Chongqing Private Tour
Description
Embark on a private tour of the iconic landmarks of Chongqing with an exclusive guide dedicated to your group. Experience the city from an entirely new vantage point!
Tour Alternatives
While reserving your spot, you can select from the various available options. Each tour departs from the Marriott Executive Apartments in Chongqing, featuring an English-speaking guide exclusively devoted to your group. The tours last between 5 and 7 hours, depending on the group's size and the desired pace.
Chongqing Tour
Our journey begins at the Liziba Station, an extraordinary railway terminal integrated within a 19-floor building, now a major focal point of the city.
Next, we'll explore the historic village of Ciqikou, which boasts a rich heritage spanning over 1800 years. Here, you'll delve into the craftsmanship of porcelain. After enjoying a stroll through this charming part of Chongqing, we'll visit Eling Park, a serene oasis adorned with small bridges and a tower offering stunning panoramic vistas of the city, where you might catch locals practicing Tai Chi.
We will proceed to discover the heart of Chongqing and admire one of its most significant symbols, the Liberation Monument. Our final stop will be at Hongya Cave, located at the junction of the Yangtze and Jialing rivers, often regarded as the historical entry point to Chongqing.
After an enriching day, we'll return to the departure location.
Cosmopolitan Chongqing Tour
We'll gather at the designated starting point and proceed to the impressive Kuixinglou Building, where you'll be treated to breathtaking panoramic views of Chongqing's mountainous landscape.
Our tour will continue winding through the town’s alleyways, revealing the vibrant culture and daily life within this Chinese city. As we explore, you'll encounter a blend of both Western and Eastern influences. Our next highlight will be the Qixinggang Walled Gate, the last remaining entry point out of the original 17 gates that once fortified Chongqing.
Following that, we will delve deeper into Chongqing’s history as we stroll down Longmenhao Street, an ideal spot to further appreciate the city’s cultural backdrop.
You will have an hour of free time for lunch, and after satisfying your hunger, we will venture into the more cosmopolitan district of Danzishi, where colonial architecture permeates the surroundings.
Our tour will conclude at the Raffles Shopping Centre, perfect for picking up local souvenirs before returning to the starting point.
Contrasts of Chongqing Tour
This tour commences with a visit to a local market in Chongqing, where you can explore and purchase traditional Chinese tea along with other unique items.
Next, we will head to the Laojundong Taoist temple, set amidst lush forests. We then proceed to Longmenhao Street, where the colonial remnants of Chongqing can be observed.
Our journey will continue through the Minzhucun area, where you'll gain insights into the history of socialist China during the 1970s and 1980s.
We will conclude our exploration by returning to the starting location.
Chongqing 2-Day Tour
This extended tour allows you to immerse yourself in the wonders of Chongqing over two days. You may combine any of the tours mentioned earlier: on the first day, you'll experience one tour, and the subsequent day will feature a different one. The choice is yours during the booking process! A great option if you wish to fully experience this vibrant Chinese city!
What's included
- English–speaking guide
- Private and exclusive tour, nobody else will be in your group
What's not included
- Metro ticket: 20CNY to 25CNY per person approximately
- Lunch
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 72 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Most areas are accessible. Accessible toilets. This must be indicated in the reservation.
Important information
On the day of the activity, we'll meet at the Marriott Executive Apartments Chongqing, located at 77 Qing Nian Road, Yuzhong District, Chongqing, China, 400010. Please be sure to arrive at least 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
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