🌟 Tour Highlights
- Minimum 4 travelers required – Enjoy a private tour with 4-star hotels, Yangtze Three Gorges cruise double rooms, dedicated English-speaking guide, and private air-conditioned car (one seat per person).
- Explore Chongqing’s iconic urban wonders: Liziba Light Rail Through Building, Hongyadong’s fairy-tale night views, Ciqikou Ancient Town, and Jiefangbei’s bustling business district.
- Experience the magnificent Yangtze Three Gorges: Cruise through Qutang Gorge, Wu Gorge, visit Shennuxi Stream, and marvel at the world’s largest water project – Three Gorges Dam.
- Hassle-free service: 7×24H customer hotline during the trip, pre-arranged airport pickup in Chongqing, and balanced itinerary (suitable for most healthy travelers).
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Transportation: Private air-conditioned car
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Meals: None
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Accommodation: Chongqing 4-star hotel
Your guide will call you before 21:00 one day prior to confirm pickup time and location. Please keep your phone accessible.
Upon arriving at Chongqing Jiangbei Airport, your guide will greet you with a sign with your name at the exit.
After meeting, the guide will introduce the itinerary and take you to the 4-star hotel for check-in.
The rest of the day is free – you can rest at the hotel or wander nearby streets to get a first taste of Chongqing’s urban style.
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Transportation: Private air-conditioned car, Yangtze cruise
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Meals: Breakfast (hotel-provided), Dinner (on cruise)
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Accommodation: Yangtze Three Gorges cruise double room
In the early morning, depart from the hotel and head to 【Liziba Light Rail Viewing Platform】.
Witness the unique wonder of rail transit passing through a building.
Next, visit 【Changjiahui Viewing Platform】.
Feel Chongqing’s charm as a “mountain and water city.”
Explore 【Danzishi Old Street】.
Experience a century of Bayu culture.
Then go to 【Ciqikou Ancient Town】.
Savor strong folk customs and local snacks.
In the afternoon, visit 【Jiefangbei】.
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Feel the city’s prosperity. Later, wander to 【Bayi Road Food Street】.
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Indulge in local delicacies.
In the evening, arrive at 【Hongyadong】.
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Take photos of the stunning night view.
After that, head to 【Chaotianmen Wharf】.
Board the cruise to start the unforgettable Yangtze River journey.
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Transportation: Cruise
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Meals: Breakfast (on cruise), Lunch (on cruise), Dinner (on cruise)
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Accommodation: Yangtze Three Gorges cruise double room
Wake up on the cruise and breathe in the fresh air by the river, enjoying the grandeur and tranquility of the Yangtze River.
After breakfast, go to 【Fengdu Shuanggui Mountain】.
Walk along the winding paths, appreciate natural beauty, and learn about local history and culture.
Return to the cruise at noon for a hearty lunch. Later, attend the Captain’s Welcome Reception.
Share travel experiences with fellow travelers. During the afternoon tea time, savor exquisite pastries and mellow tea.
The cruise continues to sail, and the scenery on both sides of the river unfolds like a scroll, leaving you reluctant to leave.
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Transportation: Cruise, Small boat (for Shennuxi Stream)
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Meals: Breakfast (on cruise), Lunch (on cruise), Dinner (on cruise)
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Accommodation: Yangtze Three Gorges cruise double room
The cruise sails through 【Kuimen - Qutang Gorge】.
As the west gate of the Yangtze Three Gorges, it is famous for its precipitous and majestic scenery. You can clearly see the strange rocks and ancient plank road relics on the cliff walls, which seem to tell stories of thousands of years.
Arrive at Shennuxi Stream Wharf and take a small boat to slowly sail into 【Shennvxi Stream】.
The cruise then sails through 【Wu Gorge】.
The magnificent scenery comes into view gradually.
After dinner, go to the 【Cruise Evening Show】.
Actors wear gorgeous costumes and dance on the stage, perfectly combining traditional and modern art, adding infinite charm to this wonderful night.
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Transportation: Cruise, Private air-conditioned car
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Meals: Breakfast (on cruise)
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Accommodation: None
In the early morning, disembark from the cruise and take a private car to 【Three Gorges Dam】.
This world’s largest water conservancy project is amazing. Standing on the top of the dam, you can overlook the grand scene of the entire reservoir and feel the perfect combination of human wisdom and natural power. Later, the guide will lead you to visit the core area of the dam, explain its construction process and functional role, allowing you to deeply understand the great significance of this project.
After the visit, take a car to Yichang Railway Station or Airport to prepare for your return journey. Thus, your pleasant 5-day Chongqing + Yangtze Three Gorges tour comes to a successful end. May this trip leave you with beautiful memories, and we look forward to meeting you again in this magical land.
✅ What’s Included & Excluded
💡 Useful Tips
- Booking Rule: This tour requires minimum 4 travelers – solo booking is allowed only if you pay the single room supplement.
- Booking Preparation: Provide your phone number and flight details when booking. The guide will confirm pickup via call before 21:00 one day prior to the trip.
- Terrain Note: Chongqing is a mountain city with many slopes and stairs. A basic level of walking ability is required to adapt to the terrain.
- Clothing Suggestion: Wear comfortable walking shoes and light layers. Chongqing has a humid climate; carry a small umbrella or raincoat.
- Food Note: Chongqing food is famous for being spicy. If you don’t like spicy food, ask for “less spicy” (shao la) at restaurants.
- Cruise Tips: On the cruise, follow the staff’s arrangements for activities. Keep your valuables safe during the trip.
- Visa Help: We can provide a tour invitation letter if you need it for your China visa application.
📅 Booking Information
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Price: From USD 999 per person (varies by travel date, group size, and selected hotel/cruise; based on 4-person sharing).
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Booking Deadline: Book at least 45 days in advance. For last-minute bookings (≤72 hours), contact us to check availability.
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Cancellation Policy:
- Cancel 15 days or more before departure: 10% cancellation fee (90% refund)
- Cancel 7-14 days before departure: 50% cancellation fee (50% refund)
- Cancel within 6 days before departure: 100% cancellation fee (no refund)
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Suitable For: Healthy travelers who love nature and cultural exploration, especially suitable for family trips, friends gatherings, or couples’ vacations. The itinerary has a moderate pace, covering mountain city features and cultural experiences, requiring a certain walking ability to adapt to Chongqing’s hilly terrain.
