Chongqing tour
Maximize your layover with a private tour of Chongqing's ancient Ciqikou and the famous Chongqing Zoo, home to giant pandas.
Turn your layover in Chongqing into an unforgettable adventure with this private day tour. After pickup from the airport, explore Ciqikou Ancient Town, a historic riverside settlement on the Jialing River with well-preserved Ming and Qing architecture. Then visit Chongqing Zoo, home to over 200 animal species including the beloved giant pandas. This efficient tour is designed for travelers with limited time, offering a seamless blend of culture and wildlife without the stress of self-navigation. Your guide ensures a smooth return to the airport, making the most of every moment in this vibrant mountain city.
The map shows the tour area. The detailed plan below remains the source for stops and timing.
Pick up from Chongqing airport to start your one day layover tour in Chongqing with the visit to Ciqikou Ancient Town . The old town is located in Shapingba district of Chongqing and on the west bank of Jialing River. The majority of the houses date from the Ming and Qing Dynasties, periods during which many masterpieces of Chinese architecture were created. Then move on to Chongqing Zoo. There are over 200 kinds of rare wild animals on display in the zoo. Among them, the pandas are the most popular.
After lunch, continue to visit the China Three Gorges Museum . Chongqing China Three Gorges Museum is located opposite the Chongqing People's Hall. It is not only the biggest monographic museum, but also a public institution for the preservation, education, scientific research Chongqing culture and the Three Gorges.
Then move on to Stillwell Museum . Joseph W. Stilwell (1883 - 1946) was born in Palatka, Florida, USA. He was graduated from West Point in 1904. Stillwell Museum is situated in the Yuzhong District in Chongqing city to commemorate General Joseph W. Stilwell who contributed greatly to the liberation of China during the World War II.
After the day tour, your are transferred back to Chongqing Airport.


| Included | Not included |
|---|---|
| All transfers (from and back to Chongqing Airport) | Tips to your tour guide and driver |
| Lunch | All rates are subject to reconfirmation from our trip advisors when an actual booking is being made. |
| Entrance fees as listed | Tours price are net and non-commissionable. |
| Private car or van with English speaking guide | Child definition: From Age 3 to 11 Years (usually enjoying 10%-40% discount. Contact our trip advisors for the actual discount for your case). 12 Years old and above will be charged as Adult Price. |
| The private layover tour above can be tailor made per your request. | All tours & transfers are all based in English Speaking local guides. For other languages, please contact our trip advisors for new quotations. |
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| Travelling Party | Tour Cost Per Person |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $180 |
| 2-3 persons | $105 |
| 4-5 persons | $75 |
| 6-9 persons | $70 |
| 10 persons up | $60 |
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