Chongqing Tours 2026: Private City Tours & Yangtze Cruise Tours
Chongqing City is Chinaās new urban star where cultural traditions and modern outlook collide. Chinese people have given it many nicknames, āthe City of Mountainsā for its terrain, āthe City of Fogā for its climate, āthe City of Bridgeā for urban planning, āthe City of Hot Springsā for its natural resources, and of course, āthe City of Hot Potā for its famous culinary tradition. It is also known as āthe City of Riversā because the Yangtze River and Jialing River meet here.Ā Those in the know usually plan their Chongqing tours with Yangtze Cruise, to admire the natural beauty and authentic ancient treasures of China.
How to Plan Chongqing Tours
Best Time to Visit
March to May and September to October are the best times to visit Chongqing for comfortable weather. Just avoid the first weeks of May and October, which are golden weeks in China, seeing large crowds in popular attractions in Chongqing. Though the relatively damp and cold in winter, it is the off-peak season, offering cheaper accommodation and fewer crowds. The quite hot weather and busy summer vacation make summer months, especially July and August, not a good choice to embark on a trip.
Start a Yangtze River Cruise from Chongqing
As the starting point of the popular downstream Yangtze River cruise, most travelers visit Chongqing for the 4 days and 3 nights sightseeing cruise to Yichang. To combine a Chongqing city tour with the cruise, you can plan for about 4-5 days ā spending a half or a whole day to explore Chongqingās highlights before you sit back on the board to enjoy scenic beauty. Along the way, you can expect several shore excursion opportunities.
Extend Your Chongqing Tours
From Chongqing, besides Yangtze Cruise tours, you can also travel to Chengdu, Jiuzhaigou, Zhangjiajie, Tibet, and many other popular destinations. With first-hand, local expertise, we will create your own tailor made trip to Chongqing. You will have a wonderful and affordable journey in this fascinating city.
Best Chongqing Tours
The most popular private Chongqing city tours with/without Yangtze Cruise are favorite choices for those who wish to check out the must-see attractions in Chongqing and Yangtze. From the stunning natural bridges of Wulong Karst Geological Park and the man-made contribution of Three Gorges, to the brilliant Dazu Rock Carvings and Hongya Cave for Chongqing night view, youāll soak up Chongqing’s distinctive tradition, and breathtaking landscapes.
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Explore the highlights of the āMountain Cityā of Chongqing & enjoy the most classic Yangtze River tour.
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This tour of Chongqing combines nature adventure and cultural essence of Chognqing: Wulong Karst, the old town of Ciqikou, Eling Park, and Hongya Cave.
Take highlights of Chongqing day tour before boarding a Yangtze River: explore ancient Chongqing history and culture and visit the Three Gorges Museum.
Visit three natural bridges and alpine meadow scenery, take a boat ride to see lush green Wujiang Gallery, immerse in the Miao ethnic culture in Chiyou Jiuli City.
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2 days private Chongqing tour itinerary is perfect for culture lovers to explore city highlights and Dazu Rock Carvings.
This Chongqing tour includes a short trip to the Wulong Karst National Geopark and the most classic cruise on the Three Gorges of the Yangtze River.
The 3-day Chongqing Tour will take you to the Hongya Cave, Three Gorges Museum and Chongqing Rail Transit. Also venture to Wulong Karst National Geological Park.
During the 4 hours, you will have an authentic taste of Chongqing Jianghu cuisine and learn about how it was shaped while unveiling the stunning skyline that defines Chongqing nightlife.
Chongqing Small Group Tours
Welcome to join us in discovering the magic of Chongqing with our expertly curated Chongqing group tours. From iconic cityscapes to hidden cultural gems, our small group adventures will offer authentic experiences while exploring this 8D magic metropolis.
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Chongqing is known as the 8D Magic City. This 4-day group tour will take you to experience modern trends, urban atmosphere, and Zen.
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This 5-day group tour of Chongqing deeply integrates the magical landscape of the mountain city with the natural wonders of culture.
Combining the magical city of Chongqing with natural wonders: Fairy Mountain, Tiansheng Sanqiao, Eighteen Ladder, Laojun Mountain…
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Witness rails through buildings, see karst wonders, and chase neon-lit alleys. From glass cliffs to trendy toy hunts, experience Chongqingās 8D magic ā where nature beauty meets urban charm in 5 days.
Designed specifically for fashionable and trendy people. See how abandoned factories have been transformed into art districts, appreciate huge works of art…
A comprehensive China group tour package of culture experience, panda encounter and Avatar Mountain exploration.
China Yangtze Cruise Tours with Chongqing
Traversing through the top destinations of China from Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, Guilin, Chengdu, Chongqing, Yangtze River, Zhangjiajie, to Tibet, our Yangtze Cruise tours offers a rich experience of diverse cultures and history, unique natural gems, delicious food, and real life experiences. Make the most out of your time with superb local guides and drivers.
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This 6-day China Yangtze River Tour combines giant panda base, Chongqing city tour, authentic local foods, and relaxing Yangtze cruise.
From ancient wonders of Beijing and Xian to tasty local cuisines of Chongqing and Chengdu, plus panda encounter and Yangtze cruise this holiday package will let you explore Chinaās iconic attractions.
