4-Day Chongqing Magical Mountain City Adventure | 8D Metropolis & Karst Wonders
—— Hotpot, Cableways, Air-Raid Shelters, and Creative Revival
🌟 Highlights
- 3D Transportation: Yangtze River Cableway, Liziba Monorail Through Building, Crown Escalator
- Natural Wonders: Wulong Tianlong Three Bridges, Longshuixia Gorge
- Local Flavor: Hotpot in Air-Raid Shelters, Hanfu Experience at Ciqikou Ancient Town
- Creative Revival: Eling 1942 Creative Park, Nostalgic Vibes at Traffic Teahouse
🗓️ Daily Itinerary & Cost Breakdown
Day 1: First Taste of 3D City | Hongyadong & Cableway 🏨 Accommodation: Chongqing Marriott Hotel Liberation Monument (4-star, River View)IncludedCosts: ✅HongyadongNightViewTour ✅Yangtze River Cableway Round-Trip Ticket (with Photography Tips) Activities:
- Afternoon: Explore "Hao Chi Jie" Snack Street at Liberation Monument (self-pay recommendations: Spicy Rice Noodles, Mountain City Sweet Dumplings).
- Evening: Capture Hongyadong Panorama at Qiansimen Bridge (photography guidance included).
Day 2: Wulong Karst | Nature’s Masterpiece 🏨 Accommodation: Wulong Guiyuan Stone Cottage (Unique Lodging)IncludedCosts: ✅TianlongThreeBridges+LongshuixiaGorgeComboTicket(withShuttle) ✅Private Transfer (Chongqing-Wulong, 3 hours) ✅Lunch(FarmhouseCuredMeatHotpot) Activities:
- Morning: Hike Tianlong Three Bridges, discover filming sites for Curse of the Golden Flower and Transformers 4.
- Afternoon: Explore underground rivers and waterfalls in Longshuixia Gorge.
- Evening: Bonfire Party + Outdoor Movie (self-pay roast lamb: +$30/person).
Day 3: Old Chongqing Vibes | Air-Raid Shelters & Ancient Town 🏨 Accommodation: Holiday Inn Chongqing Shapingba (4-star)IncludedCosts: ✅CiqikouAncientTownHanfuRental(2hours) ✅Air-Raid Shelter Hotpot Feast (with Spice Pack Souvenir) ✅TrafficTeahouseExperience(Tea+Snacks) Activities:
- Morning: Hanfu photoshoot in Ciqikou, watch Chen Sesame Candy being made.
- Afternoon: Listen to local stories at Traffic Teahouse (Crazy Stone filming site).
- Evening: Nanshan One Tree Pavilion Night View (self-pay ticket: $8).
Day 4: Creative Revival & Farewell 🏨 Check-out: Before 12 PMIncluded Costs: ✅Eling 1942 Creative Park Workshop (Vintage Postcard Printing) ✅LizibaMonorailPhotographyGuide(FreeScenicSpot) ✅AirportTransfer(SharedRideorMetroGuide)Activities:
- Morning: Explore I Belonged to You graffiti walls at Eling 1942, create custom souvenirs.
- Afternoon: Quick Tour of Three Gorges Museum (self-pay audio guide: $5).
💰 Total Price & Upgrade Options
| Package Type | Price (USD) | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Package | $495/person | Includes 4-star hotel and all "included" items |
| 5-Star Upgrade | +$180/night | Chongqing Raffles City/ Banyan Tree |
| Private Hotpot Banquet | +$50/person | Exclusive Air-Raid Shelter Dining (Unlimited Tripe and Beef) |
📋 Travel Tips
- Navigation: Chongqing’s roads are maze-like; stick with guides or use "Che Lai Le" app for buses.
- Spice Level: Opt for mild hotpot and keep yogurt handy.
- Footwear: Wear anti-slip shoes for Wulong hikes; mosquito repellent is a must in summer.
