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Welcome to Chongqing, the “Mountain City”! Famous for spicy hot pot and stunning night views, it’s also the gateway to Yangtze River cruises.
Upon arrival, your guide will greet you and start your city tour. First, visit Liziba Station, where the light rail passes through residential buildings—your guide will take you to the best viewpoints.
Next, explore Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street, a lively area filled with shops, restaurants, and street food.
As night falls, visit Hongya Cave, a vibrant spot with stilted buildings, snack streets, bars, and cafés. From the top, enjoy breathtaking views of the Yangtze and Jialing Rivers.
Finally, your guide will take you to Chaotianmen Dock for your Yangtze River Cruise check-in between 18:00 and 20:00.
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Your Yangtze River cruise starts with a morning Tai Chi class on deck, a relaxing exercise with slow movements and deep breathing.
Afterward, join a lecture on the Yangtze River’s history and culture while enjoying coffee and stunning river views.
In the afternoon, visit Shibaozhai Pagoda, a 12-story, 56-meter-tall wooden tower. Inside, see a white jade relief of Guan Yu from the Three Kingdoms period. Climb to the top to explore the 400-year-old Hall of Heavenly Kings.
End the day with a welcoming banquet, featuring local cuisine and cultural performances.
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Today, sail through the stunning Three Gorges—Qutang, Wu, and Xiling—with towering peaks and lush greenery along the river. Keep your camera ready for breathtaking views!
Later, switch to a smaller boat to explore Shennv Stream, a scenic valley with pristine nature and Tujia ethnic performances.
In the evening, return to the cruise for the Captain’s Farewell Party, featuring music, dance, and farewell toasts.
For an optional tour, visit White Emperor City, known as “Poetry City.” This historic site inspired poets like Li Bai and Du Fu, offering spectacular river views (extra fee).
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After breakfast, check out and disembark at Maoping Port. Your guide will take you to the Three Gorges Dam, a remarkable engineering wonder.
Climb Tanzi Ridge (262m) for a panoramic view, then visit the 185 Viewpoint for a closer look.
After the tour, take a bus to Yichang Three Gorges Center Cruise Terminal, then a driver will escort you to the airport for your flight.
Your 4-day Chongqing & Yangtze River Cruise tour ends here.
Safe travels! Flights from Yichang connect to Beijing, Xi’an, Shanghai, and more.
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Chongqing Hotpot – The city’s signature dish, featuring spicy, numbing broth with fresh meats and vegetables. Chongqing Spicy Noodles – A simple but flavourful spicy noodle dish served with scallions, chili oil, and Sichuan pepper. Chongqing Grilled Fish – Fresh fish grilled and soaked in spicy, flavourful sauces Chongqing Bingfen – Refreshing local dessert, perfect for cooling down after indulging in spicy Chongqing cuisine
The ideal times to visit Chongqing are typically in Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November). During these seasons, the weather is comfortable, featuring pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, perfect for exploring the city and nearby attractions.
Yes, generally, a visa is required to visit Chongqing. However, the city offers a 144-hour Visa-Free Transit policy, allowing travelers from specific countries to stay in Chengdu and other designated areas of Sichuan Province for up to 144 hours (6 days) without a visa, provided they meet the eligibility criteria and have onward travel plans to a third country or region. Our travel experts can assist you in verifying the latest information on visa requirements, ensuring a smooth trip to China.
Hongya Cave: Famous for its night view and dazzling lights Ciqikou Ancient Town: Well-preserved ancient town with Ming and Qing dynasty architecture Jiefangbei CBD: Explore luxury shopping, local brands and street food Yangzte River Cableway: Cable car ride offering panoramic views of Chongqing’s skyline and the mighty Yangtze River Pipa Yuan Chongqing Hotpot: Biggest hot pot restaurant in the world on a whole mountain
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Yangtze Cruise must go!
Willow Yu –
Was skeptical about the Yangtze cruise at first, but did not regret getting on that cruise, the gorges, omg it is wonderful, never thought that chongqing had such beauty.
Hongya Cave
Kimmy Chen –
Finally got to see Hongya Cave. It really just looks like the photos online, so no CAT-FISHING!!