Explore Chinaās Golden Triangle and Yangtze River: the Great Wall, Forbidden City, Terracotta Army, Yangtze cruise…
Embark the Yangtze River cruise from Chongqing to Yichang. Enjoy great foods, stunning views and exclusive activities on board.
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It blends panda volunteer tour, Leshan Giant Panda, Chongqing city tour, and Yangtze cruise with Shibaozhai Pagoda.
A life-time journey for you to travel from Beijing and Xian, to Tibet and Chengdu, then embark the Yangtze Cruise at Chongqing wharf, and disembark in Shanghai.
Start your China Yangtze cruise tour from Shanghai, docking in Chongqing, Continue your trip to Xian and Beijing for all big-name attractions.
The tour package encapsulates within itself all best tourist destination, and promises cultural immersion, history richness, a wide range of natural gems.
Chongqing Side Trips
If youĀ wish to extend your Chongqing tour to nearby cities and destinations, Look no further. Chengdu, Jiuzhaigou, Mount Emei, Guilin, Zhangjiajie, Xian, Beijing await you on the following fantastic itineraries.
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Discover the highlights in these two cities: panda base, Leshan Giant Buddha, Ciqikou Ancient Town, Dazu Rock Carvings, Museum of General Joseph Stilwell, Hongya Cave…
The package tour of Chongqing and Chengdu takes you to giant panda research center, Leshan Giant Buddha, Ciqikou Ancient Town, Museum of General Joseph Stilwell…
Explore the natural wonders of Guilin, Chongqing city highlights, and the cultural richness of the Yangtze River on this 7-day adventure.
Begin in Chongqing, explore the ancient charm of the city, and then board a Yangtze River cruise. Later, discover Zhangjiajieās captivating landscapes.
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One Week China tour blends the imperial grandeur of Beijing with the majestic landscapes along the Yangtze River.
Marvel at the Terracotta Warriors, bike the Ancient City Wall, and walk the Muslim Quarter. Journey to Chongqing for a Yangtze River Cruise.
The most breathtaking natural landscapes of China, the diversity of its ethnic cultures, and the great difference between old customs and modern city life.
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From Chongqing to Wuhan, Three Kingdoms history, Fengdu Ghost City, Feng Yan San Guo performance, the magnificent Three Gorges, the pristine Shennv Stream, Three Gorges Dam…
FAQs on Chongqing Tours
What is Chongqing famous for?
In brief, Chongqing is famous for the unique terrain, hotpot and gateway to the Three Gorges. The most outstanding feature is definitely the 8D magical terrain. During the tour, you will see the wonder of the light rail passing through the building, the rooftop is also the road and even the overpass has five levels. Your map always does not work. Another highlight that I have to mention is the hotpot, it is a must-try. Chongqing Hotpot is the origin of spicy hot pot. Besides, Chongqing is an important starting point for aĀ Yangtze River cruise.
How many days do you need in Chongqing?
Usually, we recommend to plan for about 2-3 days to cover highlights within Chongqing City.Ā 4-5 days will be needed if you want to extend the trip to the nearby Wulong Karst and Dazu Rock Carvings.
What are the most popular things to do in Chongqing with kids?
For kids, Chongqing is a giant three-dimensional amusement park. Experiencing the special transportation itself is an amusement project, including the Li Ziba Light Rail that passes through buildings, the Yangtze River Cableway, and Asiaās longest Crown Escalator. Or take your kid to Chongqing zoo. He will be attracted by the cute pandas there.
How long is the Yangtze River cruise from Chongqing? What to see along the river?
It varies from 4 days to 12 days based on the routes. The most classic Chongqing ā Yichang Route takes 4 days and 3 nights. Along the way, the core attractions are the Three Gorges: Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge and Xiling Gorge. All feast your eyes on splendid but different natural scenery. Of course, there are cultural scenic spots. In Fengdu Ghost City, you will have a rough understanding of Chinese culture of ghosts and gods. Shibaizhao is a characteristic wooden architecture built against a mountain.
What are the most recommended cruise companies for a Yangtze Cruise Starting from Chongqing City?
The Victoria Cruises, Century Crusies, President Cruises, and Changjiang Cruises are allĀ popular among foreign tourists.Ā They areĀ a choice of quality and safety. Passengers can enjoy internationalized services and both Chinese and Western cuisines. Visitors can also expectĀ a rich variety of entertainment activities on the cruise and many shore excursions. Most cruises will provide an English or bilingual tavel guide for the shore excursions.
Is Chongqing easily accessible from other cities in China?
It is very convenient. As the transportation hub for southwest China and a hot tourist city, Chongqing airport and train stations have many direct flights and bullet trains to/from almost all the major cities in China.
How to get around Chongqing?
It is recommended to combine metro, light rail and taxi. To avoid traffic jams, metro and light rail are undoubtedly the first choices, by which you can easily travel in this mountain city. Taxi is more recommended for short-distance travel.
What are the best day trips from Chongqing?
The Three Natural Bridges in Wulong is strongly recommended. It is the shooting place of the movie Transformers 4 and a world natural heritage. The huge natural stone bridges will offer you a visual shock. Besides, the Dazu Rock Carving, a world cultural heritage, is also a popular destination, where the exquisite Buddhist art is displayed.
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