• Chengdu - Meet the driver in the lobby of your downtown Chengdu hotel for a private transfer to the Railway Station. Board the morning train to Chongqing, which takes approximately 1.5 hours.

Upon arrival in Chongqing, meet the local tour guide and head directly to the Dazu Rock Carving.

• The Dazu Rock Carvings - The Dazu Rock Caves, also known as Dazu Rock Carvings, feature over 50,000 sculptures and inscriptions carved into cliffs and rock faces. These intricate carvings depict Buddhist, Taoist, and Confucian themes, highlighting the rich cultural heritage of ancient China. Spanning over a thousand years, these carvings offer a unique insight into the spiritual and artistic evolution of Chinese society.

Spend 2 hours here with the tour guide to explore. A private tour allows exploration at your own pace, ensuring a more intimate and serene experience. Feel free to ask questions if needed.

• Ciqikou (Porcelain Port) - After lunch at a local restaurant, discuss the historical highlights and attractions you wish to see with the knowledgeable guide, who will help plan an itinerary according to your interests.

Consider visiting Ciqikou Old Town. With a history of 1700 years, Ciqikou is renowned for its porcelain production during the Ming and Qing Dynasties. Take your time to stroll around the village with the tour guide, who will explain the histories and stories along the way. Discover three notable attractions of the village: tea bars, artists’ studios, and Shu Embroidery workshops. Purchase unique souvenirs, with the tour guide offering advice on negotiating prices.

• Three Gorges Museum - Alternatively, visit the Three Gorges Museum.

The Three Gorges Museum is the largest monographic museum and a public undertaking for the preservation, education, and scientific research of cultural relics and the natural environment of Chongqing and the Three Gorges area.

Follow the tour guide to explore 4 different displays housing more than 180,000 collections.

• Chaotianmen Square - Alternatively, visit Jiefangbei Square. As the busiest and most prosperous business district in West China, Jiefangbei Square is a multifunctional dining, retail, and entertainment center with restaurants, boutiques, cafes, and bars of international standards. Follow the tour guide to explore the area and feel free to taste delicious snacks at the food street.

If you have already visited some of these places before and want to try something different, feel free to discuss with the tour guide where to go. You can choose attractions or activities based on your interests: Chongqing Zoo, Hongya Cave, E’ling Park, General Joseph W. Stilwell Museum, or Chaotianmen Square.

After the tour, you will be transferred to the railway station for the return trip to Chengdu, where the driver will pick you up and take you back to your hotel in Chengdu.

• Round trip 2nd class train tickets between Chengdu and Chongqing
• English speaking tour guide
• Travel by private vehicle
• Entrance fees
• Lunch

• Gratuites

Take a delightful day trip from Chengdu to explore the Dazu Rock Carvings and the highlights of Chongqing City via a round-trip bullet train. This tour offers a rich and varied experience, highlighting the extensive history and culture of China. Discover ancient rock carvings that have stood the test of time and admire the contemporary skyline of Chongqing, gaining a comprehensive insight into China’s historical and modern-day narrative.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.