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Chongqing 3 Days 2 Nights Itinerary & Private Tour Guide
This Chongqing 3 Days 2 Nights Itinerary covers the city’s most popular landmarks. It is a well-loved option for your Chongqing 3 Day Tour.
Planning a short trip to Chongqing, the “Mountain City,” but not sure how to plan your trip?
We’ve put together a practical Chongqing Itinerary balancing stunning night views, authentic culture and local food.
If you want to adjust schedules or switch attractions, book our Chongqing Private Tour to build your unique travel experience.
Ideal for first-time visitors to Chongqing and travellers with limited vacation time.
Day 1: Arrival in Chongqing
Welcome to Chongqing! This charming city sits between mountains and rivers. It is a vibrant metropolis in western China.
When you arrive at the airport or high-speed railway station, we will arrange a vehicle to pick you up and transfer you to your reserved hotel.
After check-in, you can enjoy free time and move around at your own pace.
[Important Travel Reminder]
Your driver or staff member will contact you on arrival day.
Please keep your phone switched on and wait at the agreed meeting point.
Do not talk to random strangers or follow unfamiliar people. Confirm the identity of our staff before getting in the car.
Once you settle into the hotel, there are no fixed activities for the rest of the day.
We will keep all planned attractions, but the visiting sequence may be adjusted appropriately.
Your tour guide will call or message you between 19:00 and 22:00.
The message will confirm the hotel pickup time and arrangements for Day 2. Please keep your phone reachable.
Day 2: Yangtze River Cable Car — Liziba Light Rail Passing Through a Building — Yangtze River Ferry — Longmenhao Old Street — Nanbin Road — Hongyadong
Breakfast: Hotel buffet breakfast; meal duration approx. 30 minutes
Yangtze River Cable Car (one-way):
The cable car has run for more than 30 years. It is an aerial transport crossing the Yangtze River. Local residents take it daily, and it is known as the “Mountain City Air Bus”.
Liziba Light Rail Passing Through a Building (exterior viewing):
Light rail runs straight through a residential building. This one-of-a-kind Chongqing sight attracts countless tourists for photos.
Specialty Dinner: Chongqing-style hot pot; meal duration approx. 90 minutes
Yangtze River Ferry:
Chongqing is divided by two major rivers, the Yangtze and Jialing River. Before river bridges were built, ferries were the main transport for locals travelling across the water.
Longmenhao Old Street:
This century-old street combines wharf culture, treaty-port history and traditional local customs.
During restoration, workers collected ancient bricks and stones. They used traditional construction methods to restore the original look of the old street.
Nanbin Road, Changjiahui & Danzishi Old Street:
Nanbin Road stretches 25 kilometres alongside the Yangtze River. It is a popular spot for river view sightseeing and casual walks.
Hongyadong:
Built against the hillside, this multi-layer stilt-house complex looks just like scenes from the animation Spirited Away when lit up at night. It is a must-see photo spot for all visitors to Chongqing.
After sightseeing, we transfer to the hotel for check-in.
(All times in this Chongqing Itinerary act only as a reference.
In case of traffic jams or temporary restrictions, your guide may adjust the visiting order of attractions.)
Day 3: Ciqikou Ancient Town — Bai Gongguan — Zhazidong — Eling No.2 Factory — Chongqing China Three Gorges Museum (Exterior) — Jiefangbei — Departure
Breakfast: Hotel buffet breakfast; meal duration approx. 30 minutes
Ciqikou Ancient Town:
Ciqikou keeps the authentic atmosphere of old Chongqing and earns the name “Little Chongqing”.
Blue stone streets are lined with traditional houses and speciality shops, alongside many historic courtyards.
Bai Gongguan (no on-site guided tour; attraction will be closed if there is temporary venue shutdown)
Originally a private suburban villa, this site has been preserved as a historical memorial landmark.
Zhazidong (excludes internal shuttle fees and on-site guided tour; attraction will be closed if there is temporary venue shutdown)
Hidden in mountain valleys, this location serves as a significant historical memorial site.
Eling No.2 Factory Cultural & Creative Park:
A famous movie shooting location covered in creative graffiti.
You can overlook Chongqing’s urban landscape and twin rivers here, perfect for photos.
Chongqing China Three Gorges Museum (exterior viewing at People’s Square):
A large national public museum.
Jiefangbei (Liberation Monument):
China’s only monument built to celebrate victory in the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression.
Located in the central business district, it is an iconic landmark every tourist visits.
At the end of your trip, depart according to your flight or high-speed train timetable. Your wonderful Chongqing journey comes to an end.
This popular Chongqing 3 Days 2 Nights Itinerary offers a complete blueprint for your Chongqing 3 Day Tour.
If you hope to modify attractions, travel rhythm or duration, get in touch with us to book a tailor-made Chongqing Private Tour.
If you need more travel suggestions, ask for our full Chongqing Itinerary to easily plan your Mountain City getaway.
Note: This travel plan is for reference only. Please contact customer service to confirm your final plan and exact quotation.
Chongqing 3 Days 2 Nights Daily Schedule
| Day | Theme & Arrangement | Detailed Itinerary | Important Notes |
| Day 1Arrival in Chongqing | Airport / Train Station Pick‑up & Free Leisure Time | 1. Pick‑up service from airport or high‑speed‑rail station2. Transfer and check‑in at your hotel3. Free time to explore the surrounding area at your own pace | • Our staff will contact you upon arrival, please keep your phone switched on• No pre‑arranged sightseeing activities today• Your tour guide will contact you between 19:00‑22:00 to confirm pickup time for Day 2• The visiting sequence of attractions can be adjusted flexibly |
| Day 2Classic City & Night‑view Tour | River‑crossing Experience, City Landmarks & Hongyadong Night Scene | Breakfast: Hotel buffet breakfast1. Yangtze River Cable Car (one‑way)2. Liziba Light‑Rail (exterior photo stop)3. Yangtze River Ferry4. Longmenhao Old Street5. Nanbin Road & riverside walk6. Hongyadong night viewDinner: Authentic Chongqing hot‑pot7. Transfer back to hotel | • Yangtze River Cable Car is known as “Mountain City Air Bus”, a local daily transport• Liziba Light‑Rail runs through a residential building, world‑famous photo spot• Hongyadong is the top‑rated night‑view landmark in Chongqing• Attraction order may be changed due to traffic or temporary restrictions |
| Day 3Culture, History & Downtown Sightseeing | Ancient Town, Revolutionary Heritage & City‑Centre Landmarks | Breakfast: Hotel buffet breakfast1. Ciqikou Ancient Town2. Bai Gongguan (exterior visit)3. Zhazidong (exterior visit, internal shuttle & guide service not included)4. Eling No.2 Factory Cultural & Creative Park5. China Three Gorges Museum (exterior viewing at People’s Square)6. Jiefangbei (Liberation Monument)7. Departure to airport or railway station | • Bai Gongguan & Zhazidong may close temporarily without advance notice• Eling No.2 Factory offers great overlook photo points of twin‑river scenery• Tour ends after you are transferred for your flight or high‑speed train |
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