7-Day Panda Homeland & Mountain City Adventure: Chengdu & Chongqing

Trip Overview

Duration: 7 days and 6 nights
Destinations: Chengdu City, Chongqing City
Theme: Giant Panda Encounter + Sichuan Cuisine Experience + Unique Mountain City Culture

Daily Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Chengdu - Taste of Old Chengdu

Arrive at Chengdu Shuangliu International Airport and check in at the hotel, located in Jinjiang District or Qingyang District.Explore Kuanzhai Alleys, wander through the ancient courtyard-style streets, and experience the leisurely lifestyle of old Chengdu.

Visit Jinli Ancient Street in the evening, admire the traditional lantern-lit architecture, and sample local snacks such as spicy rabbit heads, egg tarts, and sugar-fried chestnuts.

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Day 2: Giant Panda Experience & Three Kingdoms Culture

Visit the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding, observe giant pandas and red pandas in their naturalistic enclosures, and learn about panda conservation efforts.Tour the Wuhou Shrine, dedicated to Zhuge Liang, the famous strategist of the Three Kingdoms period, and explore the surrounding gardens and historical relics.Enjoy a Sichuan hot pot dinner, experiencing the world-famous numbing and spicy flavors of Sichuan cuisine.

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Day 3: Chengdu Literature & Leisurely Life

Visit the Du Fu Thatched Cottage, the former residence of the great Tang Dynasty poet Du Fu, and stroll through the beautiful classical gardens.Spend the afternoon at People's Park, experience the authentic Chengdu tea culture by sipping tea in a traditional teahouse, and try the unique ear-cleaning service.Wander along Chunxi Road in the evening, Chengdu's busiest commercial street, and experience the modern urban atmosphere.

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Day 4: Travel to Chongqing - Mountain City Nightscape

Take a high-speed train from Chengdu East Railway Station to Chongqing, and check in at the hotel in Yuzhong District upon arrival.Visit Jiefangbei, the iconic landmark of Chongqing, and explore the surrounding commercial area.Head to Hongyadong Cave Complex in the evening, admire the spectacular stilt-house architecture built into the mountainside, and enjoy the breathtaking night views of the Jialing River.

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Day 5: Chongqing's Unique Transportation & Ancient Town

Ride the Yangtze River Cableway, crossing the Yangtze River and enjoying panoramic views of the mountain city.Visit Liziba Station to witness the amazing scene of a light rail train passing through a residential building.Explore Ciqikou Ancient Town, wander through the ancient stone streets, visit traditional workshops, and taste local specialties such as Chongqing hot pot base and peanut brittle.

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Day 6: Chongqing Art & Panoramic Views

Visit the Graffiti Street at Sichuan Fine Arts Institute, admire the colorful street art covering entire buildings, and take creative photos.Explore Eling Park and the Eling No.2 Factory Cultural and Creative Park, a former printing factory transformed into a trendy art district with cafes, galleries, and shops.Head to Nanshan Tree Viewing Platform in the evening to enjoy the stunning panoramic night view of Chongqing's skyline and rivers.

Day 7: Chongqing Special Experiences & Departure

Visit the Three Gorges Museum to learn about the history and culture of the Yangtze River and the Three Gorges region.Wander around Chaotianmen Wharf, where the Yangtze River and Jialing River meet, and observe the distinct color difference between the two rivers.Proceed to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport according to your flight time and conclude the trip.