Twin Cities In-depth: Vibrant Chongqing to Serene Chengdu

Your Local Travel Buddy will meet you at the airport or train station and escort you to your hotel. In the afternoon, we start at Hongya Cave, a multi-level complex with traditional-style buildings and vibrant city lights. Next, we head to Nanshan Riverside for a breathtaking sunset view of Chongqing’s skyline.

Optional: Have a professional photographer capture this magical moment. Starting from €20/picture.

Meal: Lunch and Dinner included.

Accommodation: Hampton by Hilton Chongqing or Similar

Enjoy a peaceful morning at Nanshan Botanical Garden, where seasonal flowers and serene trails offer a refreshing start. After lunch, explore Chongqing’s "8D" urban design, visiting Liziba Monorail Station, where the train passes through a building, and Bai Xiang Ju, an architectural wonder showcasing the city’s multi-level layout.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included.

Accommodation: Hampton by Hilton Chongqing or Similar

Take a high-speed train (1.5 hours) to Chengdu, where we head directly to the Chengdu Research Base of Giant Panda Breeding. Watch pandas play, eat bamboo, and even see baby pandas if you’re lucky! Spend the afternoon exploring Chengdu’s vibrant food scene.

Meal: Lunch and Dinner included.

Accommodation: Hampton by Hilton Chengdu or Similar

Visit the massive Leshan Giant Buddha, the world’s largest stone Buddha, carved into a cliffside overlooking the river. After lunch, return to Chengdu and relax in People’s Park, where you can sip tea in a traditional teahouse and experience the famous ear-cleaning ritual (for the adventurous!).

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included.

Accommodation: Hampton by Hilton Chengdu or Similar

Explore the Sanxingdui Museum, home to mysterious 3,000-year-old artifacts. After lunch, we drive to Songpan Ancient Town, a well-preserved trading post along the Tea Horse Road. Wander its charming streets and soak in its cultural atmosphere before settling in for the night.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included.

Accommodation: Boutique hotel or Similar

Spend the morning at Huanglong National Park, famous for its vibrant turquoise pools, waterfalls, and snow-capped mountains. After lunch, drive to Jiuzhaigou National Park.

Optional: In the evening, watch the Jiuzhai Ancient Love Show, a grand performance bringing local legends to life.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included.

Accommodation: Boutique hotel or Similar

Explore the breathtaking Jiuzhaigou National Park, with its crystal-clear lakes, colorful forests, and fairy-tale landscapes. Marvel at Five Flower Lake, Pearl Shoal Waterfall, and Mirror Lake before heading back to Chengdu in the afternoon, marking the end of your adventure.

Meal: Breakfast and lunch included.

Accommodation: Non-included