Chongqing Sinkhole and City Culture Tour

• Arrive in Chongqing
  

• 4+stars Hotel

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Your exploration of the mountain city has officially began. Upon arrival, a chauffeured car will be waiting for you to take you to your hand-picked hotel. Conveniently located in the heart of the city, this hotel is the perfect place to rest and recuperate. After checking in, you are free to spend your time either relaxing in the hotel or strolling around the neighborhood to get a first taste of Chongqing's unique mountain townscape and cityscape. As night falls, why not take a stroll to the nearby night market to taste the authentic Chongqing snacks and reserve energy for the rest of the journey?

• Shancheng Alley - White Elephant Street - Sutra Pavilion - White Elephant Residence - Huguang Guild Hall - Dongshuimen City Wall Ruins - Luohan Temple - Hongyadong

• 4+stars Hotel

• Breakfast

Early in the morning, when the first ray of sunshine pours over the patchwork of buildings in Shancheng, our journey officially begins. First of all, we will take you into Shancheng Alley, where a large number of buildings from the Ming and Qing Dynasties have been preserved, and the stone-paved road is lined with old mansions and small stores precipitated by the years, as if a vivid historical scroll is unfolding in front of your eyes. 

Afterwards, stroll to White Elephant Street to feel the blend of history and modernity, and be dazzled by the quietness of the Sutra Pavilion and the peculiar landscape of the White Elephant Residence. At lunchtime, we will take you to savor the authentic Chongqing hot pot, experiencing a spicy feast on the tip of your tongue.

In the afternoon, continue your exploration tour to the Huguang Guild Hall, which is an important place to learn about the culture of immigrants from Huguang to Sichuan. Immediately afterward, the mottled wall bricks of the Dongshuimen City Wall Ruins tell the story of the ancient city's past, while the bells of the Luohan Temple add a touch of Zen to this cultural journey.

In the evening, you will arrive at Hongyadong, where the illuminated footstools built on the mountain resemble the dreamy world of Hayao Miyazaki, making you linger.

• Three Natural Bridges + Longshui Gorge Seam / Fairy Maiden Mountain + Wujiang River Observation Deck

• 4+stars Hotel

• Breakfast

The third day's tour will take you away from the hustle and bustle of the city and into the embrace of nature. First of all, we will go to the World Natural Heritage Site - Three Natural Bridges. These three huge natural stone bridges spanning the valley are magnificent and are the masterpieces of nature's ingenious workmanship. You can weave under the bridges, look up at the towering stone walls and feel the majesty and power of nature. If time permits, we will also take you to explore the Longshui Gorge Seam, a deep and long canyon that is as breathtaking as nature's carefully carved cracks.

Alternatively, you may choose to visit the Fairy Mountain Maiden National Forest Park, which is characterized by alpine grasslands and forested landscapes, and is known as the "First Pasture in the South" and the "Switzerland of the East". Take a small sightseeing train to travel between the grassland and the forest, enjoying the freshness and tranquility of nature. In the evening, climb up to the Wujiang River Observation Deck and enjoy the magnificent scenery of the Wujiang River Gallery from afar, with the river as blue as the setting sun and the green mountains on both sides of the river, which is breathtakingly beautiful.

• Yangtze River Ropeway - Eighteen Stairs - Jiefangbei - Eling No. 2 Factory - Liziba (light rail through the building) - Ciqikou

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• Breakfast

For breakfast, we will start with a ride on the Yangtze River Ropeway, an aerial corridor that spans the Yangtze River, overlooking the magnificent scenery of the confluence of the two rivers and experiencing the unique charm of Chongqing's "3D Magic City". Afterwards, take a stroll along the Eighteen Stairs, which was once an important commercial district in old Chongqing and has been rebuilt but still retains a strong historical atmosphere.After lunch, proceed to Jiefangbei, one of Chongqing's landmarks and surrounded by a bustling shopping district for shopping and gourmet dining. Immediately after, proceed to Eling No. 2 Factory, a cultural and creative park converted from an old factory building, full of artistic atmosphere and a perfect spot for photo-taking.

In the afternoon, take the LRT to Liziba Station to witness the spectacle of the LRT train passing through the buildings and experience the unique charm of transportation in the mountain city. Finally, we will take you to the Ciqikou Ancient Town, with its ancient colors and numerous snacks, it is a great place to experience Chongqing's folk culture and buy handmade souvenirs.

As the sun sets, we will arrange a special car to take you to the airport or the station, ending this unforgettable 4-day Chongqing tour. We hope this trip will become a wonderful memory in your heart, and look forward to meeting you again in the future in the mountain city.