7 Days Chongqing Travel Itinerary, Plan a 7-Day Trip in Chongqing

7 Days Chongqing Travel Itinerary

Chongqing, a city brimming with magic and the warmth of everyday life, has captured the hearts of countless travelers with its uniquely layered 8D terrain, bold and flavorful culinary feasts, rich and enduring Bayu culture, and profound, distinctive historical heritage, making it a dream destination for many. If you only have seven days to explore Chongqing, how can you make the most of your time and fully experience its allure? This guide will provide you with a detailed itinerary for an unforgettable seven-day trip, ensuring that you can explore Chongqing to the fullest without missing out on its wonders.

7 Days Chongqing Itinerary for Family with Kids

Day 1: After a rest in your hotel, head to Chaotianmen in the afternoon, you can admire the confluence of the Jialing and Yangtze Rivers, take the Crown Grand Escalator, and then walk about the Liberation Monument Pedestrian Street. In the evening, have an authentic Chongqing Hotpot, and as night falls, walk among Hongya Cave to enjoy the dazzling night views of Spirited Away style architecture.

Day 2: Start your second day with a bowl of Chongqing noodles, then head to Ciqikou Ancient Town. Also the nearby Zhazi Cave and Baigong House records a moving and heroic history. In the evening, take the Yangtze River Cableway to Nan’an for dinner, then drive to the Nanshan One Tree Viewing Platform for Chongqing's nightscape.

Day 3: In the morning, proceed to the Graffiti Street in Sichuan Fine Arts Institute, perfect for photos. Then experience Chongqing's rail trains, witnessing the amazing sight of the train passing through a building at Liziba Station. In the afternoon, make your way to TESTBED 2, also featuring creative stores and graffiti walls. In the evening, take a cruise along the Jialing and Yangtze Rivers to take in the mesmerizing night views of the mountain city.

Day 4: Drive to Wulong, where the unique peaks and rocks in the Wulong Three Nature Bridges will make you marvel at the incredible work of nature. In the afternoon, head to Fairy Mountain, where you can run freely across the grasslands, go horseback riding, and take some pictures. If in winter, you can play and frolic in the snowy woods. As evening falls, soak in a hot spring to wash away the day’s fatigue.

Day 5: Continue exploring the Furong River Scenic Area in Wulong. Take a boat through Furong Cave, where countless breathtaking formations await in its multi-layered chambers. The Furong River, a tributary of the Wu River, offers river cruises, cable cars, and even high-altitude ziplining for thrill-seekers.

Day 6: In the morning, depart from Wulong and head to Pengshui. Chiyou Jiuli City is China’s premier Miao king city, where you can feel the most authentic Miao culture and admire the most impressive Miao architecture. After lunch, proceed to Gongtan Ancient Town, where the landscape along the Wu River Gallery unfolds like an ink-wash painting. In the evening, return to Yuzhong.

Day 7: In the morning, head to Chongqing Zoo, where you can see these adorable giant pandas up close. Take the high-speed train to Fengjie to visit Baidi Fortress and Qutang Gorge, where you can also ascend to the Three Gorges Summit for a breathtaking panoramic view of the majestic mountains and rivers.

7 Days Chongqing Itinerary for Seniors with Slow Travel Pace

Day 1: Upon arriving in Chongqing, check up your hotel and rest. In the afternoon, visit Chaotianmen Square and Raffles Square, then leisurely stroll to Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street by the way. For dinner, if you are in the mood for Chongqing hotpot, it’s recommended to go for a two-flavor hotpot. In the evening, enjoy the stunning night views of Hongya Cave.

Day 2: In the morning, head to the Chongqing Three Gorges Museum to learn about the city's fascinating geography and stunning landscapes. After lunch, visit Ciqikou Ancient Town, enjoying a relaxing afternoon exploring the ancient architecture and vibrant delicacy. In the evening, take the Yangtze River Cableway across the river to Nanshan One Tree Viewing Platform to overlook the magnificent night view of Chongqing in the gentle breeze.

Day 3: Take the rail train passing through the mountain city, and visit the Liziba Station and its iconic monorail passing through a building. Then head to TESTBED 2, experiencing its novelties. In the afternoon, stroll among Times Square and Hongya Cave, explore the modern High-rise buildings of the former and antique stilted houses of the latter.

Day 4: Spend the day exploring the Dazu Rock Carvings. If you get tired, take a break at the Dazu Rock Carvings Museum, where you can also learn about the thousand-year history of this artistic heritage. In the evening, return to the central area and take a cruise on the rivers, enjoying the dazzling nightscapes of the mountain city.

Day 5: Head to the Fairy Mountain Tourist Resort and take the small train into the vast alpine meadow, which is an ideal place for taking photos, picnicking, and leisurely strolls. In the evening, enjoy the open-air performance Impression Wulong, a stunning show staged amidst the karst landscape that vividly brings Bayu culture to life.

Day 6: After getting enough rest, head out to explore Wulong’s Three Natural Bridges. The stunning peaks and rock formations in the scenic area showcase nature’s incredible craftsmanship, but be prepared for numerous stairways, which require good physical stamina. Return to Yuzhong for dinner in the evening, then relax and rest.

