Authentic Hotpot Experience
Savor a traditional Chongqing hotpot dinner with a local guide who explains the art of balancing Sichuan peppercorn and chili oil.
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Chongqing Mountain City Deep Exploration
Uncover the layers of China's most vertical metropolis — where ancient stilt houses cling to cliffs, spicy hotpot simmers on every corner, and the Yangtze carves through timeless karst landscapes.
Tour Highlights at a Glance
Route B takes you beyond the postcard views into the living heart of Chongqing — from UNESCO-listed rock carvings and subterranean karst wonders to the fiery rituals of Sichuan hotpot and the daily ballet of a monorail threading through apartment blocks.
Liziba Monorail & Mountain Transit
Ride the famous monorail that passes directly through a residential building — a perfect symbol of Chongqing's vertical ingenuity.
Certified Local Guides
Travel with bilingual, nationally certified guides who grew up in these streets and share stories you won't find in guidebooks.
4-Star Hotels & Comfort
Rest in carefully selected city-center hotels with river or mountain views, daily breakfast, and seamless luggage handling.
All-Inclusive Pricing
Transparent quotes with no hidden fees — entrance tickets, meals, accommodation, transport, and guide services included.
Wulong Karst & Dazu Carvings
Explore two UNESCO World Heritage treasures — dramatic limestone bridges and 800-year-old Buddhist cliff sculptures.
Your Day-by-Day Journey
Six days of vertical adventures, ancient stories, and flavors that linger long after you leave the mountain city behind.
Day 1
Arrival & First Impressions
Welcome to the Mountain City
Your guide greets you at Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport or the railway station. Transfer to your hotel in the Jiefangbei CBD, then stretch your legs with an orientation walk through the neon canyons of downtown.
- Private airport / station pickup
- Check-in at 4-star city-center hotel
- Evening stroll through Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street
- Welcome dinner featuring Chongqing xiaomian noodles
Tip: Keep your camera ready — Chongqing's skyline transforms into a sea of gold after sunset.
Day 2
Old Chongqing & the River
Stilt Houses, Cable Cars & Ancient Alleys
Descend into the layered history of Chongqing. Start at Ciqikou Ancient Town's Ming-dynasty lanes, then ride the Yangtze River Cableway for panoramic views before watching Hongyadong blaze to life after dark.
- Morning walk through Ciqikou Ancient Town's cobblestone streets
- Visit a traditional Sichuan tea house for a cup of covered-bowl tea
- Afternoon ride on the Yangtze River Cableway
- Explore the 11-story vertical maze of Hongyadong
- Evening photography session at Hongyadong riverside viewpoint
Meals include a classic Chongqing lunch at Ciqikou and your first authentic hotpot dinner.
Day 3
Wulong Karst Wonderland
UNESCO Nature & Underground Rivers
A full-day expedition to the Wulong Karst UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk beneath the towering Natural Three Bridges, descend into the Dragon Cave, and cruise the emerald waters of Furong River.
- Scenic 2.5-hour drive through Chongqing's countryside
- Guided hike beneath the Natural Three Bridges
- Explore Dragon Cave's stalactite chambers
- Boat cruise on the turquoise Furong River
- Overnight in Wulong with mountain-fresh air
Wear comfortable walking shoes with grip — the karst trails can be damp and uneven.
Day 4
Dazu Rock Carvings
800 Years of Stone Devotion
Return to Chongqing via the Dazu Rock Carvings, one of China's most important Buddhist art treasures. Marvel at the intricate details of the Baodingshan cliff sculptures before an evening of mountain-city transit wonders.
- Morning drive to Dazu (approx. 2 hours)
- Guided tour of Baodingshan Rock Carvings with art historian
- Return to Chongqing in the afternoon
- Experience the Liziba Monorail passing through a building
- Evening visit to Eling Park for sunset city views
Dinner tonight is a Sichuan peppercorn tasting menu — a masterclass in ma la flavor.
Day 5
Culture, Museums & River Cruise
Yangtze Stories & Urban Discovery
Dive deep into the region's history at the Three Gorges Museum, then board a Yangtze River sightseeing cruise for a water-level perspective of Chongqing's dramatic gorge setting.
- Morning visit to the Three Gorges Museum
- Walk through the People's Great Hall plaza
- Afternoon Yangtze River sightseeing cruise
- Explore the creative district at E-sport / Longmenhao Old Street
- Farewell hotpot dinner with your guide
The evening cruise offers the best angles for photographing Chongqing's illuminated bridges.
Day 6
Farewell & Departure
One Last Bowl of Noodles
Enjoy a leisurely morning with time for last-minute souvenir shopping at a local market. Your guide accompanies you to the airport or railway station, ensuring a smooth departure.
- Relaxed breakfast at the hotel
- Optional morning visit to a local wet market
- Last-minute souvenir shopping for Sichuan pepper and chili oil
- Private transfer to airport or railway station
Your guide will share a list of recommended Chongqing restaurants to bookmark for your next visit.
What's Included & What's Not
We believe in complete transparency. Here is exactly what your tour covers — and what you may want to budget for separately.
Tour Inclusions
- 5 nights accommodation in 4-star hotels (twin share)
- Daily breakfast + selected lunches and dinners as per itinerary
- Private air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver
- Licensed bilingual English-speaking guide throughout
- All entrance fees: Wulong Karst, Dazu Carvings, cableway, cruise
- Airport / railway station pickup and drop-off
- Travel insurance covering the tour duration
- 24/7 on-call support from China Made Yours
Not Included
- International or domestic flights to / from Chongqing
- Single room supplement (available on request)
- Personal expenses: laundry, phone calls, mini-bar
- Optional activities not listed in the itinerary
- Gratuities for guide and driver (recommended but voluntary)
- Visa fees and travel documentation costs
- Meals not specified in the itinerary
- Alcoholic beverages
Choose Your Travel Style
Every group is different. Select the option that fits your pace, privacy preference, and budget.
Small Group Tour
$899
per person, twin share
- Join 4–10 like-minded travelers
- Shared guide and vehicle
- Fixed departure dates
- All inclusions as listed above
Private Tour
$1,299
per person, twin share
- Dedicated guide and vehicle
- Flexible daily start times
- Customizable meal preferences
- All inclusions + priority reservations
Family / Custom
Quote
tailored to your group
- Bespoke itinerary adjustments
- Child-friendly pacing & activities
- Multi-generational comfort
- Special dietary & accessibility needs
Download the Full Itinerary
Get the complete day-by-day breakdown, packing checklist, hotel details, and emergency contacts in a beautifully designed PDF you can save or share with your travel companions.
Download PDF ItineraryRoute B Itinerary
6 Days · 5 Nights · PDF · 8.5 MB
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