Chongqing Cultural Heritage

Chongqing Cultural Immersion

Dazu Rock Carvings · Three Gorges Museum · Ciqikou Ancient Town · Intangible Cultural Heritage Experience

2 Days 1 NightsChongqing460 – 660 USD

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Culture & HistoryWorld HeritageMuseumsIntangible Heritage

Overview

Trip Overview

Two days delve into Chongqing's cultural fabric: from the millennia-old sculptures of UNESCO-listed Dazu Rock Carvings to the Ba-Yu civilization at the Three Gorges Museum, and the wharf memories of Ciqikou Ancient Town. Experience intangible heritage like Sichuan opera face-changing or Shu embroidery, and understand the city's past and present like a local intellectual.

Highlights

Trip Highlights

✓Visit the World Heritage Dazu Rock Carvings and marvel at the Tang-Song stone carving art
✓Explore the China Three Gorges Museum in Chongqing to learn about Bayu and Three Gorges culture
✓Stroll through Ciqikou Ancient Town and discover the old wharf and century-old teahouses
✓Enjoy a Sichuan opera face-changing or Shu embroidery performance and feel the charm of intangible cultural heritage
✓Taste authentic Jianghu cuisine and experience the bold dining style of Chongqing locals
✓In-depth commentary by a professional cultural guide, no rushed sightseeing

Day-by-day

Day-by-day Itinerary

1DAYChongqing

Day 1 World Heritage · Dazu Rock Carvings and Sichuan Opera Night

BreakfastNot included · Self-arranged

MorningPrivate car to Dazu Rock Carvings (about 1.5 hours' drive), visit Baodingshan carvings and admire the Tang-Song Buddhist statue complex.

LunchIncluded · Local restaurant in Dazu · Includes specialty lunch

AfternoonContinue to visit the Dazu Rock Carvings Museum to learn about the history and conservation of the carvings; return to downtown Chongqing.

DinnerNot included · Self-arranged, recommended near Jiefangbei

EveningEnjoy a Sichuan opera face-changing performance, experience gaiwan tea and feel the traditional art of Bayu.

TransportPrivate car round tripStay4-star hotel in downtown Chongqing

2DAYChongqing

Day 2 Bayu Civilization · Three Gorges Museum and Ciqikou

BreakfastIncluded · In hotel · Includes breakfast

MorningVisit the China Three Gorges Museum in Chongqing, focusing on the "Magnificent Three Gorges" and "Ancient Bayu" exhibition halls.

LunchIncluded · Restaurant in Ciqikou Ancient Town · Includes specialty lunch

AfternoonHead to Ciqikou Ancient Town, stroll along the bluestone streets, visit Baolun Temple, and experience Chen Mahua making or Shu embroidery.

DinnerNot included · Self-arranged

EveningEnjoy Jianghu cuisine in Ciqikou or downtown, then private car transfer to airport/station.

TransportLight rail + private carStayNone (return trip same day)

Hotels

Hotel Reference

Destination	Hotel	Rating	Room type	Nights
Chongqing	4-star hotel in downtown Chongqing	4-star	Standard twin room	1 night

Activities

Recommended Activities

Dazu Rock Carvings

World Cultural Heritage, a treasure of Tang-Song stone carving art.

China Three Gorges Museum in Chongqing

Houses Bayu artifacts and showcases the splendid civilization of the Three Gorges.

Ciqikou Ancient Town

A thousand-year-old town, a microcosm of old Chongqing's wharf culture.

Add-ons

Add-on Services

Item	Destination	Details	Currency	Fee	Remark
Shu Embroidery Experience Class	Chongqing	Learn basic Shu embroidery stitches with an intangible cultural heritage inheritor.	CNY	Price negotiable	About 2 hours
Backstage visit of Sichuan Opera	Chongqing	Backstage tour before the performance to learn about makeup and costumes.	CNY	Price negotiable	Advance reservation required

Included / Not included

Pricing

Included

1 night of accommodation at a 4-star hotel in the city center (breakfast included)
Dazu Rock Carvings tickets and guided commentary
Three Gorges Museum reservation and guided commentary
Sichuan opera face-changing performance tickets
2 specialty meals
Private car transfers and guide service

Not Included

Round-trip major transportation to and from Chongqing
Meals outside the itinerary and personal expenses
Gratuities
Single room supplement
Additional expenses caused by force majeure
All personal expenses

Notes

Good to Know

Visiting the Dazu Rock Carvings involves some walking, so please wear comfortable shoes.
The museum requires real-name reservation in advance, so please provide accurate information.
Sichuan opera performance times are subject to the day's schedule and may be adjusted.

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