One-day private tour of Chongqing: Zoo + Guanyinqiao + Liziba + Yangtze River Cableway + Shibatidi + Chongqing Two Rivers Cruise

Itinerary Overview

Pick-up at 8:30

9:30 Zoo

11:30 Liziba

12:00 Guanyin Bridge

14:00 Cable car

15:00 Shibatidi

17:00 Hongyadong

19:30: Classic Two Rivers Cruise

20:30 Return to hotel

Chongqing Zoo

Features: This is the largest zoo in Chongqing's main urban area, renowned for its panda enclosure and diverse animal species. You can observe giant pandas, giraffes, monkeys, and more up close. The zoo boasts a beautiful environment, making it ideal for family outings and relaxation.

Highlights: Don't forget to visit the panda enclosure and see the adorable pandas! The zoo also has a science education area, perfect for bringing children to learn.

Liziba

Features: Liziba Station is a famous "light rail passing through buildings" attraction in Chongqing, which became popular after being a filming location for the movie "I Belonged to You". Here you can see the light rail passing through the middle of residential buildings and experience the magical feeling of "8D Chongqing".

Highlights: We recommend first going to the observation deck to capture the moment the train enters the building from below, then going into the station to experience the amazing feeling of passing through multiple floors. The small exhibition hall at the end of the platform explains the story of the station's construction, which is very interesting.

Guanyin Bridge

Features: Guanyinqiao is another major shopping and entertainment center in Chongqing, a bustling commercial district with a wide variety of dining options. It boasts numerous brand-name stores, food streets, and entertainment venues, making it ideal for shopping and dining.

Highlights: You can stroll along Guanyinqiao Pedestrian Street, check out popular shops, or relax and enjoy the natural scenery at the nearby Hongen Temple Park.

Yangtze River Cableway

Features: The Yangtze River Cableway is an aerial transportation system spanning the Yangtze River, hailed as "the first aerial corridor across the Yangtze River." Riding the cableway offers breathtaking panoramic views of both banks of the Yangtze and allows passengers to experience Chongqing's multi-modal transportation system.

Highlights: Advance ticket purchase is recommended to avoid queuing. Remember to take photos during the ride to capture the unique aerial view of Chongqing.

Shibati

Features: Shibati is a microcosm of Chongqing's old city, preserving traditional mountain city walkways and architectural styles. It's brimming with the atmosphere of old Chongqing life, making it a perfect place to delve into local history and culture.

Highlights: Stroll along the stone steps of the Eighteen Steps, admire the old buildings on both sides, and experience the three-dimensionality and layering of the mountain city. There are also mountain city trails nearby, offering panoramic views of the city.

Hongyadong

Features: Hongyadong is a representative of Chongqing's stilted building culture, and when lit up at night, it resembles a "real-life Spirited Away." The scenic area boasts a variety of commercial streets, perfect for taking photos and shopping.

Highlights: We recommend taking panoramic photos of Hongyadong from the Qianmen Bridge. The lighting time varies depending on the season (around 7:30 PM in summer). The layout of the 11th floor and the 1st floor, which are both roads, is quite unique. Just stroll around the shopping street inside.

Classic Two Rivers Cruise

Highlights: The Two Rivers Night Cruise is a signature attraction of Chongqing tourism. The route centers on the confluence of the Yangtze and Jialing Rivers, connecting the dazzling night views of the Yuzhong Peninsula. As night falls, the lights on both banks cascade like a galaxy, with the golden stilted buildings of Hongyadong reflected in the river.

Highlights: We recommend the classic night cruise, with a route including Hongyadong Wharf → Qianximen Bridge → Grand Theatre → Raffles City → Chaotianmen Square → Huguang Guild Hall → Nanbin Road → Longmenhao Old Street → Ciyun Temple → Hongyadong Wharf. The cruise ship features an open-air viewing deck, catering services, and cultural performances (such as Sichuan opera face-changing), offering a truly immersive experience.