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This 5-day journey blends the dramatic landscapes and dynamic energy of Chongqing with the laid-back elegance and culinary richness of Chengdu. From ancient riverside towns and glittering nightscapes to modern skyscrapers and panda sanctuaries, discover a side of southwestern China where tradition and modernity thrive side by side. You’ll sample authentic local flavors, explore cultural treasures, and still have the freedom to wander at your own pace.
Arrive at Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport, where a local driver will greet you with a warm welcome and transfer you to your hotel. Take the rest of the day to unwind after your journey. For the curious, an evening stroll reveals the first glimpses of this mountain city: steep alleyways lit by neon signs, the aroma of sizzling street food, and the mighty rivers glinting under the skyline.
Accommodation: Overnight in Chongqing
Meals: None
Begin the day at Liziba Station, where the light rail famously cuts through a residential tower—an urban marvel symbolic of Chongqing’s vertical cityscape. Continue to Ciqikou Ancient Town, a riverside settlement of teahouses, cobbled lanes, and time-honored snacks. Later, wander the vibrant Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street, the city’s commercial heart, before climbing Kuixing Tower, a historic monument of scholarship and wisdom. As night falls, immerse yourself in the magical glow of Hongya Cave, its stilted wooden houses cascading down the hillside, lanterns reflecting off the water.
Accommodation: Overnight in Chongqing
Meals: Breakfast, Welcome Dinner
After breakfast, board the high-speed train across the Sichuan Basin to Chengdu. Upon arrival, step into the city’s modern pulse: marvel at the soaring Chengdu Twin Towers, explore the luxury and design-forward SKP Vitality Tower, and soak in the creative vibe of Eastern Suburb Memory, a revitalized industrial complex turned cultural hub. Conclude at Taikoo Li, where historic courtyards meet high-end boutiques and stylish cafés, a perfect window into Chengdu’s blend of past and present.
Accommodation: Overnight in Chengdu
Meals: Breakfast
This morning, encounter China’s most beloved icon at the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, where bamboo groves and natural enclosures allow you to watch pandas in their playful routines. In the afternoon, wander Jinli Ancient Street, its narrow lanes alive with lanterns, shadow puppetry, and tempting Sichuan street food. Continue to Kuan Zhai Alley, a heritage district of broad and narrow lanes where traditional courtyards meet chic teahouses, capturing Chengdu’s timeless rhythm of leisure.
Accommodation: Overnight in Chengdu
Meals: Breakfast
Enjoy a free morning to linger in Chengdu at your own pace—sip tea in a shaded courtyard, browse local markets, or simply absorb the unhurried spirit of the city. At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport for your departure, carrying with you the flavors, sights, and stories of your southwestern adventure.
Accommodation: None
Meals: Breakfast
