Chongqing
Chongqing 2-Day Tour: Through China’s 3D City
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- Heritage & Atmosphere: Step back into the 1980s within the smoke-filled, moody halls of the legendary Jiaotong Tea House, a living relic of Chongqing’s gritty soul.
- Urban Marvels: Experience the world’s most gravity-defying infrastructure, from industrial escalators that plunge deep underground to monorails that soar through apartment buildings.
- Culture & Culinary Roots: Immerse yourself in the raw, high-energy pulse of Yeshuigou Wet Market, where the heritage of Sichuan spice meets the warmth of local market artisans.
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- English speaking tour guide service
- Tailor-made detailed itinerary planning
- On-site seamless coordination
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- Tourist attraction admission fees
- Meals and personal expenses
- Travel and medical insurance
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Day1: Shadows & Summits — A Tale of Living Relics and Neon Horizons
Yeshuigou Wet Market
This is Chongqing in its rawest, most authentic form—a symphony of high-energy bartering and vibrant color. Here, the “market grandpas” and seasoned vendors offer a window into the city’s traditional pulse, surrounded by the aromatic haze of exotic spices and fresh local produce.
Jiaotong Tea House
A legendary relic of the 1980s, this tea house is a sanctuary of shadow and nostalgia. Under the rhythmic whir of vintage fans, local elders play cards amidst soot-stained walls, offering a “slow life” experience that is uniquely and unapologetically Chongqing.
Xiahaoli & Kaifu Port Ruins
Often described as the “French Concession” of the Yangtze, this area is a masterclass in heritage restoration. Beautifully preserved buildings now house chic galleries and fashion boutiques, offering a sophisticated space to enjoy high-end desserts with a sweeping view of the river.
Raffles City: The Crystal & Sky Swing
Perched 250 meters in the air atop a “horizontal skyscraper,” this is the ultimate modern finale. As the city’s “pretty lights” begin to flicker on at sunset, the Sky Swing offers a thrilling, panoramic perspective of a metropolis that never sleeps
Day2: The Vertical Labyrinth — Navigating 3D Alleys and Grand Aesthetics
Qixinggang & Linhua Road Loop
A dreamy stroll through the “3D maze” that inspired a generation of Chinese cinema. Walk through winding alleys, climb colorful mosaic stairs, and explore neighborhoods built directly into the cliffs, capturing the “grit-meets-color” aesthetic that defines the city’s nostalgic heart.
Zaozi Lanya & People’s Auditorium
Where art meets grand architecture. After ascending stairs paved with vibrant tiles, you are met with the secular majesty of the People’s Auditorium—a masterpiece of Chinese aesthetics that stands as a testament to the city’s post-war resilience and soaring ambition.
The Crown Escalator
More than mere transport, this vintage industrial giant is a time machine. As Asia’s second-longest escalator, it offers a visceral sense of Chongqing’s verticality, plunging you into the depths of the urban landscape in a scene that feels pulled straight from a sci-fi noir.
Hongya Cave
An 11-story marvel of stilt-house architecture built directly into the cliffside. When the golden lights ignite at dusk, the structure transforms into a shimmering palace of myth, reminiscent of the bathhouse in Spirited Away, casting a magical glow over the Jialing River.
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OUR TRANSPARENT PRICING
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Airport
- Private Car up to 3 people 40 USD
- Private Car up to 6 people 70 USD
Railway
- Private Car up to 3 people 30 USD
- Private Car up to 6 people 50 USD
tour guide service (Per day)
English speaking guide
- Within 7 hours, one person 150 USD
- Additional hour 20 USD/h
- Additional guest 10 USD/p
other languages
- Within 7 hours, one person 200 USD
- Additional hour 20 USD/h
- Additional guest 10 USD/p
package service (per day)
private car + guide package
- Within 8 hours, up to 3 people 250 USD
- Additional hour 20 USD/h
business car + guide package
- Within 8 hours, up to 5 people 330 USD
- Additional hour 20 USD/h
commercial car + guide package
- Within 8 hours, up to 7 people 380 USD
- Additional hour 20 USD/h
mini bus + guide package
- Within 8 hours, up to 12 people 415 USD
- Additional hour 20 USD/h