Sail the Yangtze Three Gorges. Explore China's mountain megacity. Savour authentic Chongqing hot pot.
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Chongqing is unlike any other Chinese city — a sprawling mountain metropolis perched above the confluence of the Yangtze and Jialing rivers. Famous as the gateway to the legendary Three Gorges, this UNESCO-rich city rewards visitors with dramatic river scenery, the ancient Dazu Rock Carvings, multi-level cable cars threading between skyscrapers, and one of China's most celebrated cuisine traditions: the fiery original Chongqing hot pot. Our Chongqing tours combine the city experience with unforgettable Yangtze cruises and scenic highlights of the surrounding Sichuan highlands.
Cruise the legendary Three Gorges on the Yangtze River
Explore the ancient Ciqikou Porcelain Village (Ming Dynasty)
Ride the Yangtze River cable car over steep mountain terrain
Visit the UNESCO-listed Dazu Rock Carvings
Savour the original Chongqing hot pot — spicier than all imitations
Explore Hongya Cave, a multi-storey riverside entertainment complex
Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–October) are ideal — mild temperatures and clear river views. Summer is hot and humid. Winter is cool and often misty, which can add atmosphere to the gorges but reduces visibility.
Discover our Chongqing experiences
A 17-day journey through China's greatest imperial and cultural treasures — from Beijing's Forbidden City and the Great Wall to the Potala Palace in Lhasa, a Yangtze River Three Gorges cruise, and the dazzling skyline of Shanghai.
The ultimate 27-day China experience — from the Great Wall and Forbidden City to a Yangtze River cruise, giant pandas in Chengdu, the Li River in Guilin, classical gardens of Suzhou, West Lake in Hangzhou, and vibrant Shanghai.
Two of China's most talked-about cities in one 10-day trip — futuristic Chongqing's neon cliffside skyline, the famous monorail through a building, and UNESCO Dazu Rock Carvings, then laid-back Chengdu's giant pandas and teahouse culture. Connected by bullet train. Departs 1 November.
Planning tip: Book 3+ months in advance for the best availability and pricing.
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