4-Day Chongqing Tour with Wulong Karst and Dazu Rock Carvings

4 Days Round trip from Chongqing (Jiangbei International Airport Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Wander the glowing Hongya Cave, the riverside stilted complex that inspired Spirited Away.
  • 02 Marvel at the Liziba monorail slicing through a residential building - the city's top photo spot.
  • 03 Explore Wulong Karst, a UNESCO natural wonder filmed in Transformers: Age of Extinction.
  • 04 Discover the Dazu Rock Carvings, a UNESCO World Heritage site over 1,000 years old.
  • 05 Taste authentic Chongqing hot pot, the city's signature dish.

From Chongqing's neon-lit "8D" skyline to 1,000-year-old Buddhist grottoes and the karst peaks of a Hollywood blockbuster, this 4-day private journey captures the essence of the mountain megacity. Explore UNESCO-listed Wulong Karst and the Dazu Rock Carvings, experience iconic city sights such as Hongya Cave, Ciqikou, and Liziba, and end with the city's legendary hot pot. It is a well-rounded introduction to Chongqing's urban energy, natural wonders, and spiritual heritage.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Included · Luxury
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
City Chongqing

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Chongqing and Hongya Cave by Night

  • Arrival: Arrive at Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) or Chongqing North Railway Station, where your guide and driver will greet you with a name board and transfer you to your downtown hotel.

  • Evening: Visit the illuminated Hongya Cave, an 11-storey stilted building complex cascading down the Jialing River bank.

  • Viewpoint: Cross to Qiansimen Bridge for a postcard skyline view, then stroll the riverside promenade as the neon lights come alive.

  • Optional: Jialing River night cruise.

  • Meals: -

  • Overnight: Chongqing downtown

2
Day 02

Wulong Karst and the Three Natural Bridges

  • After breakfast: Depart for Wulong Karst (approx. 3 hrs by private vehicle).

  • Activity: Descend into the Three Natural Bridges, a trio of colossal limestone arches spanning a lush gorge, famously featured in Transformers: Age of Extinction and Curse of the Golden Flower.

  • Lunch: Local lunch.

  • Activity: Continue to the Longshuixia Fissure Gorge, a dramatic chasm of narrow cliffs and waterfalls.

  • Return: Return to Chongqing in the late afternoon.

  • Meals: B, L

  • Overnight: Chongqing

3
Day 03

Dazu Rock Carvings and Baodingshan

  • Morning: Travel to Dazu (approx. 2 hrs) to visit the Dazu Rock Carvings, a UNESCO World Heritage site dating back to the Tang and Song dynasties.

  • Activity: Explore Baodingshan, the finest of the Dazu sites, home to the monumental Reclining Buddha and the exquisite Thousand-Hand Guanyin.

  • Guide: Your guide will bring the Buddhist stories behind these masterpieces to life.

  • Lunch: After lunch.

  • Optional: Optional visit to the Beishan site or the Dazu museum before returning to Chongqing.

  • Meals: B, L

  • Overnight: Chongqing

4
Day 04

Ciqikou, Liziba and Farewell Hot Pot

  • Morning: Start the day in Ciqikou Ancient Town, a Ming-and-Qing-era riverside quarter of stone lanes, teahouses, and street snacks.

  • Transport: Ride Monorail Line 2 to Liziba, where the train famously passes right through a residential building - a must-see photo stop.

  • Lunch: Farewell Chongqing hot pot lunch (mild and vegetarian options available).

  • Transfer: Transfer to the airport or railway station.

  • Note: Best with an afternoon or evening departure; the order of visits can be adjusted for earlier flights.

  • Meals: B, L

  • Overnight: -

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Chongqing (Jiangbei International Airport 1 city · 4 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver

  • Licensed English-speaking guide throughout

  • Entrance tickets: Three Natural Bridges, Longshuixia Fissure Gorge, Baodingshan

  • 3 nights' accommodation with daily breakfast

  • 2 lunches and 1 hot pot lunch as listed

  • Bottled water daily

  • 24/7 on-trip support

What's Not Included

  • International and domestic flights/train tickets

  • China visa

  • Meals not listed and all drinks

  • Optional activities (e.g. night cruise, Beishan, Fairy Mountain)

  • Personal expenses and gratuities

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes

  • Light clothing

  • Sun protection

  • Umbrella

Know before you go

  • Visa: China's 240-hour (10-day) visa-free transit applies to Chongqing, and many nationalities enjoy full visa-free entry. Please check the latest policy for your passport.

  • Walking: The itinerary involves moderate walking, stairs, and slopes - comfortable shoes are essential.

  • Weather: Chongqing is humid; bring light clothing, sun protection, and an umbrella.

  • Payments: Major hotels and stores accept international cards; carry some cash for small vendors.

  • Itinerary: Times are approximate and may be adjusted for weather, traffic, or local conditions.

  • Pace: Fully customizable - extra days, a slower pace, or a Yangtze River cruise extension can be arranged.

  • Meeting & Pick-up: Days 2-4 departures include pick-up from your downtown Chongqing hotel.

  • Final timings: Confirmed with you 24 hours before departure.

  • Accommodation: Hotels are subject to availability; equivalent alternatives will be provided.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Meet and greet at Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport (CKG) or Chongqing North Railway Station - look for the name board.
Tour start
Chongqing (Jiangbei International Airport, CKG / Chongqing North Railway Station)
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 days finish where they began, in Chongqing (Jiangbei International Airport.

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Estimated room rates

Single Room $1,850.00 — $1,900.00
Double Sharing $900.00 — $1,000.00
Triple Sharing $780.00 — $880.00

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