Day 7: In the morning, you can explore Longmenhao Old Street and Danzishi Old Street, These historic streets are perfect for a leisurely-paced visit, offering a glimpse of a different side of Chongqing beyond its bustling cityscape. If you’re feeling tired, head to Eling Park to relax amid lush greenery and serene waters.

7 Days Chongqing Itinerary for Young Travelers

Day 1: The first stop in Chongqing is Liberation Monument, and the Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street is filled with a fashionable atmosphere. A ride on the Crown Grand Escalator and the Yangtze River Cableway will also make your trip worthwhile. In the afternoon and evening, walk in Hongya Cave, enjoy authentic Chongqing hotpot and take in the stunning night views as night falls.

Day 2: Head to the Gold Buddha Mountain Scenic Area and take the cableway with an altitude of 2,000 meters. After lunch, visit TESTBED 2 to admire Chongqing’s avant-garde art, then stroll through Eighteen Stairs area to feel the city’s mountainside charm. In the evening, explore Guanyinqiao Pedestrian Street to savor the local delicacy, encounter handsome and pretty men or women, and dive into the vibrant nightlife of this city.

Day 3: In the morning, head to Wulong Nature Three Bridges to explore the fascinating karst landscapes. After that, you can head straight to the Longshui Gorge, witnessing more stunning scenes of bizarre rocks and cascading waterfalls. If it snows in winter, you can enjoy in the snow in Fairy Mountain. In the evening, watch the Impression Wulong.

Day 4: In the morning, head to Gongtan Ancient Town, take a boat floating on the miles of Wu River Gallery. In the afternoon, visit Fengdu Ghost City, the only theme park in China dedicated to Chinese "ghost culture". If you’re brave enough, you can stay and explore the ghost city at night. Alternatively, return to the central area.

Day 5: Spend the morning enjoying the marvel rail train, and take the photos of the trains pass through the building, then visit Ciqikou Ancient Town. In the afternoon, head to Kuixing Building, what appears as the first floor on one side is actually the 20th floor on the other. Then visit Raffles Square at dusk, and take a cruise from Chaotianmen Wharf in the evening, sailing along the rivers, admiring the dazzling city lights on both banks.

Day 6: In the morning, embark on an "underground adventure" in Shuirongdong Village, Yubei District. Inside the caves and hidden rivers, you'll be amazed by the dazzling interplay of colorful lights and uniquely shaped stalactites. In the afternoon, head to Chongqing Zoo, where the adorable giant pandas will surely warm your heart. In the evening, soak in the hot spring to sweep away your fatigue.

Day 7: Take a high-speed train to Fengjie to visit Baidi Fortress and Qutang Gorge, and climb to the Summit of the Three Gorges for a breathtaking view of the Yangtze River. Then continue east to Wushan, where the "Wushan Twelve Peaks" led by Goddess Peak, offer magnificent scenery comparable to the karst landscapes of Wulong.

7 Days Chongqing cultural Immersion Itinerary and Leisure

Day 1: Start by heading to the Chongqing Three Gorges Museum, a perfect place to learn about the city’s rich history and culture. Then, make your way to the Yuzhong Eighteen Stairs Traditional Style District, admiring the historic buildings while walking, and be sure to visit the Mountain City Memory Hall. As night falls, don’t miss the iconic night views of Hongya Cave and Chaotianmen.

Day 2: Take the rail train to Liziba Station to witness the unique sight of the train passing through a building, then continue by train to Ciqikou Ancient Town. In the afternoon, head back to Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street to experience the modern urban landscape of Chongqing. Visit Hongya Cave during the day to see the stilted houses. In the evening, Chongqing 1949 will make you deepen your understanding of the city's history.

Day 3: Head to the Dazu Rock Carvings, with the most famous sites being the Baoding Mountain and North Mountain carvings. If time permits, you can also visit the rock carvings at South Mountain, Shimen Mountain, and Shizhuan Mountain to fully experience the “Five Mountains” of Dazu. In the evening, return to the central area and experience the nightlife in Chongqing.

Day 4: After taking a group photo in front of the People's Auditorium in the morning, head to the Chongqing Bayu Folk Culture Museum, an excellent place to learn about the traditional folk culture of the Bayu region. In the afternoon, visit the Bayu Folk Culture Village to personally experience traditional Bayu folk life and observe the craftsmanship processes in local workshops.

Day 5: Depart from the main urban area and head to Wulong to explore the unique karst landscapes. In the afternoon, move on to Fairy Mountain to experience the idyllic mountain-and-water scenery in Chinese culture. In the evening, enjoy the performance Impression Wulong, which vividly presents Bayu culture amidst the stunning karst landscape.

Day 6: Head to Chiyou Jiuli City in Pengshui to explore the legends of the Chiyou’s tribe. Then, make your way to Gongtan Ancient Town, where you’ll find the picturesque Wu River stretching for miles and a collection of uniquely shaped Tujia stilted houses preserved in their original form. If time allows, continue on to Youyang Taohuayuan, home to the only remaining ancient Qin-era village still in existence.

Day 7: Take a high-speed train to Fengjie, and first visit the Baidi Fortress Scenic Area. In the afternoon, drive up to the "Summit of the Three Gorges", where famous Chinese poets like Du Fu and Su Shi once composed poems, resonating with the spirit of literary masters.

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