Chongqing Foodie Adventure

Chongqing Local Food Experience

Hot Pot, Xiaomian, Wet Markets, Jianghu Cuisine, and Everyday Street Life

2 Days 1 NightsChongqing460 – 660 USD
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FoodLocal LifeHotpotAuthentic Experience
Overview

Trip Overview

Two days follow a local foodie through the streets: a bowl of xiaomian in the morning, a wet market at noon, a cup of gaiwan tea in the afternoon, and a bubbling old hotpot at night. From Jiefangbei to Jiaochangkou, from Ciqikou to Nan'an, measure Chongqing's spicy, numbing flavors with your taste buds and live like a local.

Highlights

Trip Highlights

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Go deep into a wet market and learn about Chongqing's local ingredients and seasonings

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Taste authentic Chongqing xiaomian and learn the code words "ti huang" and "jia qing"

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Experience traditional hot pot and dip tripe, duck intestine, and aorta

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Stroll through Jiaochangkou Night Market and try snacks like grilled brain and hot and sour noodles

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Drink gaiwan tea and listen to old Chongqing locals chat

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Visit Ciqikou and seek out Chen Mahua and ancient town snacks

Day-by-day

Day-by-day Itinerary

1DAYChongqing
Day 1: Everyday Street Life · Wet Market, Xiaomian, and Hot Pot
BreakfastNot included · At own expense; xiaomian recommended
MorningHead to Jiaochangkou Wet Market, follow a local food guide to learn about chili peppers, Sichuan peppercorns, and other seasonings, and taste a bowl of authentic Chongqing xiaomian.
LunchIncluded · Jiaochangkou snack shop · Includes xiaomian and snacks
AfternoonStroll along Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street, tasting snacks such as hot and sour noodles and Shancheng small tangyuan along the way; then experience gaiwan tea.
DinnerIncluded · Chongqing traditional hot pot · Includes hot pot dinner
EveningEnjoy authentic Chongqing traditional hot pot, learn dipping techniques, and savor the numbing, spicy, fresh, and fragrant flavors.
TransportLight rail + walkingStay4-star hotel in downtown Chongqing
2DAYChongqing
Day 2: Seeking Flavors in the Ancient Town · Ciqikou and Jianghu Cuisine
BreakfastIncluded · In hotel · Includes breakfast
MorningHead to Ciqikou Ancient Town and taste ancient town foods such as Chen Mahua, mao xue wang, and chicken giblets.
LunchIncluded · Ciqikou Ancient Town restaurant · Includes specialty lunch
AfternoonContinue exploring the alleys of Ciqikou and try making handmade ciba or hot and sour noodles; return to the city center.
DinnerIncluded · Jianghu cuisine restaurant · Includes jianghu cuisine dinner
EveningEnjoy Chongqing jianghu cuisine, then take a private car to the airport/station.
TransportLight rail + private carStayNone (returning same day)
Hotels

Hotel Reference

DestinationHotelRatingRoom typeNights
Chongqing4-star hotel in downtown Chongqing4-starStandard twin room1 night
Activities

Recommended Activities

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Jiaochangkou Wet Market

A local wet market in Chongqing's old town, offering a feel for local life.

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Jiefangbei Pedestrian Street

A bustling commercial street with many snacks and time-honored brands.

Ciqikou Ancient Town
Ciqikou Ancient Town

A thousand-year-old ancient town where food and traditional culture converge.

Add-ons

Add-on Services

ItemDestinationDetailsCurrencyFeeRemark
Hot Pot Base Making ClassChongqingLearn to stir-fry hot pot base with a local chef; you can take it with you.CNYPrice negotiableApproximately 2 hours
Private food guideChongqingLed by a local foodie, with a customized food route.CNYPrice negotiableHalf-day/full-day options available
Included / Not included

Pricing

Included

  • 1 night of 4-star hotel accommodation in the city center (breakfast included)
  • Food guide service
  • Meals specified in the itinerary (3 main meals)
  • Wet market experience and food tasting
  • Private car transfers
  • Travel accident insurance

Not Included

  • Round-trip transportation to and from Chongqing
  • Meals outside the itinerary and personal expenses
  • Gratuities
  • Single room supplement
  • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
  • All personal expenses
Notes

Good to Know

  • If you have any food allergies or dietary restrictions, please inform us in advance.
  • Chongqing cuisine tends to be spicy and numbing, and can be adjusted to personal taste.
  • The wet market is liveliest in the morning, so it is recommended to go in the morning.

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