Chongqing & Yangtze Three Gorges 5-Day Tour: Urban Wonders & River Scenery

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Overview

  • Duration:5 days 4 nights
  • Travelers:15 guests
  • Tour Type:Daily tour, Group tour, Package tour, Private tour
  • Language:English, French, German, Italian
At QgoChina, we design expertly crafted, hassle-free tours that connect you with the true essence of China. Backed by 27 years of local expertise, our journeys cater to every travel style, from 1-to-3-day Quick Escapes in iconic cities like Beijing and Shanghai, to epic 30-day Panoramic Deep Tours that span multiple geographic zones and 5,000 years of civilization.
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Highlights

  • 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).

Includes/Excludes

  • Transportation: Private driver with air-conditioned car (one seat per person), Yangtze Three Gorges cruise (double room).
  • Accommodation: 4 nights’ stay in 4-star/4-diamond hotels (Chongqing) and Yangtze Three Gorges cruise double rooms (2 people per room; solo travelers need to pay a single room supplement).
  • Meals: 4 breakfasts and 5 lunches/dinners (breakfasts are provided by the hotel/cruise, no refund if not used; lunches and dinners are served in the cruise restaurant, no refund if not used).
  • Tickets: Main entrance tickets for Fengdu Shuanggui Mountain and Shennuxi Stream.
  • Guide Service: Licensed English-speaking guide for Chongqing city tour and Yichang pick-up; cruise service staff arranged by the cruise company for the Yangtze Three Gorges part.
  • Insurance: Travel agency liability insurance (strongly recommended to purchase travel accident insurance by yourself).
  • Customer Service: 7×24H customer hotline during the trip.
  • Single Room Supplement: Required for solo travelers (non-refundable; if one person stays in a designated hotel/cruise room alone, a single room supplement must be paid).
  • Meals: Additional lunches and dinners beyond the included ones (average cost: USD 8-15 per person per meal).
  • Gratuities: Recommended (USD 3-5 per person per day).
  • Travel Accident Insurance: Strongly recommended to purchase by yourself.
  • Internal Scenic Transport: Fees for cable cars, eco-friendly buses, electric cars, etc., within each scenic area.
  • International Airfare: Cost of international flights.
  • Visa Fees: Cost of entry visa.
  • Personal Expenses: Snacks, souvenirs, and other personal consumption.

Cancellation policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Chongqing Arrival + Free Time

  • Transportation: Private air-conditioned car
  • Meals: None
  • 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.

(photo by Kunkun Zhang)

Day 2: Chongqing Urban Tour + Yangtze Cruise Departure

  • Transportation: Private air-conditioned car, Yangtze cruise
  • Meals: Breakfast (hotel-provided), Dinner (on cruise)
  • 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.

李子坝轻轨穿楼图（署名 彭镛）

(photo by Yong Peng)

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】. Feel the city’s prosperity. Later, wander to 【Bayi Road Food Street】. Indulge in local delicacies.

(Image by Peng Yong)

(Image by Peng Yong)

In the evening, arrive at 【Hongyadong】.  Take photos of the stunning night view.

(Image by Peng Yong)

After that, head to 【Chaotianmen Wharf】.

Board the cruise to start the unforgettable Yangtze River journey.

Day 3: Fengdu Shuanggui Mountain + Cruise Activities

  • Transportation: Cruise
  • Meals: Breakfast (on cruise), Lunch (on cruise), Dinner (on cruise)
  • Accommodation: Yangtze Three Gorges cruise double room

Day 4: Cruise Through Three Gorges + Shennvxi Stream + Evening Show

  • Transportation: Cruise, Small boat (for Shennuxi Stream)
  • Meals: Breakfast (on cruise), Lunch (on cruise), Dinner (on cruise)
  • 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.

Day 5: Three Gorges Dam + Departure from Yichang

  • Transportation: Cruise, Private air-conditioned car
  • Meals: Breakfast (on cruise)
  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

What to bring

Comfortable shoes
Sunglasses
Hat
Umbrella
- Camera
- Sunscreen
- Insect repellent
- Cash
- Jacket

Do I need a visa to participate in your tours?

Most foreign nationals require a visa to enter China. However, recent visa-exemption and 144-hour transit policies apply to several countries. We provide all the necessary itinerary documentation, such as hotel confirmations and official letters, to seamlessly support your visa application process.

How should I handle money and payments during the trip?

China operates as a highly cashless society. While major hotels accept international credit cards, standard daily transactions are handled via mobile devices. We recommend downloading Alipay or WeChat Pay and linking your international credit card prior to arrival for seamless payments.

How flexible are the daily itineraries?

Our private tours are structured to optimize your time at major historical and cultural sites, but they are not rigidly locked. Because you are traveling with a private guide, reasonable on-the-ground adjustments can be made to accommodate your pacing, interests, and schedule preferences each day.

Extra Services

Airport transfers

Seamless, private pick-up and drop-off services to keep your schedule on track and ensure a stress-free start and end to your trip.

$30.00/person

Childcare services

Trusted, professional local care for your children, giving you the freedom to attend meetings or enjoy a quiet evening with complete peace of mind.

$65.00/person

Photography

Hire a professional local photographer to capture high-quality images of your journey, perfect for preserving personal memories or building your personal brand.

$22.00/package

Souvenir package

A curated selection of premium, authentic Chinese keepsakes, saving you time spent shopping while guaranteeing excellent quality.

$30.00/package
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