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Chongqing Essentials: The Vertical City
Small group Fixed departures 3 days

Chongqing Essentials: The Vertical City

A 3-day introduction to Chongqing’s hillside neighborhoods, layered cityscape and illuminated riverside landmarks.

View departures English-speaking tour · Party size 2–12 guests
Route
Chongqing
Duration
2 Nights, 3 Days
Party size
2–12 guests
Language
English
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Journey overview

A shared journey · a fixed itinerary

A 3-day introduction to Chongqing’s hillside neighborhoods, layered cityscape and illuminated riverside landmarks.

This 3-day journey explores Chongqing — a city where steep terrain, layered streets and an illuminated riverfront create one of China's most distinctive urban experiences. Designed for international travelers seeking a balanced introduction to culture, dramatic landscapes and contemporary local life.

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Trip Route & highlights

  1. Days 1–3

    Chongqing

    • Liziba Station
    • Jiefangbei
    • Hongyadong
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Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive in Chongqing Chongqing

Chongqing Cityscape — Chongqing Essentials: The Vertical City
Accommodation: Chongqing

Arrive in Chongqing and transfer to the hotel. The evening is free to explore nearby at your own pace.

Day 2 Chongqing city experience Chongqing

Eling Park — Chongqing Essentials: The Vertical City
Hongyadong — Chongqing Essentials: The Vertical City
Hotpot — Chongqing Essentials: The Vertical City
Jiefangbei — Chongqing Essentials: The Vertical City
Liziba Station — Chongqing Essentials: The Vertical City
Meals: B/LAccommodation: Chongqing

Visit Eling Park, set on a ridge with sweeping views over the Yangtze and Jialing rivers. Continue to Liziba Station, where the light rail passes straight through a residential building, a surreal scene unique to Chongqing. Then continue to Jiefangbei, the commercial heart of the city centered around a historic war memorial. In the evening, you may try Chongqing hotpot, the city's signature numbing-spicy broth, and see the riverside architecture and lights around Hongyadong, a complex of traditional stilted buildings cascading down the cliff face.

Day 3 Departure Chongqing

Raffles City Chongqing — Chongqing Essentials: The Vertical City
Meals: B

Enjoy free time until the scheduled transfer to the airport or railway station. The transfer time will be confirmed after departure details are provided.

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What’s included

✓ Included

  • Hotel Accommodation: Based on twin share with western style breakfast. Properties are conveniently located close to the city centre, rated 4-star. A room with one king-size bed can also be arranged upon request.
  • Guide Service: excellent English-speaking tour guide service
  • Meet-and-greet service with a name sign at the airport or train station.
  • Vehicle Service: Air-conditioned coach with experienced drivers, ensuring ample luggage space for your comfort. (1) Free airport & train station pick-up for arrivals from 08:00 to 22:00. (2) Free airport & train station drop-off for departures from 09:00 to 23:00.
  • Entrance fees as per itinerary
  • Airport pick-up and drop-off
  • 24/7 On-Call Support
  • Daily lunches as indicated in the itinerary
  • Insurance

✕ Not included

  • International Airfare
  • Tips for guide and driver
  • Personal expenses
  • Entry Visa
  • Optional Activities
  • Payment and refund processing fees
  • Single Room Supplement
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Good to know

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Cancellation policy

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If the cancellation is made between 45 and 30 days before the scheduled departure date 10% of tour price
If the cancellation is made between 29 and 15 days before the scheduled departure date 30% of tour price
If the cancellation is made between 14 and 7 days before the scheduled departure date 50% of tour price
If the cancellation is made 6 days or less before the scheduled departure date, including the departure date 100% of tour price
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