Chongqing Tours & Chongqing Yangtze River Trips
Chongqing, the "Mountain City" of China, is located at the confluence of the Yangtze River and the Jialing River. It also stands as one of four municipalities in China, alongside Beijing, Shanghai, and Tianjin. Chongqing is an important port city as the launching and ending point for the classic 4~5-day Yangtze cruise between from Chongqing and Yichang. Each year, almost half of all international travelers to China prefer to embark on a cruise along this longest river in China to visit the awe-inspiring Three Gorges and the great Three Gorges Dam project, in their China tours.
Once an underrated gem, Chongqing has rapidly emerged as a must-visit destination and becomes super famous as the "Cyberpunk 8-Dimensional City". This “Little Hong Kong” boasts a rich array of outstanding things to see and do, including two UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Dazu Rock Carvings and Wulong Karst Landscape. Besides, visitors can explore its unique cityscape, museums, temples, old streets, ancient towns, spicy food, etc. It is a good choice for a half-day, 1-day, 2-day or even 3~4-day Chongqing tour before or after your Yangtze River cruise.
Besides, located in Southwestern China Neighbouring with Sichuan, Hubei, Hunan, Guizhou, and Shaanxi in different directions. Thus, many travelers extend their cruise trip to the more attractive destinations like Chengdu, Xian, Guilin, Zhangjiajie, Jiuzhaigou, Leshan Giant Buddha, Mount Emei and so forth. Whether you're planning an essential Yangtze River cruise trip or an extended journey across China, Chongqing is undoubtedly a destination worth exploring. We, Yangtze-river-cruises.com, running an office in Chongqing, will offer you the best Chongqing tour & Yangtze River cruise experience at the best local price!
Top 13 Chongqing Tour Packages
Our Chongqing tour packages cover popular Chongqing Yangtze cruise tours (Chongqing to Yichang cruise tour / Yichang to Chongqing cruise tour ), hot city tours, inspiring side trips to Dazu Rock Carvings (for 1 day), Wulong Karst Landscape (for 2 days), and Mount Jinfo (for 1 day). Also, you can choose the Yangtze cruise tours from/to Chengdu, Zhangjiajie, Xian, etc for more interesting exploration along the way. Feel free to select your likes or if you have your own needs or personal requirements, please tell us. Based in Chengdu and Chongqing, we are here to help you customize your own trip!
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4 Days Chongqing Yangtze Cruise Tour
Chongqing / Yangtze Cruise / YichangThis is the No.1 short cruise tour chosen by numerous travelers. If you want a short break with a cruise, take this classic tour with both a fantastic exploration of Chongqing City and a relaxing 3-night cruise vacation from Chongqing to Yichang!
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6 Days Chongqing, Yangtze River & Zhangjiajie Exciting Tour
Chongqing / Yangtze Cruise / Yichang / ZhangjiajieThis is the real NATURE tour to Yangtze River and Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. In 6 days, take a relaxing 4-day cruise ship down from Chongqing to Yichang and spend 2 days getting into the surreal AVATAR world!
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4 Days Classic Chongqing & Wulong Karst Tour
Chongqing / Wulong / ChongqingThis tour arranges 2 days for Wulong Karst Geopark landscape (UNESCO World Natural Heritage) - Three Natural Bridges, Longshuixia Gap and Furong Cave. Besides, visit classic Chongqing City highlights including Three Gorges Museum, Hongya Cave, etc.!
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5 Days Chongqing, Dazu Rock Carvings & Wulong Karst Tour
Chongqing / Dazu / Wulong / ChongqingEnjoy an in-depth exploration of Chongqing city, Dazu Rock Carvings and Wulong Karst landscape! You’ll marvel at excellent UNESCO world natural & cultural heritage spectacles and spend 2 days uncovering Chongqing’s iconic highlights!
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5 Days Chongqing City Tour with Yangtze River Cruise
Chongqing / Yangtze Cruise / YichangThis 5 days tour allows you to arrive in Chongqing one day ahead and have one full day to explore in the downtown area to see its highlights. It is in leisured pace with 4-day cruise from Chongqing to Yichang along the Three Gorges.
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2 Days Chongqing & Dazu Rock Carvings Tour
Chongqing / Dazu / ChongqingThis 2-day Chongqing trip covers one full day exploration in Chongqing downtown area and one day to Dazu Rock Carvings - a splendid UNESCO world Cultural heritage site preserving an exceptional series of rock carvings dating from the 9th to the 13th century.
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3 Days Chongqing Highlights Tour (Leisure-paced)
ChongqingThis is the most classic Chongqing City tour tailored for all types of travelers, especially the seniors and family groups. It offers a leisurely pace, minimizing the walks through the city's hilly terrain while encompassing all the highlights of Chongqing!
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Wulong & Cruise
6 Days Chongqing Yangtze Cruise with Wulong Karst
Chongqing / Wulong / Yangtze Cruise / YichangThis 6-day tour package is tailored for those who are seeking the marvelous Wulong Karst wonder, Chongqing metropolis and scenic Yangtze cruise in one go!
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2 Days 8-Dimensional Chongqing Highlights Tour
ChongqingThis trip is specially designed for seeking the trendy highlights of 8-dimensional cyberpunk Chongqing. You'll visit the most cyber-popular places to experience the amazing monorail, catch the 360° city view, frame the superb skyline, watch its multiple bridges, overlapping flyovers, etc.
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3 Days Essencial Chongqing Wulong Tour with UNESCO Karst Splendors
Chongqing / Wulong / ChongqingTake this 3-day tour to discover the awesome Wulong Karst Geopark landscape listed as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage and visit classic city highlights in downtown Chongqing!
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6 Days Shennongjia & Chongqing Three Gorges Cruise Tour
Chongqing / Yangtze Cruise / Yichang / ShennongjiaStarting from a wonderful Chongqing discovery. Follow a 4-day relaxing cruise on the majestic river with beautiful Three Gorges spectacles. And concluded with 2 days for the essences of Shennongjia, a World Natural Heritage Site, World Geological Park as well as Man and Biosphere Nature Reserve by UNESCO.
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Panda & Cruise
7 Days Yangtze River Cruise Tour from Chengdu
Chengdu / Chongqing / Yangtze Cruise / YichangHave a leisure discovery in Chengdu, take a high speed train to Chongqing and then go for a 4-day Yangtze River cruise sailing to Yichang. You can fully relax onboard and have fun onshore with many interesting activities day and night.
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2 Days Classic Chongqing Tour with Mount Jinfo
Chongqing / Mount Jinfo / ChongqingThis tour offers one day to Mount Jinfo - “South China Karst” and “Museum of Natural Plants”, to see karst landscape, enjoy different kinds of rare plants, have a look at 500 Arhat Buddha... Also, Chongqing highlights are included.
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Chongqing & Yangtze Cruise Essential Guide
How to Plan Your Chongqing Tour or Chongqing Yangtze Cruise Tour?
The classic Yangtze River cruise takes about 4 or 5 days. And it is a common choice for most travelers to spend about 1 or 2 days exploring in the downtown area of Chongqing to experience its special topography, delicious cuisines and city panorama...In the downtown, visit Three Gorges Museum to have a rough idea about Chongqing City and Yangtze River. Liziba Metro Station, Hongya Cave, WFC Observation Deck and Longmenhao Old Street are super famous to experience the mountainous city layout of Chongqing. Ciqikou Old Town is featured in traditional buildings, snacks and souvenirs for a nice strolling. Don’t miss the hotpot in the restaurant along Yangtze River which is the best way to experience the hot and spicy of this passionate city. Besides, Dazu Rock Carvings (1 day) and Wulong Karst Landscape (2 days) are worth your visit. To well combine a Chongqing tour with Yangtze River cruise, you can learn more about: How to Plan a Yangtze River Cruise 2025/2026 >>
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China Yangtze Tours with Chongqing - Strongly Recommended
For most first-timers to China, they would like to cover several hot destinations in China, such as Beijing, Xian, Shanghai, Yangtze River, Guilin, Chengdu, Lhasa, Zhangjiajie to get an overall impression about the vast and beautiful China. Usually, Yangtze River cruise is served as a relaxing short break during the whole vacation. The following are the top 6 strongly recommended China Yangtze tours with a visit in Chongqing, and you can select your favored trip based on your interests, travel length and budget! If you have got your own ideas, contact us directly to discuss the travel plan and we can tailor made the tour for you!

