Buddha, and Chongqing's dramatic layered cityscape.
Buddhist Art2 DaysExplore Chongqing's vibrant mountain city landmarks and the magnificent UNESCO-listed Dazu Rock Carvings with their intricate Buddhist cave art spanning centuries.
City Icons & Night Views2 DaysRide the Liziba light rail through a building and the Yangtze River Cableway, then explore the Three Gorges Museum, Ciqikou Ancient Town, and Hongyadong’s glowing hillside nightscape.
City & Karst2 DaysExperience Chongqing's unique urban landscape from Ciqikou ancient town to Hongya Cave's night lights, then explore Wulong's massive natural bridges.
City Highlights1 DaySpend a day exploring Chongqing's essence — from Ming-Qing Ciqikou Ancient Town to the iconic light rail through buildings and Hongya Cave's illuminated stilted houses.
Karst Landscapes1 DayVenture from Chongqing to Wulong Karst National Park to explore the Three Natural Bridges, deep sinkholes, and waterfalls before unwinding at Fairy Mountain's alpine meadows.
Nature & Culture2 DaysExplore Wulong's Three Natural Bridges and Fairy Mountain's alpine meadows, then cruise the emerald Wujiang Gallery and discover Jiuli Ancient City's Miao cultural treasures.
Just about 1-2 hours by high-speed train, Chengdu and Chongqing are easy to combine in one trip. Check our guide to the Chengdu to Chongqing bullet train for schedules and station tips. A combo tour of these two cities offers a seamless way to enjoy pandas, traditional teahouses, Sichuan food, futuristic skylines, and vibrant city streets. Not sure which city fits you better? Read our Chengdu vs Chongqing comparison, or jump straight to our Chengdu & Chongqing trip planner.
62-min bullet trainMeet giant pandas in Chengdu and explore Chongqing's riverside ancient town and illuminated Hongya Cave on this four-day private trip.
With Yangtze cruiseVolunteer with pandas at Dujiangyan, admire the Leshan Giant Buddha, then cruise the Yangtze through stunning Three Gorges scenery.
In addition to the classic Yangtze River cruise route between Chongqing and Yichang, our Chongqing Yangtze cruise tours also include the 6-day cruise from Chongqing to Wuhan. The 4-day, 3-night downstream route from Chongqing to Yichang is the most popular option — see our full guide to the Chongqing to Yichang cruise. The upstream route from Yichang to Chongqing typically takes an additional day; details are in our Yichang to Chongqing cruise guide. For more cruise options, please refer to the 2026 China Yangtze River cruise.
Discover Chongqing's urban highlights before boarding a Yangtze River cruise through the magnificent Three Gorges, with shore excursions to ancient cultural sites.
Combine Wulong's spectacular karst natural bridges with a classic Yangtze River cruise through the Three Gorges, capped by the monumental Three Gorges Dam.
Cruise the Yangtze River from Chongqing to Wuhan through the magnificent Three Gorges, explore Fengdu Ghost City and Baidi City, and marvel at the world's largest hydroelectric project at Three Gorges Dam.
Chongqing is not only the gateway to the Yangtze River, but also an important hub on many comprehensive China itineraries. Combining Chongqing with many other iconic destinations across China, the following tours are carefully designed to offer you a rich blend of diverse cultures and history, unique natural gems, delicious food, and authentic encounters with local life.
Golden Triangle + Yangtze CruiseTour Beijing's imperial landmarks and Xi'an's warriors, then embark on a 3-night Yangtze River cruise through Three Gorges before Shanghai's gardens and skylines.
Golden Triangle + Yangtze CruiseRide a train through a building, descend into stone canyons, shape clay warriors with your own hands, and walk lantern-lit Tang streets after dark.
Imperial Past to Modern SkylineWalk the Great Wall, face the Terracotta Warriors, cruise through the Three Gorges, and explore Shanghai's vibrant Bund waterfront in one comprehensive journey.
Cyberpunk to Avatar PeaksJourney through Southwest China’s most dramatic landscapes, from Chongqing’s futuristic skyline to deep ethnic culture in Guizhou and the gravity-defying peaks of Zhangjiajie.
All the Must-sees in One TripJourney from Beijing's Forbidden City to Shanghai's skyline, with Terracotta Warriors, panda volunteering, Chongqing nights, and a scenic Yangtze River cruise.
Pandas + Avatar peaksA comprehensive journey from Beijing's Forbidden City through Xi'an's warriors, Chengdu's pandas, Chongqing's stilted houses, Zhangjiajie's Avatar peaks to Shanghai's skyline.
Golden Triangle + Guilin + GorgesVisit China's Golden Triangle of Beijing, Xi'an, and Shanghai on this 13-day tour, with added highlights of a Li River cruise in Guilin and a Yangtze River voyage through the Three Gorges.
Ancient Waters, Floating MountainsA 10-day tour from Chongqing's vibrant streets and Yangtze River cruise through Three Gorges to the floating mountains of Zhangjiajie.
Are you looking for a perfect Chongqing city highlight tour? Perhaps you are seeking a deeper insight into local life through guided walks and cultural encounters? Or maybe you are planning an adventure to the Wulong Karst Landscape or other spectacular destinations around Chongqing. Browse our Chongqing tours by theme and get in touch to begin planning your next adventure.
City Icons1 DaySpend a day exploring Chongqing's essence — from Ming-Qing Ciqikou Ancient Town to the iconic light rail through buildings and Hongya Cave's illuminated stilted houses.
Karst Wonders1 DayVenture from Chongqing to Wulong Karst National Park to explore the Three Natural Bridges, deep sinkholes, and waterfalls before unwinding at Fairy Mountain's alpine meadows.
UNESCO Grotto Art1 DayDiscover the UNESCO-listed Dazu Rock Carvings at Baodingshan, featuring vivid Buddhist, Taoist, and Confucian stone reliefs in Dafowan's U-shaped cliff gallery and the peaceful Shengshou Temple.
Spicy Bites & Night Lights1 DayTaste bold numbing-spicy Chongqing Jianghu dishes on a guided food walk, then explore the city's iconic night views from Kuixing Tower's glass walkway to the illuminated stilted complex of Hongya Cave.
Cityscapes & Natural Wonders2 DaysExperience Chongqing's unique urban landscape from Ciqikou ancient town to Hongya Cave's night lights, then explore Wulong's massive natural bridges.
City Highlights & Grotto Art2 DaysExplore Chongqing's vibrant mountain city landmarks and the magnificent UNESCO-listed Dazu Rock Carvings with their intricate Buddhist cave art spanning centuries.
City Icons1 DaySpend a day exploring Chongqing's essence — from Ming-Qing Ciqikou Ancient Town to the iconic light rail through buildings and Hongya Cave's illuminated stilted houses.
Karst Wonders1 DayVenture from Chongqing to Wulong Karst National Park to explore the Three Natural Bridges, deep sinkholes, and waterfalls before unwinding at Fairy Mountain's alpine meadows.
UNESCO Grotto Art1 DayDiscover the UNESCO-listed Dazu Rock Carvings at Baodingshan, featuring vivid Buddhist, Taoist, and Confucian stone reliefs in Dafowan's U-shaped cliff gallery and the peaceful Shengshou Temple.
Spicy Bites & Night Lights1 DayTaste bold numbing-spicy Chongqing Jianghu dishes on a guided food walk, then explore the city's iconic night views from Kuixing Tower's glass walkway to the illuminated stilted complex of Hongya Cave.
Cityscapes & Natural Wonders2 DaysExperience Chongqing's unique urban landscape from Ciqikou ancient town to Hongya Cave's night lights, then explore Wulong's massive natural bridges.
City Highlights & Grotto Art2 DaysExplore Chongqing's vibrant mountain city landmarks and the magnificent UNESCO-listed Dazu Rock Carvings with their intricate Buddhist cave art spanning centuries.
Karst + Carvings + CityDiscover the UNESCO-listed Dazu Rock Carvings' ancient Buddhist artistry, then explore Wulong's Three Natural Bridges and Fairy Mountain's alpine meadows.