This is the No.1 short cruise tour chosen by numerous travelers. If you want a short break with a cruise, take this classic tour with both a fantastic exploration of Chongqing City and a relaxing 3-night cruise vacation from Chongqing to Yichang!

This is the real NATURE tour to Yangtze River and Zhangjiajie National Forest Park. In 6 days, take a relaxing 4-day cruise ship down from Chongqing to Yichang and spend 2 days getting into the surreal AVATAR world!

Planning a two-week vacation in China? This will be perfect with all the best highlights of China. You can fully explore traditional culture and modernity in Beijing and Shanghai; explore the Avatar world, enjoy Karst landscape in Guilin & Yangshuo, take a Yangtze cruise through the beautiful Three Gorges, admire profound ancient capital of 13 dynasties!

This trip is perfect for you who are interested in culture & nature, showcasing all the natural and cultural highlights. Explore the ancient achitectures and historic wonders in Beijing & Xian and futuristic metropolise in Shanghai. Cilmb to the last pure land to discover the Tibetan cultures & religion. Get face to face with the giant pandas in Chengdu. You'll never miss any highlights in China in this 17-day tour!

This tour covers all highlights of Sichuan - “A Land of Abundance” and golden section of the Yangtze River. You'll have an unforgettable exploration, by visiting Chengdu Pandas, Jiuzhaigou Valley, Huanglong Park, Leshan Giant Buddha and Mount Emei before a relaxing Yangtze River cruise. Both cultural and scenic surprises are along the way!

What is your impression about the vast China? What do you want to see and explore in this beautiful country? This tour is No.1 best selling tour taking travelers to Beijing, Xian, Guilin and Shanghai and enjoying a luxury cruise experience for 4 days along the Three Gorges of the longest river in China. You will get a clear overview about China’s past, present and rapid growth in the golden triangle cities. Also immerse yourselves in a world of natural beauty in Guilin and Yangshuo.
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