Alpine Meadows + City IconsVisit Wulong's Fairy Mountain alpine meadows and the karst wonder of Three Natural Bridges, then return to explore Chongqing's urban landmarks and vibrant nightlife.
8D city + Hidden WondersExplore the secretive 816 Nuclear Project underground, marvel at Wujiang's red canyon cliffs, and discover Wulong's Three Natural Bridges and Fairy Mountain's grassy alpine landscape.
Art Toys + Graffiti + 8DExplore China's largest graffiti art street, unbox surprises at POP MART, and ride the Yangtze cable car for panoramic views of rivers converging beneath you.
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In brief, Chongqing is famous for its unique terrain, hotpot, and its role as the gateway to the Three Gorges.
Its magical “8D” terrain makes it home to unique scenes unlike anywhere else in China, like the dense multilayered overpasses and the famous light rail passing through a building.
Chongqing Hotpot is regarded as the origin of spicy hotpot in China. You can find an authentic hotpot restaurant in every corner of this city.
Chaotianmen Dock serves as the departure point for most Yangtze River cruises.
Usually, we recommend planning about 2 to 3 days to explore the city highlights of Chongqing. If you would like to extend your trip to nearby attractions such as the Wulong Karst area and the Dazu Rock Carvings, 4 to 5 days are recommended. With 5-6 days, you can also enjoy a quick city highlights trip with a Yangtze River cruise.
For kids, Chongqing is like a multi-layered urban playground. Experiencing the city’s unique transportation system is an adventure in itself, including the Liziba Light Rail that passes through a building, the Yangtze River Cableway, and Asia’s longest Crown Escalator.
You can also take your children to Chongqing Zoo, where they will be fascinated by the cute giant pandas.
Chongqing is the birthplace of hot pot. Our guide to the best hot pot restaurants in Chongqing covers local favorites, price ranges and how to order. If you want it arranged for you, our Chongqing food and night view tour includes a guided hot pot dinner and a two-river night cruise.
Chongqing East Railway Station connects to downtown via Metro Line 4 and Line 10. See our Chongqing East Railway Station guide for exit numbers, taxi ranks and transfer tips. Most of our Chongqing city tours include hotel pickup, so you can skip the transfer entirely.
The most popular route is between Chongqing and Yichang, with the downstream trip taking 4 days and 3 nights and the upstream trip taking 5 days and 4 nights. There are also cruises from Chongqing to Wuhan, Nanjing and Shanghai, taking 6-12 days.
Along the journey, you can relax on the deck while enjoying spectacular scenery of the Three Gorges.
Shore excursions are also rewarding, such as Fengdu Ghost City, the ingenious wooden architectural marvel of Shibaozhai, the White Emperor City, boat trip to tranquil Goddess Stream, and the Three Gorges Dam Ship Lift.
The most popular cruise companies among international visitors are
Victoria Cruises, Century Cruises, President Cruises, and Changjiang Cruises. All these companies offer international-style services, as well as both Chinese and Western cuisine. Most cruises provide English speaking or bilingual tour guides for the excursions.
Yes, it is very convenient. Chongqing is a transportation hub in southwest China and a popular tourist destination. It is easily accessible by flights and high-speed trains from almost all major cities in China.
Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport is the main gateway to the city. To visit Wulong Scenic Area, you can also fly to Wulong Xiannüshan Airport. By high-speed train, you can reach the city via Chongqing North Station, Chongqing West Station and Shapingba Station.
To avoid traffic congestion, the metro and light rail are undoubtedly the best options. For many visitors, the city’s unique monorail system is also a highlight of their Chongqing tours. Taxis are more suitable for short-distance travel within the city.
Chengdu and Chongqing are connected by efficient transport options. The high-speed train from Chengdu to Chongqing takes only about 1–2 hours. Combining these two cities in one trip is an efficient way to see pandas, Sichuan teahouses, and Chongqing's futuristic skyline.
Both high-speed trains and flights connect Shanghai and Chongqing. Read our Shanghai to Chongqing trains guide for timetables and station tips, or let us arrange the transfer as part of a Chengdu & Chongqing tour.
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